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Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 82131 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
King Bedroom Upstairs
1 King Bed
Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
Queen Room 1
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
Full Bath 1
Full Bath 2
Full Bath 3
Half Bath 1
Half Bath 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage
Ava Mae Cottage was designed for pool side relaxation and comfortable indoor living spaces for your family vacation. Come on in and wind down to the island lifestyle. Home sleeps 6 in bedrooms with 2 additional single sofa beds. This is a 3 bedroom home with additional loft sleeping. Bring your swimsuits and have fun!
[Special Discounts]
Enter these dates to see discounted rates:
March 22-28, 2026 (up to 6 nights)
April 4-7, 2026 (3 nights)
April 10-13, 2026 (3 nights)
April 20-23, 2026 (3 nights)
April 26-May 3, 2026 (up to 7 nights)
THE SPACE
Ava Mae Cottage was designed for pool side relaxation and comfortable indoor living spaces. Big pool with poolside seating options in sun and shade.
Bedrooms:
* Primary Suite: Upstairs, king bed smart TV, adjoining full bathroom with shower and separate water closet.
* Downstairs King Suite: king bed, smart TV, adjoining full bathroom with shower.
* Upstairs Queen: queen bed, smart tv, adjoining bath with combo tub/shower.
* Loft Area: additional sleeping for 2 in sofa chairs that convert to twin beds (see photos).
More about the layout:
From the front door, you will step into the dining area and a half bath on the left. This leads into the open kitchen and family room with a smart TV and plenty of seating for guests.
Heading outdoor to the covered patio area there is a Green Egg for cookouts and outdoor lounging area at the pool house. The pool house has a half bath for your use.
Pool is a generous size of 24ft X 24ft and has an option to heat in the cooler months. (a fee will apply)
Back inside is a laundry room with washer and dryer for your use.
Parking is available for 3-cars max in front of the home. No street parking.
Pool is approximately 24 x 24ft
Located on the south end of the Island, St. Simons Pier Village district serves as the downtown social hub and is a popular destination for shopping, dining and gathering on the pier and nearby lighthouse, playground and picnic areas. Overlooking the ocean and Jekyll Island across the way, you'll find the St. Simons Lighthouse and Museum, Neptune Park with its ocean side pool and facilities, playground, miniature golf course, and an oak shaded picnic area, fishing pier, public library and theater.
MORE INFO
Beach Gear Included!: This home offers beach gear such as beach chairs and beach towels FREE for your use! Bikes, carts, paddleboards and more are available for rent locally, discount included. There are no fees or surcharges attached to your reservation.
Pets: This is not a pet friendly home.
Heated Pool: This property offers a heated pool option. The cost is $75/night+tax and can be added up to 48 hours before arrival. Let us know if you'd like to heat the pool!
No Smoking: No smoking is allowed in the home, on the porches/patios/decks, or on the property in general.
Minimum Age: Must be 25 + to book, or age 30 + on GAFL weekend (last weekend in October) For GAFL weekend (last weekend in October), guests must be age 30 + or kids with their parents, no student groups. We cannot make exceptions for that weekend.
No Events: No events or parties. No overnight guests beyond the original booking group.
Tax Certificate: #126822
[Special Discounts]
Enter these dates to see discounted rates:
March 22-28, 2026 (up to 6 nights)
April 4-7, 2026 (3 nights)
April 10-13, 2026 (3 nights)
April 20-23, 2026 (3 nights)
April 26-May 3, 2026 (up to 7 nights)
THE SPACE
Ava Mae Cottage was designed for pool side relaxation and comfortable indoor living spaces. Big pool with poolside seating options in sun and shade.
Bedrooms:
* Primary Suite: Upstairs, king bed smart TV, adjoining full bathroom with shower and separate water closet.
* Downstairs King Suite: king bed, smart TV, adjoining full bathroom with shower.
* Upstairs Queen: queen bed, smart tv, adjoining bath with combo tub/shower.
* Loft Area: additional sleeping for 2 in sofa chairs that convert to twin beds (see photos).
More about the layout:
From the front door, you will step into the dining area and a half bath on the left. This leads into the open kitchen and family room with a smart TV and plenty of seating for guests.
Heading outdoor to the covered patio area there is a Green Egg for cookouts and outdoor lounging area at the pool house. The pool house has a half bath for your use.
Pool is a generous size of 24ft X 24ft and has an option to heat in the cooler months. (a fee will apply)
Back inside is a laundry room with washer and dryer for your use.
Parking is available for 3-cars max in front of the home. No street parking.
Pool is approximately 24 x 24ft
Located on the south end of the Island, St. Simons Pier Village district serves as the downtown social hub and is a popular destination for shopping, dining and gathering on the pier and nearby lighthouse, playground and picnic areas. Overlooking the ocean and Jekyll Island across the way, you'll find the St. Simons Lighthouse and Museum, Neptune Park with its ocean side pool and facilities, playground, miniature golf course, and an oak shaded picnic area, fishing pier, public library and theater.
MORE INFO
Beach Gear Included!: This home offers beach gear such as beach chairs and beach towels FREE for your use! Bikes, carts, paddleboards and more are available for rent locally, discount included. There are no fees or surcharges attached to your reservation.
Pets: This is not a pet friendly home.
Heated Pool: This property offers a heated pool option. The cost is $75/night+tax and can be added up to 48 hours before arrival. Let us know if you'd like to heat the pool!
No Smoking: No smoking is allowed in the home, on the porches/patios/decks, or on the property in general.
Minimum Age: Must be 25 + to book, or age 30 + on GAFL weekend (last weekend in October) For GAFL weekend (last weekend in October), guests must be age 30 + or kids with their parents, no student groups. We cannot make exceptions for that weekend.
No Events: No events or parties. No overnight guests beyond the original booking group.
Tax Certificate: #126822
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 deadlock
About the area
St. Simons Island
Located in St. Simons Island, this holiday home is near the beach. St. Simons Lighthouse Museum and Bloody Marsh Battle Site are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Shops at Sea Island and Glynn Place Mall. Massengale Park and Glynn Visual Arts are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

St. Simons Island, GA
What's nearby
- East Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Demere Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- St. Simons Lighthouse Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Neptune Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Saint Simons Island Pier - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mellow Mushroom - 18 min walk
- Wake Up Coffee Company - 3 min drive
- Mullet Bay - 16 min walk
- Ziggy’s - 4 min drive
- Iguanas - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
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Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
21 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Barbara H.
31 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home Away From Home
Barbara H.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Barbara H.
29 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and Cozy Retreat
Barbara H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Denise H.
31 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home!
Denise H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shannon C.
5 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our family!!
Shannon C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Betty M.
23 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get way
Betty M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sean M.
17 Mar, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short friends & family getaway
Sean M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy H.
23 Oct, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful House and Location!
Amy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Danette B.
20 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property
Danette B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brooke G.
6 Oct, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An Absolute Peach! Beautiful and Super Clean!
Brooke G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
ellen h.
5 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house w/ super fab pool
ellen h.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Austin T.
24 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location and Pool
Austin T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Whitney D.
24 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We didn’t want to leave!
Whitney D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristin M.
24 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Beautiful Property with a Fantastic Pool
Kristin M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Ren P.
30 Jun, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice visit
Ren P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura S.
25 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation
Laura S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
24 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Rental
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steven P.
14 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay!
Steven P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sara L.
17 Apr, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accomodations
Sara L.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cyndy A.
26 Mar, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful vacation house!
Cyndy A.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca L.
23 Feb, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful long weekend getaway
Rebecca L.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tracie M.
7 Feb, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Birthday Weekend
Tracie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Judy P.
30 Nov, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home and Immaculately clean
Judy P.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pam B.
29 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bachelorette Weekend Success!!
Pam B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tina H.
24 Aug, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location house was just amazing
Tina H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
About the host
Hosted by Alex - Lighthouse Vacations
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