Title: BLUE WHALE on St. George Island, Florida - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # BLUE WHALE on St. George Island, Florida Beach cottage in St. George Island with a hot tub ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22400000/22395800/22395725/ee600ea3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22400000/22395800/22395725/e8b8740e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV, Netflix, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22400000/22395800/22395725/418c8bd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22400000/22395800/22395725/9cf784b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22400000/22395800/22395725/4aa3b6ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the laid-back charm of The Whale, a 3-bedroom beach cottage with direct access to the Gulf. This traditional Florida beach house offers a spacious front deck with plenty of outside furniture, an awesome 4-person hot tub, and high-speed Wi-Fi to power many devices. Enjoy super entertainment system inside and on the front deck. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6890 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - - - Dryer - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### BLUE WHALE on St. George Island, Florida SUMMARY: Looking for a great stay at the beach that won’t break the bank? The Whale might be a good fit. This low key retreat is a traditional old school 3-bedroom cottage w/direct access & stellar views of the Gulf. It was built in the 70's & is available for rent at a very affordable rate. St. George has been voted The #1 beach in the USA several times over the last few years!! LOCATION, LOCATION! We’re ideally situated - directly across from the Gulf w/easy access to the beach.  Near the center of the island (309 W. Gorrie Drive). There is little traffic in front of the house (more bicycles & golf carts pass by than cars).  We love the ability to walk/bike back after an evening at The Blue Parrot or Paddy's (Harry A's is 4 blocks away. Weber's donuts is a block away).    Check out our personal FB: bluewhaleinnsgi IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This is an older property; a 'lived in, traditional, Florida beach house'. THEREFORE, we are pleased to be able to offer The Whale as a fun/enjoyable option for your family vacation at a reasonable price! This cottage is NOT a fancy, new or pristine 'beach house’ or luxury resort (although it's safe and obviously structurally sound. Some guests have expressed the following as ‘negatives’:  The spiral staircase to the loft is tight, some finding it difficult to climb. The furniture, appliances etc., are not new (although everything is comfortable, clean and works well), not all the windows open (although at least one fully functional window, with screen, is available in every bedroom). If you put a marble on the floor, it would probably roll. Although our housekeeper is fantastic and everything is clean, you could probably find some things that weren't perfect. The surrounding grounds are natural... NO fancy landscaping, The beds however, ARE all TOP QUALITY and very comfortable (less than 3 years old). Please feel free to reach out in advance so that we can fully describe The Whale. We try to manage expectations and want to make sure there are no misunderstandings and that you're happy when you arrive.  ON THE UPSIDE: The '70's interior has been upgraded and refreshed (after minor damage from Hurricane Michael). It's now much more contemporary. Please read our reviews, they provide a good objective perspective of our place (also see our pictures and video). AWESOME DECK FACING THE GULF: The front deck is spacious. There is plenty of outside furniture (hammock, table, umbrella chairs and reclining lounge chairs). The 4 person hot-tub is the highlight (2-speed jets, bubbles and temp up to 104)!  FUN TIMES: Super entertainment system (powered speakers inside w/sub & separate sound system on front deck). Bluetooth receiver.  Flat screen TV w/HD Dish Network satellite (including Sirus/XM radio). ROKU streaming box with Netflix, Amazon Prime, HBO Max, Apple TV & more. There is also an auxiliary HDMI input cord if you would like to bring your own Fire or ROKU stick. DVD/CD player on hand that connects to in & outdoor speakers. High speed 5G Wi-Fi provided to power many devices. A collection of games, books and DVDs are on hand. BEACH: There are also normally several beach chairs, boogie/skim boards, beach umbrella, beach canopy & kids toys (although what's available is not guaranteed and varies).  There's even a 'Gorilla Cart' to transport everything to the beach!  Our personal bikes are in the carport. They're a bit old, but work great and you're welcome to use them. KITCHEN: No luxurious granite countertops or Wolf range, but the kitchen Is maxed out (we love to cook)! Dishes, cookware and an extensive selection/variety of utensils are available.  K-Cup coffee maker (along with standard filter/drip coffee maker), ice maker in fridge + Frigidaire counter top ice maker, top of the line KitchenAid blender (for perfect margaritas), 4 slice 'extra wide' slot toaster, microwave, dishwasher, glass top stove & more. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS: The home sleeps 6 comfortably (maximum occupancy) with 3 bedrooms (upstairs loft with Casper memory foam king pedestal bed and sitting area, primary BR with Serta Signature queen & 3rd BR has Linenspa twin beds for kids/teens). All mattresses are less than 3 years old! All linens are provided (w/extra pillows & blankets). There are fans in all rooms. BATHROOMS: There is a full bathroom with a large walk-in tile shower on the main level. A half bath is in the loft & outdoor 'open-air' shower on the side of the cottage (with a soap/shampoo/conditioner dispenser).  NEED MORE SPACE: Add the “Wreck Room” below.... our optional expansion on the ground level. There’s a lounge area with an L shape sofa, smart TV (with all our streaming services activated). A bar, small kitchenette area & additional full tile bathroom. This would be good for teens who want to stay up later (watching movies/playing games), or for a guest to nap or relax during the day. It's nothing fancy, but does provide extra space and privacy (and the extra bathroom)! Please note: This is a separate space... It's NOT connected internally to the the main house above and is accessed from the carport below only.  Although we've slept many nights on the sofas downstairs (twin bed size), it wouldn't 'technically qualify' as an additional bedroom (or increase occupancy). Contact us if you’d like to add this space to your reservation ($300 for the week). The Wreck Room is NOT rented separately from the main cottage. (It can only be added by the guests renting the cottage above). WELL STOCKED W/THE BASICS: Dishwasher/laundry detergent, bathroom tissue, paper towels, garbage can liners, hand soap, shampoo, cleaning supplies, coffee filters, herbs/spices/basic staples... You would normally have to purchase these at other rentals, but we are happy to share/provide them for you (while they last). HVAC: We've just installed a brand new TRANE central AC/heat system (April 2023). There are also individual wall mounted AC units in each bedroom for personal climate control. The cottage stays quite CHILL !! :-) PETS: The home & island/beach are 'pet friendly' (pets require a non-refundable $120 pet fee). Maximum 2 pets. It's HIGHLY recommended that dogs be kept in a kennel/crate if left unattended in the house. We respectfully ask that pets are kept off the furniture (especially beds) and that you clean pet hair when you leave (lint rollers are under sink). IF YOU'RE BRINGING A PET YOU MUST 'CHECK THE PET BOX' ON VRBO WHEN MAKING YOUR RESERVATION (VERY IMPORTANT). (undisclosed pets would violate your rental agreement). NO EXTRA FEES: There are no cleaning/service/extra fees except those assessed by VRBO. All bookings & payments MUST be done through VRBO.  Per Florida law... We are not legally able to rent directly. This home is owner managed (not by a rental company).  HOUSEKEEPING: Although our maid in Eastpoint comes over between reservations to change the sheets/towels, clean the bathrooms, vacuum/mop, wipe surfaces, etc. to make sure the house is ready; we do ask that guests make every effort to leave the cottage in good condition when you depart (see rental agreement).  We can send our housekeeper over, at no charge if upon arrival you discover anything unsatisfactory (which you should report to us immediately).  RENTAL OPTIONS: This cottage is available for WEEK LONG STAYS (5 day bookings are sometimes possible). Month long stays are available 'off season' (with a discount).  We personally use the house a lot, but do enjoy sharing our place.  The rates are also NOT NEGOTIABLE (please do not 'make us an offer'). Download & read the rental agreement; Guests will be obliged to all terms. If there is anything that you do not understand or if you have any questions, please contact us.  A week prior to your arrival VRBO will send you instructions on how to access the house plus additional details that you'll need during your stay (we will also reach out by phone). Although we will immediately do everything possible to correct any problems/issues that could arise during your stay (including items not working or available) or if the island is evacuated due to adverse weather (after your arrival), no refunds, reductions in rent or rescheduling will be available or offered. This also includes cancellations by the guests (for any reason) after booking. We strongly suggest you purchase TRAVEL INSURANCE. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CALL BEFORE YOU BOOK: We're available by phone anytime. (our numbers are listed on the photo slides)... We're a unique property.  While 95% of our guests have enjoyed the cottage (with mostly repeat customers), some families have found it's 'not up to their standards'.  This cottage is priced accordingly (well below others). If you're unsure about our place... Let's talk in advance to confirm we will be a good fit for you and everyone is on the same page (as opposed to you arriving and being unhappy or disappointed).  Also PLEASE GIVE US THE OPPORTUNITY to address any 'situations' at the start of or during your stay, as opposed to us reading a bad review after you've left.  We are very proactive and available 24/7 to help in any way.  :-) Please view the Video tour: https://youtube.com/watch?v=L4zasM0OEBc   (copy & paste to browser)    Video should also available in slide #3 of photos (just click). THANKS for your consideration of the BWI for your next vacation! We’d love to share our place with you! Cheers, John Summers Matthews ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Car not required - Onsite parking options include a carport ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - CD player - DVD player - Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels - Games - Music library - Netflix - Stereo - Streaming services - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Smoking allowed on deck (please use ash tray) ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay ### Things to do - Bicycles - Bodyboard - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Electric car charging station - Unit size: 890 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34920000/34913500/34913429/c8812ae4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### AMAZING VIEW! 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Guests agree to and are legally obligated to all that is written. Although we have a 'once booked/no refund' policy, if the island is closed by storm, prior to your arrival, we will provide a 100% refund. Optional ground level Wreck Room adds $300 per week. Reserve w/owner after booking. The Wreck Room can only be added by the guests in the main home. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) Note from host: $120 mandatory fee See agreement for breeds aloud. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Bunk room has 2 kids beds. Many games/beach items ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoking allowed on deck (please use ash tray) ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Blue Whale St. George Island Florida House Eastpoint Blue Whale St. George Island Florida House Blue Whale St. George Island Florida Eastpoint Blue Whale St. George Island Florida Blue Whale St George Florida Blue Whale on St. George Island Florida Blue Whale on St. George Island, Florida Cottage Blue Whale on St. George Island, Florida St. George Island Blue Whale on St. George Island, Florida Cottage Blue Whale on St. George Island, Florida St. George Island ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.66089%2C-84.86685&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KXbkycqtY0H30SANL07fVQQb9q8=) Eastpoint, FL #### What's nearby - St. George Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - St. George Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - St. George Island Visitor Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - St. George Island Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 1.8 km - Sikes Cut - 18 min drive - 12.2 km #### Restaurants - ‪Family Coastal Restaurant - ‬10 min drive - ‪Blue Parrot - ‬5 min walk - ‪Red Pirate - ‬8 min drive - ‪BJ's Pizza and Subs - ‬5 min walk - ‪Eastpoint Beer Company - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is BLUE WHALE on St. George Island, Florida pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at BLUE WHALE on St. George Island, Florida? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at BLUE WHALE on St. George Island, Florida? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is BLUE WHALE on St. George Island, Florida located? > With direct access to the beach, this St. George Island cottage is within a 10-minute walk of St. George Island Beach, St. George Island Visitor Center, and St. George Lighthouse. St. George Island Fishing Pier and Bryant Patton Bridge are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## BLUE WHALE on St. George Island, Florida Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 101 8 - Good 26 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 4 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa D. Aug 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Loved, loved, loved the location, communication with the owner, vibe of the cottage and all the fun extras! Can’t wait to return! ##### Lisa D. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Regina B. Aug 6, 2018 #### Great location!! We had a great stay at the BWI. The location was great and the kids had fun on the bikes that were provided. Thanks so much 😊 ##### Regina B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen B. Mar 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Blue whale The location is great, host super friendly and welcoming and having the hot tab was wonderful, since the weather was a bit cold on some of the days. ##### Karen B. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline J. Aug 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Cute little beach cabin close to the water. Great views! In need of a little TLC. Porch door needs to be replaced. Would definitely stay again, and recommend to those looking for a centrally located place to stay on SGI. ##### Caroline J. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin N. Jun 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Blue Whale Inn Completed a week stay in May - great property, great location, description is very accurate. Owner is very easy to work with and the process was all very smooth. Thank you. ##### Kevin N. Stayed 6 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy C. Sep 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good times at the Blue Whale! We had a wonderful stay. Great time, great place, great location! Short walk to the beach, beautiful view. Owner was very responsive to see if everything was perfect for us. He told us it was a little rustic, which is fine by us. We loved it!! Would stay again in a heartbeat. ##### Cindy C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa N. Mar 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Blue Location, location , location. Older, but clean & comfortable. Host is easily accessible, if needed & made us feel at home before we got there. Can not wait to return. ##### Teresa N. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John M., usa Mar 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 3rd Time @ The Whale We feel very much at home here. I’m sure visit number 4 will be soon! 🐳🏝️ ##### John M. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam H. May 25, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Blue Whale is Amazing The Blue Whale is such a special place in a perfect location. The beach entrance is literally across the street, but it feels like you are right down by the water while you sit on the front deck. It's also very conveniently located within half a mile of 6 great restaurants / bars and both of the island grocery stores. The house is also the perfect size for a single family or a couple's getaway. I can't wait to visit again for my next SGI vacation. ##### Adam H. Stayed 7 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary B., Athens, GA, USA Jun 26, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Will be booking the Blue Whale again! This property is everything you need! While not as new as the houses around it, The Blue Whale is charming, spacious and perfectly located on the island. The views are wonderful, the back deck and hot tub are such a bonus and it's close enough to walk to most of the restaurants. The property owner is wonderful to work with and always accessible so you won't be left wondering about anything. I'm already gearing up to book for next summer! ##### Mary B. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Alan J. Jun 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Great Location - easy access to all things St George Great location on the island. Close to all the things you want while staying there. House has some age and could use a little love. But everything works as it should and although you’re not stepping on the beach when you walk out, you’re an easy walk to the beach (less than 1 block). If you’re looking for luxury, this isn’t the place. If you’re looking for a great location with just enough room to sleep and eat in private with everything you need and nothing you don’t, this is a good option. ##### Alan J. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Patrick H. Mar 28, 2019 #### Everything you need for family vacation John called to explain condition of home prior to our rental. It could use some tlc but he has made some improvements. The location was ideal...walk to grocery, restaurants, bars and just across street from beach (dolphins in the morning). Wifi, games, movies, Dish network, all appliances, utensils, etc. ##### Patrick H. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy H. Jul 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My best visit to Florida ever. I had an amazing time at the Blue Whale. It was just like taking your house to the beach with you. We had everything we needed to go to the beach, wagon, towels, umbrellas and boards and floats for the kids. Kitchen was well equipped for cooking and drink mixing. We had an amazing time and plan to go back. John was always available to answer any questions. I would 100% recommend this home, it wasn't just a house. ##### Sandy H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Traci S. Sep 20, 2020 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great price great location The owner was wonderful to work with. He helped us with everything we needed. His description of the property is spot on. It is an old island home with a great view. If you are looking for fancy and or new check out other properties. If you are looking for true island charm and a great location, this is the home for a couples getaway. Not the owners fault but I think he needs a new cleaning person but everything else was great. Awesome outdoor speakers for playing the tunes! Thanks for a great stay on our favorite island. ##### Traci S. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LeeAnna K. Aug 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfectly Homey The owner is absolutely amazing to rent from. So friendly and easy to speak with. His personality brings you in like you are family. The Blue Whale is everything in comfort for your small family to stay. And access to the beach is straight across the lot. The Blue Whale also has an additional wreck room at the bottom so my daddy was able to stay with my family. The wreck room has the basic essentials for a small living area. Perfect for my daddy to have his quiet space and a nap away from my hand full of kiddos. Lol. The main house is just as it was when I stayed there years ago. Inviting with the pull of the blue whale theme. Love it. You really feel at home here. Beds are extremely comfortable. The house provides all your daily necessities. And MOREEEE!! Endless fun for my family. Especially my little ones. This house has been a family tradition since I was a little one. The owners of this inn take pride in making sure whoever stays feels welcomed and comfortable. If I even had a question or concern, it was taken care of immediately. We couldn’t have asked for more gracious hospitality. 5/5 stars!!!! ##### LeeAnna K. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy C. Aug 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great property! Great location! Great property owners. ##### Amy C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsay H. Aug 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Blue Whale Stay The Blue Whale was a great place to stay for my spouse and myself. The owner was great and super easy to work with! The house is definitely an older beach house with older house quirks but the owner was very upfront about that! The location is perfect…there is beach access directly across from the Blue Whale. Just a short walk and you are on the sand! It’s an easy walk to most of the restaurants and activities “downtown”. ##### Lindsay H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Kathryn B. Jul 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My Second Home The Blue Whale is my favorite place to stay on this island. I've stayed 3 years in a row now. Its location is unmatched at this price and it homey and lived in and comfortable. The hot tub and deck are so much fun and it's got everything you need down to a wagon to pull your stuff to the beach! Also, the owner is so communicative and will be right there if you have any issues (but you won't; it's paradise). Please don't book it so there will be more days available for me to come back! :D ##### Mary Kathryn B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jon C. Jun 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### SGI Getaway The Blue Whale was perfect for our stay in SGI. It was conveniently located to everything in the area. John was very helpful with any questions or needs that we had. The place has everything you need to make it feel like home. John knows it needs some TLC and lets you know upfront, but I am easy to please and you just can’t get those views at most rentals. The house also had a portable ice maker and we didn’t have to buy one bag of ice while there, which is unheard of at the beach. Also, the private area in front of the house is so secluded. We felt like we had the beach to ourselves anytime of the day. I could go on and on but we loved our stay and will hopefully be back in the future! Thanks John! ##### Jon C. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alchemy K. Jun 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing! The blue whale is exactly what you need if you’re looking for a cozy getaway. We loved the fact that it was built in the 90s! This is a must stay!! ##### Alchemy K. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leann P. May 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cottage life Great location! Adorable cottage. Exceptional host. Small hiccup during stay, no fault of anyone’s, the own was amazing in handling the issue. Very responsive and on top of things! ##### Leann P. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Todd B. Apr 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Blue Whale We definitely had a good time at the blue whale the owner was very friendly and very helpful on any questions we had, loved the dart board we had a great time playing, air conditioning was great, and everything was as described.Would definitely recommend and I plan on staying again Lord willing! ##### Todd B. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### J P. Apr 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### SGI paradise My husband and I spent a week at the blue whale for spring break. What a fabulous time we had! The location couldn’t be better and most days it felt like we had the beach all to ourselves. Anytime we had a question or concern John was immediately on it and was so helpful. We cant wait to go back! ##### J P. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherean M. Apr 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfy beds, great AC and location Yes, the house has some quirks. It's a bit wobbly but we all found it charming. John is SUPER communicative and welcoming. He was available during our stay for any questions or concerns. PROS:Super comfortable bedsAC works brilliantly plus there are ceiling fans and windows units if you need moreLocation is unbeatable. You can walk to all the restaurants and shops. TVs with many streaming services; you don't have to login with your own account. And Direct TV for love. The Rec room was a great addition for my teenager and the when we had to take work zoom callsCONSJohn did a good job detailing that the house has been well-loved I found it challenging to get up and down the stairs to the Captains loft, so we slept in the Queen bed on the main floor and let the younger adults take the loft.Great location, comfy beds and AC are my priorities and this filled the bill! ##### Sherean M. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### allison m. Apr 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay! This place is great! It definitely has charm to it. The location can’t be beat. You can easily walk to all the restaurants and shops from here. The beds were more comfortable than my bed at home. Thanks for a great stay! ##### allison m. 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