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Clean, well-maintained! Fantastic ratings! Low rates! Gated, fenced, no pet fee!

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A wooden deck with a bench and a hose.
A blue house with a wooden deck and dense greenery.
A wooden deck with a wooden table displaying seashells, a red shelf with decorative items, and a blue chair with a cushion.
A cozy, wooden-floored porch with white furniture, a lamp, and various decorative items.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a window, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Located near the beach, this cottage features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 5 guests. Enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and swimming. The patio offers a space to relax. Golf enthusiasts will find courses nearby. It is pet-friendly. Explore attractions such as St. George Island Beach and St. George Lighthouse.

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends

    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Private garden

    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near St. George Island Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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St George Island, FL
  • Place, St. George Island Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, St. George Island Visitor Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, St. George Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Clean, well-maintained! Fantastic ratings! Low rates! Gated, fenced, no pet fee!

818 W. Pine Ave., St. George Island, FL

We value and respect your privacy, inside and outside! There are NO owner cameras and NO owner surveillance.

Truly an 'Island Secret'! Very 'BEACHY' & fun 950sf traditional small coastal cottage! Nothing fancy or new....but clean, very private, and extremely well-maintained! A taste of the Florida Keys right here on St. George Island!

Only 4 rows of homes between you and the beach! A short walk to the beach boardwalk located only a football field and a half away, (150 yards), at the end of 8th Street! Enjoy the lush & knarled coastal oaks on our 2nd floor covered porch or screened porch! When we have 10-15 knot winds from the south you'll enjoy listening to the ocean waves. Complete privacy from neighbors!

Our fully stocked kitchen offers stylish quartz solid-surface counters, under mount sink and white bead board cabinets!

The kitchen, dining, and comfortable living areas are all open to each other and overlook the deck & island vegetation.

Each room in the house is a fun coastal color! You're at the beach on an island and on vacation! Bead board ceilings too for that cottage feel! Two bedrooms and one bath are upstairs along with one bedroom and one bath conveniently located downstairs on the ground floor with a separate entrance. Perfect for two couples wanting a bit of privacy or adult children! There is a laundry room with a washer and dryer located downstairs too!

You have a extra large private hot/cold outdoor shower, park style charcoal grill and a large swivel charcoal grill, along with a fish cleaning sink & table located downstairs. The property entry at the street offers a 16' wide gate and a fully fenced yard! Yes, we love your 4-legged children and are pet friendly! You'll love the securely fenced & gated property for your dogs!

A short walk away is Regatta Park! This is a bay front park that offers parking, covered picnic tables, park style grills, a white sandy beach nestled on a cove, and a kayak launch site!

For a 3 minute drone video of our house, go to YouTube and type in: Island Secret, St. George Island

Follow our island and area on our FACEBOOK page! Type in "Our Little Secret on St. George Island".

Glenn & Lawson Smith would be honored to have you as guests at our 'Island Secret'! Please email Glenn through VRBO for further questions or to arrange your wonderful vacation on an island paradise!

Sorry no group gatherings allowed, even for day use, beyond the maximum occupancy of 4 people. Max is 4 people including children and infants.

Our other VRBO listing located near St. George Island is 60 minutes N.E. at beautiful Lake Talquin, VRBO 765447 and 1 hour north on a deep-water tributary of the Apalachicola River with your own boat ramp and dock. VRBO 5034655


NOTE:
3 night minimum stay requirement except during the peak summer season when we have a 7 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY REQUIREMENT. Summer season: 7 night minimum stay with Saturday to Saturday rentals.

NO PET FEE:
If you bring your dog, unlike most vacation rental homes, we DO NOT charge you extra for your 4-legged children, and we DO NOT charge you a pet security deposit. IN EXCHANGE, we simply ask that they'd be well behaved & trained, supervised at all times, current on flea/tick meds, non-scratchers on doors/windows/furniture, to keep them off the new Lovesac couch, (or bring blankets for the couch), & off beds, keep off the fence, avoid digging in the yard and that you'd pick up after them in the yard & tidy up. Due to the fact that your pet is not familiar with his/her surroundings at the house, PLEASE bring a kennel in case you plan to leave him/her alone so that your dog does not scratch our doors, door frame and sliding glass doors.

Sorry, we do not offer monthly rates.

*We cater to family groups and cannot accept reservations for vacationing students or house parties. We do not rent to students or to groups under 25, even if one or more parents or legally responsible adults accompany them.

Cleaning/linens/bath towels fee is $150.00

In the event that you need to cancel, we provide a full refund 30 days or more prior to arrival. 50% refund if cancelled 14-30 days before check-in. No refund within 14 days of arrival. Trip cancellation/interruption insurance is strongly recommended because you never know what unexpected life event or weather event can occur.

Up to a $300 damage option will be automatically charged to your credit card within 14 days of check out if any damage occurs.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

We welcome well behaved children

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Well trained and behaved pets welcome. See policy

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking inside or outside near open door/window

Important information

You need to know

Property # 616093vb
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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

St. George Island

Located in St. George Island, this cottage is near the beach. Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve and Orman House Historic State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Downtown Books & Purl and Apalachicola Chocalate Company. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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St George Island, FL

What's nearby

  • St. George Island Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St. George Island Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • St. George Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Port St. Joe Beach - 47 min drive - 67.7 km
  • Indian Pass Beach - 50 min drive - 70.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Pirate - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪BJ's Pizza and Subs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Paddy's Raw Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Family Coastal Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Clean, well-maintained! Fantastic ratings! Low rates! Gated, fenced, no pet fee! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Clean, well-maintained! Fantastic ratings! Low rates! Gated, fenced, no pet fee!?

As of 14 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clean, well-maintained! Fantastic ratings! Low rates! Gated, fenced, no pet fee! on 5 December 2026 start from NZ$1,200, 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 Clean, well-maintained! Fantastic ratings! Low rates! Gated, fenced, no pet fee!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Clean, well-maintained! Fantastic ratings! Low rates! Gated, fenced, no pet fee!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Clean, well-maintained! Fantastic ratings! Low rates! Gated, fenced, no pet fee!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Clean, well-maintained! Fantastic ratings! Low rates! Gated, fenced, no pet fee! located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of St. George Island Beach and St George Lighthouse. St. George Lighthouse and St. George Island Visitor Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Glenn and Lawson Smith

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Island Greetings, Friends! We both grew up around Tallahassee where we still live today and started enjoying nearby St. George Island as kids since the '60's. My wife has fond memories of the island while visiting her family's beach house on East Gorrie. Oh my, have things changed! Fortunately, with 16 of the island's 27 miles preserved along with low density zoning & height restrictions, our island will remain pristine.

I have treasured memories during Middle School in the mid-70's of a buddy & I camping for a week at a time on the beach at the end of the island, without a tent, miles from the nearest house, long before the state park existed.

Our first experience of building on the island was in 2004 when we custom built our dream home, a large 4 story beachy home with all the resort amenities imaginable. We later sold the home and desired to create a cozy island vacation experience that is perfect for a small family or couples that want an affordable get-a-way. The 2nd time around is the best, 'Island Secret'!

Lawson is a 4th generation FSU graduate and lifelong teacher while Glenn enjoyed hospitality in a long airline & travel agency career. Both careers allowed us to serve others & to understand peoples needs.

Our family of 7, (plus spouses and grandchildren), enjoy boating around the area, shelling, and spending time together on an island that they also grew up on!

We'd love for you to create memories too & experience St. George Island in a laid back setting and a relaxed island atmosphere.

Thank You for viewing our page! We hope that you'll be our guest at Island Secret!

Glenn & Lawson Smith

Why they chose this property

We purchased this property as we love beach cottages! Not everyone wants to spend a small fortune for a short vacation. Why pay more?! Whether you're a couple, two couples, or a small family, you'll find everything you need at Island Secret in a fun and beachy surrounding!

What makes this property unique

Our family fell in love with this property because of it's privacy among native island vegetation and still being so close to the beach where you can enjoy the sounds of the waves. You can have family-or-friends time on the deck without seeing a neighboring house.

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