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Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage

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A spacious kitchen with a large marble countertop, a dining area with a brown leather chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large island with stools, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A bathroom with a marble countertop, white cabinetry, and a large mirror.
A two-story house with a garage, a covered porch, and a wooden fence.
A spacious dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a small side table, and a view into another room with a door leading to a bathroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated for value
    Guests love how much they get for what they pay.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near St. Simons Lighthouse Museum

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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St. Simons Island, GA
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Simons Lighthouse Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Saint Simons Island Pier
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

King Bedroom Upstairs

1 King Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Room 1

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Full Bath 1

Full Bath 2

Full Bath 3

Half Bath 1

Half Bath 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

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About the area

St. Simons Island

Located in St. Simons Island, this holiday home is near the beach. St. Simons Lighthouse Museum and Mildred Huie Museum at Mediterranean House are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Shops at Sea Island and Glynn Place Mall. Massengale Park and Glynn Visual Arts are also worth visiting. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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St. Simons Island, GA

What's nearby

  • East Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Demere Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. Simons Lighthouse Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Neptune Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Saint Simons Island Pier - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Porch - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Brogen's Food & Spirits - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mullet Bay - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Barbara Jean's - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage?

As of 13 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage on 1 Dec 2026 start from NZ$2,672, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Demere Park and Saint Simons Island Pier. East Beach and Glynn Visual Arts are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The house was beautiful on a quiet street, but a little further from the beach than what we thought it would be.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away From Home

Beautiful well maintained property on a quiet street. We were very comfortable staying at Ava Mae Cottage and would definitely book here again.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Thanks Barbara!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spectacular. Wonderfully maintained with all the amenities you could want. The pool was our favorite place to hang. Location was very good on the island. I would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
Hi Fred, thank you for the wonderful review! I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the house and the pool. We'd love to have you back anytime. - Ryan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and Cozy Retreat

It was a pleasant experience. Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2024
Thank you for your kind words, Barbara! We're glad to hear that you had a pleasant experience during your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home!

Lovely home with a great pool! We had no complaints. Excellent location. Would love to rent again.!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2024
Dear Denise, thank you for the kind words. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to host you again in the future! Best, Ryan.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our family!!

Just as pretty as the pictures!! We felt like we were staying in a brand new home!! Great location to town and easy short blocks to the beach. Great vacation for our family of 6!!😃
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2024
That is so great to hear. Thank you so much, Shannon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get way

The place was like home away from home
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2024
So happy to hear that! Thank you so much, Betty.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short friends & family getaway

We had a great time with a group of friends and a couple toddlers. The pool was great and the house was immaculate. The beds were so comfortable! The house is a very short drive from the Massengale Park beach access with a playground for the kids. Also a short drive to bars, restaurants and golf. A great time was had by all.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
Thanks so much Sean!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful House and Location!

The house is wonderful! Very clean and very well stocked. Beds are very comfortable. The location is great...quiet side street...close to the beach, restaurants and shops. We enjoyed the pool and outdoor space...plenty of room to set up our corn hole. The owner was quick to respond and he was great to work with!!! I highly recommend staying here! Great house! Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
So happy you enjoyed our SSI beach home! Please come back and stay with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property

We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Ava Mae Cottage. The property is conveniently located and just a short driving distance to Pier Village, beaches and a variety of restaurants and shops. It is spacious and set up well with three bedrooms, each with a private bath. We liked the open concept and modern feel. The pool was a great amenity. We had some minor issues that were taken care of promptly by the very responsive property manager. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2024
I hope you guys had a great stay. Sounds like the best time. Thank you so much for your feedback, Danette. We hope to host you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An Absolute Peach! Beautiful and Super Clean!

My family and I had such a great time on our short trip to SSI in this beautiful new home. As soon as we walked in the front door and could see that huge pool through the kitchen, I knew we would not want to leave! The kids jumped in the pool immediately, while we relaxed in the comfy lounge area. I did have some work to catch-up on while we were there and I have to say that the high speed internet was lightning fast. We walked to Crab Daddy's for dinner one night. (The Scallops were amazing!) We felt like this home was in just the right spot. Near the beach, restaurants, and the village. Oh, and the beds are the most comfortable I've ever slept in while on vacation. The owner was so fast to respond to my questions. We hope to come back soon and stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
So glad you and your family had a wonderful time at our new home! SSI is a such a special place! Please come back and stay with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house w/ super fab pool

Great house with a super fab pool that we paid extra to get heated during our springtime stay. Well worth it. The beds were very comfortable. The house was very clean. We had a few issues during our stay and the manager replied to our requests promptly which i appreciated. Small adjustments in the future would make this experience a 10/10... we have stayed at other rental properties over the years that provided certain things that this house did not, that you might want to just make note of... pool towels, beach chairs, full length mirrors, room & den blankets. Otherwise we loved it! We just know what we need to pack next time.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words and your feedback. I hope you guys had an excellent time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and Pool

House was just as advertised and the pool was great ! Kitchen had everything needed for a great stay and the beds were very comfortable and house is very roomy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
Thank you Austin, I appreciate this review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We didn’t want to leave!

We absolutely loved this home, the pool, the location…it was like a dream. The pool was the selling point for me when I rented the home, I knew we would use it all day everyday and we did! The outdoor areas are perfect for an afternoon nap or dinner after grilling. The rooms are well decorated and so clean. The kitchen had everything we needed for every meal. Zach is a great host and super attentive. We will be coming back here again for sure!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
Thank you Whitney!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Beautiful Property with a Fantastic Pool

This isn’t an ordinary rental house - it’s like staying in a classy new home before the owners move in. The finishes are beautiful, the towels are fluffy, and the beds are comfy. Each bedroom has its own bath, and enough space to actually feel like private suites - you can tell a lot of thought went into the design. The pool is fantastic and we spent many hours escaping the heat in it! The location is also ideal, only a .5mile walk to the beach and about .75mile walk to Frosty’s for shakes. Zach was extremely responsive with the few questions we had, and the pictures 100% show what you are getting. For those reasons, it is a great 5-star rental, and we loved staying in the home! Given all that, there were a few things we found surprising. Mainly, that the pool pump is right next to the main patio, and runs constantly 8am-8pm. It’s a bit louder than an AC unit and unfortunately is 12” from the table… it was loud enough that we found we avoided hanging out or eating any meals on the patio because of the noise. We were also surprised there are no beach towels, glassware, or bikes available. The towels and glasses were only a surprise given the house was otherwise so well appointed. Not having bicycles available is a recent change, and was only disappointing to our group because we had made plans to explore on them. All in all an amazing place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
Thank you Kristin, glad you enjoyed the house! Bikes can be rented nearby - they're a great way to tour the island.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice visit

The location and the pool was fantastic! The rooms were just right for three couples. One room had a Mildewy/dirty shower curtain and a hair dryer that did not work. The place was comfortable, but not as clean as I would’ve hoped. Beyond that, the house was comfortable and the owner was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
Thank you Ren, glad you enjoyed it, hair dryer and shower curtain replaced.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Vacation

Had a great time. The house was as advertised. Super easy check in process. Great location. Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
Thanks Laura!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Rental

Great clean house, the pool was the best! Would stay again while here!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
Thanks Tiffany!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay!

Was such an amazing trip. Family had a blast with the pool. So close to the beach and the Pier w a short golf cart ride. Zack was a great host and very responsive. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
Thanks Steven!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent accomodations

This property was extremely clean, new and comfortable for two families with kids. The pool was a lifesaver when the beach was too windy. We highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
Thank you Sara!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful vacation house!

The house was great for our family vacation! The rooms were spacious, beds were very comfortable, and everything was very clean. The kids loved the pool and it was great to have access to the pool bathroom. Great location, close to the beach. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
Thanks so much, Cyndy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful long weekend getaway

My family and I absolutely loved our stay. Beautiful home looked just as described. Our children loved the heated pool and smart tvs in both of their rooms. Sweet memories made! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
Thats great, thank you Rebecca!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Birthday Weekend

We celebrated family birthdays in this beautiful home. Zach was great to work with and we highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
I'm so glad you had a good time celebrating! Thanks Tracie!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home and Immaculately clean

The immaculately clean home is a peaceful place. Something we especially liked was the lack of personalization. It didn’t feel like staying in someone else’s home. There was just the right amount of furniture and not cluttered with nic-nacs. The owner Zack was the best! Thank you again Zack, for allowing us to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
Thank you Judy!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bachelorette Weekend Success!!

Absolute best property for entertaining! Comfortable for the 8 person bridal party with high end mattresses, beautiful baths, stunning pool. Everything we needed was available and property owner was easily accessible for a quick answer. The beach was just a short distance away and not crowded. Thank you for providing such a wonderful rental property! 5 stars all the way!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2023
Thats awesome, Pam! Thank you!
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