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20 Steps 'till Toes in the Sand with Private Beach Access

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a kitchenette.
A compact living space with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a cabinet.
A beach with a sunset, featuring a wide sandy area and a calm sea.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a dresser, a desk, and a chair.
A beach with sand, seaweed, and a lighthouse in the distance.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Tybee Island Beach
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Tybee Island, GA
  • Place, Tybee Island Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, North Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Tybee Island Light Station and Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH)
    ‪87 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

20 Steps 'till Toes in the Sand with Private Beach Access

Tybee Sunshine is a self contained studio apartment on the ground floor and only 20 steps until your toes are in the sand and you enter the beach through a private beach path. Located on the quietest part of beach on Tybee, but also walking distance to some of the best restaurants on the island, including Sundae Cafe, Salt Island, North Beach Bar & Grill, Cockspur and Sea Wolf. Tybee Sunshine is also near Jaycee Park, a beautiful green space with a walking/running/ hiking trail, disc golf, basketball/ pickleball courts, and bird watching.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please do any dishes that you used
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3374350vb
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, a first aid kit 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

Tybee Island

Located on the beach, this condo is in North Beach, a neighbourhood in Tybee Island. Harbour Town Lighthouse is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tybee Island Beach and North Beach. Tybee Arts Center and Tybee Island Marine Science Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Tybee Island, GA

What's nearby

  • Tybee Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • North Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fort Screven - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tybee Island Light Station and Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tybee Island Marine Science Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 30 min drive
  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crab Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Huc-A-Poos Bites and Booze - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pier 16 Seafood Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wind Rose Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪North Beach Bar and Grill - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 20 Steps 'till Toes in the Sand with Private Beach Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 20 Steps 'till Toes in the Sand with Private Beach Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 20 Steps 'till Toes in the Sand with Private Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 20 Steps 'till Toes in the Sand with Private Beach Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 20 Steps 'till Toes in the Sand with Private Beach Access located?

Nestled on the beach, this North Beach condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Jaycee Park and Tybee Island Beach. Tybee Post Theater and Tybee Arts Center are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Branden J.

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

Best location on Tybee

We loved our syay at Tybee Sunshine. It's far enough from the major beaches to keep you out of the crowds but close enough to walk to several excellent restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie E.

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

Great little place!

We stayed to celebrate our anniversary and it was a great little place to visit Tybee Island for a couple days. Great host and super clean place! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr, 2025
Thank you so much for trusting you with your stay! I love it we get to celebrate guests! You rock! Come back and see us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

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

Beach Getaway

Perfect little spot in Tybee that is walking distance to everything. Clean and quiet, and Ann was so helpful with recommendations in the area. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn P.

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

Great Visit

Host was amazing, very responsive. The best part was the location. Right next to the beach!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our 3 night stay at Tybee Sun! The space is lovely and the vibes are amazing! We couldnt have chosen a more perfect place to stay for a kid-free getaway. Ann is so awesome and has so many great recommendations. Sea Wolf, a restaurant just a short walk away, is fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

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

Quiet getaway

Booked this for my parents and they loved the location. They were secluded enough to enjoy the peace and quiet on the beach but close enough to also enjoy the shops and restaurants without traveling anymore. Definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Exactly as described…a perfect slice of sunshine!

We visited Tybee for a quick Anniversary weekend get-away. Ann was such a gracious and accommodating hostess! She had a welcome basket set out and the condo was so lovely and comfortable. We would 100% stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

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

Quiet and relaxing

My husband and I loved staying here! Ann is a wonderful host and has thought of everything! She was very helpful with suggestions on things to do and where to eat and they were all spot on. She answered us immediately when we had questions! Our favorite part was the close, private access to the beach. Ann, thank you for everything and we will certainly be returning soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

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

Beautiful and Cozy

Ann was an outstanding host! Communication was great and the unit was so nice and convenient. Very clean, comfortable, and cozy. The beach and the town of Tybee were beautiful, my wife and I had a great time visiting and were very happy with Tybee Sunshine.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob P.

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

Amazing details!

From the moment we walked in, we felt so relaxed and welcome! The bed was comfortable. It was just a short walk right to the ocean. We loved the outdoor shower and everything was very CLEAN! If you're looking for a small, perfectly curated place to get away, you found it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Perfect couples getaway

Ann delivered in all areas! My husband and I visited for a long weekend to celebrate my 50th birthday and she even had decorations, snacks and champagne for us! Everything was so nice and clean! We were just steps to the beach which was very private! We really loved the outdoor shower after a long day at the beach! This sweet oasis will not disappoint! I can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul, 2023
Jennifer and her husband were such sweet guests! When they left - I could barely tell they were there! Stellar guests! Please come back to visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CG

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

Best place on Tybee

What an amazing location - literally 50 steps to a prime location on the beach. Ann is an angel and puts the super in superhost. We will be back! She thinks of all the little things and knows everything about the island, so any recommendation is just an ask away. We couldn't have asked for a better experience from start to finish!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun, 2023
Oh my goodness!!! Cathey and Kory were so much fun to host! Of course they were clean and super-easy to have at Tybee Sunshine..… but they were also so outgoing and fun to get to know and be around. I highly recommend them and hope they come back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis L.

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

Perfect getaway!

We booked last minute and were fortunate to land at this spot. Very thoughtful host and the space was so fresh and accommodating. For a studio rental it delivers. Full kitchen, stocked fridge, snacks, beach chairs and a grill. Short walk through the dunes to the beach. My wife uses a cane and made the trek with relative ease.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dee C.

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

Mrs

Outside needs a little tlc. It was good stay ;very limited space but comfortable stay . The host has thought about everything that you would need for a comfortable stay. We had some problems and address them to Ann.The communication and promptness was A1
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meow l.

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

Quiet and quaint

This place was exactly as described in the picture. It's very quiet. A very nice walk to the beach. It was a very short stroll through the dunes. Ann has been the best host! A thoughtful gift basket was a very sweet gift. She was very knowledgeable of you have any questions about Tybee, food suggestions, or anything like that. We really loved this place and we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2024
Thank you so much for staying with me! Loved having you & hope you will come back again!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marty O.

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

Great Little Getaway

Ann was supper helpful with great communication. She even had a goodie basket and wine for us since it was our anniversary. House was just as described. My wife loved the bed and pillows. She usually has trouble sleeping on most beds, but got a great light sleep on this one. The beach was a short walk through the dunes. Would definitely recommend this for your stay and Tybee.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Serenity now

The place was very lovely with everything we needed. Very quiet friendly neighborhood and kind friendly neighbors. Beach access was as advertised with about 20 steps to the dunes and little further to the beach. Very quiet serene beach. We are locals from SC and needed a quick easy get-away. And this was perfectly it. Ann was very responsive and generous. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Almost perfect

The size of the studio was perfect for my needs. It was extremely clean and comfortable. Loved the thick towels. Appreciated the beach chairs. Only problem: it is more than 10 steps to the actual beach. It is10 steps to the path leading to the beach, but it was approximately 375 feet to the beach area. This piece of information should be given. When asked if I could park in the driveway I was told yes since there were no other guests coming until Friday. Very convenient. I appreciated the owner allowing me to do this. It was a very peaceful and uncrowded area of the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Quiet and Secluded Paradise

We spent our honeymoon at Tybee Sunshine. The town and community is quiet, respectful, easy to get around. We walked everywhere. We had our own private walk way to the beach. The room was perfect for two and so inviting. We had a wonderful and comfortable stay. We had no idea when booking we would be staying in the middle of a historic district. Do rich with history! We loved learning about it all. Ann the host was quick to answer any questions we had and had a beautiful basket filled with goodies for us to share to celebrate our marriage! We will defy go back and if your looking for a slow paced relaxing getaway then book here for your next trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great place to stay on the beach! It was perfect for my husband and me. Easy walk to the beach with chairs and then an outdoor shower to rinse off made for a convenient way to go back and forth all day. A welcoming treat and lots of detailed information about the area helped a great deal. Would definitely recommend! The bed was comfortable and the neighborhood offered good options for walking and biking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jeremy P.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Its a basement. When I got there I couldn't get in because the condo labeled number 5 wouldn't open with my code. I tried to contact owner but they didn't get back to me for 40 minutes then told me they were at the beach. By then I had already figured out I was in the basement. It's small, not really clean, cheap furnishings, water lines across ceiling. The only place you have to chill is the carport but the tenenant above gets to park in driveway so if you are sitting there and they pull up you have headlights blasting you. We had to park on the street, right in the front yard, where there is a fire pit an inch from where your car is. Luckily no one made a fire. There is a grill that is super dirty so you can't use. There is a hot tub that doesn't work, bikes that don't work. There is an outdoor shower that is an inch from the front door that everyone can use. So you have to keep your door and your blinds closed, there are beach chairs but they're mounted on the wall to this condo in the basement. So you don't have any privacy, constantly people in your space. If you want somewhere to crash, and you aren't going to stay in the condo and you want close access to the beach, ok. But it's overpriced for what you get. While many other places offer just as easy access with more accommodations. If you want a secluded or nice private getaway, this isn't a place for you, there is no privacy. You're stuck with a carport to sit in and the basement of a condo, very misleading.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

N H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ann Carroll

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I love sharing this little slice of Tybee with my guests! I've lived in the unit upstairs, above Tybee Sunshine since 1989 and I got very lucky finding such a cool, quiet part of the beach back then. A few years ago I renovated the ground level to craft a one bedroom apartment, Tybee Sunshine. It's fun to have guests at Tybee Sunshine and whether I meet them or not, I love helping them find the places on the island that the locals know and love, as well as making sure they don't miss the unique-to-Tybee activities!

Why they chose this property

Back when I moved to Tybee in 1989 and bought Tybee Soulshine, Tybee was a sleepy little island with only 300 year round residents. I loved Tybee Soulshine because it was on the beach and off the beaten path. Fast forward to today and the rest of the island has gotten much more populated and touristy (although still a quirky throw back of the island. Given that, I am now even happier to be in this quiet neighborhood. The best part... is that the island is only 3 miles long and one mile wide, so you can still be a part of the fun (if you want) but sleep with peace & quiet!

What makes this property unique

Walk across the private beach access to dip your toes in the water while you watch the sunrise! Because the beach access is private, the beautiful beach at Tybee Sunshine is unpopulated and quiet! The decor is bright and happy and I've made sure that everything a guest might need is included!

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