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Cumberland Queen Cottage

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Cumberland Queen Cottage provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4118 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • 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.

Cumberland Queen Cottage

Our family owns the ferry service to Cumberland Island. The cottage pays tribute to the Ferrys that have taken passengers to the Island for the past 30 years. The Cumberland Queen was the first ferry. The current ferrys are The Cumberland Princess, The Cumberland Lady and the Cumberland Queen II. We have two original wheel house windows from the Cumberland Queen that were salvaged after it sank during hurricane Irma in 2017. You will have a two block walk to board the Cumberland Queen II on your visit to beautiful Cumberland Island. You will have views of the St. Marys River from your front porch and bedroom 2. The back patio overlooks the History Walking Park. Many restaurants and shops are within walking distance from the cottage.

This townhome has recently been renovated with new appliances and furniture. Each bedroom has a full bath and smart TV. There is a half bath downstairs. Fully stocked kitchen with new appliances and washer and dryer. Dining room accommodates 4-6, also dining on the patio. Large smart TV in living room, free high speed internet. Seating on front porch with river views.

Whether you are visiting to go to Cumberland Island or to enjoy our historic downtown, we welcome you to St. Marys, GA and The Cumberland Queen Cottage.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,265 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the trash
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

You can leave the dirty linens on the beds and bathroom. Please take trash out and put it in the black garbage can outside. Thank you!

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

About the neighborhood

Located in St. Marys, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. St. Marys Railroad Museum and Fort Clinch State Park are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Shoppes At Amelia Concourse and Palmetto Walk Shopping Village. Howard Peeple's Park and Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park 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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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
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • USA, Georgia, Cumberland Island National Seashore
    Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Night scene of the ferry to Cumberland Island and the waterfront in St Marys, Georgia.
    Cumberland Island Ferry
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • St. Marys Submarine Museum
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. Marys Welcome Center
    13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
    38 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 Cumberland Queen Cottage 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 Cumberland Queen Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cumberland Queen Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cumberland Queen Cottage located?

Located in the heart of St. Marys, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Cumberland Island National Seashore and Howard Gilman Waterfront Park. St. Marys Submarine Museum and Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center are also within 10 minutes.

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Cumberland Queen Cottage Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

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Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keri G.

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

Keri G.

Our stay was perfect as usual! Such a great location and cute and comfortable place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doreen P.

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

Perfect!

Great location and great place!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne G.

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

St Mary’s Vacation

We loved this property! The host did a wonderful job of having everything we would need for our month long stay ready for us on arrival. We enjoy walking and this location is perfect for that. The property itself was so comfortable, I would highly recommend staying at this lovely home.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

kyle s.

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

Weekend trip to Cumberland island

This place did not disappoint..the location was absolutely perfect and the pictures do not do it justice..the place was immaculate and the owner was very easy the communicate with..i would give it more stars if i could.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler S.

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

Perfect place to stay in St. Mary's

This house was amazing! All the comforts of home while on vacation. Located in downtown St. Mary's, easy walk to all of the shops, restaurants, and waterfront. We will be staying here next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dani W.

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

girls trip

cannot say enough good things about the home! no detail was over-looked! quiet location yet close to everything we wanted! thanks!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

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

Perfect rental to launch your Cumberland Island visit!

We greatly enjoyed staying in Amy's beautiful rental! She fully accommodated us on the busy fourth weekend; early check-in, reserved parking, fireworks view from her deck, and easy walking distance to the C.I. check in and ferry dock!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri G.

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

So Pleased!

This was a great place to stay! The pictures don’t do it justice. Wonderful location, very clean and just adorable all around!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael C.

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

Great place for Cumberland Island exploration

The house was perfect. It was super clean and my whole family loved the decor. We'll definitely tell others about this place and hopefully get another chance to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle l

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Beautiful, peaceful place! Got to visit with my military daughter!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne S.

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

Adorable cottage

The cottage is even prettier than the pictures and provides everything needed. The location is perfect for sky watching across the street and access to town is a short walk. I hope to return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean Renee L.

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

Perfect location, Kind hosts, and comfortable home

My adult children and i headed to our home town to visit family. The location meant we rarely used our car as everything was in walking distance. The place was immaculate and the beds were super comfortable. Check in/out super easy and we felt quite at home. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis S.

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

Early April 2025

Beautiful townhouse, well decorated, comfortable and spacious for us. Had all the comforts.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

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

Amazing all around

This is truly one of the best places we have ever rented. The owner is amazing, great communication and very prompt with responses. The townhouse was very clean, very well stocked and the special touches in the home were all very welcoming and made us feel at home. The location is perfect, within walking distance of everything in St Mary’s. Honestly cannot say enough amazing things.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

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

Fantastic Getaway

This is my second time at this home. It is an absolute perfect getaway, with easy access to a dock overlooking the river and a very short walk to town. Accommodations are luxurious, clean, and cozy. I hope to return for a Thursday!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

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

Loved our stay!

Cumberland Cottage is one of the best places we have stayed, and we rent a lot of vacation rentals. From the moment we walked in it felt like home. Everything you need was available and it was very clean and comfortable. The location is within walking distance of the downtown area where you can eat, shop and relax. We cannot wait for out next visit to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin F., Rock Hill, SC

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

Wonderful place to stay

This cottage exceeds all expectations. It was clean and the hosts had provided everything you would need for a comfortable stay. It is conveniently located close to the Cumberland island ferry. The town of St Mary's is a lovely town with plenty of things to see and do. I would highly recommend Cumberland Island Cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

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

Golf Weekend

We stayed in the Cumberland Queen Cottage for the golf tournament weekend! It was so convenient to the waterfront and restaurants in St.Marys, we walked everywhere. The cottage itself was beautiful and had everything we needed. Especially enjoyed the front and back porch for coffee and reading.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H.

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

Perfect getaway spot!

This cottage was as great as advertised. It was so beautifully decorated and perfectly appointed. We had everything we needed for a delightful stay: fluffy white towels; crisp, clean sheets; well supplied kitchen; several cozy indoor and outdoor spaces for relaxing. The cottage was conveniently located to all that St Mary’s offers and the hosts provided great information on all the restaurants and local happenings. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

St. Mary’s

Without question the nicest place we have rented. Location, cleanliness, wonderful owners. We would rent there again in a heartbeat! Peaceful and quiet yet walking distance to several restaurants. Very cool to walk out the back and be in a park. Just lovely!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

FANTABULOUS

Recommended listing by a friend and couldn’t have been more pleased. Sweet decor, wonderful location and excellent venue for our anniversary. Walking distance to all the quaintness DT St. Mary’s has to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita T.

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

A real jewel in the town

The first impression is the inviting look of the building. The inside is very attractive - decorated in a tasteful way, appropriate to the area. The beds, linen, blankets, pillows and bath towels are of nice quality. The pantry was stocked with some basics, such as salt, pepper, sugar, coffee, paper towels, water bottles etc. The location is convenient to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra Ann H.

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

Cumberland Queen Cottage

This property was wonderful to stay at. It was in a nice neighborhood but still close to downtown. It was nice that the host has things in the pantry that you may need but do not want to buy due to a short stay such as paper plates, napkins, extra foil and plastic baggies. There is plenty of living space. We enjoyed our stay and plan to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

One of the best rentals I've seen!

This townhouse was so well located and so beautifully decorated. It was a real pleasure. Everything we needed and more. It is definitely in the top tier of places I've stayed. I highly recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay in the area. Walk to the ferry to Cumberland Island and on the way back, stop for dinner at Local Seafood. Quiet, comfortable, and really, really nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglass B.

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

Best place to stay in St Marys

Could not have been better. Such a convenient walk into historic st Marys and the Cumberland island ferry. Immaculately furnished and clean. I was very surprised to find soap like a hotel provided, that is not common among rental properties. Also easy parking, we drove to Jekyll and Amelia Island as well which was a piece of cake. The only thing that could be better would be larger beds. But regardless, I want to visit St Marys again, and I am going to plan my trip around making sure I can stay here. It really made the trip fantastic.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024