Escape to Sabina's Cottage at 1879 Mush Bluff Rd. in St. Marys, GA. This peaceful riverfront retreat on Crooked River features breathtaking sunrises, frequent dolphin sightings, and a tranquil setting perfect for reconnecting. Just 5 miles from Kings Bay Submarine Base and a short drive to the Cumberland Island ferry, it blends quiet charm with convenient access. Discover why guests keep coming back to this hidden gem.
Sabina's Cottage is a peaceful riverfront getaway nestled beside Crooked River State Park in St. Marys, GA. This quaint 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage offers a cozy, well-appointed space surrounded by natural beauty. Inside, you'll find a fully stocked kitchen, two king bedrooms with blackout curtains, and a sunroom that's perfect for quiet mornings or afternoon reading.
The deck faces Crooked River, offering beautiful views of peaceful sunrises, dolphin sightings, and an active osprey nest just beyond the yard. Guests often tell us how quiet and serene it is—perfect for birdwatching, relaxing on the screened porch, or stargazing by the fire pit in the evening.
The home also includes a covered fish cleaning station and a driveway large enough for a 25' boat. With a public boat ramp to the Intracoastal Waterway less than 300 yards away, you're perfectly positioned for fishing, kayaking, or boating adventures.
Whether you're planning a romantic escape, a laid-back getaway, or a trip to nearby Cumberland Island, Sabina's Cottage offers the charm, comfort, and quiet you've been looking for.
You'll have a 'better' stay with Stay Better Vacations!
• Fire Pit • Bicycles • Gas Grill • Sunroom • Riverfront • 2 King Beds • Screened Porch • Outdoor Shower • Hose for cleaning Boat • Minimum Age to Rent is 25 • Lighted Fish Cleaning Station • Stairs Required to Access Cottage • Circular Driveway to Pull Boat Through
BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE! Once booked, you'll receive a code for quick access to YOUR RESERVATION DETAILS through our app called HAPPY STAYS. In addition to details about your booking, you'll find important tips about your rental, local attractions, and can even book your next stay!
IT'S ADVISABLE to purchase travel insurance to safeguard your vacation investment. Additionally, please be aware that we don't offer refunds or rescheduling for bookings impacted by inclement weather, including tropical storms or hurricanes.
--EXPERIENCE THE QUIET CHARM OF ST. MARYS-- Discover the laid-back vibes of St. Marys, nestled in Southeast Georgia and embraced by Southern hospitality. Explore Historic Downtown, where guests can peruse quaint shops and savor local dining options. Both the St. Marys Intracoastal Gateway Marina and the Cumberland Island Ferry Dock downtown offer convenient access for travelers and adventurers alike. Additionally, for those affiliated with the Kings Bay Submarine Base, St. Marys serves as a convenient home base. Dive into the town's charm with a variety of outdoor activities, including biking, birding, boating, fishing, geocaching, hiking, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Experience a peaceful escape with seamless access to nature, making St. Marys an ideal choice for your next getaway.
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Property # 1742428vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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. Marys
Located in St. Marys, this cottage is on a river. Laurel Island Links and Club at Osprey Cove are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Howard Peeple's Park and St. Marys Railroad Museum. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
Cumberland Island Ferry - 19 min drive - 18.6 km
Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center - 19 min drive - 18.6 km
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens - 51 min drive - 73.5 km
Getting around
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 13 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Laurel Island Clubhouse Restaurant - 15 min drive
Waffle House - 13 min drive
Wasabi Sushi - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Crooked River Charm: Sabina's Riverside Cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Crooked River Charm: Sabina's Riverside Cottage?
As of 9 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crooked River Charm: Sabina's Riverside Cottage on 14 Jun, 2026 start from S$227, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Crooked River Charm: Sabina's Riverside Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Crooked River Charm: Sabina's Riverside Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Crooked River Charm: Sabina's Riverside Cottage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Crooked River Charm: Sabina's Riverside Cottage located?
Situated on a river, this cottage is steps from Crooked River State Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of McIntosh Sugarmill Park and Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay. VA St Marys and Laurel Island Links are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
What a great cottage with a fabulous view.We enjoyed St Mary’s, Crooked River Park and Jekyll Island. Cottage was very well appointed with cooking ware, great towels and bed linens.
Patricia C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May, 2026
Thank you so much, this made our day! We're glad the cottage felt like home with everything you needed, and that you got to experience a little bit of everything the area has to offer. The location really is a wonderful base for exploring -- from the Crooked River right out front to Jekyll Island and beyond, there's so much within easy reach. We hope to see you back on the river soon!
Stay Better Vacations
Beautiful location and easily accessible to Cumberland Island Ferry, Okefenokee and Crooked River State Park. Home was clean, well organized and comfortable. Very peaceful location with great bird watching.
mandy g.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amanda C.
9 Feb, 2026
Lovely spot!
The view from the back porch is so lovely! We enjoyed sitting out in the back deck and seeing dolphins and several different birds. Perfectly clean and very comfortable. Beds were comfy! Would stay here again for sure.
Everything was perfect, comfortable and so much charm. loved the cottage itself and all the amenities were amazing, outstanding! watched dolphins rising above the water, watched the moon rise over the water, prettiest we've ever seen. The place and the area were so peaceful. We hope to return and stay longer, hated to leave!
This place was absolutely ….I loved the fact that the history of the place was put up for the guests to see…. This place had everything we needed… The view was amazing….
Candy S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2025
Thank you, Candy, for your wonderful feedback. We're pleased you enjoyed the history shared at the property and that it had everything you needed. It's great to hear the view made your stay even better. We hope to host you again soon!
The cottage was lovely, everything clean, comfortable and convenient. The location was wonderful with great views of the river and lots of birds including an osprey nest. We had a great time and would absolutely stay here again.
Deborah L.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amber H.
28 Mar, 2025
Excellent
Can't wait to go back! The place is amazing, cozy, clean and a perfect location!
Loved our little getaway! Will definitely be back!
Vickie H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2023
Vickie, thank you so much for your kind review! So glad you had a great time. We look forward to hosting you next time you're in St. Marys.
Stacie-Stay Better Vacations
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer W.
10 Jan, 2024
Beautiful cottage
Was a beautiful cottage. Cozy & comfortable! We would definitely stay again.
Thank you Tracy for taking time to leave a review and positive feedback. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed the river cottage and those beautiful views. We look forward to hosting you next time you're in St. Marys.
Stacie - Stay Better Vacations
We enjoyed our stay at this house by the river. It was well stocked and had all that we needed. The location was great for us.
Bridget S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2023
Thank you Bridget for taking time to leave a review and positive feedback. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed the home and look forward to hosting you next time.
Stacie - Stay Better Vacations
We loved the location, close to the water with beautiful views morning and evening. The cottage is historic and restored to offer modern day comforts. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and plan to return!
Karen Embry J.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Luann L.
16 Feb, 2024
Charming Cottage
We loved the TLC that went into restoring this cottage! A great and relaxing location for exploring St. Mary's Georgia.
This was a relaxing stay in a very cool location. We loved visiting Cumberland Island. The setting at the cottage was private with large moss-covered live oaks.
Stephen D.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2023
Thank you Stephen for the wonderful review and positive feedback. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the home and it had everything you needed to truly sit back and relax while also getting to explore Cumberland Island. We look forward to hosting you the next time you're in St. Marys.
Stacie – Stay Better Vacations
Cozy cottage that feels homey, with a lovely view of the river and marsh. Sit on the deck and watch the egrets and boats launching while sipping coffee or a glass of wine is the epitome of relaxation. This was a much needed getaway, that didn’t disappoint. Management worked wonderfully with us as life circumstances made us reschedule and they were very accommodating.
We had a wonderful time at our visit to St. Mary's last week! The house had amazing views of the water and was in a great location. Very clean and accommodating. We will definitely be back!
Colleen G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2023
Thank you for the outstanding feedback Colleen! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the home, its cleanliness, location and amazing river views. We look forward to hosting you the next time you're in St. Marys.
Stacie – Stay Better Vacations
Sabinas cottage was just as pictured, very nice. We enjoyed exploring the area and just relaxing. We enjoyed the scenery on the river and watching the osprey. We definitely recommend the cottage. Pam
The cottage was a perfect long weekend spot for our little family get away. The cottage was beautiful and the property was perfect. Access to the bot launch made the trips to Cumberland quick and easy.
Samantha J.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2023
Thank you for the outstanding review Samantha! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the cottage and its proximity to the boat ramp. We look forward to hosting you the next time you're in St. Marys.
Stacie – Stay Better Vacations
Cute, Comfortable and great location. We throughly enjoyed our short time at Sabina's cottage. We loved seeing the sunrise and enjoying the peacefulness of the surroundings. We only stayed for 2 nights but if we are ever in the area again, we would definitely stay here.
Anne O.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec, 2023
We are so pleased to hear that Anne! Thank you for your positive feedback. We look forward to hosting you the next time you’re in St. Marys, GA.
Stacie – Stay Better Vacations
Super comfortable and cozy cottage. Wonderful views of the river. Incredibly well furnished. Ir even had bikes for us to ride. The check-in process is a breeze.
LynnAnn D.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2023
Thank you LynnAnn for the wonderful review and positive feedback. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the cottage, its river views, ease of check-in and it had everything you needed for a comfortable stay. We look forward to hosting you the next time you’re in St. Marys.
Stacie – Stay Better Vacations
Great view in a cute cabin facing the river. Everything you need to enjoy a few days away. Beds comfy, fully equipped kitchen. Communication excellent.
Karen B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2023
Thank you for the review Karen and I'm glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. I hope you will visit again!
We loved the house, especially the screened porch and osprey nest/cam. 💕
David S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2023
Thank you David for taking time to leave a review and positive feedback. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed the home and screened porch. We are happy to hear you took advantage of the osprey cam also! We look forward to hosting you next time.
Stacie - Stay Better Vacations
We had such a wonderful experience here. It is a beautiful spot, and the cottage is so nice and well cared for. Being able to explore the state park and just sit and watch the river and the birds was so relaxing. It was a wonderful weekend. We hope to come back!
Ellen M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2023
Thank you Ellen for this beautiful review! We are glad to hear you enjoyed the cottage, its location and the view. We look forward to hosting you on your return to St. Marys.
Stacie – Stay Better Vacations
About the host
Hosted by Stay Better Vacations
OUR primary goal is you, our guest. Each rental we manage is individually owned and our team, composed of locals who have lived here for over 20 years, work in tandem with the owner to present a thoughtful, clean, and maintained vacation rental. We truly care about your experience while staying with us. You'll quickly discover that communication, accessibility and service earns us the most honored form of recognition - returning guests.
Why they chose this property
Why Stay in a Vacation Rental instead of a Hotel?
•Gas Grill •A place to call home •Screened Porch, Sunroom and Deck •Larger, more comfortable living space •Washer/Dryer so you don't go home with dirty laundry •Fully equipped kitchen means no big eating-out expense
What makes this property unique
Stay Better Vacations’ #1 goal is for you to have a 5-star experience. We strive to provide everything you need, and hope the Digital Guide Book you receive will answer any questions you may have during your stay.
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests