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Ocean Block/Beach side of Butler Avenue! Steps to Beach & Downtown Tybee!

Cottage with kitchen, steps from Tybee Island Beach

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Welcome to Beach Haven Cottage! Just steps to the 17th St. beach, you're going to love the convenience, location and serenity! ****Click on the Media Tab for this property to view a great interactive floor plan and photo file!****
Great little breakfast nook on the front porch. Come and enjoy some Mermaid Morning Bliss (#MMMBliss) coffee right here!
Plenty of yard to run and play. Also off street parking for 3 cars.
Floor plan
View from our deck/porch towards the front yard.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Tybee Island Beach
  • Place, South Beach
  • Place, Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion
  • Airport, Savannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Ocean Block/Beach side of Butler Avenue! Steps to Beach & Downtown Tybee!

#01187F4
6 17th Street Tybee Island, GA


****CLICK ON THE MEDIA TAB FOR THIS PROPERTY TO VIEW A GREAT INTERACTIVE FLOOR PLAN AND PHOTO FILE!****

NO BEACH TOWELS OR BEACH GEAR PROVIDED

CONTACTLESS CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT

The Mermaids are flipping our tails in excitement over our newest Mermaid Cottage! Beach Haven Cottage is a vintage, historic Tybee family beach cottage with tons of history, character and charm!
This ground level cottage offers 3 bedrooms, 1 sleeping loft, 2 baths and an amazing back deck to relax and enjoy the Tybee beach breezes, cocktails and Mermaid Morning Bliss (MMM Bliss!) coffee!
Beach Haven Cottage is on the beach side of Butler Avenue, so you don't even have to cross the main street; just walk a few steps from your cottage and your toes are in the sand!
Beautifully renovated and recently re-decorated by Tybee Joy, this Mermaid Cottage offers everything you could need to enjoy an awesome Tybee beach getaway: A perfect blend of the vintage and the new, it maintains the vintage pine paneling of historic Tybee cottages while also offering updated furnishings and kitchen that will provide guests with a unique beach stay!
Beach Haven Cottage sleeps eight with two bedrooms with king beds, one bedroom with a queen bed, and one sleeping loft with 2 twin beds (NOTE: THE TWO TWIN BEDS ARE UPSTAIRS IN A LOFT OVERLOOKING THE LIVING ROOM SO IT'S NOT A PRIVATE BEDROOM SITUATION), 2 full bathrooms, a spacious, kitchen which is fully equipped to prepare beach snacks or a full coastal feast to enjoy in the cozy dining room or enjoy dining al fresco out on the deck! Enjoy your complimentary sample of Mermaid Morning Bliss coffee; a special perk for all Mermaid Cottages guests! The glass patio doors open onto a wonderful, spacious deck that offers a great outdoor space to maximize your options for enjoying your time with us on Tybee.
This is a truly special cottage and you will fall in love the moment you walk in! Even from the outside, this cottage exudes charm with the greenery growing up the wall, the deck and the beach just steps will quickly become a favorite Mermaid Cottage!

Note: This is a ground level cottage, but does have interior stairs that lead up to the sleeping loft with the 2 twin beds.
Complimentary off-street parking for 3 cars.
Complimentary WiFi.
Minimum Age Requirement: Must be 25 years of age to rent this property.
PLEASE NOTE: MINIMUM NIGHT STAY REQUIREMENTS WILL APPLY THROUGHOUT THE YEAR INCLUDING HOLIDAYS, SPRING BREAK AND OUR SUMMER SEASON.
Party Pooper Alert:
*NO PARTIES OR EVENTS AT THIS PROPERTY*
Please note: events (weddings, parties, etc.) are NOT allowed in any of our homes. Home occupancy is stated and you cannot have guests over this occupancy limit.


5% Discount for Military, Educators, AAA and AARP
Ask us about Special Off-Season rates!
STVR License #STR2025-0742
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Tybee Island

Located near the beach, this cottage is in South Beach, a neighbourhood in Tybee Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tybee Island Beach and Tybee National Wildlife Refuge, while Tybee Post Theater and Battery Garland are cultural highlights. Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion and Tybee Island Marine Science Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tybee Island, Georgia

What's nearby

  • Tybee Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • South Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Back River Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • North Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 32 min drive
  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fannies On The Beach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pier 16 Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Spanky's Beachside - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wet Willie's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sundae Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Block/Beach side of Butler Avenue! Steps to Beach & Downtown Tybee! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ocean Block/Beach side of Butler Avenue! Steps to Beach & Downtown Tybee!?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Ocean Block/Beach side of Butler Avenue! Steps to Beach & Downtown Tybee!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Block/Beach side of Butler Avenue! Steps to Beach & Downtown Tybee!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Block/Beach side of Butler Avenue! Steps to Beach & Downtown Tybee! located?

Located in South Beach, this cottage is steps away from Tybee Island Beach and South Beach. Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion and Back River Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 95 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great space in the heart of Tybee 3The team was super helpful and checked in to make sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

A Fantastic Cottage!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beach Haven has the perfect location. The cottage is spacious and nicely decorated. This is my third time at Beach Haven, and it is now my family's favorite place to stay. We have rented from Mermaid Cottages for years. I wouldn't rent from any other. Thank you, Diane and Tammy, for everything!
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10/10 Excellent

Cassie B.

Great vacation rental!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house was great! Awesome location, just a few minutes from the beach and a few minutes to restaurants (walking). The house was very spacious and perfect for our group of 8. We would definitely rent this house again!

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

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

excellent location!

We stayed for a long girls weekend and enjoyed every second! Thanks so much for being so accommodating. Will definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobby V.

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

Great getaway!

We enjoyed our stay at Mermaid Cottage. Close to the beach and shops and restaurants. Safe and quiet. Very friendly host and she checked on us multiple times to make sure we are comfortable and if we need anything. Strongly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Loved it!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family loved this location!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha F.

Amazing trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The rental was so close to the beach and we could walk to everything. Our host were amazing and very helpful. I will always stay with them when I come to Tybee!
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Beach Haven rates 5 Stars

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This cottage has it all, accommodations, location, shops, walkable restaurants, parking, (we only drove to the lighthouse) and great customer support. I highly recommend it as a best choice for all reasons above. Thank you for a great experience.
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10/10 Excellent

Geraldine B.

Tybee Island Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My wife and I had a relaxing week staying at this lovely cottage on Tybee Island. The home was comfortable and clean, with attractive furnishings. We enjoyed the short walk to the ocean with beautiful views. We visited nearby Savanah and the many interesting sites and restaurants in this historic city. The home does have a small apartment connected to it, but the residents are quiet. This beach community offers a pleasant atmosphere, and the local sushi restaurant is top notch.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely Home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything about this home was great! Well located, very clean, all the amenities one would need. They also decorated for the holiday which was appreciated. Coffee pot was malfunctioning and they brought a new one later that day. Can’t say enough how caring and professional these ladies are. Highly recommend the Mermaids to everyone!

10/10 Excellent

Jetta B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was wonderful. Location is great! Easy beach access and access to all the great bars and restaurants Tybee has. The host also had great communication during our stay. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane T.

Old Lady Birthday Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was my second stay at this wonderful beach property. It is very clean, very spacious, and the new upgrades have made it even better! I love that is ground level and a very short walk to the beach, shops, and restaurants. It is very well equipped and the beautiful decor makes you feel like you are in a home instead of a rental. Everyone in my party loved the house! Diane Kaufman from Mermaid Cottages went above and beyond to make my 75th Birthday celebration very special! Thank you so much! I look forward to renting this property from Mermaid Cottages again or one of their other properties. They are awesome!

10/10 Excellent

Brandi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The places very clean and so close to the beach. Parking was the only issue we had it was hard to turn a full size around but got easier as we got use to it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

Best time at Beach Haven

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This property is fantastic! So fantastic that we book it every year for the past 5 years. The mermaids are friendly and help when needed even reach out to us if we leave valuables after our stay. It’s close to the beach and has everything you need to cook after you hit up the IGA. Rooms are big and comfortable. The loft area is my kids favorite. You need to book this place if you’re heading to Tybee to get the real experience.

10/10 Excellent

Carey M.

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

Beach Haven

We loved this property and it was perfect for our family! It was very clean and had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable and the bathrooms were great. The location can't be beat, the beach is half a block away and you can walk to restaurants and shops. The porch is great for relaxing with morning coffee or eating outside. We would definitely come back and stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn F.

5 Stars – Magical Stay with Mermaid Cottages on Tybee Island!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay with Mermaid Cottages on Tybee Island was absolutely amazing! From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. The cottage was charming, beautifully decorated, and spotlessly clean—full of thoughtful touches that made it feel warm and welcoming.The location was perfect—just a short stroll to the beach, restaurants, and shops. We spent our mornings enjoying coffee on the porch and our afternoons soaking up the sun and sea breeze. It was the perfect blend of relaxation and coastal charm.What really stood out was the incredible hospitality from the Mermaid Cottages team. They were kind, responsive, and genuinely cared about making our stay special. You can tell they love what they do—and it shows in every detail.This was one of the best vacation rentals we've ever experienced. We can’t wait to return and try another one of their cottages. Highly recommend Mermaid Cottages if you’re heading to Tybee—you won’t be disappointed!
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Girls long weekend at Tybee

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I invited four friends for a long weekend, so I knew I wanted to reserve Beach Haven. It has enough room for all of us and is close to the beach and downtown. And Beach Haven did not disappoint. It was clean and had some updates. Tammy, as usual, was the best at dealing with us. I will continue to rent vacation properties from Mermaid Cottages. And now my friends are believers too.
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10/10 Excellent

D S.

Best stay at Beach Haven

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This cottage was just feet from the beach making it a fabulous location! We arrived to an immaculate cottage that made our stay just perfect! Book this one without hesitation- you’ll love it!

10/10 Excellent

Coach T.

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

Perfect, Quiet Location

The property was more than what we expected. It had everything we needed and more!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

K S.

Special Thanksgiving Memories

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family of 2 grandparents, 2 parents & 4 & 7 year olds loved the close access to the beach! Bedrooms are separated into two sides with the kitchen in the middle. This kitchen was stocked with everything we needed for our week and holiday dinner!The Mermaids were attentive without getting in the way of our stay. LOVE this property!
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

A Prime Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beach Haven is the best cottage location to the beach and downtown area. The cottage is spacious and clean. We will definitely consider renting it again for our next fall's trip. And we finally got to talk to Tammy in person, she's as wonderful as we thought she was. She keeps us renting from Mermaid Cottages!
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8/10 Good

A guest from Greensboro, Georgia

Our Vacation at Tybee Island

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed our vacation house. It was a lovely older home with a well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, fans and air conditioning that worked well and lots of space for the seven of us. We loved all the seating areas. It was just a five minute walk to the beach, shopping, and restaurants. We really enjoyed staying there for the week!
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Great Stay-- Great Location!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home is steps from the beach and the location is perfect to park and forget the car! Ample parking for 4 cars (not on the street, so that's a plus). The two bathrooms are not located in the bedrooms, but there is easy access to each one.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cal G.

Once,again, it was a great stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was the FOURTH time staying at this location. The house is in a great location, plenty of room to accommodate a decent-sized group, and the Mermaid team were all very helpful, professional, friendly, very responsive to questions, and communicated very well. A++ .....We will be booking this one again next summer.
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10/10 Excellent

Tonya C.

Awesome Team

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Awesome Rental

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