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At The Sweet Spot, enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of a waterfront cottage with beautiful views of the St Marys River. With a short walk to the Cumberland Queen Ferry and access to bikes for exploring historic areas, this charming abode is perfect for nature lovers. Relax on your screened-in patio or in front of your flat-screen HDTV.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 560 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • 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.

Need warmer weather near the Islands. Check out our Spring Brake rates!

The “Sweet Spot” is exactly that – the perfect location just steps away to your vacation’s best memories...

PRISTINE NATURE NOT TO BE MISSED…

View the water of the St Marys River from our beautiful cottage is a short walk to the waterfront and across the street from the Cumberland Queen Ferry which is the exclusive gateway to Cumberland Island-Georgia’s largest and southernmost barrier island. On Cumberland Island, you will find beautiful maritime forests, undeveloped beaches, wide marshes and amazing wildlife! You will even see horses roaming free! With over 9,800 acres, Cumberland Island is one of the largest wilderness areas in a National Seashore on the entire east coast. Come explore some of Georgia's most natural beauty.

ACTIVITIES ABOUND

Biking, Fishing, Sailing, Jet ski, Swimming, Water Park, Golf or Tennis, Hiking, Boating, Kayaking, Snorkeling/Diving, Hunting, Restaurants, Live Theater, Marina, Cinemas, Antiquing, Bird Watching, Beach combing, Shelling, Eco Tourism, History tours, Wildlife viewing, Exploring or simple R&R!

‘SWEETLY’ APPOINTED COTTAGE

This quaint 650 sq ft. tastefully decorated cottage features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a comfortable living room with flat screen HDTV and DVD, central HVAC, washer-dryer, and well-equipped kitchen. There are hardwoods throughout with a king in the master bedroom, and a double and single (bunk beds) in the 2nd bedroom.

Choose you dining spot: You can seat 4 for meals in the kitchen, or more on the patio. There’s a grill in the back yard that’s great for cookouts.

2 ADULT BIKES free to use TO EXPLORE...BRING YOUR BOAT OR JET SKI (free public boat ramps across the street)

Bikes are a must to explore the historic area. We have two with helmets complimentary for your pleasure during your stay. There are two free public boat ramps nearby and ample extra parking across the street.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No where on property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Pickleball
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Max 2 dogs. Pet fee per dog

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No where on property

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Sweet Spot Walk Cumberland Ferry Waterfront Park Bikes Pets OK

About the neighborhood

Located in St. Marys, this vacation home is in the city center and on a river. St. Marys Submarine Museum and St. Marys Railroad Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Howard Peeple's Park and Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park. Island Falls Golf and Fernandina Beach Pinball Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our St. Marys travel guide
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GA, St Marys

What's nearby

  • Dungeness on Cumberland Island, Georgia, is a ruined mansion that is part of a historic district that was the home of several families significant in American history. James Oglethorpe first built on Cumberland Island in 1736, building a hunting lodge that he named Dungeness. Oglethorpe named the place after Dungeness, in England. The next Dungeness was the legacy of Revolutionary War hero Nathanael Greene, who had acquired 11,000 acres of island land in exchange for a bad debt. His widow built a four-story tabby mansion in 1803, over a Timucuan shell mound. During the War of 1812 the island was occupied by the British, who used the house as a headquarters. In 1818 Henry “Light-Horse Harry” Lee, a dashing cavalry commander during the Revolutionary War and father of Robert E. Lee, stayed at the house until his death on March 25, 1818, cared for by Greene's daughter Louisa, and was laid to rest in nearby cemetery with full military honors provided by an American fleet stationed at St. Marys, Georgia. The house was abandoned during the U.S. Civil War and burned in 1866. In the 1880s the property was purchased by Thomas M. Carnegie, brother of Andrew Carnegie, who began to build a new mansion on the site. The 59-room Queen Anne style mansion and grounds were completed after Carnegie's death in 1886. His wife Lucy continued to live at Dungeness and built other estates for her children, including Greyfield for Margaret Carnegie, Plum Orchard for George Lauder Carnegie, and Stafford Plantation. By this time, the Carnegies owned 90% of the island. The Carnegies moved out of Dungeness in 1925. In 1959 the Dungeness mansion was destroyed by fire, alleged to be arson. The ruins are today preserved by the National Park Service as part of Cumberland Island National Seashore. They were acquired by the Park Service in 1972.
    Cumberland Island National Seashore
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • USA, Georgia, Cumberland Island National Seashore
    Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Night scene of the ferry to Cumberland Island and the waterfront in St Marys, Georgia.
    Cumberland Island Ferry
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. Marys Submarine Museum
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Marys Welcome Center
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wendy's
    5 min drive
  • Subway
    5 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In
    6 min drive
  • Arby's
    5 min drive
  • Brackish Beer Company
    2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Need warmer weather near the Islands. Check out our Spring Brake rates! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Need warmer weather near the Islands. Check out our Spring Brake rates!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Need warmer weather near the Islands. Check out our Spring Brake rates!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Need warmer weather near the Islands. Check out our Spring Brake rates! located?

Located in the heart of St. Marys, this vacation home is steps from Cumberland Island National Seashore, St. Marys Submarine Museum, and Howard Gilman Waterfront Park. Cumberland Island Ferry and Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center are also within 5 minutes.

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9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

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

Great Location

This was a great home to stay in for our Cumberland Island visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelby S.

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

Perfect getaway!

Really enjoyed our stay at this unit. Perfect for my husband and I. Relaxing getaway. Unit was cozy and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen N.

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

Great location and really comfy beds!

This place was perfect for my family of 4. We went to Cumberland island and it’s within walking distance of the ferry. We were also able to walk to a few restaurants for dinner and breakfast. The beds are so comfortable! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The home was very comfortable and clean. It was in walking distance to everything we needed. It was very family friendly area. I would highly recommend anyone wanting to go to Cumberland Island to stay here. Landlord was very quickly to respond to my messages. Grandchildren enjoyed having a playground across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa K.

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

Perfect location

This home is so close to the ferry terminal to Cumberland Island. Walking distance to restaurants and shops is the quaint town of St. Marys. Perfect home for small families and adequately equipped with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

nate8776

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

Cute and quiet

The place is really cute, one street back from the main drag. The house is comfortable and clean. We made good use of the kitchen and screened porch. The bed in the master is pretty comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya J.

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

Excellent location

We loved staying here and being able to walk to the Cumberland Island ferry and restaurants. We did move the car all weekend. The house was very comfortable for my family. The kitchen was well stocked and everything was clean. We found the neighborhood quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Seashore Getaway

The location is stellar. A short walk to restaurants and shops as well as the ferry to the island and the park. The house is comfortably furnished and clean. All aspects of the house are functional although some updates would be nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

Cute, clean and close

Adorable little two bedroom in the heart of St. Marys. Walking distance to riverfront park, ferry and restaurants. Wish we could have stayed longer. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa D.

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

10 year anniversary visit

This location truly lives up to its name. It is located in a spot where you are close distance to local restaurants and shopping as well having plenty of places to walk your dog. Close to Fernandina Beach for some great mini golf. All around a spot my husband and I would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva W.

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

Adorable Vintage Home @ St Mary's Waterfront

Our family loved everything about this home. Cozy, yet roomy enuf for privacy. Quiet neighborhood and convenient to great restaurants, museums, playgrounds, fishing, Cumberland Island Ferry, charming waterfront park with adult swings overlooking the peaceful water (our favorite "zen" activity), great biking & walking areas.. Hostess was promptly effective & pleasantly helpful to our question about the lockbox. It was a long drive from the northeast Georgis mountains but definitely worth every mile! We so very much hope to make a return visit! Thak you!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina S.

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

Summer trip

We always look for places near water so our boys can fish and a place that is pet friendly. This place knocked it out the park. Not only was there great fishing piers right across the road but the creek near the house was full of fish and crabs. The fenced in backyard was great and some of the stores and restaurants are even pet friendly. They had two bikes for us to use which was awesome for a morning bike ride. Really you can walk to everything. We also brought a boat and used that to check out Cumberland island. And Tiffany made our stay amazing. She was so quick to reply to any questions. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

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

Adorable sweet place

Property is just as pictured, clean, comfortable and was perfect size for the two of us with furry baby but a family of four could easily love this cottage. Location couldn’t be better in St Mary’s - everything is within walking distance. Nice park near by on riverfront. Beds are comfy, perfect fenced in backyard for fur friends, nice screened in porch for outside sitting without the bugs getting you. It is soooo quiet even though you are right in town. We ate at Locals, Seagals, Riverfront Cafe - all were good and would recommend checking any of them out but Locals was our favorite…maybe because we stumbled on to an all you can eat shrimp special night - the grilled shrimp was amazing!! And Southern River Walk had a great breakfast. Take the ferry and go to Cumberland Island - wild horses were such fun to see and loved walking all the trails. Thanks Tiffany for sharing your home! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Robert M.

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

Qaunt little place close to water

Very nice, and convient place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa S.

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

Great Location

The house is in a great location. Walking distance to everything. The property manager is great. She is very knowledgeable about the area, quickly responds and meets your needs.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara R.

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

Great getaway

Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Awesome Getaway!!

Perfect location for a St Mary’s / Cumberland Island getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Great location and nice place in town

We walked to restaurants and shopping, kayaked, took the Cumberland Island ferry trip and really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim and Joe M.

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

Great place and location

We were very pleased with the cottage and location. We will stay again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

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

Perfect trip

Really enjoyed stay and how close house was to everything. Will definitely stay here next time in St Mary’s,
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Was a home away from home, wish hot tub had been running, but was a beautiful place, definitely could see my self returning, beautiful area!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

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

Peaceful Getaway

Quiet yet convenient to local attractions. Perfect fit for a couple.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

Great place, best location

Everything was great but in particular the location across from the ferry was perfect. My young son and I were able to have an overnight adventure on the island while my sister and brother-in-law stayed and enjoyed St Mary after a day trip to the island with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

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

Great Location

Cute little place with a great location, the bikes are a big plus to do some exploring with. Restaurants in easy walking distance, and a free public boat ramp across the street that isn't the least bit crowded.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis M.

Nice, clean, convenient.

Great little house. Convenient to Ferry to Cumberland Island & other downtown attractions/restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019