The Salty Pickle - Beach front access, Pickleball Court, Pool, Hot Tub!
The East End neighborhood has that 'Old Florida' vibe that Forgotten Coast visitors love, family friendly atmosphere and spectacular views of St. George Island's award winning beaches.
The Salty Pickle is on the edge of the Gulf Beaches area -- 1.8 miles to local shops, markets, restaurants, nightlife, St. George Lighthouse Museum and playground, fishing pier and just 2.5 miles to the State Park. The charming shops, restaurants, galleries and historic attractions of Apalachicola are just 20 minutes by car. Spend your days splashing in the waters of the private pool (heated for a fee) or soak up the sunshine on the unspoiled Gulf beaches. The pool deck extends to underneath the house to provide a shady area to gather by the pool and a nearby ping pong table and TV under the house provides entertainment between dips in the pool. Just outside the pool deck is a dedicated outdoor regulation cornhole court which is also great for bocce ball. And don't forget to bring your paddles to take advantage of the full sized private pickleball court! The enclosed outdoor shower (hot/cold), fish cleaning area and park-style grill are perfect for beachgoers and boaters after a day on the beach. Your dogs will love the large fenced dog run, which features easy access directly from the deck stairs, as well as a ground level gate. There's ample private parking with free Level 2 EV Charging and a covered entry.
Enclosed foyer stairs lead to this home's beautiful interior spaces. Exterior stairs serve both decks and the exterior elevator is available for guest use. Fabulous new porcelain plank floors greet you as you enter the first floor of this home. This floor also features a 2nd living area with seating for 8, 75" flat screen TV perfect for movies or gaming, coffee bar with mini fridge, it connects to the large screened deck area big enough to accommodate all 18 guests and featuring its own large flat screen TV.
Sleeping Accommodations are on the 1st floor and boast the Southwest, South and Southeast king master bedrooms with full private bathrooms, closets and flat screen TVs facing the Gulf of Mexico with direct lower deck access! The Northeast king master bedroom provides privacy and has a full private bathroom and flat screen TV. The Northwest bunk bedroom has plenty of space for the little ones with 8 individual beds (1 California King, 1 Queen, 6 Twin XL).
Upstairs, the open and spacious living/dining/kitchen area offers amazing views of the Gulf from the wall of windows and sliding glass doors, which lead out to the large Gulf facing deck. Enjoy relaxing in the hot tub looking at the Gulf Coast SGI beaches. This comfortable seating area is perfect for enjoying chill time and soothing sea breezes. The upper deck's large dining area provides options for al fresco dining. The dining area has 2 large dining tables with seating for 16 and seating for 4 at the large kitchen island, so there is lots of room at mealtime to gather. The large kitchen island is perfect for gathering family and friends together and the beautiful new kitchen with high end appliances has been stocked with everything needed to create delicious coastal feasts. There is also a half bathroom on the second floor. All the TVs in the home are new Smart TVs and the common areas feature easily accessible HDMI hookups for your gaming systems or other streaming device. Smart Car charging compatible at no extra cost. Dog friendly.
Bed Sizes: 5 Kings, 1 Triple Twin XL Bunk Bed (3 Twins), 1 Twin XL over Twin XL Bunk Bed (2 Twins), 1 Twin XL over Queen Bunk Bed
Pets are welcome with a $150 fee per pet. Optional pool heating is available for $65 per night.
Your beach vacation rental through St. George Island Vacations includes a beach gear credit that can be applied to beach chairs, umbrellas, bicycles, paddleboards, kayaks, beach wagons and more!
Spoil yourself by using our personal shopper service: we can stock the fridge, pantry, and bar - all you need to do is check in and enjoy your Forgotten Coast beach vacation!
2026 and 2027 Monthly Rates (before taxes): January (Jan 3-Jan 30) - $8165 February (Jan 31-Feb 27) - $8165 December (Dec 5-Jan 1) - $10,236
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
St. George Island
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in East End, a neighbourhood in St. George Island. St. George Lighthouse and Orman House Historic State Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Downtown Books & Purl and Apalachicola Chocalate Company. Looking to get your feet wet? Sailing, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
St. George Island Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
Port St. Joe Beach - 50 min drive - 67.3 km
Indian Pass Beach - 53 min drive - 70.3 km
Restaurants
FatDaddy’s Smokehouse and Grill - 16 min drive
Red Pirate - 11 min drive
Family Coastal Restaurant - 13 min drive
Blue Parrot - 4 min drive
The Beach Pit - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does The Salty Pickle - Beach front access, Pickleball Court, Pool, Hot Tub! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at The Salty Pickle - Beach front access, Pickleball Court, Pool, Hot Tub!?
As of 11 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Salty Pickle - Beach front access, Pickleball Court, Pool, Hot Tub! on 28 Nov, 2026 start from S$850, 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.
Is The Salty Pickle - Beach front access, Pickleball Court, Pool, Hot Tub! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Salty Pickle - Beach front access, Pickleball Court, Pool, Hot Tub!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Salty Pickle - Beach front access, Pickleball Court, Pool, Hot Tub!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Salty Pickle - Beach front access, Pickleball Court, Pool, Hot Tub!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Salty Pickle - Beach front access, Pickleball Court, Pool, Hot Tub! located?
Nestled on the beach, this East End holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of St. George Island Beach, St. George Island Visitor Center and St. George Lighthouse. Bryant Patton Bridge and St. George Island Fishing Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Amazing house!!!! Perfect location and beautifully updated home. The welcome bag was the most thoughtful touch!We had an amazing spring break here. 5 out of 5 all around
Really impressed with how well thought out the house and property were designed. Excellent beach location and house amenities. Very responsive management company. Definitely will rent again.
L A.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michael F.
16 Oct, 2025
Salty Pickle
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great week! Loved all the amenities! Plenty of room for the entire family.
Michael F.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct, 2025
We are so glad to hear that you had a great time at The Salty Pickle! We enjoyed hosting your stay and hope that we will see you again soon.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Linda M.
19 Oct, 2025
Salty Pickle
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Wonderful Property - reasonably priced ~ great vacation rental company to work with! Would give 10 stars if we could.
Linda M.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much for the raving review! We appreciate your feedback, but even more so - we appreciate you trusting us with your vacation! We hope to see you again really soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kim B.
19 Jun, 2025
Possibly our favorite vacation home ever
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Everything was wonderful. The home is amazing and met or exceeded all of our expectations.
Kim B.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2025
Thank you for the kind words, Kimberly! We hope to welcome you back to The Salty Pickle again soon!
The Salty Pickle was the BEST! We loved playing pickle ball every day…the pool was terrific and lots of room for us to spread out. Very clean and our dogs loved it. The elevator was wonderful especially for our older lab. Thank you for sharing this place. We will be back!! Check out our shirts we made for The Salty Pickle on our cricket. So much fun!!
Kim F.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer R.
20 Apr, 2025
Excellent!!!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Excellent
The home was awesome! Views that I don't think could be beat - Sunrise and sunset over the Gulf! The kitchen is amazing with 2 dishwashers and 2 ovens and it is FULLY stocked with all the appliances, glasses, dishes, etc. you could need... and the view made cooking so much better! It is a just little walk down the board walkway to the beach. The dog yard is fenced and easy access to let them out to without concern. No need to rent cornhole boards or sports equipment as the house had all that we needed. The few little things that came up were quickly handled by the property management. The only thing that was not clear on the documents was pet fee...so be sure to double check that so there aren't any last minute stressors. The weather was cold and we still spent time on the beach collecting shells and even sand dollars. The hot tub was a hit in the cold weather. This home was perfect for what we needed. We travelled with 10 adults, 1 child and 2 dogs.
A very nicely appointed house with tons of space for the family to hang out or spread out.
Mark H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
dena e.
23 Nov, 2025
Pickleball Heaven
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had 4 couples and our dog stay at this wonderful home. It is set up beautifully for pets!!! I never had to worry about my pup getting loose. The home was clean and the floor plan was fantastic. All the bedrooms are on the same floor...along with the lovely screened in porch. The kitchen, dining room and den was on the top floor...with a huge deck overlooking the water. The pool isn’t very big, but big enough to enjoy! The pickleball court was brand new looking. We played every day! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
dena e.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov, 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely review of The Salty Pickle! We’re delighted to hear that you all such a wonderful stay. The owners of the home thoughtfully designed with all different groups in mind, so it makes us smile to know you felt completely at ease letting your dog enjoy the getaway right alongside everyone else.
We’re glad the cleanliness, convenient floor plan, and main-level bedrooms made everything comfortable for your group. That screened-in porch is a favorite spot of ours too—perfect for morning coffee or a breezy afternoon chat. And we’re thrilled you enjoyed the upstairs kitchen, dining, and living areas along with that big deck overlooking the water. It really does make those island views extra special.
Happy to hear the pool was refreshing and just the right size for some fun, and we love that y’all made such great use of the pickleball court! It’s wonderful to know it added a little friendly competition to your stay.
Thank you again for choosing The Salty Pickle. We truly enjoyed hosting you and would be honored to welcome you back anytime!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brigetta N.
27 Jul, 2025
Wonderful vacation and memories
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was a beautiful home in a beautiful location. I can’t say enough about this home and location. It is stunning. So much space. We absolutely loved the pool and the pickleball. The owners are very responsive if you need anything. Will definitely go again
Brigetta N.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul, 2025
Thank you, Britgetta! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at The Salty Pickle and hope to welcome you back soon.
Loved the salty pickle. Everything was great except for the boardwalk to the beach. No one told us there were steps up and down numerous times. Other than the walk to the beach, the house is fabulous.!
Mary K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
4 Dec, 2024
Great Vacation Home for Families and Pets!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great experience at the Salty Pickle! House was clean and close to beach. There was a ton of room for family members and we loved the pickle ball court!
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec, 2024
We appreciate you leaving a review. We're glad you had a wonderful experience, and we hope to have you again!
This property was amazing! The house was stocked so well with everything we could possibly need. Such a beautiful home. The property management company was also excellent. All around fantastic experience! We will be back!
Natasha A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept, 2024
Thank you so much! We're glad you had a wonderful time. We hope to have you again (:
We loved our stay at the Salty Pickle! The pickleball court is why we booked (which was AWESOME!) but we enjoyed the many other amenities as well. The management company does a great job of making you feel welcomed and taken care of and even provided a bag of essentials for the week which we really appreciated. We’ve stayed in many places on the island and this was one of our favorites. 10/10!
Blair B.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec, 2024
Thank you for your review! We're so happy your family had a wonderful stay at The Salty Pickle and enjoyed the many amenities. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again (:
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Sandy Springs, GA
17 Jun, 2024
Salty Pickle property excellent
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great house, well stocked and arranged. We loved our week there. Perfect for a crowd, I highly recommend it.
A guest from Sandy Springs, GA
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2024
We're thankful and appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us! We hope to have you again! :)
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tami C.
17 Sept, 2025
Best vacation house we have ever rented
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was perfect for our family. There wasn’t anything needed that wasn’t already there. The house was stocked with everything you might need to get your vacation started and then some. The kitchen had everything anyone may need for preparing all different types of meals. The welcome package left for us was the most thoughtful/useful package ever left for us and we have rented homes at different beaches for the last 25 plus years and this was the very best one yet and it very much appreciated. We felt very welcome and at home. The Owner thought of everything. We will definitely be back.
Tami C.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2025
Thank you, Tami, for your review! We hope to host you and your family again at The Salty Pickle. Thank you for choosing GCVP!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carlos C.
25 Jun, 2024
Salty Pickle
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We stayed at the Salty Pickle. Everything was great. Also, Gulf Coast SGI was wonderful to work with to arrange our vacation.
Carlos C.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul, 2024
We're grateful and appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us! We hope to have you again!
Verified
4/10 Poor
Paula B.
22 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Bit of a let down
Will be a nice place when it is fully complete. That wasn’t the case for our stay… lots of issues
Paula B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan, 2024
Thank you for staying at The Salty Pickle last Summer and being one of our first guests! We apologize for any inconveniences you experienced and guarantee we have worked out ALL of the kinks! We would love to have you back to experience The Salty Pickle to its fullest potential! We're sending you a competitive priced quote to compensate you for the first experience in hopes of getting you back to SGI!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Katie R.
10 Aug, 2025
Our Amazing Family Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This vacation was to get all our kids and grandkids together. We loved this cottage "The Salty Pickle more than any place we've ever stayed on St. George Island. The cottage is beautiful, large with space for everyone and all the family felt spoiled. Great kitchen, a pool, ping pong table that we used daily, and a full size pickle ball court. Some of us lost weight while there because we played more than our usual amount of pickle ball. And of course it's a fun walk down the board path to the beach. I totally recommend this cottage for active families and for lots of entertainment. Plenty of Tv's, so everyone can watch something different. Best ever cottage!!!!
Katie R.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2025
Thank you, Katie! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us at The Salty Pickle. It truly is a one-of-a-kind place! We hope to host you again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dallas W.
21 Apr, 2025
Salty Pickle
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Thank you. The rental process was efficient and easy. The pricing was fair, and the house description was on point. We appreciated the rental company's communication. We also appreciated the finishings of the home including appliances as they were of better quality than some other houses we've rented. We would definitely rent this house again and use this rental company.
Dallas W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sandy L.
12 Nov, 2024
Salty Pickle Family Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our annual fall family gathering at SGI was a memory maker as always and our home for the week, Salty Pickle, was amazing - everything we needed and it over met any expectations we may have had. The remodel/renovation was beautiful. Modern but homey. Well thought out and the use of space was unbelievable. I would highly recommend this property to a larger group and bonus, if you love Pickle Ball, the court was fun for all ages!!!!!
Sandy L.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov, 2024
We appreciate your review! We're delighted to know that you guys had a wonderful experience, and we hope to host you again in the future! (:
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lisa T.
22 Aug, 2023
Wonderful stay at the Salty Pickle!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great time at this house! It's beautiful inside and out. We loved the short walk to the beach and having a fenced in area for the pups. We also loved the upstairs part of this house, both inside and on the porch. It was great to be able to see and hear the ocean. This was one of our favorite rentals ever. Great house, great location, great views! Can't wait to come back!
Lisa T.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your review! We are so happy that you and your family had a wonderful stay and we hope to have you back!
-GCVP
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
1 Oct, 2024
Short but sweet
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house is great. Perfect for 8 adults, 10 kids ages 10-16 and one beach loving dog. The kitchen has two FULL size refrigerators, two dishwashers and FOUR garbage cans. They thought of EVERYTHING. We had to leave after day 3 of our 7 day stay, due to Hurricane Helene. We will definitely consider this house again for next year.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct, 2024
Thank you for a wonderful review! We're grateful to know that you had a wonderful stay, despite the mandatory evacuation for hurricane Helene. We hope to have you again! (:
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