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St. Simons Island Pool Home - Sleeps 16 - Walk to Beach & Village

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A two-story building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.
A kitchen with a brick wall, wooden cabinets, a central island, and stools. There are signs for 'Leed Tea' and 'Float Tea'.
A spacious living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a dining area with chairs and a table. Large windows provide natural light and views of the outdoors.
A covered patio area with a sofa, chairs, and a table set up for dining.
A cozy living room with a white sofa, colorful pillows, a wooden chair, a desk with a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Saint Simons Island Pier
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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St Simons Island, GA
  • Place, beach near King City
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Neptune Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Saint Simons Island Pier
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Futons

Bedroom 5

2 Double Futons and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

St. Simons Island Pool Home - Sleeps 16 - Walk to Beach & Village

About this property

A Historic Carriage House, Reimagined for Modern Family Gatherings
Featured in Coastal Living Magazine and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Strachan Carriage House pairs 5,000 sq ft of historic charm with the space and amenities today's multi-generational families actually need. Six bedrooms sleep 16 across king, queen, and twin configurations — built for 2–3 families or a large friend group under one roof, not stacked into separate units.

Steps to Everything

Tucked into a quiet residential block, you're a 1–2 block stroll to both the beach and the village — a rare combination on St. Simons Island. Walk to shopping, restaurants, the fishing pier, and mini golf, or head straight to the sand.

Built for Groups, Not Just Couples

- Private, heated pool with a deep end (heated November–March — a standout on the island)
- Gated parking for 5 vehicles
- Chef's kitchen: Sub-Zero, Bosch, and Garland appliances, plus a large outdoor Weber grill
- Handmade oak dining table seating 12
- Third-floor home theater with surround sound
- 52-foot veranda overlooking the pool and garden
- Yard set up for croquet and bocce

What Past Guests Say

Multi-generational families keep coming back — several guests describe it as their second or third consecutive year, citing the pool, the walkability, and enough shared space for grandparents, parents, and kids to gather without feeling on top of each other. Groups have ranged from 10-person weekend reunions to full three-generation family trips spanning six states.

Steps From the Beach and the Village

Climb the St. Simons Lighthouse, crab or watch dolphins from the fishing pier, bike the island, or kayak the marsh — all within walking or easy biking distance.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No weddings or related events or parties.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Doublecheck all outlets for chargers.
Dead bolt french doors on first floor
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Traveler must complete Rental Agreement and email or mail to Owner.
Weekly (7 day) rentals only in the summer. 30 days cancellation for summer bookings.
All reservations are subject to owners review and approval within 48 hours of booking.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number STR-211
Property # 148754
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: No weddings or related events or parties.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

St. Simons Island

Located in King City, a neighbourhood in St. Simons Island, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. Neptune Park and Massengale Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Shops at Sea Island and Glynn Place Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Glynn Visual Arts and Summer Waves Water Park. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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St Simons Island, GA

What's nearby

  • beach near King City - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Neptune Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Saint Simons Island Pier - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. Simons Lighthouse Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • East Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Porch - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brogen's Food & Spirits - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mullet Bay - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Barbara Jean's - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does St. Simons Island Pool Home - Sleeps 16 - Walk to Beach & Village have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is St. Simons Island Pool Home - Sleeps 16 - Walk to Beach & Village pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at St. Simons Island Pool Home - Sleeps 16 - Walk to Beach & Village?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at St. Simons Island Pool Home - Sleeps 16 - Walk to Beach & Village?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at St. Simons Island Pool Home - Sleeps 16 - Walk to Beach & Village?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is St. Simons Island Pool Home - Sleeps 16 - Walk to Beach & Village located?

This family-friendly St. Simons Island holiday home is located near the beach, just steps away from Neptune Park and Saint Simons Island Pier. East Beach and St. Simons Lighthouse Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 64 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great location with every amenity we needed. We would love to return some day!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our family of 15. We have six grandchildren 8 to 12 years old and the third-floor bedrooms, bathrooms, and den housed them beautifully. They also enjoyed the pool. The second floor was enjoyed by our three married children and my husband and I stayed in the pool house. The master bedroom had plenty of room for the four-month-old grandchild. Everything was clean and check-in was so easy. The owner checked on us several times and was easy to work with. We parked two golf carts and four vehicles with ease. We hope to stay at the Strachan Carriage house again. What a great historical location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2026
Judy, I am so glad that you and your family enjoyed our home just as we like it, too. Come back anytime. We will have the pool and the ocean breezes ready for you. Patty
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host, Patty, was very attentive and helpful. The house had everything we needed and had a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great! Pool area was nice! Owner was very helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2025
Glad our home met the needs for your large family reunion and vacation. Happy summer!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location, lots of shopping and restaurants in a short walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
We love that our guests can park the car and stroll to the village, the fishing pier, and the historic lighthouse. Now that's a vacation!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway

We had a great stay at this VRBO. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2024
So glad our home worked well for your church youth group. Being within easy waking distance to the village restaurants, shops and fishing pier is a big advantage for our guests. Hope you have a good year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, historic home with amazing accessibility to all St. Simons has to offer. We walked to the weekend market, enjoyed the pool and terrace, rode bicycles and made memories. Patty and Susan made for a very hospitable stay- we had our annual family holiday at the Carriage Strachan house and were so blessed by it. Absolutely beautiful location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2025
It was a delight hosting your family — from pre planning phone calls with you to “all going well” first morning updates from your grandparents. We love sharing our home for family reunions.Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful stay at Strachan Carriage house in St Simons Island.. Fantastic host.

Great place to have a family vacation. Our daughters and their family love being in walking distance to stops , pier and playground. We had the sweetest host. It was the first time the little ones had been to a beach. We all enjoyed our vacation together Thank you Patty for everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2025
So happy to host you for the little ones’ special memories (and yours!). Looking forward to many years of beach fun and smiles. Come back anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and attentive host. The property is in a fantastic location, perfect walking distance to the village. The gated parking is ideal. The pool and patio is the gem of this property, it is where we spent the majority of our stay. The showers needed some attention (the claw foot tubs on the third floor had a hole cut in the curtain for the shower head and they didn't close all the way)and the changing company may need to be given a call since there was a layer of dust on all light fixtures and fans.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2025
Margaret, Glad you enjoyed our home. The heated pool is a family favorite. Thx for the heads up on the dust and the shower curtains. We will follow up. Happy holidays.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family vacation location!

We had the best time at the Strachan House! It was perfect for our large family. Location was great for evening strolls to the pier. Patty was more than helpful to make sure no questions were unanswered.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Breana, So glad your family loved our house and location as much as we do. Plenty of space and easy makes a family vacation a winner. Hope to see y'all again in 2020.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

quick extended family getaway

We loved the carriage house. It is a beautiful historic property rich in history. The pool was lovely. A 3 block walk to town for food, shopping and playgrounds!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic House!

The house has a ton of character and is located centrally to downtown. Everything you could want in an SSI experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Adam, so glad we could host you and your friends for a much needed getaway for golf and "nothing else'!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay!

My family had the most fun staying at Patty's house! She was so easy to communicate with and such a fabulous host! We especially loved the history she provided of the home for her guests. You can't beat the location and everything was comfortable and clean, we would definitely stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2022
Christine, We loved hosting the Stuckey family. Come back anytime! Patty
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had 14 family members meeting in St Simon for a family reunion and this place was wonderful. The home has such old world charm and is decorated with such a warm style that you immediately begin relaxing the moment you walk into the place. And the location is ideal - it is just a minute walk from the beach and a 3 minute walk from the main street of the village or a 5 minute drive from a grocery store among other businesses. The place was perfect for our large group - there was common areas for us all to relax by the pool, eat or play games together while also having enough space for individuals or smaller groups seeing solace to read or have a conversation.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2025
Helping you plan your family reunion and making sure all family questions were answered before you arrived was a delight. Thanks for choosing our home. Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Truly Unique Home is a Great Location

Staying at this property is truly a unique experience. The place has an historical feel and the secluded pool area enabled us to gather and visit with family from 7am first coffee to the last cocktail of the night. The location is close to the pier and close to the water. We are already planning our next visit to the area and this house!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Delighted you and your family were able to weather Ian and create a memorable week. Here's to clear sailing on your return visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Southern Hospitality at its finest!

So glad we chose this property for our extended family. Plenty of room for everyone and spread out for lots of privacy if wanted. The pool was clean and the perfect temperature. We enjoyed coffee on the balcony and patio in the mornings and such a short walk to the shops and restaurants and pier. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Kris, so glad your family enjoyed our home and SSI. Come back soon!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay!

Close to beach & downtown which the kids loved. Rented a golf cart that added to the fun. Patti was quick to respond when we called about the pool crew missing the Tuesday cleaning. We rent a summer home every two years & this was one of our favorite.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Marlin, Loved your interest in our historic home and photos. Hope you will share some of yours too. We look forward to 2021!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just Right!

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We had adults from three different generations and there was something for everyone. Great location, very comfortable, many different seating/ gathering options, and a well-appointed kitchen that had everything we needed for a number of meals around the table. Just lovely!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Jenny, Three generations means three times the fun! Glad we could host your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection!

What a beautiful property, full of love, character, and history. Thank you for the opportunity to stay here. We loved every second.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Happy to share it all with you and your friends. Come back soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

So many wonderful things about the property!

There for a family wedding & accommodated all ages very well. Love location & the outdoor spaces! Lots of nooks for alone time if needed! Well stocked fir everything! Only downside was the cramped kitchen… and really in need of all new pillows !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Ken, So glad our home worked well as a fun and comfortable base from which your family headed to all the wedding events. Yes, our kitchen is best suited for 1-2 cooks, but luckily there are a lot of places out side the kitchen where guests can sit and wait for those family top chefs to deliver delicious food. Thanks for the head-up about pillows -- we are sorting through them now.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

New Years in St Simons

The house is in a great location and has a lot of history. There was plenty of beds for everyone. The backyard/pool area is a wonderful area to sit and relax. The kitchen was a little small but we made it work. The main living area could use a larger TV but overall, it was a great stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Lauren, Glad we could host you and your gang. Hope to see you again in the new year. Patty
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

“Stupid Cute”

My daughter-in-law summed up the place just after her arrival and yep our stay was great! The location is perfect and the pool a welcome diversion for the grandkids and their grandma! The house is spacious and our group of 12 were very comfortable. Thanks so much to our attentive hostess!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Any stay can be a holiday when the family comes together from all their faraway places. Thank you for choosing our home!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best 50th wedding anniversary celebration!!

Dave and I celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary with our whole family, all 14 of us!! This house had it all Everyone had a comfortable bed, lots of space, an amazing pool and really everything you could want. I would go back in a heartbeat!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Gathering

This is a great place to stay with a large group. We had our family gather after 3 years and were busy the whole time. The house is in a great location. We could walk to the village and to the pier. We usually did the beach in the morning and then after nap time, we would use the pool. Also went to some great restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Karen, glad you and your family enjoyed all the things that make our house easy and fun ( especially naps!).
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

Our family of 14 just returned from our 5 night stay at the Strachorn Carriage House. Everyone from age 3-60 agreed it was one of our most memorable vacations yet! Patty was very responsive and helpful with every question we had along the way. The location of the house was perfect. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Kim, thank you! We too find the everyone from the wee ones to the patriarchs and matriarchs enjoy our historic home — and the pool!!

About the host

Hosted by Patty Deveau

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Midwest native came to Georgia 40+ years ago to develop visitor programs and museums at 54 state parks and historic sites. Stayed for the history, the nature, and yes, much much better weather.

Why they chose this property

Unique historic property close to the village lighthouse, fishing pier, restaurants, shops, and beach but in a quiet residential neighborhood.

What makes this property unique

Perfect for three generations to sit together at dining room table, float and splash at the same time in the large pool, catch up and gossip on the 52 ft veranda, or slip away for quiet nap and last chapters of a great page turner. Solid construction -- They don't build em like this anymore.

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