[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town. Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53980000/53976700/53976659/180-8117de16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53980000/53976700/53976659/99638695.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53980000/53976700/53976659/7458c8b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53980000/53976700/53976659/9db76437.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53980000/53976700/53976659/ab4d2ccc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Immerse yourself in history at the Cannonball Home, a beautifully restored circa 1807 residence in Saint Marys Historic District. Stroll along the traditional wrap-around porch, admire 12-foot ceilings and enjoy a short walk to St. Marys Howard Gilman Memorial Waterfront Park. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - - - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill - Dryer ## 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. ### Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town. Beautifully restored circa 1807 home in the heart of the Saint Marys Historic District. This home, known as the cannonball home was originally a study for Horace Pratt, the minister of the first Presbyterian Church in Saint Marys and was located on the Orange Hall property. The home was hit with a cannonball during the Civil War and the damage is still seen today! This historic home has a traditional wrap around porch and 12 foot ceilings. A lovey and short .3 mile walk from the home and you are at St. Marys Howard Gilman Memorial Waterfront Park, divine Saint Mary's Seafood river front restaurants, Knuckleheads Kayak Adventures, the ferry to Cumberland Island, and more. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Smoking is only allowed out side the home ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a river ### Things to do - Water park - Motor boating nearby - Scuba diving 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 - Garden ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74890000/74889400/74889309/700104b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious & Comfy 4 bedroom Home in old St. Marys. 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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 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 ### Property is also known as PRIVATE\_VACATION\_HOME Historic "cannon Ball" House Historic Antebellum "cannon Ball" House ## About the area Located in St. Marys, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. St. Marys Railroad Museum and Fort Clinch State Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cumberland Island Ferry and Club at Osprey Cove. Howard Peeple's Park and Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving and motor boating adventures can be found near the property. 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Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town.? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town. located? > Located in the heart of St. Marys, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of St. Marys Welcome Center, Cumberland Island National Seashore, and St. Marys Submarine Museum. Howard Gilman Waterfront Park and Cumberland Island Ferry are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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