Twin Palms Cottage Featured on Tybee Tour of Homes
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- Minimum stay:2-3 nights
- Sleeps:2
- Bedrooms:1
- Bathrooms:1
- Property type:Cottage
- Internet:Yes
- Pets considered:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
About the Property
Close To Beach, Pavilion, Restaurants, Shops, Back River Fishing Pier, Kayaking.
This enchanting one-bedroom cottage is nestled under twin palms, their fronds rustling in the summer breeze. It is just steps away to the beautiful Back River beach, barefoot strolls in the sand, and breathtaking sunsets. It represents the classic guest cottage with French doors, painted wood floors, bead board walls, wicker and vintage furnishings.
You are greeted by a cheerful screened porch with a swing and comfortable sitting area. Here you can enjoy your morning coffee, an afternoon drink, or read late into the lazy summer nights. It's also a fun place to watch the kayakers and paddle boarders go by as they head across the street to Alley 3, the Back River launch and beach area (only 175 steps away).
When you open the French doors you are immediately inspired by the cottage's attractiveness and delightful personality. Inside you find a comfortable queen bed, clothed in layers of fresh cotton and lace, waiting to enfold you after an exhilarating day at the beach or on the river.
You will certainly enjoy the kitchenette area, with its table for four, and collection of antique dishware for your everyday use. The kitchenette also includes a sink, small refrigerator, microwave, coffeemaker and toaster. To top it off, a continental breakfast is provided.
Mary Kay Andrews, New York Times bestselling author, chose this adorable cottage as a haven where she penned several of her books at this same kitchen table before she purchased two Tybee cottages of her own!
The large charming bathroom includes an English washstand, dressing area, and a claw foot tub with shower, although the enclosed outdoor shower with hot and cold water is usually preferred to wash that sand and salt away!
Guests also enjoy a large covered outdoor space with abundant seating, including a swing large enough for an afternoon nap, plus a dining area, gas grill, and bicycle use. Once your car is parked, you can walk or ride a bike to almost everything, including the grocery store.
Linens, high speed wireless internet, and flat screen tv are provided.
Twin Palms Cottage (formerly Garner Cottage) is located in a quiet residential area on the south end of the island where Fifth and Tybrisia meet Chatham Avenue. The owners live on site.
Owner
Member since: 2010
Property Type
- Cottage
- 390 sq. ft.
House Rules
- Max. occupancy 2
- Non Smoking Only
- Pets Not Allowed
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
- Wheelchair Inaccessible
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Satellite / Cable
- Television
Theme
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Historic
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
Attractions
- Churches
- Festivals
- Library
- Museums
- Playground
- Restaurants
Local Services & Businesses
- Groceries
- Laundromat
- Medical Services
Leisure Activities
- Antiquing
- Beachcombing
- Bird Watching
- Boating
- Eco Tourism
- Paddle Boating
- Shelling
- Shopping
- Walking
- Wildlife Viewing
Sports & Adventure Activities
- Basketball Court
- Cycling
- Deepsea Fishing
- Fishing
- Jet Skiing
- Kayaking
- Pier Fishing
- Sailing
- Skiing
- Surf Fishing
- Surfing
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Water Skiing
- Wind-Surfing
Dining
- Dining
- Dining Area
- Seating for 4 people
General
- Air Conditioning
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Parking
- Towels Provided
Kitchen
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Microwave
Outside
- Bicycles
- Deck / Patio
- Outdoor Grill
Location
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- Attraction
- 2.4 miles to rental
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- Restaurant
- 3.8 miles to rental
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- Attraction
- 16 miles to rental
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- Restaurant
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- Restaurant
- 0.3 miles to rental
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- Attraction
- 6.1 miles to rental
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- Attraction
- 0.3 miles to rental
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- Restaurant
- 1.5 miles to rental
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- Attraction
- 0.4 miles to rental
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- Attraction
- 2.5 miles to rental
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Owner info
About the owner: I am a native Savannahian. As a child, I didn’t have a clue about how special it was to walk, ride my bike and skate in Savannah's beautiful parks and squares, plus spend carefree, glorious summer days building sand castles, swimming and frolicking in the ocean at Tybee. As an adult, I lived and worked all over the country, but there was no place like home – especially Tybee Island. My husband Ron and I built our “forever” home here in 1996, and I finally returned after 30 years.
Why the Owner Chose Tybee Island, GA, USA:
Tybee means “salt” to Native Americans, but the name of this low-key seaside resort now brings to mind words such as “sun”, “surf” and “fun”. Located 18 miles east of Savannah, this small barrier island boasts a wide, 3-mile long beach that’s backed by sea oat-covered sand dunes and is perfect for sunbathing, people-watching and frolicking in the waves of the Atlantic Ocean. The island’s south-end pier and pavilion is a splendid venue for strolling above the ocean, people watching and fishing.
Although vacationers are lured to Tybee mainly because of what it provides in the way of recreation and relaxation, those with a love of history won’t be disappointed. Tybee offers: Fort Screven, The Tybee Island Lighthouse (dated 1773), an intriguing museum, and Fort Pulaski National Monument which is just west of the island on Hwy 80.
While Tybee is a resort town complete with a full range of restaurants, modern hotels and motels, luxurious condominiums, and quaint inns and cottages, it’s also a residential area stocked with its share of colorful characters. It’s an atmosphere considerably more laid-back than that of glitzier, larger beach towns to the north and south.
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Tybee pier at sunrise
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Kayakers off Back River beach
VRBO #514809
This listing was first published here in 2014.
Date last modified - Thursday, May 25, 2017
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