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Stones Throw Cottage: Yards to the Beach, Dog Friendly, Spacious Townhome, Garage & Beach Gear!

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A multi-story beachfront house with balconies, a garage, and a paved driveway.
Living area
W
Miscellaneous
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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St. Simons Island, GA
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Massengale Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Simons Lighthouse Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Common Space

2 Double Sofa Beds

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Primary Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Stones Throw Cottage: Yards to the Beach, Dog Friendly, Spacious Townhome, Garage & Beach Gear!

Welcome to Stones Throw Cottage, a two story retreat on the south end of St. Simons Island that blends relaxed coastal style with an easy, walkable location. Just an 80 yard walk from the beach and close to the Village, pier, parks, shops, and local restaurants, this home offers a comfortable setting for island days and unrushed evenings. With two bedrooms and two bathrooms, Stones Throw Cottage accommodates up to eight guests and is well suited for families or friends looking for a polished home base near the best of St. Simons.



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!


• MAX Occupancy is 8 guests total
• Spring Break groups, Student Groups, and Chaperoned Groups, including events such as weddings, receptions, parties, etc., are not permitted.
• Dogs are allowed with a $150 fee per dog (2 dogs maximum)
• No Smoking
• Fireplace(s) not available for guest use
• Linens (bath towels, beach towels & bed sheets) provided
• Check In: 4:00pm Check out: 10:00am
• Parking for 4 vehicles
• Minimum Age Requirement of 25 years of Age to Rent the Property
• Spacious garage area ideal for storing bikes, beach chairs, paddleboards, and vacation gear

Inside, guests will find just under 1,300 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space with beautiful pine floors and an open concept layout that makes gathering effortless. The living area is bright and inviting with coastal inspired décor and a large flat screen TV, perfect for relaxing after the beach. Two private balconies offer an easy place to enjoy the sea breeze and unwind outdoors.

The kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, generous counter space, and open shelving stocked with cookware, utensils, and dishware for easy meals at home. A dining table seats six, and the breakfast bar provides additional space for coffee, quick bites, or planning the day ahead.

The home offers flexible sleeping arrangements across the upper levels. The primary bedroom and en suite bathroom with hall access are located on the second level. The guest bedroom and a hall bathroom are located on the top floor. A large secondary den on the top floor includes two pull out sofas, offering additional sleeping space for the group.

Guests of Stones Throw Cottage will enjoy access to the Neptune Park Fun Zone located in the Pier Village from Memorial Day weekend through the end of June, with weekend access continuing through Labor Day. Each reservation includes one complimentary 10-punch card for the Fun Zone Pool and Mini Golf, with one punch required per guest for each visit. (Punch pass must be requested before arrival.)

Room Details

Primary Bedroom
• Located on the 2nd Floor
• En suite bathroom with hall access (2nd Floor)

Guest Bedroom
• Located on the 3rd Floor
• Access to hall bathroom (3rd Floor)

Additional Sleeping
• Two pull out sofas located in the large secondary den (3rd Floor)

Bathroom Details

Primary Bathroom
• Full bath (2nd Floor)
• Toilet
• Shower

Hall Bathroom
• Full bath (3rd Floor)
• Toilet
• Tub and shower combination

Cancellation Policy for Reservations of 29 Nights or Less

• Cancellations made 30 days or more prior to arrival receive a 100% refund
• Cancellations made 14 to 29 days prior to arrival receive a 50% refund

Cancellation Policy for Reservations of 30 Nights or More

• Cancellations made 60 days or more prior to arrival receive a 100% refund
• Cancellations made 30 to 59 days prior to arrival receive a 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 #STMA-22
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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

Property # 1533382vb
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.
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

About the area

St. Simons Island

Located in St. Simons Island, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Shops at Sea Island and Glynn Place Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cannon's Point Preserve and Jekyll Island State Park. Summer Waves Water Park and Massengale Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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St. Simons Island, GA

What's nearby

  • East Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Massengale Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • St. Simons Lighthouse Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Neptune Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Saint Simons Island Pier - 2 min drive - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ziggy’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mullet Bay - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wake Up Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Barbara Jean's - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stones Throw Cottage: Yards to the Beach, Dog Friendly, Spacious Townhome, Garage & Beach Gear! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stones Throw Cottage: Yards to the Beach, Dog Friendly, Spacious Townhome, Garage & Beach Gear!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stones Throw Cottage: Yards to the Beach, Dog Friendly, Spacious Townhome, Garage & Beach Gear!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stones Throw Cottage: Yards to the Beach, Dog Friendly, Spacious Townhome, Garage & Beach Gear! located?

Located in the heart of St. Simons Island, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of East Beach and Massengale Park. Demere Park and Neptune Park 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. 97 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becca B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location. Friendly, communicative hosts. Love that it’s dog-friendly. We’ll be happy to return in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr 2026
Thank you so much, Rebecca, for your kind review of Stones Throw. We are so glad the home was such a great fit for your stay and that you felt well taken care of throughout the process. It means a lot to know the dog friendly setup and location made your visit even more enjoyable. Thank you again for choosing Lilmar Vacations. We would love to welcome you back to Stones Throw anytime. Miranda at Lilmar Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is perfect for a visit to St. Simons Island. You have restaurants and shops within walking distance and the beach is at the end of the street. You can see the beach from the driveway. Very lovely!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2026
Thank you for your five-star review. We’re so glad the cottage was perfect for your St. Simons visit! We hope to welcome you back soon! - Susan @ Lilmar Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate F.

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

Perfect for the family

Loved staying here with my family. Met all our needs and a great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2025
Thank you for your kind words about Stones Throw Cottage. We are so glad the home met your family's needs and that you enjoyed the location. It was a pleasure hosting you all and we would love to welcome you back to St. Simons Island anytime. -Lauren with Lilmar Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was amazing!! Perfect location and very nice layout for our family of five and pup! We highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2025
Thank you for your kind words about Stones Throw Cottage. We are so glad it was the perfect fit for your family - and your pup! The location and layout really do make it an easy place to relax and feel at home. It was a pleasure hosting you all and we would love to welcome you back to St. Simons Island soon! -Lauren with Lilmar Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

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

Stones Throw was great!

Great place to stay! Clean and so cute and love location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you loved Stones Throw Cottage - from the charming style to the great location. We’re so glad it was a perfect fit for your stay and we’d love to welcome you back for another visit to St. Simons! -Lauren with Lilmar Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug S.

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

Great location and very comfortable

Great location and very comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2022
Thank you for your 5 star review, Doug! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Stones Throw Cottage and hope to see you all again soon! Lauren@Lilmar Properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate F.

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

Excellent location

On quiet street, walk down street to public access to beach. Perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the peaceful setting and the easy walk to the beach from Stones Throw Cottage. The location really does make it the perfect spot for a relaxing St. Simons getaway! It was a pleasure hosting you all and we would love to welcome you back again soon. – Lauren with Lilmar Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

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

Great Stay

We had a great stay at Stones Throw Cottage. Excellent location - walking distance to beach and restaurants. We would definitely stay here again when we're in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2021
Thank you so much for your 5-star review, Leslie! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you can stay with us again next time! Thanks, Brooke@lilmar
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny Lynn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect end to summer! This is our favorite place to rent ! We hope it continues to be a yearly tradition. Beautiful home, great location! Excellent for our fur babies!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2025
Thank you for choosing Stones Throw Cottage to close out your summer! We love hearing that it has become a favorite spot for your family and pups, and we hope it will continue to be part of your yearly tradition. We cannot wait to welcome you back for your next St. Simons getaway! -Lauren with Lilmar Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crissy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to the beach and the pier area. The cottage was great. Will recommend to others and hopefully will be. Staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

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

Wonderful family vacation!

We had a great family trip to SSI. The townhouse was beautiful, very clean and a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2021
Thank you so much for your 5-star review, Emily! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you can stay with us again soon! Thanks, Brooke@lilmar
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

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

Great stay!

We had a great time! The townhouse was clean and worked great for my family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2022
Thank you for your 5 star review, Amanda! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Beachy Keen! We hope to see you all again soon! Lauren@Lilmar Properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

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

Great place and location

Place was perfect. We will be coming back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethelyn S.

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

Great St. Simons cottage!

Stones Throw Cottage is wonderful - light, bright, clean and cozy. The location - just steps to the beach - is fantastic. We loved everything about our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2024
Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Stones Throw Cottage! We're thrilled to hear that you found the cottage to be a bright, clean, and cozy retreat. It sounds like the location just steps away from the beach was perfect for you, and we are so glad that it added to your experience. We truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to highlight what you loved about your visit. It was a pleasure having you as our guest, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another stay in the future! -Lauren with Lilmar Properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla C.

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

Would have loved to stay longer

Had a lovely stay. Good location House very clean and well equipped
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2021
Thank you so much for your 5-star review, Carla! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you can stay with us again soon! Thanks, Brooke@lilmar
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon T.

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

Great Location

Just a few minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 35 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2022
Thank you for your review, Sharon! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay (and the short walk to the beach!). We hope to see you again soon! Lauren@Lilmar Properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to relax on the beach and enjoy the quieter life of St. Simons with our senior dog. Appreciate the cleanliness and good communication of host. While there’s only a starter set of household supplies, it was easily enough for the stay. Included beach chairs and a TON of beach towels which was helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review of Stones Throw Cottage! We are so glad you enjoyed the home’s cleanliness, convenient location, and the chance to relax with your pup by the beach. It is wonderful to hear that the extra touches like beach chairs and plenty of towels made your stay even easier. We also appreciate your note about the starter supplies and are glad they worked well for your visit. We hope to welcome you back for another peaceful St. Simons getaway soon! -Lauren with Lilmar Vacations
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MILLY C.

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

Clean and Convenient

This property was perfect for our family...very easy to get to the beach and out and about on the island. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2022
Thank you for your 5 star review, Milly! We are so glad Stones Throw Cottage was perfect for you all. We hope to see you all again soon! Lauren@Lilmar Properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

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

Our second stay

This was our second stay at a stones throw and it was just as great as we remember it. Location is awesome and very comfortable and clean!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul 2023
Thank you for your 5 star review and for being our guest at Stones Throw Cottage! We are so glad to have had you all back here again and that it was another great stay for you all! We hope to see you again next time you are in St. Simons! -Lauren with Lilmar Properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam G.

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

Great townhouse, Great location, and will revisit when we return to St. Simons.

Excellent
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2021
We'll look forward to seeing you again on your return, Sam! Thank you for the 5-Star Review! Barbara@Lilmar Properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Wonderful

We enjoyed our stay. Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2022
Thank you for your 5 star review, Karen! So glad you enjoyed your stay at Stones Throw Cottage. We hope to see you again soon! Lauren@LilmarProperties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marguerite b.

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

Wonderful condo, great location, can’t wait to go back!

The condo is well equipped with all you need for a great get-away. Steps to the beach make it a great location. We highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2021
Thank you for your 5-star review, Marguerite! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope you can stay with us again soon! Thanks, Brooke@lilmar
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

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

So lovely

We had a lovely stay. The location is amazing. The place is clean, bright, thoughtfully furnished, and comfortable. Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2023
Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Stones Throw Cottage! We are so glad you had such a wonderful stay here and we hope we can host you all again next time you are in St. Simons! -Lauren with Lilmar Properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla E.

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

Excellent Time

The property was super clean and the location was perfect-easy walk to the beach and close to the Village.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2022
Thank you for your 5 star review, Carla! We are so glad you loved Stones Throw Cottage and its awesome location. We hope to see you again soon! Lauren@Lilmar Properties
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy and Christina H.

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

Stones Throw Cottage

Immaculately clean, very comfortable, great area and a 2 minute walk to the beach. Wonderful time and great memories ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Nov 2024
Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Stones Throw Cottage! We're so glad you enjoyed the comfortable, spotless space and the fantastic location just minutes from the beach. Sounds like it was a perfect spot for making wonderful memories. It was a pleasure hosting you all and we’d love to welcome you back anytime! -Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

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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