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Deep water dock in Darien, GA, w/screened in porch, fishing, kayaks, & bikes

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Aerial view
Plenty of room in the driveway for boats/trailers or R.V.
Exterior
Hudson Creek.  Plenty of creek to kayak and explore.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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  • Place, Kittles Island
  • Place, Fort King George Historic Site
  • Place, Seabreeze Island
  • Airport, Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs half bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Dining area

About this property

Deep water dock in Darien, GA, w/screened in porch, fishing, kayaks, & bikes

Riverbend Retreat is a hidden waterfront vacation gem offering a place to unplug on the Georgia coast. Surrounded by history, boating, biking, birding, fishing, kayaking, and screensaver-worthy sunsets. Riverbend Retreat is on a peninsula covered by majestic live oaks draped with Spanish moss.

This spacious, 2-story, pet-friendly waterfront home has amazing views from the screened-in back porch, large deck, and the back of the house. Regardless of high or low tide, your boat will sit atop deep water with a short dock only steps from the house. No boat? No problem! Or dock is known for being one of the best fishing spots in the county. The floating dock includes fold-down aluminum stairs, making access in and out of the water easy for anyone, including a pet. The stationary dock has lighting and a fish cleaning station, with water and electricity.

You will quickly find that "elbow room" is no problem due to an open and spacious floor plan. The main living area is upstairs, accessible by the stairs or chair lift. The upstairs consists of the kitchen, dining room, living room, a half bath, and the main bedroom. For the culinarian(s) of the group, feel free to work some magic in a kitchen that includes the tools needed for cooking, an Electrolux double convection oven, and a Jenn-Air gas cooktop/grill, perfect for preparing your catch of the day. The dining room table provides eight seats, with three additional seats at the counter.

After dinner, get cozy in the family room on one of our oversized couches in front of a fireplace and a smart flat-screen television. You can also choose from a large selection of board games to play on our 4-seat game table. If you want to be more active go downstairs for a friendly game of ping pong, billiards or fuse ball.

The main bedroom upstairs is very large and includes a sitting area with two recliners, a fireplace, and a large smart flat-screened TV. The king-sized bed is adjustable by a remote which raises the head. In addition, there is a sleeper sofa, a desk, and a small library of books for the readers in your group. Downstairs is a full bathroom connecting two large bedrooms, with each bedroom having an in-room vanity. One of the bedrooms has an adjustable king bed and the other has two twin beds, a bunk bed with a twin and queen bed.

To enjoy the river, there are four single-person kayaks, one 2-person kayak, and a lightweight canoe. Only minutes away from Riverbend Retreat is a marina with a lift and boat ramp where you can fuel up and purchase bait.

Convenient to I-95, Savannah, Brunswick, and Jacksonville, Riverbend Retreat is ideally located and provides all that you need for relaxation, recreation, and making memories with your loved ones that will last a lifetime.

We are always happy to answer any questions and look forward to sharing our little slice of heaven with you.

Jeff and Cindy Irwin

Keywords: Riverfront, Coastal, Darien, Georgia, fishing, kayaking, biking, history, historical, Waterview, ocean, tidal, birding, walking, Trout, Reds, Flounder, Drum, Sheepshead, Golden Isles, Saltwater, Sunsets, View, Pet-friendly

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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 and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Only allow two pets in the house at any given time.

Important information

You need to know

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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Darien

Located in Darien, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Old Jail Museum and Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Waterfront Park and Altamaha Wildlife Management Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Darien, GA

What's nearby

  • Fort King George Historic Site - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Old Jail Museum - 14 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Waterfront Park - 15 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Seabreeze Island - 15 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Darien-McIntosh Visitor Information Center - 16 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪B&J's Seafood - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Deep water dock in Darien, GA, w/screened in porch, fishing, kayaks, & bikes pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Deep water dock in Darien, GA, w/screened in porch, fishing, kayaks, & bikes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Deep water dock in Darien, GA, w/screened in porch, fishing, kayaks, & bikes?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Deep water dock in Darien, GA, w/screened in porch, fishing, kayaks, & bikes located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Ashantilly Center, Darien Outlet Center and Seabreeze Island. Kittles Island and Waterfront Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Awesome as always

Always a great stay here
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Don C.

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

Great stay

We had a great time. We kept our boat at their dock and also used the kayaks to get around the river. Jeff and Cindy were great and very helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Absolutely amazing!

This was a 50 yr old birthday vacation. And it could not of been better. From the beautiful drive to the property to the stunning views in the backyard, this place did not disappoint! Place is exactly as described. Communication with the PM was very prompt and friendly. Thank you Ms. Cindy! We will have this place saved for a for sure return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steffanie S., Where do you live?

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

Great stay!

Everything about our vacation was perfect! Cindy and Jeff were fabulous hosts! Any questions were answered promptly. Great location for boating. Spent a lot of time riding through the creeks and going out to the beach area on Sapelo. House is completely furnished with everything you could possibly need! Can’t wait to come back 😊!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

JANICE B., Loganville, GA

Another Fantastic Vacation!!

This is our third time to visit this lovely house and it won't be our last!! Our family just loves this house and its location. The house sits in a beautiful neighborhood on a tidal creek that is perfect for fishing from their dock. Jeff and Cindy truly go out of their way to make sure you have a wonderful visit. We have made such awesome family memories on each of our visits! The Brock Family
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

carol e.

Wonderful vacation

Such a nice place to spend a relaxing week. Everything is provided and there is so much attention to detail. We enjoyed biking, walking in the beautiful neighborhood, crabbing, fishing, kayaking and canoeing, playing board games and watching the beautiful views. We saw dolphins everyday. The sunsets were beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jenine E.

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

Rest and relaxation with gorgeous sunsets!

We had such a relaxing 5 nights at this property. The neighborhood is gorgeous for walking. My husband fished nonstop on the dock and caught 15 different fish species (he catches all sizes and types!) the views were beautiful from the deck and inside. The house was very clean and VERY well stocked. We appreciated that for cooking! Cindy was readily available via phone if we needed her and very kind. We loved this stay!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

April W.

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

Wonderful Experience

We had a wonderful experience here! The house was very well stocked with everything you could need and was exceptionally clean! We especially appreciated having the kayaks, bicycles and game tables. The screened in porch with fans was my favorite place to relax and have coffee. The view was absolutely beautiful! The bird watching was excellent and we also saw dolphins a few days! Cindy was great to work with and was very communicative. We’ve always had good luck with VRBO but this was definitely the best! I would highly recommend and we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Couldn't have asked for better

To say this was the perfect place for our extended family vacation is an understatement. This house was absolutely perfect! Everything little thing was thought of. If I might have needed it, it was provided! I have never rented a home that went so far above and beyond for their guests. There was even a chair lift over the stairs, which my elderly parents very much appreciated. We will definitely be booking at this house again in the future!! It was perfect and we were so happy to be there! Cindy, the owner, was amazing and so helpful. Always responded to all of my questions. You seriously cannot ask for better!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sheila I., Franklin,Ohio

wonderful place to stay

we had a great time staying here. My husband, son, daughter, son-in-law and two grandsons (4 and 7) had so much fun it was hard to leave. The house is beautiful and so well stocked. the furniture is so comfortable, the living room couch and recliners in the master bedroom are great to fall into at the end of the day. We rode bikes (turtles were along side the road in the mornings) canoed, kayaked fished from the dock, caught crabs right off the dock and even went swimming. we loved to sit in the screened in porch in the morning and evenings. We saw Dolphins at different times in the morning, and a very big turtle was also seen in the water by the dock The neighborhood is quiet and everyone there is nice. It's a short drive to Darien and they have a piggly wiggly for groceries. It is a very easy area to get around also. We went to St Simons and Jekyll Islands. The guys bought a three day fishing license and there is a nice fishing pier on Jekyll Island to fish from. We also went Fernandina Beach in Florida which is about an hour and half drive but worth it. Quiet beach, not crowded and tons of seashells. Stop at the gas station on the corner and get a banana Icee. yum. The Dairy Queen on Jekyll Island was great and had the nicest workers. Skippers Fish Camp and Mudcat Charlies are good places to eat. Again very nice people. Hush puppies at skippers are out of this world good! Also grabbed sandwiches from Larrys Giant Subs out by the outlet mall. Delicious!! If you are looking for a relaxing place to vacation, this is it. So much to do and see and yet one day we just stayed at the house and enjoyed the dock and canoes, fished, rode bikes and looked for lizards. Cindy is great to work with,we had no problems at all. Just what we needed to relax. Also there is plenty of room and places to sleep. The boys loved the bunk beds.Thanks to the Irwins for this wonderful place to vacation. There are also lots of other things to do and see, just a great area to visit.

10/10 Excellent

Peter V.

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A very nice home with everything you could need. Very comfortable both inside and out. Lots of activities, board games, bikes and kayaks, but we concentrated on fishing from the dock, crabbing, and enjoying the large outdoor covered deck; or the screened in porch when the misquitos started showing up. Very nice kitchen for anyone who likes to cook. Hosts were freindly and helpful.
Wonderul sunsets!
Boomer enjoying the deck as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David J.

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

Great time

Wonderful area and the house worked out great.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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Someplace different

We loved this unique place near the little town of Darien. We were looking for someplace different to go and experience, and we found it here. Darien is a fun little town and area. The home is in a private and quiet neighborhood on the marshy water. We enjoyed daily walks and sitting on the deck watching the tide come in and out. Lovely sunsets. The screened in porch was nice for lounging in the evenings. We were blessed to have seen a beautiful bald eagle in the pine tree outside the house. The home itself has everything and more than what you may need. The kitchen is overstocked with anything you can imagine. Just bring your beach towels, sunscreen and maybe your bug spray for days when it is not breezy. Shell Creek Seafood is a must for picking up fresh seafood and is only about 10 minutes away. We enjoyed day trips over to the Golden Isles, St Simon and historical Jekyll Island on the beautiful beaches on the Atlantic. Thank you to Cindy for the awesome communication throughout and for checking in on us upon arrival.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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Excellent!

The house and property were 100% as advertised!
Stayed 23 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad F.

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Gorgeous view and very relaxing

This property was exactly as pictured/described. If you are looking for a place to get away from it all, this is the one - the neighborhood is super quiet. Furniture is very comfy, kitchen has every single thing you might need, and the screened-in porch was just lovely. We enjoyed all types of weather and the view is simply amazing! We walked, biked, kayaked, visited the town, and did a lot of bird-watching. We want to thank the property owners for sharing their piece of paradise - they are excellent hosts and have truly thought of everything. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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Spacious Home in a Unique Location

We spent a long time searching for the perfect location for extended family to spend Christmas together and we chose correctly! This location on a deep water creek was scenic and unique. We weren’t familiar with Darien, but found it to be not over-touristy with plenty to see and do. There’s a lot for the nature lover and history buff to revel in here-we wished we had more than a week! The house itself was spacious, comfortable, and clean. The hosts had decorated it for Christmas, which was really nice. Our teens loved the games in garage and fishing off the dock. We saw lots of birds, dolphins, and my brother-in-law even saw an otter!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

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Relaxing while viewing the ever changing marsh

Excellent stay. Cindy and Jeff were very responsive and cordial. The house overlooked a bend in the river with expansive marsh views. We saw over 40 species of birds just from the deck. Dolphins too. The house is well appointed with plenty of basic supplies. I was especially pleased with the plethora of kitchen towels. Be sure to stop by Shell Creek Seafood (on 99 near 17) for shrimp and fish on your way in. I hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney T.

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Best equipped home we have encountered. Period!

We have done several VBRO rentals in the US, and some sponsored by competitors in Europe, and we have never stayed in a home as well prepared for guests as this one. Every cooking device we wanted, a cabinet filled with spices, a charcoal and a gas grill, bikes, kayaks, and games. Close to shopping, but a very private home. Wow! Cindy was "on-call" and responded to our questions, but truthfully, we had very few questions. The internet was fast, we used our Netflix account for TV, and watched Football on the cable stations. We loved our stay. Mary and Rodney Thompson
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie E.

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Fishing birthday trip for my husband

This is a great place to relax, fish, and enjoy riding bikes. We enjoyed every minute of our stay and will definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorie C.

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Family time at the coast

This property was very well kept and very clean and organized. The kitchen was very well stocked. We had a great time catching shrimp and using them for bait to catch our fish…which was our dinner one night 😊. The host, Cindy and Jeff, were great..:easy to contact and kept in touch making sure our stay was going great. They provided all kinds of games, had a ping pong table, bikes and kayaks. It was a very nice home and we had a great time. I would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne G.

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Amazing vacation

We loved our stay! The home is amazing and exceptionally appointed. We could not get enough of the gorgeous view from the second floor deck. We saw dolphin every day. The hosts were awesome. You can tell have a heart for taking care of thier guests. We highly recommend this property for those looking for the perfect vacation rental home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belinda T., Center, Missouri

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Christmas in July

What a wonderful time! This trip was our Christmas gift to the kids/grandkids, something we switched to doing 6 years ago instead of material gifts. The home is amazing, location perfect. Jeff and Cindy are the nicest hosts ever!! We visited Jekyll Island, Driftwood Beach, St Simon’s Island and a quick trip to Amelia Island in northern Florida. While we loved beach time, our favorite was swimming/kayaking in the river right at home. From the dock we also fished, caught a few small fish, a sea trout and a couple of young stingrays that were released. We found that the current slows almost to nothing about an hour before high tide. Lots of games, bikes to ride, and a table tennis/pool table in the garage. There was nothing we needed that wasn’t there. The back deck with the sail shade was so relaxing along with the hammock on the lower patio. Overall this vacation is at the top of our favorites!! Thank you Cindy and Jeff, we’ll be back in a few years.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele T.

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Awesome property!

Beautiful property with great views! Tons of things to do, kayak and fish right from the private dock. We had the best time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh G.

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Clean, Organized & Deep Water Dock

We really can't say enough how perfect this was for our family. The house was exceptionally clean and organized. We had plenty of room to spread out and not feel like we were on top of each other. We were able to dock our boat at the house which was very nice not to have to worry about keeping the boat at a marina. We spent a lot of time on the screen porch at night reading and playing board games. We can't thank the owners Cindy and Jeff for there hospitality and communication. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

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Family Vacation

Great communication with Cindy! The place was so nice, and it was nice to have all of my family together; we loved it 🥰 thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cindy Irwin

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Jeff is from this area, and I grew up in Florida, where we met, married, and began our life together. We love Coastal Georgia and the salt life, and we've always enjoyed the appeal of the Darien area and the relaxing atmosphere of this family home. And though our kids didn't grow up here, we visited often to fish, swim, ride bikes, kayak, canoe, and enjoy family.
In addition to enjoying what we catch and buy from local shrimpers, our favorite places to eat serve local fresh-caught Georgia shrimp and provide a variety of dining experiences. Some examples are B & J's, Skipper's, Keys North, The Canopy, and Oaks on the River... all in downtown Darien. And when not eating, the Waterfront Wine and Gourmet is a great place to gather with friends and enjoy a glass.

Cindy Irwin/Owner/Agent-Licensed Realtor in state of Georgia for Solid Source Realty.

Why they chose this property

Jeff is from this area and in 1989 we were married in the old Presbyterian Church in Darien. This family home is where we had our wedding reception and have made many memories over the years. We wanted to keep the home in our family to continue enjoying the beauty and fun of this area and to allow our children the opportunity to continue experiencing this special part of Georgia.

What makes this property unique

The fishing is often tremendous as there is a deep hole right below the dock, oysters and marsh grass lining the river, and a sandbar across from the dock, which you see at low tide! In fact, it's common for folks to travel some distance by boat to fish here. In addition, dolphin feed here on most low tides, all forms of coastal birds are seen daily, and manatees are occasionally seen during the summer. Many guests have caught many types of fish from our dock, especially redfish and trout, and those with boats are able to explore, boat to the beach on Sapelo Island, and fish both inshore and offshore.

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