BEAUTIFUL MARSH AND RIVER VIEWS, GLORIOUS SUNRISES OVER THE MARSH AND RIVER :A MUST SEE! TRANQUIL, BIRD WATCHING, HEAR THE CHURCH BELLS! This fantastic 1200 SF Apartment is part of the “Historic Collier-Casey Estate”, circa 1874, and is situated on the premier vacation rental site in downtown Saint Marys!
This 'Captains Quarters' Apartment is one of two rentals on the 'Collier-Casey Estate' property with its own private entrance and upstairs deck that overlooks an Eastern view of the Marsh, Saint Marys River, Intra-Coastal Waterway, Pass to the Atlantic Ocean and distant Cumberland and Fernandina/Amelia Islands.
The “Captains Quarters”, with it’s upstairs deck offers “the best views” on the property, and is a spacious 1200 SF apartment with 14 ft. Vaulted Ceiling Great Room, with living, kitchen, and breakfast areas; over-sized queen bedroom with walk-in closet; and large bath with Jacuzzi garden tub, walk-in shower, two large double vanities, and private water closet.
It is a perfect location for a couple and offers plenty of room for a week or longer stay!
The tropical setting of the fully landscaped 2+ acre property, with its palm trees, moss-draped oaks, and southern pecan trees, is situated directly on the Marsh to the East, with un-obscured views of Cumberland Island, 'the pass' to the open waters of the Atlantic Ocean, and Fernandina Beach, FL.; and un-obscured River views to the south (front) of the property! No other rental property in Saint Marys offers these beautiful water views.
This property is a 5 minute or less walk to the town center (only one “small town block” to the Saint Marys River waterfront and village shops and restaurants)! As stated in Southern Living Magazine article featuring Saint Marys in 2006, “There’s something about Saint Marys”! If you haven’t experienced Saint Marys you are missing a rare gem!
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Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$100 pet fee for each dog. No
Cats allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Property # 3595656vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
St. Marys
St. Marys is home to this holiday home. Amelia Island Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fernandina Beach and American Beach. St. Marys Railroad Museum and Howard Peeple's Park are also worth visiting.
Cumberland Island National Seashore - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
St. Marys Submarine Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
St. Marys Welcome Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 5 min drive
Wendy's - 5 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 6 min drive
Arby's - 6 min drive
Brackish Beer Company - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Captain's Quarters pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at The Captain's Quarters?
As of 18 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Captain's Quarters on 19 June 2026 start from NZ$512, 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.
How much is parking at The Captain's Quarters?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Captain's Quarters?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Captain's Quarters?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Captain's Quarters located?
Situated in St. Marys, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Cumberland Island Ferry, Cumberland Island National Seashore and Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center. St. Marys Submarine Museum and Howard Gilman Waterfront Park are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We travel a lot, I have to say this was the best VRBO we've stayed at so far. Best Host, Very homey feel, Amazing views, walk to everything in town. Could not have been better, highly recommended
Most gracious host of any place we've ever stayed, beautiful views, always love visiting St Mary's. No better place to stay. Definitely planning to come back
Excellent accommodations and service. Could not ask for a better place to stay near downtown St Mary's
Robert B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2023
Thanks your for your kind review. Excellence is the adjective we strive for as a descriptor for the experience of staying at the Captain’s Quarters! We hope you return soon.
The accommodations were outstanding. The back deck was perfect for watching morning sunrises as well as enjoying the wonderful cool breezes coming in over the St Mary’s River and saltwater marsh. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return.
We loved the property and the neighborhood. All the restaurants we chose were very good to excellent! The people everywhere we went were friendly and helpful, we could hardly believe it!
Patricia L.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Joshua P.
11 December 2017
Best view in St. Marys.
My wife and I stayed here in the summer for an extended stay and fell in love with it. Don was an amazing host, anything you needed, he was right there and ready to help. I highly recommend the Captains Quarters to anyone looking for a beautiful relaxing stay in St. Marys, that's walking distance to all of the downtown historic areas.
Joshua P.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Dear Joshua,
We so enjoyed having you and your wife as our guests. Thank you for your kind review. It is truly a joy to have guests such as you. We would love to have you stay with us again in the future.
Everything exceded expectations. Especially thoughtful treats welcoming us!
Andrew T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We are delighted you enjoyed our hospitality and that the Captain’s Quarters exceeded your expectations! Please do return soon.
This property is a gem with every amenity. It is located on a historic property in a stunning location with a beautiful view over the nearby marshes from the front porch. We walked our dog multiple times a day through the historic neighborhood. Our hosts were lovely and very helpful too.
Kym R.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2023
We agree the combination of stunning views and great comfort makes for a lovely tranquil stay. Thank you for your kind words and we do hope you will return soon.
The host was most accommodating and informative as well as very friendly. This was a prefect location to catch the ferry to Cumberland Island or to go for a stroll in charming downtown St. Mary’s. Centrally located to points of interest like Fort Clinch and Amelia Island. Sunrise with coffee overlooking the beautiful marsh was everything we could ask for.
Lee F.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Richard S.
26 February 2018
Wonderful in St Marys, GA
We spent the month of January in the Captains Quarters. We were more than satisfied with our home away from home. The owner, Don Pierce was interesting to spend time with and was very helpful during our stay. The cottage was clean, very well decorated with a beautiful view of the wetlands of the St Marys river, Cumberland Island and Fernadino Beach across the river. We can't wait to return next year.
Richard S.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and the views are indeed spectacular. Thank you for your kind review.
My husband and I spent a lovely month at this VRBO. Don the owner is a great host, always available if need be. Though we had no issues to report. The apartment is beautiful, perfect for the two of us. It provided all the amenities, DISH tv and comfortable furniture and bedding. It is only 2 blocks from historic St Marys which added to the attraction of this property.
Thomas H.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2023
We are always thrilled to have you return. It is guests like you that make hosting such a pleasure. Thank you for your kind review.
We were very happy with our stay at this property in St. Marys. The rooms were sparkling clean, nicely decorated and there was plenty of space. As others mentioned, the sunrises were beautiful. The location was safe and only about a 5 minute walk to downtown shops, restaurants and the waterfront. We had a couple of very nice dinners at the Riverside Café. Don was a wonderful host. He gave us a little tour of the town and even brought us muffins!
Barbara S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and the little extra touches we provide to make your stay unforgettable. Please do return soon
5 stars!!! The property is beautiful, spotless and spacious. Don is an excellent host and made us feel very welcome. He even invited us into his home to chat and get more acquainted. I would and will recommend this property to family and friends. We hope to see you soon Don!
Kenneth H.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2023
Thank you for your kind words. We so enjoyed having you as our guests and it is our joy to show hospitality.
How lucky we were to find this wonderful place. Loved everything about the Captains Quarters inside and out, especially the beautiful sunrises over the marsh! Loved the slow pace of this unique little sleepy town. mThe home was special and the hospitality from the hosts made us feel like family.Equipped with everything, except the wine! But we were prepared and wined and dined on the deck almost every evening surrounded by such beautiful surroundings.Thanks for sharing this golden jewel. We will return!
My wife and I stayed here while visiting our daughter at Kings Bay naval base. It was a wonderful place. Very clean, great view, well decorated, great location. My wife is very sensitive to smells and this placed had none. Location is easy walking distance to waterfront old town St Marys with restraints, bars, and stores. Great small town atmosphere with short drive to major stores. Host was friendly and always available. Thank you, Don, for a wonderful place.
Tim W.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
We are delighted you had a wonderful time at the Captain’s Quarters. Thank you for mentioning the cleanliness as we take great care and pride in making the quarters spotless. We are glad you enjoyed our location being within walking distance of a variety of establishments. We do hope you will choose the Captain’s Quarters again when you are visiting your daughter
The Captain's Quarters was absolutely everything we needed for our week stay in St. Mary's! The owner, Don, was very friendly and helpful. The accommodations were above and beyond our expectations with tasteful decor, comfortable furniture, a great Jacuzzi tub and cleanliness. We loved watching the Osprey and rabbits feed from the deck. St. Mary;s is a lovely little town and we felt like we were on a quaint movie set. I HIGHLY recommend the Captains Quarters and a visit to St. Mary's We'll definitely go back for a visit!!!!
Donna D.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2023
Thank you for comparing the Captains Quarters and the Collier Casey Estate to a movie set. We are thrilled that you had such a lovely stay! Please do come again.
If you are in St. Marys for a few days and want to enjoy the marsh and river views, this place is a very wise choice.
Don & Melody are very friendly host. Captain’s Quarters is located on the 2nd floor of the garage of the owner. Yes, you live next door to them, but this is not a big deal in terms of privacy.
The apartment is bright, comfortable, and the bathroom is surprisingly modern for a circa house of 1874.
- the carpet is not the best choice of flooring when dogs are allowed…
- bed is not large but good
Thank you for your hospitality and the exquisite muffins!
Sylvain L.
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We always strive to provide a bright and cheery home away from home and respect your privacy which is very important to us. Thank you for your kind review. We hope to see you again soon
About the host
Hosted by Jennifer Parham
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests