Step into Caretta Cottage, a charming seaside retreat on Tybee Island. Enjoy the perfect blend of historic coastal charm and modern amenities like a private plunge pool. Relax in the grand, screened-in porch or unwind with friends and family by the ocean, just steps away.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 121663 sq ft
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach!
Welcome to your classic seaside retreat at Caretta Cottage. Constructed in the 1930s, this vacation home is one of the original Tybee Island raised cottages that maintains its historic, coastal charm but with the added perks of updated, modern amenities, including a private plunge pool! Only the 4th home from the quiet mid beach, guests will love being only steps from easy beach access and the ocean. With 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, it’s the perfect place to relax and unwind with friends or family on your next dream getaway!
The main living area is on the second level, where you’ll be greeted by a grand, screened-in porch with ample lounge seating. It’s the ideal spot to enjoy a morning cup of coffee or share a meal at the outdoor dining table with seating for 6. The queen-sized swing bed is a fantastic feature of the porch, allowing guests to slip into vacation mode on Tybee Time easily. Through the front door, the classic feel of the original wood paneling extends across the living area, dining area, and kitchen walls and ceiling. The living room features a couch, extra seating, a wall-mounted smart TV, and a beautiful decorative fireplace. The dining area has seating for 6. The fully equipped kitchen makes preparing vacation meals a breeze with an oven, stovetop, dishwasher, refrigerator, and microwave.
Four of the bedrooms are located on the second floor as well. Bedroom 1, just off the main living area, features a king-sized bed, a flat-screen TV, and direct access to the outdoor deck through sliding glass doors. There is an adjoining bathroom with a shower and tub combination. Down the hallway are the remaining 3 bedrooms. Bedroom 2 has a king-sized bed, a wall-mounted flat-screen TV, and access to the hall bathroom. The hall bathroom features a shower and tub combination. Bedroom 3 has a queen bed. Bedroom 4 can be accessed either through Bedroom 3, or through its own private entrance directly from the screened-in porch. Bedroom 4 has a queen bed and ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower. Bedroom 5, located on the lower level, is outfitted with a plush queen bed.
Head downstairs to the garage, where there is a ping pong table for hours of fun. There is a full-size washer and dryer, and an additional bathroom with a changing room and shower just off the garage, perfect for a quick change before a day at the beach. Wash off the sand after a day at the beach with an outdoor enclosed shower. Take the fun outdoors for a dip in the pool, backyard barbeque with a relaxing picnic area with a picnic table, lounge chairs, and even an outdoor hammock.
Caretta Cottage has parking for up to 3 vehicles. (Two cars in the driveway, and one in the garage.) The driveway is small, and large trucks or oversized vehicles may not fit. Pay-to-park spaces are available on the street for additional parking.
City of Tybee Island Short Term Vacation Rental (STVR) Permit #STR2021-01792
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Golf
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 1,663 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the area
Located near the beach, this vacation home is in South Beach, a neighborhood in Tybee Island. Harbour Town Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tybee Island Beach and North Beach. Tybee Arts Center and Tybee Island Marine Science Center are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. Visit our Tybee Island travel guide
Is Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach! located?
Located in South Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Tybee Island Beach and North Beach. Tybee Island Memorial Park and Mid Beach are also within 15 minutes.
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Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach! Reviews
Reviews
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Caretta Cottage was just as described and pictured, an easy, convenient, short walk to the beach. The cottage was clean, the bathrooms were fine, and the beds were comfortable. We did not use the downstairs area; the upstairs was all we needed. The only minuses were the very few spoons and bowls provided, and the absence of any condiments (no salt or pepper). Due to the cold weather we did not use the screened in porch; it is a great entertainment area that we would have enjoyed otherwise.
A wonderful cottage in a perfect location! Plenty of lounging spaces for our multi-generation family stay. The bedrooms and bathrooms are as described and offer plenty of privacy. The walk to the beach is easy peasy. The walk to restaurants is a little further. The original wood paneling is gorgeous. The property could use a little love. The grill was rusty and unusable and the screen porch door was broken. The garage doors have a gap which can allow critters to enter. All in all, it was a lovely stay and we would book the cottage again.
The location of this house is great and the inside is cute. But we won’t be staying here again.
The kitchen needs some updates. They only provided two kitchen towels and one wash rag. No spices of any kind were provided, only salt and pepper. One of the cabinets just stayed open, we couldn’t get it to close. The fridge had trouble shutting. The pots and pans were non stick and in bad shape.
The house was not as clean as I would have liked. The main bedroom’s bathroom sink was clogged and leaking. It was that way when we arrived which makes me think that the cleaning crew did not run the water, or they would have noticed. The bath tubs were dirty and hair was wrapped around the drains. When you walked around on bare feet, the soles of your feet would be dirty.
The beds were extremely uncomfortable. It felt like sleeping on a rock and the sheets were very scratchy.
Overall, not a place to stay again.
Great property! Hot water heater needs attention though.
We had a wonderful stay at this home. Super close to the beach, we’ll-stocked kitchen, games, huge porch…everything you’d need. One thing the property management needs to take a look at is the hot water heater however: all hot water smells strongly of sulfur. (We’re aware of what island water typically smells like, BTW, and this was definitely something wrong. It was only the hot water, and so strong we basically gave up on hot showers. )