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Perfect Tybee Island Vacation Location! Owner-managed/Professionally Cleaned

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Your retreat is ready! Call the owner for special pricing! 931-580-2075.
Interior
Front porch of cottage on the side.
Front Room Entry. WiFi modem to on right.  Love seat, wing back chair & recliner
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 7148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Tybee Island, GA
  • Tybee Island Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • North Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Conched Out

1 Queen Bed

One Particular Harbor

1 Queen Bed

Sail Away

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Perfect Tybee Island Vacation Location! Owner-managed/Professionally Cleaned

Check-in directly & begin enjoying your stay immediately! Memories at the Beach is a spacious updated home located a 5-minute walk to the main pier and shops and 5 minutes to the back river fishing pier and kayak launch. The home was constructed during the 1950's as a Mid-Century Modern during the time that Ronald Reagan was hosting the General Electric Theater and was considered a "G.E. Gold Medallion Home". The home was purchased in 2008 and the renovation was completed in 2009. Improvements are made each year. (NEW mattresses in each room.) While preserving the charm of the home the owners added a new metal roof with skylights, bamboo blinds, a bathroom with a large step-in shower, skylight & glass blocks that allow the sun to shine inside while maintaining privacy. The hall bath has a shower/tub combo with a skylight. The 2 bathrooms are convenient to all 3 bedrooms. All 3 bedrooms have queen-sized beds and there is a twin bed in one bedroom (Sail Away) The cottage offers 2 living spaces with new T.V.s, high-speed internet-free WiFi. The floor plan flows with ample room for 2 families to have their own space. The dining room is separate. The kitchen is fully equipped to enjoy a meal should one decide to cook or grill the catch of the day on the charcoal grill in the backyard. The home faces east and the front porch is shaded by grapefruit trees planted by one of the original owners many years ago. The back porch faces west and is just a few steps from the enclosed outdoor shower that is heated. A new stack washer and dryer is just off the back entry. New mattresses. The cottage is pet friendly with a small extra fee. Guests are responsible for any damages and will be required to "poopy scoop" before leaving. The backyard is fenced with a chain-link fence. The entire home including the porches are NO SMOKING. 2 cars have plenty of room to park 3 cars will have room if they are not all large. The front entry room has a love seat, 2 recliners, a desk, chairs, and room for a printer should a guest wish to bring one with them. It is visible in the kitchen. Compact yet fully complete the kitchen features a cooktop, full-size refrigerator, oven, microwave, and dishwasher. Cookware including a crockpot, pots, pans dishes, small appliances, glassware & utensils. The dining room is spacious and has a buffet that allows for serving friends and family with casual beach fashion. The den has a sofa, chairs, fireplace with electric insert, TV a bookcase with local authors and history as well as a selection of beach reading fiction. The cottage will be ready to enjoy upon arrival. Beds will be made and towels furnished except for beach towels. The next morning's coffee is furnished along with real creamer. When leaving the guests are asked to pick up after their pets, leave the beds unmade, and wet towels in the bathrooms or nearby laundry room. Housekeeping will take care of the rest! If you have stayed with us in the past through Mermaid Cottages you know how wonderful this cottage is. We continue to strive for happy guests. If you are concerned about having to cancel a stay for whatever reason please consider travel insurance. We will be happy to discuss the cost and possibly adjust our rate to help with that security. When booking please know that you will be corresponding with one of the owners from the time the reservation is booked, during your stay or afterward. We enjoy personally answering questions about the cottage, Tybee Island or Savannah. Each guest is given their personal lockbox code to enter the cottage upon arrival. That code and information regarding the cottage will be emailed to the guest making the reservation just before their arrival. For concerns regarding the COVID-19 please know that the health and safety of our guests are a #1 priority. Porter House Clean has been caring for our cottage for several years and always receives rave reviews. Just recently a top of the line ultraviolet light was installed into the central system. PLEASE CALL Kay at 931-580-2075 IF YOUR DATES ARE NOT SHOWN AS AVAILABLE! We are making improvements between bookings and may make adjustments to suit your schedule!

Property manager

Kay R Petty

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
Guests must "poopy scoop" after pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tybee Island

Located in Tybee Island, this holiday home is near the beach. Shoppers can check out Coligny Plaza, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Tybee Island Beach and North Beach. Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion and Tybee Island Marine Science Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tybee Island, GA

What's nearby

  • Tybee Island Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • South Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mid Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • North Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 32 min drive
  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crab Shack - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fannies On The Beach - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Huc-a-Poos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪North Beach Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Spanky's Beachside - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect Tybee Island Vacation Location! Owner-managed/Professionally Cleaned pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Perfect Tybee Island Vacation Location! Owner-managed/Professionally Cleaned?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Tybee Island Vacation Location! Owner-managed/Professionally Cleaned?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Tybee Island Vacation Location! Owner-managed/Professionally Cleaned located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Tybee Island Beach and Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion. South Beach and Back River Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Excellent Spot for a short beach trip

Not far from the beach, the house was perfect, and it was very easy to walk pretty much anywhere on the island. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

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

Highly recommend!

We had a great experience staying here!! The place was exactly as described and such a short walk to the beach. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook from home one night. The host was kind and responsive to questions. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen E.

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

Adorable house, perfect location

The location was great, the house is adorable and it has everything you need to cook. The host was available and very helpful. I’d definitely stay again. The only fault I could find is both sofas need to be replaced, the cushions are shot. I’d definitely recommend Memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

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

Perfect not-so-little beach cottage.

Kay was a great host, although there was little need to reach out to her because everything was so straightforward. We arrived VERY late in the evening but had no problems finding the property or getting in. It’s a cute beach cottage that seems much bigger on the inside than it looks. Very clean with comfy beds and bedding. Bathrooms were also clean, in good order, and stocked with plenty of towels and gel/shampoo/conditioner. The location is perfect — just a short walk to restaurants, bars, and the beach but far enough away so it’s really quiet at night. We would definitely book here again — I can’t imagine a better place for us on Tybee Island.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

BUCKET LIST # 48

everything about the host was above what we needed. Home was very clean and taken care of. nothing fancy but very homie. My Dob was fantastic here. had a small fenced back yard but room to roam. back porch and house was set up for all of us to fit an enjoy. VRBO however didn't help the transition. was unable to pull up reservations or house.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stacia M.

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

Nice location on Tybee

We rented this property because it allowed dogs and had a big fenced in yard listed and that was a great feature. The yard had not been attended to in a while and there were sticks and leaves everywhere. The outdoor furniture was not clean so we did not use it. The house itself was roomy and fit everyone nicely but the floors were sticky, sandy, and left your feet dirty. All being said we would stay there again but would like for the items mentioned to be taken care of.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chip B.

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

Cute cottage, great host

Enjoyed the house and location. Good access but private.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica B.

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

Tybee Memories

Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Love staying here. Wonderful house and location!

Very relaxing and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Moe M.

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

Great Locatuon

Worked great for our family of 7, Super close to the beach , and well equipped!!! Snacks and all
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Awesome beach house would stay there again

Great family beach home has everything you could want for your beach time with family and short walk to beach my family loved this home
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amir H.

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

Amazing Home

My family and I had a wonderful stay here. The place was clean and had all we need to stay comfortable for our trip. Communication with Kay was without issue. Not sure if I will be returning to Tybee Island anytime in the near future but will be looking for this place if I do.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

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

We had a wonderful time

Nicely located Easy to find Wonderful memories
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Missy R.

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

Great location

Very lovely cottage. Very beautiful and lots of room.walking distance to just about anything
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Family beach time

Always have great time at beach staying at this house it's so comfortable feels like home
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joan T., Savannah Ga

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

Beautiful and comfortable cottage

This cottage had everything we needed. The layout was perfect for my family and the location was central to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R.

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

Spacious cottage

We enjoyed our stay with 2 teens and 2 dogs. Loved the fenced in yard and location - easy walk to beach and restaurants!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne O.

Nice, clean home with lovely porches in great location

This home is in a great location on Tybee, easy to walk to the beach, shops and restaurants. It was very clean when we arrived and it was nice to have the beds made and necessities provided. We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Perfect beach bungalow!

Location was fantastic, super clean and quirky beach decor in every room! Dogs loved the fenced in yard and porch! Complete beach house bliss!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

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

Great location cozy cottage dogs loved it

We loved this little cottage that was our home away from home for the week. Close to the beach & back water. Our 4 legged fur babies loved it too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

Everything we needed for a quick get-a-way!

Loved the location...loved the comfy beds! Thanks for sharing your home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dana K., FAYETTEVILLE, GA

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

Sweet Cottage

The cottage was exactly as described and had many charming features. It was an easy walk to everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

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

Tybee getaway

It was great. The cottage was amazing. Very clean and stocked. So comfortable. The owner was on point with responding and very nice. The community is so friendly. We loved it!!! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ron S.

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

Week on Tybee!

Very smoothly!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey H.

Great location, clean and comfortable!

The Memories Cottage was perfect. I is a wonderful location, walking distance to restaurants, bars, shops and the beach. Also great for bike riding. The cottage was clean, spacious and comfortable. It has all the necessities you need to feel at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

About the host

Hosted by Kay R Petty

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Dan and Kay Petty currently live in Middle Tennessee and are Realtors. Dan is a native of Shelbyville and is retired from Jostens. He works as a Realtor alongside of his wife of over 48 years. Kay is a native of Spartanburg, South Carolina and grew up visiting the beaches along the Carolina Coast. Kay graduated from Middle Tennessee State University with B.S. and Masters' degrees. She has been a full time real estate broker specializing in farm properties for 38 years. Tybee Island reminded Dan and Kay of the small beach towns they visited as children and over the years since they were married. The charm & history of Savannah and the small-town feel and comfort of Tybee Island captured their hearts many years ago. Looking toward retiring at Tybee Island in the future the couple continues to add and improve upon the cottage property that they enjoy visiting when possible. A new venture is the Boston Whaler boat that they purchased almost 8 years ago. Leaving the boat at the Tybee Marina when visiting it is just a short ride to several restaurants that have docks and Dan enjoys fishing. Their small dog Dixie Grace is beginning to enjoy the boat and really enjoys her time at the cottage. Another favorite of the Petty's is watching the sunset on the back river and shelling at low tide. Kay now has her real estate firm license in Georgia & experience in second home and resort properties.

Why they chose this property

Take a deep breath as you leave the beautiful city of Savannah and be prepared to allow your blood pressure drop and your mind rest. Taking Highway 80 cross over the Bull River leaving Wilmington Island. Turn your radio or stereo on and roll your windows down (leaving the air/heat on depending on the temperature and take a deep breath of "pluff mud." Allow the inland marshes to help you begin your calming process. Just before entering the city limits of Tybee Island you will cross over the Lazaretto Bridge and see the marina and shrimp boats. You are now officially on "Tybee Time." Memories at the Beach is a very short drive from this point. Continue on Hwy 80 past the post office, city hall, library and YMCA. You will also pass the IGA Market on the right and many of the Tybee local churches. At the traffic light at Stingrays Restaurant take a right and then a left on Jones Avenue. The Cottage will be on the right. If it is dark chances are the blue light will be on as well as the porch lights. Tumble out of your vehicle and stroll onto the front porch and follow your entry instructions. Your vacation begins! Whether you are on a single retreat for just one--welcome artists and authors, a reconnect trip with friends or family or downtime after a busy season, this is your place--home away from home. Visit, explore, find a new adventure or just stay inside and relax and read. It is your choice and this is the most perfect cottage to visit and enjoy what you choose to do. Please see our reviews. This cottage was previously managed by Mermaid Cottages and is now handled personally by the owners with the assistance of a local housekeeping company. Personal touches have been added and any questions are just a quick phone call away. The cottage received a Christmas gift of a new electric fireplace. Perfect to cuddle up with a good book and warm drink during our cooler months!

What makes this property unique

Enjoy sightseeing all day and retreat back to this comfy cottage. Guests rave about the location, porches and 2 separate living spaces. Walk to local restaurants, entertainment, the beach, sunsets or to fish. Bikes and golf carts are very popular. Rent from one of the local vendors or bring your own. There is a cart charging plug on the front porch. Just bring your drop cord. Compare the costs and see that a stay at the cottage with all of its amenities is a much better value than staying in several motel rooms. Plus "breakfast in" is so much easier when you have your own kitchen that you can stock as you wish with snacks and goodies. The cottage is filled with little touches that make begin away from home comfortable and relaxing. Once a cottage visitor you will be determined to return as so many of our guests have done over the years. Enjoy being on Tybee Time and making Memories at the Beach! Visit http://www.tybee.com for local events, news and weather. We are VERY military friendly and honor our veterans and active military with a 10% discount off of the per day stay regardless of the season. Please let Kay know when making reservations so you can be thanked for your service to our United States of America!

Languages:

English