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Beach-Chic Apt. for Couples with *SLEEP NUMBER BED* and Porch Rockers

Beach-Chic Apt. for Couples with *SLEEP NUMBER BED* and Porch Rockers

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Welcome to The Cottage Of The Octopus Lair, just minutes from the beach
Separate upstairs & downstairs apartments available: nightly, weekly or monthly
The sassy Octopus Watches over her Lair!
Fully furnished, spacious kitchen has upscale stainless steel appliances
You can sit on either side of the bar

Overview of Beach-Chic Apt. for Couples with *SLEEP NUMBER BED* and Porch Rockers

Reviews
4.8 out of 5 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 342 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Tybee Island, GA
  • Popular LocationTybee Island Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationMid Beach9 min walk
  • Popular LocationTybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion11 min walk
  • AirportSavannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beach-Chic Apt. for Couples with *SLEEP NUMBER BED* and Porch Rockers

UPSTAIRS / The tastefully-decorated newly-renovated, Tybee Time apartment has a complete kitchen with stainless appliances combined with the attractive living area that features a full sized sleeper sofa for a plus one. This bed is not suitable for anyone over 6'. Two barrel-shaped, comfortable red sitting chairs are made for relaxing, reading or watching television, which has DVD capabilities. The bedroom accommodates a queen size Sleep Number bed with adjustable firmness mattress. A spacious closet with shelves, suitcase stand and coat racks provide plenty of space for clothing and personal items. The screened porch has two comfortable red rocking chairs that are just right for a relaxing finish to your day in the sun. An energy efficient, ultra quiet Mitsubishi heat pump AC/heat unit offers plenty of heat during cold months and plenty of cold air conditioning in the summer. Ceiling fans inside and on the porch gently move the air as well.

This apartment is just right for a couple or a couple with a small child or two adults and a close friend who doesn't mind sleeping on the sleeper sofa. The downstairs apartment may also be rented to allow for plenty of room for family and friends.

On the south facing wall is an incredibly beautiful ocean life mural designed and painted by world renowned artist Mary Jane Volkmann who was assisted by owner Cathy J. Sakas. On the front of the cottage the sassy Octopus watches over her Lair.

Our nightly rates vary with the seasons and include a two-night minimum, plus hotel/motel taxes & fees (see rates). Discounted weekly and monthly rentals are also available.

Enjoy Tybee’s sand, waves and sun from your own comfortable, adorable, affordable, beach-chic yet tastefully-decorated cottage apartment that has all the amenities! You'll just love it!

IF THIS APARTMENT IS ALREADY RESERVED FOR THE DATES YOU WANT, PLEASE RESERVE THE DOWNSTAIRS APARTMENT LISTED AS PROPERTY #470845.

Property manager

Cathy J. Sakas
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are always welcome at the Octopus Lair

Events

No events allowed
STRICTLY PROHIBITED

Pets

No pets allowed
Sorry, we do not allow pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoke OUTSIDE only please
Only 1 PARKING SPACE PER UNIT provided. Tybee is a "Pay to Park" community, so make sure to pay when your vehicle is not on the property
Property insurance policy prohibits grilling, candles, open flames and/or fire of any kind. Burning charcoal or any combustibles are not allowed.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: STRICTLY PROHIBITED
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tybee Island

Located on a river, this apartment is in Savannah Beach, a neighbourhood in Tybee Island. Fort Screven and Battery Brumby are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tybee Island Beach and Tybee National Wildlife Refuge. Tybee Island Marine Science Center and Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Tybee Island Beach - 6 min walk
  • Mid Beach - 9 min walk
  • Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion - 11 min walk
  • Back River Beach - 15 min walk
  • North Beach - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 31 min drive
  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Crab Shack - 7 min drive
  • Fannies On The Beach - 13 min walk
  • Spanky's Beachside - 12 min walk
  • North Beach Bar and Grill - 5 min drive
  • Huc-a-Poos - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach-Chic Apt. for Couples with *SLEEP NUMBER BED* and Porch Rockers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach-Chic Apt. for Couples with *SLEEP NUMBER BED* and Porch Rockers ?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach-Chic Apt. for Couples with *SLEEP NUMBER BED* and Porch Rockers ?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Beach-Chic Apt. for Couples with *SLEEP NUMBER BED* and Porch Rockers located?

Located in Savannah Beach, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Tybee Island Beach and Mid Beach. Tybee Island Marine Science Center and Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

4.7/5

Amenities

4.7/5

Property conditions & facilities

5/5

Eco-friendliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Bob K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice relaxing location.
Our stay was enjoyable and relaxing. The house was clean and the location was great for walking the island. Communication with Cathy was good and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

5/5 Excellent

Kelley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location-perfect all the way around!
Host is fantastic! Location is fantastic and so is the house! Everything was just perfect!! Local grocery is right around the corner and so many places to eat within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/5 Good

Juanita H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Upgrade.
We really enjoyed our stay. It was close to the beach and to all the restaurants.. It is a clean environment ..The only issue we had. We would have liked to have a better living room experience.. the couch is very uncomfortable could not sit two people comfortable. I think a small chase lounge or a small sectional would work better for people to enjoy sitting next to each other.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

NOZB

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
The vacation rental was very clean when we arrived, nice neighborhood and the host was communicative. I’d highly recommend this rental to others, you won’t be disappointed. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Raymond P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
The location of this was perfect for us. We were centrally located to everything that we wanted. The neighborhood was very nice and everyone around was very friendly. Communication with the owner was superb and very well explained in all the messages.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cathy J. Sakas

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Cathy J. Sakas is a well-known regional coastal naturalist specializing in tropical and sub-tropical marine and terrestrial habitats. In other words, she loves the nature of the southeast coast and thinks the barrier islands of Georgia are the most beautiful in the world! After landing in Savannah in 1970 to attend Armstrong State University, Cathy eventually ended up on Tybee in the early 90's and rented the downstairs of the house that she would later name Cottage of the Octopus Lair. Cathy's landlady had told her that she would never sell the house, but after a year of seeing how much Cathy enjoyed and cared for the cottage, the landlady wanted her to have it. As soon as Cathy purchased the Lair she surprised her former landlady with a dozen red roses in appreciation. A few years before purchasing the Lair on a trip to Africa, Cathy met world-class award-winning artist Mary Jane Volkmann and they stayed close friends from then on even though a half a world apart. In 2005 Mary Jane moved her family from Namibia back to the US to Gainesville, Florida and very soon thereafter came to visit Cathy on Tybee. Mary Jane took one look at the Lair's south facing wall and the wheels began to turn. Over the Fourth of July week of 2005 Cathy and Mary Jane spent seven days from sun up to sun down working from scaffolding to draw and paint the coquettish fish, sassy octopus, impish seahorse and magnificent pink jelly creating the landmark ocean life mural that adorns the south-facing wall. A local television station documented the progress each evening on their news broadcast. Cathy and Mary Jane are planning to make more art at the Lair, so stay tuned for that event!

Why they chose this property

When I first rented the Lair I immediately saw the potential it had. I just loved the coziness of it and the layout. As soon I bought it I made renovations and added my own personal touches using the beauty of nature. I enjoy the outdoors so much that the screened front porch literally became my office. I wrote the scripts for my two natural history series, Coastal Naturalist, for Georgia Public Television on that porch in the rocking chairs and have written several more papers and programs there too. For years Little Green Herons raised their chicks in a nest in the top of one of the palms and I watched their progress each day until they fledged. How wonderful to see them venture out on the long fronds and then finally take their first unsteady flights!

What makes this property unique

Living on Tybee has been such a great joy. I like to run and walk and since the beach is only a few minutes from my doorstep, I take advantage of it. There is nothing like taking a walk in the morning to see the sun rise like a bright orange ball out of the ocean. I appreciate all that nature has to offer and seeing the stars reflected in the ocean's surface and the moon rise out of the ocean are pretty spectacular events too. Of course the pelicans flying just above the waves is a phenomenal sight to see and watching ghost crabs scurry into their burrows in the dunes is always intriguing. I love eating at the restaurants on Tybee because most have open-air seating, so I can continue enjoying nature while I dine in comfort.

Languages:

English

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