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Dog Friendly! Huge Privacy Fenced Backyard! Close to Beaches!

Holiday home in St. Simons Island with kitchen and patio

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Front view of Sanderling Cottage
Private kitchen
View of kitchen and front door
View of Kitchen towards back den area and back door
Back Den Area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61150 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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St. Simons Island, GA
  • Place, St. Simons Lighthouse Museum
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Saint Simons Island Pier
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Sea Island Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest Hall Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office

About this property

Dog Friendly! Huge Privacy Fenced Backyard! Close to Beaches!

Welcome to the Sanderling Cottage! This completely remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom cozy cottage (sleeps 6) is dog-friendly, and located just a short 10-minute walk from the Village and Pier Area on St. Simons Island. This newly renovated vacation rental features a well-equipped kitchen that opens to a spacious living/dining area which overlooks the beautiful backyard.

Any group gatherings and events at this property are limited to the number of occupants (6 persons). Events such as weddings, rehearsal dinners, etc. are not permitted.
Yes, dogs (only) are allowed with a pet fee of $150/dog
Linens / bath towels & bed sheets) provided
Check In: 4:00pm Check out: 10:00am
.8 miles to the beach (7-minute bike ride)
Parking for three vehicles
Minimum Age Requirement of 25 years of Age to Rent the Property

Guest reservations of 3 to 21 nights come with a valuable credit to use towards beach gear rentals during your stay! The credit amount of $30/night is included in each reservation. You may use your credit for bicycles, beach chairs and umbrellas, beach carts, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and even experiences with select vendors! – the choice is yours!
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There is a separate living room, primary bedroom with king bed, guest bedroom with two twin beds, and third bedroom with a queen Murphy bed that easily be converted to an office or lounging area. The large privacy fenced back yard is a perfect place for relaxing, letting the kids play games, or for the family dog to run around! Situated in a quiet locals neighborhood, it has easy access to the many bicycle and walking paths that St Simons Island has to offer. Giving guests the feeling of being away from it all, but within 5 minutes of everything!

Contact Lilmar Properties today to book your next St. Simons Island visit!

Cancellation Policy:
30 days from arrival - 100% refund
14 days from arrival - 50% refund

**To protect your vacation investment and avoid deposits lost to cancellation, Lilmar Properties strongly recommends the purchase of Travel Insurance which is offered by Lilmar Properties during checkout or after booking. Contact Lilmar Properties with any questions.

Accommodation Excise Tax Certificate #126820
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Rental agreement must be signed within 3 days of booking or the reservation may be canceled.
Your deposit confirms acceptance of all Lilmar Vacations house rules and rental policies that are outlined on this site and your contract.
No parties or events allowed. Primary renter must be at least 25 and present for the entire stay.

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 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 and a deadlock
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

St. Simons Island

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Kings Terrace, a neighbourhood in St. Simons Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cannon's Point Preserve and Jekyll Island State Park, while St. Simons Lighthouse Museum and Glynn Visual Arts are cultural highlights. Neptune Park and Massengale Park 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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What's nearby

  • Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Neptune Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • St. Simons Lighthouse Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Saint Simons Island Pier - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Sea Island Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wake Up Coffee Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brogen's Food & Spirits - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mullet Bay - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Iguanas - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Porch - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog Friendly! Huge Privacy Fenced Backyard! Close to Beaches! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog Friendly! Huge Privacy Fenced Backyard! Close to Beaches!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog Friendly! Huge Privacy Fenced Backyard! Close to Beaches!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog Friendly! Huge Privacy Fenced Backyard! Close to Beaches! located?

Located in Kings Terrace, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Glynn Visual Arts, Demere Park and Neptune Park. St. Simons Lighthouse Museum and Saint Simons Island Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vety nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this property! It is the perfect location for me and my dogs to walk to the pier everyday. When we aren’t doing that, we enjoy the backyard and front gated porch! Management is very responsive and the property is clean and comfortable. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved house and the yard. Solid privacy fence with thick grass. Cute house and well appointed. Great location close to Pier Village.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this home !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent rental. Cozy but very roomy. Shady backyard was a bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

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

Perfect spot!

The property was beautiful in a quiet neighborhood, our dogs loved playing in the backyard. The house is a 20 minute walk from Pier village, where there is shopping and restaurants. And it was an 8 minute drive to the coastguard beach, which has bathrooms on site. The kitchen was fully stocked making cooking at the house a breeze.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

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

Family Thanksgiving

Wonderful house that is great for families and dogs with the big back yard.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn V.

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

Trip to St Simons

The house was super clean and well-furnished. The kids and pups enjoyed the large fenced yard. We especially loved being able to walk to restaurants and parks. Woukd stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abbe T.

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

Birthday Weekend Getaway

Very lovely, clean, and well equipped cottage. Great fenced back yard for our dogs. Enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

Awesome dog friendly property

We had a wonderful time at Sanderling Cottage. We often travel with our dogs, and this property was absolutely perfect with a large fenced in backyard. Close to everything and in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

j9hendley

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

Great Christmas Stay

we had a lovely time at the house over Christmas. the house was well lit, kitchen fully stocked with all the equipment we needed, and the layout of the home was very spread out. our dog loved the wide open backyard. the house was close to the pier area and had easy access to everything on the island. we would give the house 5 stars and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hollie C.

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

Cute, clean, dog-friendly house close to downtown

We had a wonderful stay here. The house was cute, clean, and very comfortable and had a great backyard for the dogs. It’s located in a quiet neighborhood and is within walking distance to downtown/the pier. Also, East Beach is a quick drive away. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kayla T.

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

Loved St Simon Island

Check in and check out was very easy. Great location in a quiet neighborhood and not far from downtown pier. The backyard was great for the fur baby. The house was nice and clean. If we ever find ourselves back in SSI we would definitely rent again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karie S.

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

Perfect!

Perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

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

Best ever

This was the best house we’ve rented on the island. Clean, well stocked, convenient, and comfortable:)

10/10 Excellent

Wallenda W.

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

Perfect for Dog Owners

This property was wonderful for us traveling with our dog. The back yard was perfect for him to run and play with his ball. The house was well appointed and very clean. The beds were very comfortable. Everywhere we went on the Island was super dog-friendly. We had a great vacation. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna S., NORTH AUGUSTA, SC, USA

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

Very comfortable, ideal for 4-6 adults

An excellent alternative for a week or even a month! Very comfortable space, super well equipped kitchen, excellent backyard, quiet location and yet super close to key activities. We are looking to rent here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

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

What a Wonderful Cottage.

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Sanderling Cottage! So peaceful and quiet, even with the airport close by. Everything one could need was provided: very clean, very well decorated, just the best spot for my DH, myself and my sister (this was a Silly Sisters' Vacation/Birthdays' Adventure). Even our Boston Terrier loved it. Thank you so very much, and we hope to visit again soon. Connie Bentz
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A.

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

Immaculate and updated cottage by the pier

This was the perfect getaway for me and my 2 dogs while our house was getting reconstructed from a flood. The cottage was immaculately clean and had everything we needed. I will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Sanderling Cottage at St. Simons

Clean home, very comfortable. Had all necessary items at reach, including in the kitchen & outside. Quiet neighborhood as well, with quick access to town & beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise C.

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

Such attention to detail!

We had everything we needed and more. The home is furnished with attention to comfort and quality. Very centrally located and the back yard is great if you’re bringing a dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dana W.

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

Coastal Georgia vacation

Sanderling Cottage was great. So close the the lighthouse area and the wharf. Short drive over to East Beach. The cottage was comfortable and clean and just the right size for five of us. We would’ve liked a regular bed in the 3rd bedroom instead of the Murphy Bed. It was a bit creaky and not as comfortable. The yard was beautiful and great for our pup. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ed S.

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

Beach retreat

The house was exceptionally clean and well kept. Excellent kitchen with all the needed accessories. Furniture could us updating but the present furniture was adequate.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine and Bob R., Denver, NC

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

Overall wonderful stay

The home has everything you could need and was very clean and organized. The area off the kitchen with the Murphy bed was the perfect office area for my husband as he did need to work while we were there. I reported an over abundance of ants in the yard while we were there and it was quickly remedied.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

J C.

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

Convenient, Comfortable, Well stocked

Enjoyed Sanderling Cottage Perfect space for us - 2 adults Loved the mudroom for storage, fenced backyard for the dog and gated front porch with rocking chairs Kitchen had all we needed for cooking supplies Very polite service when emailing or calling management company. Added bonus: beach gear in storage bench
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Lilmar Vacations

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Family-owned and locally operated, Lilmar Properties was founded as a boutique hospitality group offering a premier portfolio of vacation rental cottages on St. Simons Island. Our team of vacation experts are locally based to offer you and your group a personalized and true “island” experience to help you create lifelong memories. Whether you are looking for an epic oceanfront villa experience or just a quick and quiet island getaway, our team is dedicated to taking the pressure off of travel to let you truly relax and discover the island lifestyle.

We are delighted to represent some of the finest luxury vacation cottages, villas and condos on St. Simons Island, Ga. All of our homes are privately owned and offer amenities such as private heated pools and spas, private beach accesses, fire pits, professional kitchens and premium en-suite bathrooms.

Thank you for visiting one of our VRBO listings and we look forward to having the opportunity to host and welcome you to the Golden Isles.

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