Quiet North End Duplex! Pet Friendly! Beach Access!
- Minimum stay:N/A
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Accommodations: Enlisted Men’s Mess Hall & Screened Inn (Duplex) 2 bedrooms in Enlisted Men’s Mess Hall and 3 bedrooms in Screened Inn. 2 bathrooms in Enlisted Men’s Mess Hall and 2.5 bathrooms in Screened Inn (see description). Enlisted Men’s Mess Hall sleeps 4 and Screened Inn sleeps 7. 1 queen bed and 2 twin beds in Enlisted Men's Mess Hall and 2 queen beds and 3 twin beds in Screened Inn.
Note: Enlisted Men’s Mess Hall and Screened Inn are connected as in a duplex apartment situation. You can rent and stay in only one side or rent both sides if you have a large family gathering or multi-family vacation. These are two completely separate rental properties. They have separate huge screened porches and separate fenced yards.
Welcome!
Surrounded by a fenced-in yard with the island's largest eucalyptus tree, large palms and live oaks, this duplex (Enlisted Men’s Mess Hall and Screened Inn) welcomes you to Tybee Island's quiet north end! Located directly behind Officers' Row, this quiet part of Tybee is close to the lighthouse and North Beach. Layla Palmer of The Lettered Cottage has completely re-decorated this amazing duplex! Guests will enjoy art from local artists, vintage, handpicked treasures from estate sales in Savannah and Tybee, comfy furniture and a wonderful, extra-large screened-in porch for morning coffee and evening drinks! (Each side of the duplex offers separate screened porches and separate fenced-in yards). This property would be perfect for multi-family vacations or family reunions!
Pet Friendly
Enlisted Men’s Mess Hall side of the duplex is pet-friendly, so don't leave them behind! You can enjoy your vacation with your pup as you stroll through Tybee's Officers' Row, lighthouse, North Beach, shops and restaurants all within walking distance to the duplex. Your furry friends can enjoy complimentary Beach Bum Dog Biscuits.
Note: Screened Inn side of the duplex is NOT PET FRIENDLY.
Our Historic Duplex:
Both sides of his gorgeous, historic duplex were professionally decorated by Layla Palmer of The Lettered Cottage. Both sides of this duplex offer tall ceilings with ceiling fans and extra large windows allowing tons of natural light to pour in. One of the best and most enjoyed perks of this duplex is the wonderful, huge, wraparound screened porch! This is the perfect place to sit in the morning as you enjoy your Mermaid Cottages Morning Bliss coffee! The duplex also offers off-street complimentary parking. Each side of the duplex offers its own, separate screened in porch and separate fenced-in yard.
Stay as connected as you like with our high-speed internet access & WiFi or just relax and let the world pass you by (on that awesome porch!)
Enjoy fully-equipped kitchens complete with everything you need without ever leaving home. Cook wonderful dishes and meals for family reunions, multi-family holiday vacations or just a quiet dinner for two; whatever you desire!
Duplex details:
Enlisted Men’s Mess Hall
*2 bedrooms/2 full baths with lots of cottage character & detail
*kitchen is fully equipped - no dishwasher in Enlisted Men's Mess Hall
*complimentary Mermaid Cottages Morning Bliss Coffee
*Indoor dining room to seat 4 people
*Huge, wraparound screened porch
*complimentary off-street parking
*fenced yard
*pet friendly
Screened Inn
*3 bedrooms/2.5 baths with lots of cottage character & detail (Recent renovations allow this cottage to now offer 2 full baths and an additional 1/2 bath; yet another unique feature of this duplex!)
*kitchen is fully equipped including dishwasher in Screened Inn
*complimentary Mermaid Cottages Morning Bliss Coffee
*Indoor dining room to seat 7 people
*Huge, wraparound screened porch
*complimentary off-street parking
*fenced yard
*NO PETS
Other Important Features of our duplex:
*Free WiFi
*Duplex is ground level with just a few steps to the front door
*100% cotton sheets
*Hair dryer, soap, shampoo, paper towels/toilet tissue
*laundry & dishwashing detergent
*We clean with only 'green' products
*Original art from amazing local & regional artists - we love to support our local art scene!
*Comfy outdoor seating on the wraparound screened porch
History:
History buffs will especially enjoy Enlisted Men’s Mess Hall/Screened Inn duplex. It was originally built as one of 3 mess halls for Fort Screven and has a colorful history including time as a boarding house.
Location:
This duplex is located on Tybee Island's quiet north end and is within walking distance to the historic Officers' Row, Tybee lighthouse, North Beach, restaurants and shops.
Why should you stay with us?
This is a historic Tybee duplex where you find your own excitement & relaxation - exploring the lighthouse and North Beach, enjoying Mermaid Cottages' Morning Bliss coffee and evening drinks on the wraparound screened porch, exploring Tybee Island and all it has to offer, taking a beach ecology tour, or relaxing with a good book; this is what Enlisted Men’s Mess Hall & Screened Inn is all about!
We sincerely hope you enjoy this property as much as we do!
ENLISTED MEN'S MESS HALL ONLY: Mermaid Cottages is proud to sponsor a guide/service dog puppy each year (we have sponsored 7 dogs!) These service dogs give the invaluable gift of more productive, more independent lives to their owners. Our pet-friendly homes feature complimentary Beach Bum Dog Biscuits for your furry friend’s enjoyment! These wonderful treats are organic, peanut-butter based and made especially for us.
We support Sea Turtles in Georgia and around the world. The Tybee Sea Turtle Project has been working very hard to increase the number of loggerhead sea turtle nests. 2012 was a record-breaking year in large part because of our successful 'Lights Out For Sea Turtles' education we've helped sponsor. All our homes feature a starter supply of Mermaid Morning Bliss coffee which supports the sea turtle projects. This coffee is 100% organic Columbian craft-brewed coffee; again, created just for us!
NO SURPRISES HERE! Our cottage is professionally cleaned and managed by one of the top management companies on Tybee Island with 24/7 customer service.
Key words:
Historic Tybee Island duplex, pet-friendly, WiFi, Layla Palmer-decorated duplex, quiet, one level.
Property Type
- Cottage
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
Bedrooms
- 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 11, Beds for 11
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 3
- Bedroom 4
- Bedroom 5
Bathrooms
- 4.0 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom 2
- Bathroom 3
- Bathroom 4
Kitchen & Dining
- Microwave
- Cooking Utensils
- Refrigerator
Amenities
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- CD Player
Communications
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
Activities
- Museums
- Sailing
- Surfing
- Kayaking
- Fishing
- Wind-Surfing
- Cycling
- Swimming
- Jet Skiing
- Fitness Center
- Shopping
- Wildlife Viewing
- Shelling
- Antiquing
- Boating
- Live Theater
- Restaurants
- Sight Seeing
- Water Skiing
Other Activities
Reviews
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Screened Inn a must!
Guest comment entered by ownerScreened Inn a must!
- Guest Tony
- Date of stay 04/06/13
- Review Submitted 05/07/13
The Screened Inn was a perfectly decorated and well stocked beach cottage! We had never been to Tybee so didn't know much about locations, but this was perfect for us--our 3 boys loved the park and went daily to play baseball and soccer. The trek to the beach was pretty easy (we are used to staying on a beach, but had alot of fun biking this time on the tree lined streets). We also loved being close to the lighthouse, the tour was neat! We will definitely be back!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Our Stay - Enlisted Men's Mess Hall
Guest comment entered by ownerOur Stay - Enlisted Men's Mess Hall
- Guest Sharon
- Date of stay 04/17/13
- Review Submitted 04/26/13
We had a great time at the Mess Hall. We expect to be at the Mess Hall on our next visit. The area was very quiet and convenient to the beach. Thank you.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Excellent Time on Tybee Island! EMMH
Guest comment entered by ownerExcellent Time on Tybee Island! EMMH
- Guest Terri
- Date of stay 04/09/13
- Review Submitted 04/15/13
The Enlisted Men's Mess Hall exceeded my expectations. The location was perfect for getting to the beach. The cottage was so beautifully done to show the history of the time period. The pet friendliness was super as well. Dutch loved being able to run in one door out the other and make a return trip after a run in the yard. My friend and I were so pleased with our stay. The Mermaids were so easy to work with. The first cottage I had made a reservation became unavailable and I was give an up-grade to Enlisted Men's Mess Hall. I am so glad the first one was not available. Love Love Love this cottage and planning another trip.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Mermaid Cottage - Screened Inn
Guest comment entered by ownerMermaid Cottage - Screened Inn
- Guest Susan
- Date of stay 03/23/13
- Review Submitted 04/10/13
The cottage could not have been more charming, it was very cozy, clean and comfortable.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Serene at Screened Inn
Guest comment entered by ownerSerene at Screened Inn
- Guest Robert
- Date of stay 04/01/13
- Review Submitted 04/10/13
We recognized the Screened Inn long before we arrived, and Tybee Island soon became our friend. Quirky vintage echoes of Grandmother's house, the lake cabin growing up, our 1930s first married home - all there at the Screened Inn. Finding the magical path to the sea, the bird sanctuary beyond the jetties, the Jamaican grill, and the lovely lighthouse illuminating our walks home, the angel in the window with the peace sign at the neighbor's, hopping onto the bike path 'round the park - all "ahh" moments. And the main thing was the screened porch....It was just what we were looking for, and found. Thank you, Mermaids!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Screened Inn
Guest comment entered by ownerScreened Inn
- Guest Penny
- Date of stay 03/25/13
- Review Submitted 04/10/13
Just loved the Screened Inn on Tybee Island. The cottage was clean and beautifully decorated and we felt at home immediately. We really liked the location, it was quiet at night and a short walk from the beach, the lighthouse and of course our favorite hangout...The North Beach Bar & Grill. Can't wait to come back!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Perfectly Imperfect - Screened Inn
Guest comment entered by ownerPerfectly Imperfect - Screened Inn
- Guest David
- Date of stay 03/15/13
- Review Submitted 04/10/13
Cottage was totally charming . . . authentic period piece with lots of vintage touches; it worked perfectly for our party of four adults and three kids under 5.5 years old. Photos convey some of the charm, but it's even better in person. Location was wonderful for us . . . quiet and close to the beach. One word of warning: do NOT try to rent it during Spring Break . . . my wife thinks SHE should get it then in perpetuity.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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What a wonderful step back in time! - EMMH
Guest comment entered by ownerWhat a wonderful step back in time! - EMMH
- Guest Lori
- Date of stay 03/31/13
- Review Submitted 04/10/13
My husband and I just loved that quaint cottage. It was beyond our expectations as it was so clean and had everything we needed. We are already planning to return.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Wow! - Enlisted Men's Mess Hall
Guest comment entered by ownerWow! - Enlisted Men's Mess Hall
- Guest Christine
- Date of stay 03/17/13
- Review Submitted 04/10/13
We were delighted with the Men's Mess Hall. The accommodations were wonderful, pleasant, and had a relaxing calm about it. We had wonderful family time which was really important at this time in our lives as our 2 children will soon be going separate directions. We're already talking about a "reunion" in 2 years and my husband and I would like to plan a get away just for the 2 of us next year.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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vacation - Enlisted Men's Mess Hall
Guest comment entered by ownervacation - Enlisted Men's Mess Hall
- Guest Amanda
- Date of stay 02/04/13
- Review Submitted 03/05/13
Thank you so much for the wonderful stay. I had just gotten home for a visit from afghanistan and was able to take my mom on a girls vacation. We both loved it and look forward to future stays. Keep up the good work!!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
Rates
Enlisted Men's Mess Hall rental rate: $175 nightly/$1225 weekly Screened Inn rental rate $195 nightly/$1365 weekly We offer 5% discount for AARP, AAA, Educator and Military 13% hotel/motel tax $100 pet fee for up to 2 pets (Enlisted Men's Mess Hall ONLY!) $100 housekeeping fee for Enlisted Men's Mess Hall $125 housekeeping fee for Screened Inn $65 reservation/damage waiver fee
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
This owner accepts: Credit cards.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Calendar
Sorry this information is not available. Please contact the owner/manager for more information.
Location
Owner info
Why the Owner Chose Tybee Island:
Tybee holds so many good memories for me. I grew up in Savannah and, in my teenage years, spent every spring and summer weekend at Tybee (then called Savannah Beach). One of my mother's best friends lived in Fort Screven and we visited with her family often. I loved the old homes (large and small), the big porches, the mossy trees and the relaxed beach life.
I fell in love with Screened Inn before I ever saw it in person. I happened upon Layla and Kevin Palmer's blog and video of its renovation and called to arrange to see it.
The Unique Benefits at this Cottage:
I love the old hardwood floors, the sense of history in the house and its peaceful location.
Contact us
- Primary: 912-658-1550
- Secondary: 912-655-6525
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Photos
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Enlisted Men's Mess Hall - fenced yard and huge wraparound screened porch
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Enlisted Men's Mess Hall - beautiful, bright cheerful porch!
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Another view of liviing area - Enlisted Mens' Mess Hall
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Enlisted Men's Mess Hall - dining with seating for 4
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Enlisted Men's Mess Hall - 2nd bedroom; twin beds; very spacious and bright!
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Enlisted Men's Mess Hall - one of the 2 bathrooms; bright and beachy!
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Enlisted Mens' Mess Hall - Complimentary Beach Bum Dog Biscuits!
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Screened Inn - living area with plenty of seating and lots of room for families!
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Details in living area - Screened Inn
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Screened Inn - second bedroom with 2 twin beds - perfect for kids!
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Screened Inn - twin bed located in the 3rd bedroom along with queen bed
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Screened Inn - a second bathroom
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Enlisted Men's Mess Hall - beautiful, bright cheerful porch - comfy seating!
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Enlisted Men's Mess Hall - Spacious living area with lots of natural light
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Enlisted Men's Mess Hall kitchen
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Enlisted Men's Mess Hall - queen bed with 100% cotton linens; comfy and relaxing
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Another view of the second Bedroom at Enlisted Mens' Mess Hall - 2 twin beds.
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Second Bathroom - Enlisted Mens' Mess Hall
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Screened Inn - kitchen and dining area
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Another view of living area - Screened Inn
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Screened Inn - first bedroom - queen bed - 100% cotton linens - very comfy!
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Screened Inn - 3rd bedroom with another comfy queen bed and a twin bed!
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Screened Inn - one of the bathrooms; this part of the duplex has 2.5 baths
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Enjoy Mermaid Morning Bliss Coffee at Enlisted Mens' Mess Hall & Screened Inn!
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