10/10 Excellent
Pam K.
4 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pam K.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Apartment
Beach-Chic Apt. for Two - SLEEP NUMBER BED - Porch Rockers - Short Walk to Beach
Riverside apartment with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3450 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Tybee Island, GA
- Place, Tybee Island Beach6 min walk
- Place, Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion8 min walk
- Place, North Beach20 min walk
- Airport, Savannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)45 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Single Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beach-Chic Apt. for Two - SLEEP NUMBER BED - Porch Rockers - Short Walk to Beach
UPSTAIRS / The tastefully-decorated newly-renovated, Tybee Time apartment has a complete kitchen with stainless appliances combined with the attractive living area that features a full sized sleeper sofa for a plus one. This bed is not suitable for anyone over 6'. Two barrel-shaped, comfortable red sitting chairs are made for relaxing, reading or watching television, which has DVD capabilities. The bedroom accommodates a queen size Sleep Number bed with adjustable firmness mattress. A spacious closet with shelves, suitcase stand and coat racks provide plenty of space for clothing and personal items. The screened porch has two comfortable red rocking chairs that are just right for a relaxing finish to your day in the sun. An energy efficient, ultra quiet Mitsubishi heat pump AC/heat unit offers plenty of heat during cold months and plenty of cold air conditioning in the summer. Ceiling fans inside and on the porch gently move the air as well.
This apartment is just right for a couple or a couple with a small child or two adults and a close friend who doesn't mind sleeping on the sleeper sofa. The downstairs apartment may also be rented to allow for plenty of room for family and friends.
On the south facing wall is an incredibly beautiful ocean life mural designed and painted by world renowned artist Mary Jane Volkmann who was assisted by owner Cathy J. Sakas. On the front of the cottage the sassy Octopus watches over her Lair.
Our nightly rates vary with the seasons and include a two-night minimum, plus hotel/motel taxes & fees (see rates). Discounted weekly and monthly rentals are also available.
Enjoy Tybee’s sand, waves and sun from your own comfortable, adorable, affordable, beach-chic yet tastefully-decorated cottage apartment that has all the amenities! You'll just love it!
IF THIS APARTMENT IS ALREADY RESERVED FOR THE DATES YOU WANT, PLEASE RESERVE THE DOWNSTAIRS APARTMENT LISTED AS PROPERTY #470845.
This apartment is just right for a couple or a couple with a small child or two adults and a close friend who doesn't mind sleeping on the sleeper sofa. The downstairs apartment may also be rented to allow for plenty of room for family and friends.
On the south facing wall is an incredibly beautiful ocean life mural designed and painted by world renowned artist Mary Jane Volkmann who was assisted by owner Cathy J. Sakas. On the front of the cottage the sassy Octopus watches over her Lair.
Our nightly rates vary with the seasons and include a two-night minimum, plus hotel/motel taxes & fees (see rates). Discounted weekly and monthly rentals are also available.
Enjoy Tybee’s sand, waves and sun from your own comfortable, adorable, affordable, beach-chic yet tastefully-decorated cottage apartment that has all the amenities! You'll just love it!
IF THIS APARTMENT IS ALREADY RESERVED FOR THE DATES YOU WANT, PLEASE RESERVE THE DOWNSTAIRS APARTMENT LISTED AS PROPERTY #470845.
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: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are always welcome at the Octopus Lair
Events
No events allowed
STRICTLY PROHIBITED
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoke OUTSIDE only please
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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: STRICTLY PROHIBITED
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Tybee Island
Located on a river, this apartment is in South Beach, a neighbourhood in Tybee Island. Tybee Island Beach and Tybee National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion and Tybee Island Marine Science Center. Island Miniature Golf and Games and Angela Beasley's Puppet People are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Tybee Island, GA
What's nearby
- Tybee Island Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Mid Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- South Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- North Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Fannies On The Beach - 13 min walk
- Pier 16 Seafood Restaurant - 9 min walk
- Spanky's Beachside - 12 min walk
- Wet Willie's - 10 min walk
- Sundae Cafe - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
8.6/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
jane m.
30 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
jane m.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jakica T.
27 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jakica T.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Julie L.
6 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Much needed getaway
Julie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bob K.
26 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice relaxing location.
Bob K.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charity D.
9 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good little stay
Charity D.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Barb S.
3 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gtreat time
Barb S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Noel D.
15 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Noel D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
jonwontonb
22 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Honeymoon
jonwontonb
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charlotte N.
31 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy walk to the beach
Charlotte N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Veronica D.
6 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tybee Island
Veronica D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Grahan W.
19 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review of upstairs at Octopus Lair
Grahan W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kaitlyn P.
22 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed
Kaitlyn P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dontana M.
14 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dontana M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shelly T.
18 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location on Tybee
Shelly T.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jeane D.
20 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Octopus Lair
Jeane D.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
emily w.
20 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy and Cozy
emily w.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Monica P.
27 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and has everything you need!
Monica P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tim W.
24 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Snared by the Lair
Tim W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
4/10 Poor
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10 Aug 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ishibela P.
25 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing oasis getaway
Ishibela P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
1 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kadee S.
13 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Kadee S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Belinda W.
30 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary trip
Belinda W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anne B.
13 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anne B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
About the host
Hosted by Cathy J. Sakas
Cathy J. Sakas is a well-known regional coastal naturalist specializing in tropical and sub-tropical marine and terrestrial habitats. In other words, she loves the nature of the southeast coast and thinks the barrier islands of Georgia are the most beautiful in the world! After landing in Savannah in 1970 to attend Armstrong State University, Cathy eventually ended up on Tybee in the early 90's and rented the downstairs of the house that she would later name Cottage of the Octopus Lair. Cathy's landlady had told her that she would never sell the house, but after a year of seeing how much Cathy enjoyed and cared for the cottage, the landlady wanted her to have it. As soon as Cathy purchased the Lair she surprised her former landlady with a dozen red roses in appreciation. A few years before purchasing the Lair on a trip to Africa, Cathy met world-class award-winning artist Mary Jane Volkmann and they stayed close friends from then on even though a half a world apart. In 2005 Mary Jane moved her family from Namibia back to the US to Gainesville, Florida and very soon thereafter came to visit Cathy on Tybee. Mary Jane took one look at the Lair's south facing wall and the wheels began to turn. Over the Fourth of July week of 2005 Cathy and Mary Jane spent seven days from sun up to sun down working from scaffolding to draw and paint the coquettish fish, sassy octopus, impish seahorse and magnificent pink jelly creating the landmark ocean life mural that adorns the south-facing wall. A local television station documented the progress each evening on their news broadcast. Cathy and Mary Jane are planning to make more art at the Lair, so stay tuned for that event!
Why they chose this property
When I first rented the Lair I immediately saw the potential it had. I just loved the coziness of it and the layout. As soon I bought it I made renovations and added my own personal touches using the beauty of nature. I enjoy the outdoors so much that the screened front porch literally became my office. I wrote the scripts for my two natural history series, Coastal Naturalist, for Georgia Public Television on that porch in the rocking chairs and have written several more papers and programs there too. For years Little Green Herons raised their chicks in a nest in the top of one of the palms and I watched their progress each day until they fledged. How wonderful to see them venture out on the long fronds and then finally take their first unsteady flights!
What makes this property unique
Living on Tybee has been such a great joy. I like to run and walk and since the beach is only a few minutes from my doorstep, I take advantage of it. There is nothing like taking a walk in the morning to see the sun rise like a bright orange ball out of the ocean. I appreciate all that nature has to offer and seeing the stars reflected in the ocean's surface and the moon rise out of the ocean are pretty spectacular events too. Of course the pelicans flying just above the waves is a phenomenal sight to see and watching ghost crabs scurry into their burrows in the dunes is always intriguing. I love eating at the restaurants on Tybee because most have open-air seating, so I can continue enjoying nature while I dine in comfort.
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