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Mermaid Cottage in Beautiful Downtown St Marys GA- Gateway to Cumberland Island

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Property grounds
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 381 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
The current price is ¥15,265
¥35,720 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mermaid Cottage in Beautiful Downtown St Marys GA- Gateway to Cumberland Island

845 square ft Coastal Cottage. Completely Remodeled, good as new. Beautiful, Coastal Casual Design. Queen MB, LR and Sitting area, great for relaxing with a book or just visiting.
DR, fully set-up kitchen for cooking, with Breakfast Bar. Washer -Dryer. Grill. Just 2 blocks away you can Rent a Golf cart for touring our beautiful, quaint fishing type village.
Located 8 blocks from the Beautiful Waterfront.
Kayak and Bicycle rentals available downtown by the Boat Ramp at Knuckleheads.
Fishing Charters:
Salt Grass Charters
Justin Paulk
Tripp Lang Charters
Lo-Jo Charters
Josh Stover
St Marys is the Gateway to Cumberland Island. Ferry available downtown St Marys.
Museums, community Theater, Great Restaurants with Local Seafood.
short distance to Jekyll Island, Saint Simons Island and Fernandina Beach Fl, all great Day trips
WIFI/CABLE TV
NON SMOKING
WHEEL CHAIR INACCESSIBLE
CK IN: 3:00 PM
CK OUT: 11:00 AM

Property manager

Barbara Ryan Harris

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 875 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: pet fee is non refundable

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Mermaid Cottage Beautuful Gateway Cumberland Island House
Mermaid Cottage Beautuful Gateway Cumberland Island
Mermaid Cottage Beautuful Gateway Cumberland Island House
Mermaid Cottage Beautuful Gateway Cumberland Island House

About the neighborhood

Map
GA, St Marys

What's nearby

  • St. Marys Welcome Center - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • St. Marys Submarine Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cumberland Island Ferry - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay - 10 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Brackish Beer Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pirates Point Bar and Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mermaid Cottage in Beautiful Downtown St Marys GA- Gateway to Cumberland Island pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Mermaid Cottage in Beautiful Downtown St Marys GA- Gateway to Cumberland Island?

As of Jun 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mermaid Cottage in Beautiful Downtown St Marys GA- Gateway to Cumberland Island on Jun 22, 2025 start from ¥15,265, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at Mermaid Cottage in Beautiful Downtown St Marys GA- Gateway to Cumberland Island?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mermaid Cottage in Beautiful Downtown St Marys GA- Gateway to Cumberland Island?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mermaid Cottage in Beautiful Downtown St Marys GA- Gateway to Cumberland Island located?

Located in the heart of St. Marys, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of St. Marys Railroad Museum, St. Marys Welcome Center, and Cumberland Island National Seashore. St. Marys Submarine Museum and Howard Gilman Waterfront Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Mermaid Cottage in Beautiful Downtown St Marys GA- Gateway to Cumberland Island Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 217 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 217 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 217 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 217 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 217 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

bill g.

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

Our stay at Mermaid Cottage

Cottage was nice, bed comfortable.Nice, quiet neighborhood. Owner very nice and willing to meet our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randolph B.

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

Very nice house clean and comfortable enjoyed my stay

Very nice house clean and comfortable enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lacey K.

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

Weekend Getaway

This cottage was super cute and close to downtown St. Marys! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

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

Nice getaway in an amazing area

Very nice small cottage to get away for a long weekend in a truly ideal setting. St Mary's is a place where time stopped and the natural beauty is amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee D.

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

Lovely place

My wife and I always enjoy the stay at The Mermaid Cottage, Barbara is extremely polite and accommodating. The place is always clean and extremely inviting. We will be back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

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

Great Place to stay.

I really liked my stay at The Mermaid Cottage. Its well decorated. And is in close proximity to a few fun places for dinner, and shopping. St Marys was a fun quite town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

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

Nice place to stay.

Cottage was adorable!! Very clean, plenty of stuff in the kitchen to cook with, walking distance to shops and restaurants! Great little family neighborhood,we will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee D.

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

Perfect getaway!

My wife and I really enjoyed staying at the Mermaid cottage, it was very nice, clean and well equipped. We will certainly be back the next time we visit St. Marys
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

The sweetest lil get away spot

This was one of nicest verb's to stay at. The place was bigger than expected and was super comfortable. The hospitality was amazing, and we look forward to staying there again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

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

Quick Getaway

Comfortable accommodations for the two of us. We enjoyed being close enough and far enough from downtown St Marys. We would stay again if the occasion arises. Thank you Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

carole o.

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

Very nice place

This is a very nice little house - clean, cute, and very nicely decorated. We wish we could have stayed longer - maybe next time. Also, the town is great, with good food.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian S.

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

Wonderful stay

We had a great time. The house location and amenities were wonderful and met our needs during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

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

Perfect spot

This was exactly what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanta C.

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

Great comfortable stay

The property was quiet, clean and comfortable in a quiet convenient location. We would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

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

Comfy Cozy Cottage

Adorable, clean, eclectic, fun, well equipped and peaceful. Absolutely love this beautiful cottage! Stayed twice and will do it w!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

mia

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

Nice place clean good location has everything you needed at home

We had great time in st Mary
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia D., Hull, MA

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

Adorable ! Super cozy and convenient

We had a lovely stay. Barbara was a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Mermaid Cottage

Nice stay in St. Marys at the Mermaid Cottage. Hope to be back next year.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne F.

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

Very cute cottage!

Thick cottage was the perfect size and much better than a hotel. Very close to everything. We enjoyed our stay. The only thing missing is a full length mirror. Still perfectly charming ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Great cottage close to Riverfront

The cottage was so cute and very clean. We were pleasantly surprised to see how close we were to the riverfront. We have family that just moved to St Mary’s. This will be our go to place to stay when visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry V.

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

Wonderful experience

Enjoyed the surroundings the cottage and especially the people we met.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Denise S.

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

Quiet time

The decor is fun and amazing. They have included anything you could possibly need and more! The manager responds quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C., Beaufort, SC

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

A charming cottage

Had to cut stay short because of family emergency, but it was a lovely place to rest for a night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle g.

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

My go to when I'm there

When I'm in this area visiting family or friends, this is my go-to place. In fact, i tell people, "i have a little cottage in st. Marys i stay at."
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana G.

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

Mermaid Paradise

Cutest comfy little hidden mermaid paradise. The bed was super comfortable had everything needed. Enjoyed the stay very much
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023