Sandpiper Cottage with easy beach access, landscaped grounds, private pool
Location: Gulf Beaches, St. George Island, Florida Main North West, Florida North West, Florida, USA (70 Miles South of Tallahassee Florida Regional Airport) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Sleeping Porch, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-8)
**Book Now for Late Summer & Early Fall Discounts**
Early Booking Rates for 2010
Beautiful, unobstructed view of the Gulf of Mexico. Comfortable, private home, ranch style home, (three steps up) with delightful, updated and well kept interior. This popular rental has Lush landscaping, Butterfly Garden, and Private Pool. Wrap Sundeck is perfect for sunning, bird watching, and afternoon dining. Kitchen, decks, and sunporch affords excellent view of Gulf of Mexico. Sunporch is a great place to read the paper, a good book, and have that morning cup of of coffee.
Futon and day bed are available for guests.
Island bike path crosses rear of property and is convenient for walking pets, jogging, biking, & island site seeing etc.
Kitchen is furnished with everything you could possibly need to cook up fresh Florida Seafood. Cookbooks and menus from local restaurants in Home Notebook.
Wireless Internet Access.
Pets Allowed. 2 Pets Maximum.
Please visit our online Guest Book to see what everyone has to say about Sandpiper Cottage. The guest book is a great way to find out what everyone else has enjoyed doing while visiting the island.
In 2008 the National Trust for Historic Preservation named Apalachicola as a Distinctive Destination-Architecture, beautiful antebellum homes, a true working waterfront are some of the reasons for this award. Only 8 miles away, Apalachicola is a great day trip-only 2 other Florida cities share this destinction, Key West and Fernandina Beach. Shopping, eating, and touring the historic district of old Florida.
Visit the State Park on St George for fishing, shelling, and picnics.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: 2 sets of towels per person, privately cleaned, beds made, all linens provided.
- Off Street Parking: generous parking available
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: RVs, Boats, & Trailer allowed.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : Trundle bed/daybed in family room
- Convertible Bed: Futon on Sunporch.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (3)
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Pool: Property and pool nicely landscaped for privacy with 4 poolside lounge chairs, poolside dining table, additional dining table on sundeck. Deck Umbrella. Pool Heated for a fee-$250. per week or prorated-special rates for longer/ shorter visits
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Well Equipped Kitchen is open to Family room.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Heavy duty pots and pans, knife block, variety of utensils, barware, Fiesta Ware dinnerware, Cuisinart Flatware, 2 coffee makers, toaster, electric fryer, slow cooker, festive serving dishes, and variety of baking dishes.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Wrap Sundeck with dining table, umbrella, and additional seating. Great place for star gazing. Sundeck overlooks private pool and additional decks.
- View/Location
- Beach View: Unobstructed View, 1st Tier Property.
- Ocean View: 1st Tier Property with an unobstructed view of the Gulf of Mexico.
- Communications
- Telephone (3)
- Free Long Distance
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- 4 Lounge Chairs, 2 Outdoor Dining Tables w/ Umbrella, Very nice Fish Cleaning Sink on Property, 3 Phones, 4 Ceiling Fans, Answering Machine, Linens Always Provided(2 sets per person), Electric Air Pump for floats and bikes*, Beach Chairs and Umbrella, High Speed Internet available, Pool can be heated for a fee, *Bikes and Floats not provided, but occasionally there will be floats left from previous guests. Located 3 blocks from commercial area.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Pet friendly-but please obey leash laws and pickup after your pet. Wrap deck has locking gates for children and pets.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 25
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- State Parks, Day Trips, Deep Sea Fishing, Bay Fishing, Rent Bikes, Scooters, Golfcarts, Golf at St James Bay-approx 25 to 30 minutes east on Hwy 98 www.stjamesbay.com or Port St. Joe Country Club.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
High Season-$2229.weekly this rate includes fees,taxes,cleaning,linens,trip insur
Mid Season-$1597. weekly rate includes fees,taxes,cleaning,linens,trip insurance
Low Season-$1275. weekly rate includes fees,taxes,cleaning,linens,trip insurance
*3 night minimum during mid or low season-contact for rates
*Sunday turn day for high season-flexible the remainder of the year.
*Seasons vary, please contact owner for rates and specials.
*Holiday Rates typically fall into the High or Mid Season rate.
*Monthly Rates available by request.50% deposit required within 10 days of booking
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Sandpiper Cottage... Your Island Home Away from Home
Year Purchased: 2001
Why the Owner Chose Gulf Beaches
Growing up on the Georgia coast a beach town was not a place with resorts and high rise condos. It was a place where you could hop on your bike and not worry about being mowed over by traffic. We spent many years exploring coastal towns from Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, and even California. Our current home is in the Metro Atlanta area, we were looking for a quiet place to get away. The late Celestine Sibley, a long time writer for the Atlanta Journal Constitution, on occasion would write of her travels to her 2nd home on Dog Island Florida in the Gulf of Mexico. Her writings intrigued us and that is how we found The Forgotten Coast. Finally a place to getaway, to leave your worries behind, and at one time, a place where our cell phones could not get a signal.
How great was that!
The Unique Benefits at this House
Sandpiper Cottage is on a corner lot, it is positioned across from a beach right of way that cannot be built upon.
You walk out the door, down the walkway, cross the street and you are on the dune walkover. There is not a home to our right, left, or behind Sandpiper. The island bike path conveniently crosses the rear of our property-it is great for walking pets, early morning runs, and of course sight seeing on your bike. If you don't bring your bike, you can always rent one while on the island.
If you get a chance, during your visit, check out the sunsets on the west end of the island, on the bay side.
A pretty town, spend a day- check out the beautiful old homes, the working waterfront, great little shops, and try a different restaurant everyday. You won't be disappointed.
Owner's Map of Gulf Beaches
Sandpiper Cottage was built in the early 1970s by 2 brothers to share with their growing families.
The door frame to the laundry room has the names, dates, and heights of all of their children. When we purchased Sandpiper our children's info was also added, along with a few of our 4-legged family members. Their family continues to travel to St. George Island and we are honored that they still stay in Sandpiper when they visit.
Our family purchased Sandpiper Cottage in 2001, we have had fun making Sandpiper Cottage our own.
The pool and landscape was the first large project we tackled.
When we purchased the cottage, I could not wait for the day I could change the outside color from
that "crazy pink" to a more subdued color. However, that day came in 2008 and we just could not make ourselves change the color, in fact, we chose a color called Caribbean Coral-we always tell folks to look for the pink house with a green roof on East 5th!
We consider Sandpiper Cottage a true Florida cottage, and unfortunately there are few of these
homes left. But don't let the age fool you, all of the systems have been replaced, along with
new ductwork, flooring, furniture(inside & out), and of course paint.
Property Photos
- Sandpiper Cottage with easy beach access, landscaped grounds, private pool - St. George Island, FL - Florida Vacation Rental
- Sandpiper Cottage, Corner Property with direct access to Beach and Walkover - St. George Island, FL - Florida Vacation Rental
- Lush landscape surrounds private pool with view of Gulf of Mexico - St. George Island, FL - Florida Vacation Rental
- Wrap Deck -Gulf View
- Family Room Opens To Kitchen with Breakfast Bar and Dining Table
- Sitting Area in Family Room
- Family room is open to kitchen and all windows have a great ocean view!
- Dining Area, Opens to Family Room
- East bedroom, the laundry room is accessible from this room.
- West Bedroom
- Sunroom with Gulf View
- Wrap Deck Overlooks Pool and Butterfly Garden
- Walkway to Beach
- Dune Walkover
- Quiet, Pet Friendly Beach
- Evening View
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this is my third time here to Sandpiper and definitely not the last! I always feel at home here. Many fun and sweet memories had here. and I know it will alwasy be that way here. From the crabs we hand in the pool to the rain on the sunny morning we left, we'll be looking forward to next time. Brittany
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We had another wonderful stay at Sandpiper Cottage on SGI, 3 weeks is so relaxing. it was fun climbing up inside the lighthouse, great views. Both of our dogs love it here! Our older one(13 yrs) probably won't be down again, but he made the most of his time here. The weather was wonderful and we had very little rain. We meet so many interesting people (& dogs) at the beach some aren't far from where we live. Looking forward t another great time next year, Marty & Jan McFarland Alex and Skylar
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Thank you for all for a wonderful week stayat your wonderful Sandpiper Cottage. This was our 2nd stay at Sandpiper and we so enjoyed our stay. We really enjoyed the outside shower addition this time. We were lucky to have Sunny, hot weather the entrie week. We did have 1 strong storm one evening and it was sort of exciting. We enjoyed a visit up the Lighthouse, fishing on the bay, the state park, the Orman House and the Veterans Exhibit in downtown Apalachicola and Eastpoint. We had nice meals at The Blue Parrot, BJs, The Hut, Boss Oyster, and El Jalisco. We purchased fantastic meats at the Island Market place, Loved the Smoked Tuna dip and awesome steaks and Boars Head meats and cheeses. We adore peaceful St George Island and the surronding areas. We are so very thankful to spend this week here making lasting family memories. thank you for sharing your beautiful home with our family a second time. We are looking forward to our next visit. See you next year. God Bless, Corey, Rebecca, Ben, & Bailey
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We had a great time in the pool and the beach. Loved chasing crabs at night on the beach. Our 3 year old, Daytona, loved playing in the sand. It worked out perfect for all my grand kids with the beach so close and a pool to get away from the sand. Thanks so much, Brenda and Family
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We had another wonderful week here in this cozy cottage. It was so relaxing. Wish we could slow down time or fast forward to next year. Our 4 yr old grandson calls it his "Beach House" lol He did much better in the pool and enjoyed the ocean more this year. My wife wants me to book next year before we leave! Thanks for everything we'll see you next year. Bart, Donna and Jake & Max the Yorkie
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We sure have enjoyed our vacation even the rain. We have the peace and quiet of the cottage. Feels like home and we have enjoyed every minute to the max. Thank you so much for sharing it with us, Mildred and daughters
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What a wonderful place!! The cottage was lovely and the yard is absolutely wonderful. Best grounds in town. Everything here is so convenient-near the beach, our own pool, and lovely surroundings. We were in paradise. We will definitely be back. Could not have ask for a better vacation. Bill and Sandy
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We really enjoyed out stay-loved the pool. Phyllis Woolsey Becky and Don Marianne, Blake, and Macon
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A wonderful time was had by all-wish we could stay longer and hope t come again. Deb, Joe, and Sue
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Thank you for sharing your home. We came knowing we had 3 nights of storms ahead but rain at the island always beats rain at home! Friday was beautiful and we were able to enjoy the pool. Our 6 year old is a water bug. The yard is beautiful and about to be in full bloom. We were comfortable here and it does feel like home away from home. As a token of our thanks the little sandpiper on the desk is here to greet future guests. Thanks again for the hospitality, Mark, Michelle, Nicholas and Molly & Daisy