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Mermaid Cottage in Beautiful Downtown St Marys GA- Gateway to Cumberland Island

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A room with a wooden sliding door, a white door leading to a closet, and a patterned throw on a chair.
A single-story house with a front porch, a mailbox, and a small garden.
A kitchen with a wooden counter, two stools, a stove, and a dining area.
A kitchen with a granite countertop, a sink, a clock, and a hanging light fixture.
A wooden deck with picnic tables and a play area with a slide.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Situated in the heart of the city, this vacation home accommodates 3 guests with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. It features a patio and offers easy access to birdwatching, hiking, and kayaking. Nearby attractions include the St. Marys Railroad Museum and St. Marys Welcome Center, and the property is pet-friendly.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits

    Top-rated for families.

  • Private garden

    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.

  • At the centre of it all

    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Cumberland Island Ferry
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Patio
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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St Marys, GA
  • Place, St. Marys Welcome Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Cumberland Island Ferry
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Jacksonville, FL (JAX-Jacksonville Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Mermaid Cottage in Beautiful Downtown St Marys GA- Gateway to Cumberland Island

202 West Hall Street. 845 square ft Coastal Cottage. Completely Remodeled, good as new. Beautiful, Coastal Casual Design. Queen MB, LR and Sitting area, great for relaxing with a book or just visiting.
DR, fully set-up kitchen for cooking, with Breakfast Bar. Washer -Dryer. Grill. Just blocks away you can Rent a Golf cart for touring our beautiful, quaint fishing type village.
Located 7 blocks from the Beautiful Waterfront.
Kayak and Bicycle rentals available downtown by the Boat Ramp at Knuckleheads.
Fishing Charters:
Salt Grass Charters
Justin Paulk
Tripp Lang Charters
Lo-Jo Charters
Josh Stover
St Marys is the Gateway to Cumberland Island. Ferry available downtown St Marys.
Museums, community Theater, Great Restaurants with Local Seafood.
short distance to Jekyll Island, Saint Simons Island and Fernandina Beach Fl, all great Day trips
WIFI/CABLE TV
NON SMOKING
WHEEL CHAIR INACCESSIBLE
CK IN: 3:00 PM
CK OUT: 11:00 AM

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

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: dogs (limit 2 total)

Pet fee is non refundable

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

dogs only with pet charge of $50 per dog

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1475071vb
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
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. Marys

Located in St. Marys, this holiday home is in the city centre and near a water park. St. Marys Railroad Museum and Howard Peeple's Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Shoppes At Amelia Concourse and Palmetto Walk Shopping Village. Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park and Island Falls Golf are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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St Marys, GA

What's nearby

  • St. Marys Railroad Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • St. Marys Welcome Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cumberland Island National Seashore - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cumberland Island Ferry - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kings Bay Subase Galley - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brackish Beer Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Firefly - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Mermaid Cottage in Beautiful Downtown St Marys GA- Gateway to Cumberland Island pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Mermaid Cottage in Beautiful Downtown St Marys GA- Gateway to Cumberland Island?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mermaid Cottage in Beautiful Downtown St Marys GA- Gateway to Cumberland Island?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mermaid Cottage in Beautiful Downtown St Marys GA- Gateway to Cumberland Island?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mermaid Cottage in Beautiful Downtown St Marys GA- Gateway to Cumberland Island located?

Located in the heart of St. Marys, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of St. Marys Railroad Museum, St. Marys Welcome Center and Cumberland Island National Seashore. St. Marys Submarine Museum and Howard Gilman Waterfront Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 254 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 254 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 254 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 254 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 254 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay and the host was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean simple decor nice and all ya need to feel relaxed she was able to be reached any time and we felt welcome and appreciated
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was available if needed. Liked the layout and the theme. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little house with everything you need. Looked the proximity to the historic part of St. Mary’s.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very attractive cottage, everything supplied for an enjoyable stay, conveniently located near dining, museums, and peaceful streets for walks
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2026
Thanks for your kind words. Hope you will return. Barbara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming little place, perfect for us (a couple) on vacation. Close to downtown, ferry to Cumberland and a quick hunt to Amelia island. Will definitely use again when we’re in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2026
Thank you for your kind words. You were great guests. Please come again. Barbara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at the mermaid cottage! Location was great. Had everything we needed
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Coastal design, location, everything was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2026
We loved having you as a guest. Please come again. Barbara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was so quick to reply to us. The house was well stocked with everything we needed. We wood definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2026
Thank you for your kind words. Hope you will be back Barbara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was super welcoming… amenities were fabulous! Central location, quiet Neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words. I count your stay among my blessings. Please come back Barbara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute, cozy, and clean cottage in a quiet area of St.Marys-Very close to the River park and historic district.Very accommodating host!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute cottage with many nice touches. Fenced back yard was great for our small dog. St Mary’s has a nice atmosphere that we appreciated. Predict we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location
We have been traveling to coastal ga for a few years now. This was our first trip to st Mary's, an absolute gem. Merry mermaid cottage is easy walking distance to everything in the true historic downtown. Cottage is clean, comfortable, and very quiet. It was almost like going back in time. My family lives in a rapid growing area near orlando where apartments and chain restaurants are more important than trees and wildlife. That said, it was a great refreshing break. My wife and my doggies loved it. Barbara is a great host. The only complaint I have is that I already miss being in St Mary's. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2026
Glad you enjoyed your visit. We have a saying here-“You may leave St. Marys but St. Marys will never leave you.” Glad you’re returning. Barbara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay in St. Marys. The cottage was quite comfortable - no problems at all. St. Marys is a lovely little walkable town. Our dog enjoyed it perhaps even more than we did and is now complaining that we don't take her on as many walks.
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2026
Thank you for your kind words. We hope you come back. And your doggie, of course. Barbara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our fifth stay at Merry Mermaid Cottage in six years. The cottage and its location in St. Marys are both fabulous, so much so that we've made it an annual getaway. Barbara (the owner) is exceptional at communication and accommodation. The cottage couldn't be better, just perfect for our needs and accessorized with anything you might need. Then there's nearby Cumberland Island National Seashore, a paradise just 45 minutes away by ferry. Thanks, Barbara, for another fantastic visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2026
Thank you for your kind words. We loved having you and look forward to your next visit. Barbara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice house clean and comfortable enjoyed my stay

Very nice house clean and comfortable enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Nov 2024
Hope you will return. Barbara
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was very good. Fenced in yard was a plus for pets. Kitchen was well equipped. Appliances worked fine. Outside could use some attention - power wash deck and siding maybe? More info in the instruction notes to include recycle process and what to do with bedding and linens upon departure.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful. Cute cottage
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

We had a great stay. Beautiful home. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
We hope you will return. Barbara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

This cottage was super cute and close to downtown St. Marys! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words. We look forward to your future visit. Barbara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday trip

Enjoyed the house
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

We had a great time. The house location and amenities were wonderful and met our needs during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2023
Hope you'll come again! Barbara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay! The cottage was so quaint and cozy! It had everything we needed! While dog-friendly, it was still very clean. The kitchen was well stocked and the fenced in yard was great. The location was perfect. We loved walking downtown to the river and for breakfast/dinner. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov 2025
We loved having you. Thanks for your kind words. Barbara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place clean good location has everything you needed at home

We had great time in st Mary
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2023
We were so happy to have you as our guest. Please come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great place for our short get-away

This nice home in a quiet neighborhood was just what we needed for our get-away less than an hour from home. From Mermaid Cottage we explored Cumberland Island and St. Mary's and had a comfortable place to return to each evening.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Barbara Ryan Harris

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Publisher of St. Marys Magazine, Barbara Ryan has been in love with St. Marys since she moved here in 2004. She is the founder and director of St. Marys Little Theatre and writes many of the plays performed at the local theatre.

Why they chose this property

Great location for exploring downtown historic St. Marys and catching the ferry to Cumberland Island. Ultra clean and beautifully theme decorated. All the niceties of home.

What makes this property unique

Complimentary Bottle of Wine
Bottled water
full kitchen
washer and dryer
wifi

Languages:

English

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