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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Need warmer weather near the Islands. Check out our Spring Brake rates!

The “Sweet Spot” is exactly that – the perfect location just steps away to your vacation’s best memories...

PRISTINE NATURE NOT TO BE MISSED…

View the water of the St Marys River from our beautiful cottage is a short walk to the waterfront and across the street from the Cumberland Queen Ferry which is the exclusive gateway to Cumberland Island-Georgia’s largest and southernmost barrier island. On Cumberland Island, you will find beautiful maritime forests, undeveloped beaches, wide marshes and amazing wildlife! You will even see horses roaming free! With over 9,800 acres, Cumberland Island is one of the largest wilderness areas in a National Seashore on the entire east coast. Come explore some of Georgia's most natural beauty.

ACTIVITIES ABOUND

Biking, Fishing, Sailing, Jet ski, Swimming, Water Park, Golf or Tennis, Hiking, Boating, Kayaking, Snorkeling/Diving, Hunting, Restaurants, Live Theater, Marina, Cinemas, Antiquing, Bird Watching, Beach combing, Shelling, Eco Tourism, History tours, Wildlife viewing, Exploring or simple R&R!

‘SWEETLY’ APPOINTED COTTAGE

This quaint 650 sq ft. tastefully decorated cottage features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a comfortable living room with flat screen HDTV and DVD, central HVAC, washer-dryer, and well-equipped kitchen. There are hardwoods throughout with a king in the master bedroom, and a double and single (bunk beds) in the 2nd bedroom.

Choose you dining spot: You can seat 4 for meals in the kitchen, or more on the patio. There’s a grill in the back yard that’s great for cookouts.

2 ADULT BIKES free to use TO EXPLORE...BRING YOUR BOAT OR JET SKI (free public boat ramps across the street)

Bikes are a must to explore the historic area. We have two with helmets complimentary for your pleasure during your stay. There are two free public boat ramps nearby and ample extra parking across the street.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

Max 2 dogs. Pet fee per dog

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No where on property

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1041993vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

St. Marys

Located in St. Marys, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. St. Marys Submarine Museum and St. Marys Railroad Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Howard Peeple's Park and Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park. Island Falls Golf and Fernandina Beach Pinball Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
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St Marys, GA

What's nearby

  • Cumberland Island National Seashore - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • St. Marys Submarine Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cumberland Island Ferry - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. Marys Welcome Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brackish Beer Company - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Need warmer weather near the Islands. Check out our Spring Brake rates! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Need warmer weather near the Islands. Check out our Spring Brake rates!?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Need warmer weather near the Islands. Check out our Spring Brake rates! on 6 July 2026 start from AU$181, 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 Need warmer weather near the Islands. Check out our Spring Brake rates!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Need warmer weather near the Islands. Check out our Spring Brake rates!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Need warmer weather near the Islands. Check out our Spring Brake rates!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Need warmer weather near the Islands. Check out our Spring Brake rates! located?

Located in the heart of St. Marys, this holiday home is steps away from Cumberland Island National Seashore, St. Marys Submarine Museum and Howard Gilman Waterfront Park. Cumberland Island Ferry and Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center are also within 5 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 8 - Good. 39 out of 190 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 190 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 190 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is exactly what you want for a trip to st marys. Waterfront at your front door and everything there is to do walking distance from where youll lay your head down!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review. Please come again anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very comfortable during our stay. We could see the owners have made a great deal of effort to make guests comfortable. The location was fantastic, we wish the weather had been so too, but the full day of our stay was very windy and cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2026
Thank you so much! Please come again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location. Great communication. Loved it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2026
Thank you so much, you were amazing to work with.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is magical. We enjoyed our stay and fell in love with St. Mary’s. The house is very old. It’s Like going to your grandmas house. With it being old, comes old house issues. The toilet was finicky and the water pressure was meh. The house is super cozy and cute. The location is perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2026
Thank you for staying with us... Come again
Verified

8/10 Good

Janice F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fine. Convenient to downtown and visiting family.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb 2026
Thank you so much for choosing to stay with us!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice area. Cute older house. I would recommend bringing your own blankets if you get cold easily. Shower could use updating but overall okay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review
Verified

6/10 Okay

Winston J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Facilitated what we needed as we really only used the house to shower and sleep. Would recommend some cosmetic work to help it feel a lot more cared for and welcoming. Its got age on it which can bring charm and appeal, but it really needs some TLC. There is no need to list those items that need attention. The check in and minimal communication we had was great, very clear instructions and directions. Beautiful area and parking across the street was easy. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2026
Thank you! We hope you come again
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert M.

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

Qaunt little place close to water

Very nice, and convient place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2025
Thank you so much Robert for choosing to stay with us. The house is defiantly located in the sweetest spot in town. Come again anytime, we do give our returning guest a discount!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara R.

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

Great getaway

Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Cara thank you so much for choosing the Sweet Spot! Come again anytime!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

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

Great Location

This was a great home to stay in for our Cumberland Island visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2023
Colleen thank you so much for an outstanding review! Come back anytime 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Great location and nice place in town

We walked to restaurants and shopping, kayaked, took the Cumberland Island ferry trip and really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you so much Scott for taking time to write a fantastic review. I am thankful to hear you used our complimentary kayaks. Cumberland Island is a definite must do when in St Mary's.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Awesome Getaway!!

Perfect location for a St Mary’s / Cumberland Island getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2024
Thank you so much for an awesome review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim and Joe M.

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

Great place and location

We were very pleased with the cottage and location. We will stay again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Kim and Joe, thank you for staying at our cottage. I am grateful to know you enjoyed your stay. Feel free to book again and you will receive a loyal guest discount.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

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

Perfect trip

Really enjoyed stay and how close house was to everything. Will definitely stay here next time in St Mary’s,
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Theresa S.

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

Great Location

The house is in a great location. Walking distance to everything. The property manager is great. She is very knowledgeable about the area, quickly responds and meets your needs.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov 2025
Thank you so much!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Was a home away from home, wish hot tub had been running, but was a beautiful place, definitely could see my self returning, beautiful area!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelby S.

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

Perfect getaway!

Really enjoyed our stay at this unit. Perfect for my husband and I. Relaxing getaway. Unit was cozy and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2024
Shelby thank you so much for an outstanding review! Come back anytime
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

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

Peaceful Getaway

Quiet yet convenient to local attractions. Perfect fit for a couple.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay with us! The house is definitely in the best spot. Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

Great place, best location

Everything was great but in particular the location across from the ferry was perfect. My young son and I were able to have an overnight adventure on the island while my sister and brother-in-law stayed and enjoyed St Mary after a day trip to the island with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
I am so glad everything worked out perfectly for yall. Matthew feel free to stay again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

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

Great Location

Cute little place with a great location, the bikes are a big plus to do some exploring with. Restaurants in easy walking distance, and a free public boat ramp across the street that isn't the least bit crowded.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you so much Edwin! Come again anytime
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis M.

Nice, clean, convenient.

Great little house. Convenient to Ferry to Cumberland Island & other downtown attractions/restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review. We would love to invite you to stay again with us. I am pleased to see that you enjoyed our sweet little town and our sweet little cottage
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

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

Location, Location, Location

This is the perfect place to stay and experience St. Mary's and Cumberland Island. Restaurants and the dock are an easy walk. It's a charming little cottage. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you thank you thank you Courtney! Please come again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda W.

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

St Mary’s bungalow

Nice quite historic bungalow
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you so much Belinda! Come again anytime
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Adorable home close to town.

We loved our stay here! So easy to walk to Saint Mary's Park, Historic Downtown and to local restaurants. We didn't use the hot tub, but it was nice to have that option. We will absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. The Sweet Spot earned it's name because of the location, in the sweet spot of town. Your welcome stay anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen N.

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

Great location and really comfy beds!

This place was perfect for my family of 4. We went to Cumberland island and it’s within walking distance of the ferry. We were also able to walk to a few restaurants for dinner and breakfast. The beds are so comfortable! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2024
Thank you thank you for staying with us. We sure love the downtown area of st marys too! Everything is in walking distance.

About the host

Hosted by Tiffany Petrie

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The owners are a couple from Atlanta, GA that loves to slip away from the busy-ness of the city to the tranquility and beauty of the Coast. We enjoy the abundance of outside activities and also as a couple simply for 'us' time. We enjoy the romantic side of St Marys and Cumberland Island. Jimmy & Carla

Why they chose this property

We love nature, horses and the simple things in life. We fell in love with this quaint Cottage and named it 'The Sweet Spot' because that's exactly what it is. Its only steps and or minutes away to coastal treasures that we love. We always return for the historical charm of St Marys and the mystery and beauty of Cumberland Island.

What makes this property unique

Location - location - location. To the waterfront, to the Cumberland Island Ferry, to the children's park and to great local restaurants and cafes.

Premier Host

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