Whelk Come Inn | Charming Cottage, Near Beach! provides amenities like golfing on site and laundry facilities.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 680 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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About this property
Whelk Come Inn | Charming Cottage, Near Beach!
*Please note: The neighboring home is currently undergoing exterior renovations. While work is being managed professionally, guests may experience occasional construction noise during their stay.
Whelk Come Inn to your south Tybee beach vacation. This vintage-era Tybee cottage welcomes you home with two bedrooms, plus a bonus room for kids, a fenced yard, and a cute outdoor patio with twinkle lights to set the mood for a good time on Tybee. Located just a block and a half from the famous South end main beach and an easy walk to restaurants, shopping, and nightlife, this sweet little home will be a perfect fit for a fun beach getaway with family or friends. Step up into this cozy cottage that has a front sun-room that is bright and inviting and includes a sleeper sofa and a flat-screen TV. The home has been remodeled, but still features original finishes in the bedrooms, with wood-paneled walls and a charming historic feel. The two bedrooms are each furnished with a Queen Size bed, and both have wall-mounted flat-screen TVs. The bathroom connects the bedrooms with a walk-in shower, each with its access door. There is a bonus room furnished with little kid-sized twin bunk beds, perfect for the youngest members of your crew.
To the back of the house are the kitchen and the eating area. The kitchen is fully equipped and includes a large serving/breakfast bar, perfect for entertaining while preparing evening meals. The breakfast bar has seating for 4, and the dining table has room to seat 6 comfortably. The back door from the kitchen leads to a lovely patio with a gas grill and an outdoor dining table for 6. The detached utility room includes a full-size washer and a dryer and an additional bathroom with a walk-in shower - perfect for rinsing off after a long day at the beach. Bring your bikes or rent some while you are here; it is the best way to see the island! This home is ideally located between 18th Street beach access and back river beach access at Inlet Avenue, which is a perfect place to stroll the shoreline at sunset, searching for the ideal whelk. There is parking for up to 2 vehicles. Wifi is available. This home is not pet-friendly. ABOUT US: Tybee Vacation Rentals offers guests the benefit of booking with a professional vacation rental company with over 20 years of experience. Our local team has knowledge of the area and our properties. We are available 7 days a week and offer 24-hour emergency support. PAYMENTS: Book with Confidence. Free Cancellation within 72 hours of booking for stays more than 15 days before arrival. TVR offers a variety of payment plans depending on your arrival date, click on the Book Now button to review your payment schedule. HOUSEKEEPING: Cleanliness has always been a top priority. The TVR housekeeping staff is trained to use the best hygiene practices focusing on sanitization, disinfection, and proven cleaning protocols at all times for the safety of our guests and employees. MINIMUM NIGHT REQUIREMENTS: Minimum night requirements vary by property, dates of stay, and usually become more lenient for last-minute bookings. PETS: This home is not pet friendly. City of Tybee Island Short Term Vacation Rental (STVR) Permit #STR2021-00735
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
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
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Fenced yard
Gas 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
Golf
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)
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 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 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 near the beach, this vacation home is in South Beach, a neighborhood in Tybee Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tybee Island Beach and Coligny Beach. Tybee Arts Center and Tybee Island Marine Science Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours. Visit our Tybee Island travel guide
Is Whelk Come Inn | Charming Cottage, Near 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 Whelk Come Inn | Charming Cottage, Near Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Whelk Come Inn | Charming Cottage, Near Beach!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Whelk Come Inn | Charming Cottage, Near Beach! located?
Located in South Beach, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Tybee Island Beach, Back River Beach, and South Beach. Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion and Mid Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Whelk Come Inn | Charming Cottage, Near Beach! Reviews
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Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
This was a great rental. The location was ideal, as I did not have a car. Was convenient and quiet. The house is a nice beach house, with a good layout as well.
The only thing wrong with our stay was that it wasn’t longer! The home was in a fantastic area, within walking distance to the beach and the strip! The home was clean, cozy, welcoming and just perfect for our family. We will definitely be reserving another trip at the Whelk Come Inn in Tybee!
Perfectly appointed and adorable bungalow. Side yard with patio, grill and separate laundry/bathroom-house added to the space. Wonderful kitchen area. The owners thought of everything to make this place perfect for a week at the beach!
This is an amazingly comfortable house with a fantastic kitchen! This allowed us to easily cook a meal or two & make use of the grill & back patio.
We were pleasantly surprised by some of the unexpected extras- beach chairs, body boards, and cooler for a day trip to the beach at Tybee!
The location near Forsyth Park was nice for morning & evening walks. Easily walkable to dining, shopping, & church. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Julie McBrayer K.
Mar 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Good stay bad floor in bathroom.
Floor in bathroom is very weak and cracking around toilet. Needs work now. Looks like it .has been painted over to conceal bad wood. Everything else was very good for the price paid would stay here again if that was tepaired.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Katelin M.
Mar 27, 2025
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Quaint But Needs An Update
Check in was easy, even though we were reached out to the day after about our place being ready via text. The layout itself is a bit odd, but it didn’t bother us. The bathroom in the floor is very very weak, and needs replacing immediately. I did reach out to the rental agency. It looks painted over and the paint is already weathering away. Husband spotted a nail popped up in the bathroom as well. We wore shoes when we ventured in that room. The bunkbeds were a hit with our kids. Some of our linens did have some yellow permanent staining but you could tell they had been laundered. Location was awesome, we walked to the beach most of the time but to get around town we rented from the golf cart pros. One of the cabinets glass windows were missing in the kitchen. There’s a keurig, silverware, cups, etc. The home is on a small lot and we could see our neighbors very closely when they mowed. I wish there was a curtain on the front door window for privacy. The neighborhood is quiet during the day. I do think there should be an handrail on the steps for older visitors. We received a nice welcome tote from the rental agency. Overall, this place is very promising and has the basics of what you need. A place to stay (for singles, couples, or small family) for a couple of nights for a great price. It has a lot of potential and I loved the vintage aspects. It just needs a little updating and TLC.
Cute historical home. It was comfortable, clean and just the right size for 2 to 4. It is located at a wonderful spot to access the beach, AJ's for a sunset and fresh seafood and the shops and pier.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review
8/10 Good
Eric W.
May 30, 2025
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
3rd time
We love this cottage, it was our third time there. It wasn't as clean this time, and we reported some damage we found.
Everything about this house is super cute- so clean, vintage style, all in family, including teenagers, absolutely loved their stay here.
The “shed” holds the washer/dryer and also has a toilet and shower that my husband used. It was so handy having that extra space.
Small yard and patio perfect for playing games and eating/grilling outside.
Location was perfect for walking to beach and restaurants. Nice, quiet street.
Will definitely stay here again :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Laura P.
Aug 10, 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
A little too "rustic" for the price
This home is very old and outdated, was not clean at all upon arrival. Bad smell the whole time. It's dark and closed floor plan with unfinished concrete floors. Mosquitos were flying around in the home the whole trip. We got eaten alive even though we made sure to close the doors quickly.
This property was even better than advertised. The kitchen and overall space was perfect for families with small children and the outside shower and laundry facilities were so nice! Would definitely stay again.
The house is really old but very clean. The beds were comfortable with nice tvs to watch. There is missing curtains and neighbors can see in the house. You cannot turn the ac lower than 70 so running the fans is a must. The sink and shower back up in use so you need to use each quickly. It was nice to have a shower outside and plenty of towels, so everyone could rinse off before entering the house. I loved that we were walking distance to the beach and to town. This is a true beach house. We would rent it again
Walking distance to the beach and off street parking! A vintage cottage with tons of charm and very comfortable surroundings. Well stocked kitchen and lovely outdoor space.
I absolutely loved this place. I will be honest, it is not going to be for everyone. It is updated, but an old cottage. So if you're used to the Marriott or something like that, it may not be your cup of tea. But the charm is exactly what I loved about it. It reminded me of my grandmother and great-aunt's home with the hardwood floors and old school metal door knobs. It is clean and cozy and the kids loved the bunk beds. The location is awesome. It's 1 1/2 blocks from 3 separate boardwalks. One to the Atlantic, one where the Atlantic meets the inlet and one on the inlet. There are restaurants and shops within walking distance. We would definitely stay again!
We had a great time at this cozy house. It was easy walking distance to the beach, convenience store, restaurants, and coffee shop, and the house is clean and comfortable and adorable. Look forward to staying again next time we're in Tybee!
Fantastic stay on tybee. The house is well located close to shops bars restaurants and the beach. We’ll maintained and fully equipped house. Perfect weekend getaway.