The Salty Tortoise - By Beach

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A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden shelves, and comfortable seating.
A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, white countertops, and stainless steel appliances.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, blue accents, and a central island with bar stools.
An aerial view of a water park with multiple slides and pools, surrounded by parking and greenery.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Americana Beach

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Jekyll Island, GA
  • Place, Americana Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Indian Mound
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Jekyll Island Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Jekyll Island

Jekyll Island is home to this holiday home. Georgia Sea Turtle Center and Summer Waves Water Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Glynn Place Mall and Shops at Sea Island. Neptune Park and Glynn Visual Arts are also worth visiting.
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Jekyll Island, GA

What's nearby

  • Americana Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Indian Mound - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Jekyll Island Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Jekyll Island Tennis Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Driftwood Beach - 7 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Porch - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Brogen's Food & Spirits - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Tortuga Jacks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Salty Tortoise - By Beach have a pool?

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

Is The Salty Tortoise - By Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Salty Tortoise - By Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Salty Tortoise - By Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Salty Tortoise - By Beach located?

Situated in Jekyll Island, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Americana Beach and Indian Mound. Jekyll Island Golf Club and Jekyll Island Tennis Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here! The location is fantastic, with the beach just a short walk away, and the house itself was even better than the photos. The decor is so cute and thoughtfully done, and the furniture layout made the space feel open and easy to spend time in. The kitchen was a highlight - beautiful appliances and tons of counter space. Everything was clean and the basics were all covered, so we could just settle in and enjoy. We'd definitely recommend this place and would happily stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Response from The Salty Tortoise - By Beach on 28 October 2026
Logan, a short walk to the beach paired with a kitchen that has real counter space is a combination that makes everything else easier. Good to hear the house outdid its photos. Come back whenever the shoreline calls again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful house. The location on the island is absolutely perfect and made exploring so easy. On top of that, our host, Aundrea was incredibly accommodating and helpful throughout our entire trip. We highly recommend this property and would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our family of four! An easy walk to the beach with quick access to the biking trails. I'm sure we'll be back again some day!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay on Jekyll Island! Aundrea was a fantastic host and communicated everything we needed to know ahead of time making everything so easy. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you had a great stay on Jekyll Island and found the communication helpful and seamless. We truly appreciate your kind words and would love to welcome you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I highly recommend this property! The location was great, the house was spotless, comfortable beds, beautiful yard with a secure fence for our pup. Close to activities and came with a credit towards beach equipment and bike rentals. Host was very responsive. Everything about our stay was perfect!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2026
Lindsey, a fenced yard for your pup plus gear credits already in place makes for a genuinely easy beach trip, and responsive hosting just removes every remaining friction point. Glad it all came together so well, and hope to see you and your dog back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tastefully decorated and close to the beach and several restaurants. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the décor and the convenient location near the beach and restaurants. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the Salty Tortoise! The home was exactly what we needed for our short stay on Jekyll for our annual family reunion. It was so nice to have a place to spend time all together.The home was spacious, clean and well stocked with all the things we needed for a home away from home getaway!Aundrea was the perfect hostess and communicated often and was available in the event we needed anythingLoved having access to the Holiday Inn pool, which was a short walk away, and the voucher for rental equipment which we used to rent bikes!Thanks for an awesome time! We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Response from The Salty Tortoise - By Beach on 19 October 2026
Lisa, a family reunion deserves a home with room for everyone to spread out, and it is lovely that the space gave you all that time together. Aundrea will be glad her quick replies made the difference. The bikes and the short walk to the pool make a return trip easy to picture.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a comfortable and perfectly updated house! Very clean, great kitchen, quiet neighborhood. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the updated home, clean space, great kitchen, and peaceful neighborhood. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Location to beach, restaurants and golf was ideal. Host was very helpful and timely with questions throughout the stay. Will stay here again when we travel to Jekyll!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the location and found it convenient to the beach, restaurants, and golf. It’s great to hear our team was helpful and responsive throughout your stay. We’d love to welcome you back on your next trip to Jekyll!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I had a wonderful trip with our pups at Aundrea’s house! Everything from start to finish was great. There were even 2 water bottles waiting in the fridge. Aundrea communicated so well and even checked on us the day after we arrived. We were so thankful for this terrific trip on Jekyll Island. We are already trying to plan our next trip. The house and our trip were 10/10.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, great location, excellent communication.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 March 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad you enjoyed the house, the location, and our communication. We truly appreciate you staying with us and hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great house! Perfect location. The kitchen is well equipped and the home is cozy. Perfect for a golf trip and hanging with the family.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the home, its cozy feel, and the convenient location. It’s great to hear it was perfect for your golf trip and family time. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Salty Tortoise is a wonderful property. It’s close to the beach and nicely decorated and pretty recently remodeled. It was very clean when we arrived. The host is very gracious. We will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're glad you enjoyed the location, cleanliness, and updates to the home. We'd love to host you again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quite beautiful home close to all amenities. Fenced backyard made safe play for the grandchildren and garage was an extra play space on those rainy days. Highly recommend for a peaceful family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 April 2026
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you and your family enjoyed the home and that the fenced yard and garage added extra fun for the kids. It’s wonderful to hear it was a peaceful stay—we truly appreciate the recommendation and would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was great for our quick weekend stay for a wedding on the island. It seemed like it would also be great for a longer, summer beach trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay! Everything was spotless, the house was lovely in a quiet residential neighborhood and minutes away from attractions. The host was responsive and welcoming. All in all, a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the spotless home, quiet neighborhood, and convenient location. We’re glad our communication helped make your stay even better. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday weekend

Amazing property in a perfect location! Will be staying here next time we come to town!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2025
Thank you Anthony! So glad you loved the property and location. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this property. Very nice and clean i would recommend to anyone and the location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A. Wonderful place! Very clean nicely renovated and great communication! Looking forward to booking again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2025
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the updates and communication. We’d love to have you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was as advertised, beautiful, clean, and had all the necessary tools we needed in the kitchen, around the house, & for the beach! The service was excellent and provided all answers and help we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 April 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad the home met your expectations and that you found everything you needed for a comfortable stay—including the kitchen and beach items. It’s great to hear our team provided excellent service as well. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was excellent! Location was fantastic for us. It was great to have bikes dropped off & picked up with the beach gear credit. Also used pool & hot tub with the pass.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 February 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re glad the location worked perfectly for you and that you enjoyed the bikes, beach gear credit, and access to the pool and hot tub. It’s great to hear those extras helped make your stay even better. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fresh, updated and clean! Everyone you need for a pleasant stay. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 December 2025
Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the fresh, updated space and found everything you needed for a pleasant stay. Happy to hear the location worked well too. You're welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 November 2025
Thank you! We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pool was great it was outside and a little chilly but the weather cooperated and they had a heated spa. House was beautiful and worked well for our needs very clean!! Neighborhood was quiet and calm.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 December 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re glad you were able to enjoy the pool and heated spa, even with the cooler weather, and that everything worked well for your stay. It’s wonderful to hear you found the home beautiful, very clean, and the neighborhood quiet and relaxing. We’d love to host you again anytime you’re back in the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a great place to stay! Fairly well equipped, beautiful house and patio, easy walk to the beach. Communication was clear and check in and out easy. Hope to come back another time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 October 2025
We’re so glad you enjoyed the house, patio, and easy beach access! Happy to hear communication and check-in were smooth — we’d love to welcome you back anytime.
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