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Savannah Whitemarsh Island Cottage on Private Riverfront Estate with Dock

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Relax on the dock with a view of the serene landscape beyond.
Relax in a stylish space with a wooden staircase, comfortable seating area, and beautiful artwork.
Rest in comfort on a four-poster bed with a nautical-themed bedspread, accompanied by a bedside table and chair.
Enjoy cooking and dining in this well-equipped kitchen with a spacious island, stove, oven, and sink.
Relax in this inviting living room with a comfortable sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 293 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Savannah Whitemarsh Island Cottage on Private Riverfront Estate with Dock

Mid-century Guest House Cottage on approximately 3-acre riverfront estate with access to a private dock on deep water for guests.

The “Boathouse” in its entirety has been rehabilitated with stunning, high-end appointments throughout boasting a deluxe master bedroom with en-suite bathroom upstairs; living room, modern kitchen and one-half bathroom downstairs. Outside areas include upstairs deck and downstairs patio, covered and uncovered.

Spend your time while visiting this gorgeous property by taking a stroll over the grounds, walking past the main house to the deep water dock. Observe the sea birds and wildlife or leisurely sit on the upstairs deck to watch the sun set through the old majestic oak trees. It’s truly magical!

This riverfront estate is only 10 minutes to historic downtown Savannah and 15 minutes to Tybee Island Beach. Stay in this perfect setting for your vacation, honeymoon, romantic get-away or business trip.

Property manager

Brian & Patsi

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed "outside ONLY"

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: Not Suitable for children

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 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 and a deadbolt lock
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

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
GA, Savannah

What's nearby

  • River Street - 8 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Savannah State University - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Savannah College of Art and Design - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Bonaventure Cemetery - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Forsyth Park - 10 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 16 min drive
  • Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Super Tastes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Desposito's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Yo Basil's On Wilmington Island - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Savannah Whitemarsh Island Cottage on Private Riverfront Estate with Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Savannah Whitemarsh Island Cottage on Private Riverfront Estate with Dock ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Savannah Whitemarsh Island Cottage on Private Riverfront Estate with Dock ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Savannah Whitemarsh Island Cottage on Private Riverfront Estate with Dock located?

Situated in Savannah, this cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Oatland Island Wildlife Center and within 6 mi (10 km) of River Street and Savannah Bend Marina. Old Fort Jackson and Tybee National Wildlife Refuge are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Savannah Whitemarsh Island Cottage on Private Riverfront Estate with Dock Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 304 out of 308 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 308 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 308 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 308 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 308 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lillian C.

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

A Beautiful and Peaceful Getaway

Brian and Patti were great hosts and made our stay so easy. The property is absolutely gorgeous, and the
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie R.

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

Anniversary getaway

Awesome accommodations, and owners. Perfect location for a quiet relaxing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

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

Excellent stay!

Beautiful and cozy home to stay in. Very clean and the bed was very comfortable. Property is very nice and convenient location. Enjoyed eating breakfast outside in the morning and listening to all of the birds singing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

deb s.

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

Low country at its finest

First class accommodations on all fronts. Our hosts have done a great job.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sadie M.

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

Boathouse Review

Excellent house and hosts! Felt very welcomed and comfortable. The hosts are very quick to respond to any questions which was greatly appreciated. 10/10 stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie D.

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

Lovely boathouse!

My husband and I stayed here for 2 nights while vacationing in Savannah. It is a lovely house, very clean, neat and organized. My husband really loved the stereo and sound system. :) Google maps will not get you there so we are thankful for the hosts clear instructions on how to find the place. Great place to get away outside the city, but still very close to Savannah and the surrounding areas including Tybee. Highly recommend staying here. Perfect for a getaway for 2.
Beautiful bedroom! It was spacious, comfortable and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn K.

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

So Pampered!

From the moment we entered the home to softly playing jazz music and cozy lighting, we felt pampered, cozy, and comfortable. Impeccably clean and tastefully decorated! This spot was perfectly located between Savannah and Tybee Island in order to enjoy both. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda A.

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

Peaceful and Relaxing

Had a relaxing weekend at this beautiful boathouse. Bed was comfortable. Place was beautiful and super clean. House is hidden away in lush landscape offering a great secluded and private feeling. It's close to many restaurants and stores so you don't have to go into the bigger city area if you don't want to. My only disappointment was that I expected to have a view of the water from the balcony. The listing did not say that so that was my fault. Private dock is only a short walk from the boathouse. Loved it. Will likely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor R.

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

Perfect for a couples

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy A.

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

Boat House

Great location, super cute, very clean, only issue we had was we wanted to kayak however owner had put them away for the season. We were looking forward to kayaking the water ways, being from Minnesota we are very use to kayaking in cooler weather. Other than that we had a great time.cooler
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed at this property in October. The cottage was absolutely beautiful and maybe the cleanest property I have ever stayed at. Location was private, quiet but still not far from dining and shopping. Hosts were awesome! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Picture Perfect

The Boathouse was the best find for our 5 day getaway. Peaceful and private setting, yet minutes from the hustle and bustle of old Savannah. The entire stay from booking to leaving was perfect. Only wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray D.

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

Savannah October

We absolutely fell in love with the Boathouse! One of the cleanest and most charming places we have stayed. Perfect location for those that like beautiful scenery outside the city but a short drive or uber into downtown. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Staci B.

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

Amazing beautiful two story little cottage !!

Impeccably clean and beautiful! Hosts were immediate to reply to messages even before we arrrived! Great area right between historic district and tybee beach!! Would come back in a second!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

andy m.

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

Wonderful

Perfect getaway. Nothing missing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick L.

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

Great place

This house was very clean and well thought out, has a great location and the property owners were great to communicate with. We had a great trip to the area and enjoyed this house thoroughly.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Relaxing

Our stay was quite peaceful! Highly recommend visiting Savannah. This property was close to everything we wanted to do but gave the seclusion we wanted to truly relax and unwind!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathi S.

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

Outstanding stay at the Boathouse

From the moment we walked in the door until our final day, everything at the Boathouse was perfect. The furnishings were beautiful, the bed was so comfortable, the bathroom was amazing, and the kitchen was better well equipped than mine. We spent most evenings on the dock which the owners graciously allow their guests to use. Speaking of the owners, Brian and Patsie were so nice and quickly got back to us when we had a question. We were so glad we found this adorable Boathouse and hope to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veri E.

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

Beautiful property and very private!!

Love this place!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

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

The Boathouse Cottage

We loved our stay at this charming cottage and beautiful property. Conveniently located between Savannah and Tybee Island made for so many adventures. Brian and Patsi Smith were great host.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

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

Peaceful & Quiet Location

This is our 3rd time staying at the Cottage on Whitemarsh Island and we've loved it every time! Very peaceful & quiet location and convenient to Tybee Beach and Savannah. Brian & Patsi are wonderful hosts and easy to work with. We'll probably stay here again, should we ever be back to Savannah!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marvin B.

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

Dream stay

3 days not enough
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F., Lake butler, fl

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

Place was amazing, quite little place close to down town savannah. Perfect location for bike rides

The host was super friendly and check in was a breeze. Me and my really enjoyed our quite stay only minutes from downtown.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Great Place

Great quiet house, 10 minutes from Savanah and 10 minutes from Tybee Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristie S.

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

Savannah locals had a blast!

We live in Savannah about 5 minutes down the road from The Boathouse. We stayed for 3 nights for my wife's 40th birthday "staycation" and kept the boat at the dock during our trip. We had an amazing time and will be back again next year. Everything was just perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024