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Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town.

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Front entrance
Front view
Large wrap around porch.
Wrap around porch. Perfect place for your morning coffee or evening dinner.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, St. Marys Welcome Center
  • Place, Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center
  • Place, Cumberland Island Ferry
  • Airport, Jacksonville, FL (JAX-Jacksonville Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Down Stairs Twinn

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Master

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Down Stairs Twinn

Toilet · Shower only

Master bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town.

Beautifully restored circa 1807 home in the heart of the Saint Marys Historic District. This home, known as the cannonball home was originally a study for Horace Pratt, the minister of the first Presbyterian Church in Saint Marys and was located on the Orange Hall property. The home was hit with a cannonball during the Civil War and the damage is still seen today! This historic home has a traditional wrap around porch and 12 foot ceilings.

A lovey and short .3 mile walk from the home and you are at St. Marys Howard Gilman Memorial Waterfront Park, divine Saint Mary's Seafood river front restaurants, Knuckleheads Kayak Adventures, the ferry to Cumberland Island, and more.


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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
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Check with owner for party and event information.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is only allowed out side the home

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 39
Note from host: Check with owner for party and event information.
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, 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

St. Marys

Located in St. Marys, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Cumberland Island Ferry and Club at Osprey Cove are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cumberland Island National Seashore and Crooked River State Park. St. Marys Railroad Museum and Howard Peeple's Park are also worth visiting. With scuba diving and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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St. Marys, GA

What's nearby

  • St. Marys Welcome Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Marys Submarine Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cumberland Island Ferry - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay - 9 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brackish Beer Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Firefly - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town. pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town. located?

Located in the heart of St. Marys, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of St. Marys Welcome Center, Cumberland Island National Seashore and St. Marys Submarine Museum. Howard Gilman Waterfront Park and Cumberland Island Ferry are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is in very close proximity to downtown St. Marys. We loved the neighborhood and the history of the home. Overall, a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

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

Excellent and Peaceful stay

Beautiful property in a beautiful town.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Great Home and Owner

Very much enjoyed our stay. Lots of room, historic home, close to downtown. Owner very friendly and easy to work with!
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This Cannon Ball house is stunning!!! From the downtown location to the private feel it was a total delight. The home is filled with charm, beautifully furnished and very roomy. The hosts are nearby and ready to answer any questions. We will be going back there again and again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina Y.

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

Second Annual Girls Get-Away

Once again, we enjoyed our stay in the historic Cannonball House. The house is roomy and comfortable. St. Mary’s and the residents are charming and welcoming. We will definitely rent this place for our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
THE CANNONBALL IS PERFECT FOR A STAY INST. MARY'S
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

tracey b.

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

historical st.marys home

Delightful and pleasant stay relaxing and quaint walk to the St.Marys pier areas. Market within walking distance very appreciative, Park near Oak Cemetary area a great place to sit with our dog and loved the Memory Bricks of all the Tributes. Cracken & Riverside were faves food wise and the new Divine store was a nostalgia delight.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Hobe Sound, Florida

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

Great home. Clean and quiet

Wonderful owners
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steven N., LaPorte

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

Peaceful neighborhood

Lovely home. Great location to historic downtown and restaurants. Loved the front porch.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy K.

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

Great home

This was a fantastic place to stay. Very convenient to restaurants and water front. House is big with so much history, everywhere you looked there was something else to see. Host was great with communication, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan L.

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

Nice area

Pretty home. Just missing a toaster.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee L.

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

Relaxation at Its Finest

The house is beautiful, full of history, and with plenty of room! The location was perfect so we never had to use our car to get around town. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele K.

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

The perfect house for teenagers and St Marys

We love this house. It has the main living area but it also has a HUGE separate living area that is great for separation of space for multiple couples or large families with teens. It is very clean and toilet paper, paper towels etc are provided. It is the perfect location in St Marys. We easily walked to everywhere downtown. Our dogs fit in well with the house. And the porch was the perfect spot to end the day as we people watched. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

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

Experience history in St. Mary’s

We chose to stay in the historical part of St. Mary’s. Our first visit there. Staying at the Cannon Ball house was extra special. It clearly is an older historic house- as is the entire historic area- but very clean, well air conditioned with fans in every room, comfortable beds.. plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly J., Richmond

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

Bonus!

Better than the pictures! Such a wonderful place! Host was responsive. House was spotless! We will stay again!! Loved it!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deb J.

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

Fell in Love

This beautiful and very unique home offered all of the amenities of home. Very quiet neighborhood. We loved having our morning coffee on the front porch and walking the 3 blocks to town for dinner. The town has a beautiful park right by the water where we would sit and swing - enjoying the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M., Richmond VA

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

Amazing house and location

This setup was great for our family. The living areas where very comfortable with room for everyone to be together or have space. The beds where very comfortable and the house was well equipped. I spent most of my time in the porch swing. The location is close to downtown and just a short walk to the water. St marys was a great little town with unique places to visit. We will likely be back as I now have a list of places to explore.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Kathy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home and owner was great. But, had issues with the A/C. Owner responded quickly. She was planning to get the problem professionally fixed right after we left. So, should be good to go by now
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia D.

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

Great stay!!

We enjoyed the “Cannonball House”!! It was very convenient and walking distance to the town of St. Mary’s. It was perfect for a large group with many gathering rooms and and three bathrooms. We loved the home and highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Five friends enjoyed a relaxing stay and a fabulous visit to Cumberland Island.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie V.

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

Great homey house

It felt like a visit to my grandparents house, I loved the nostalgia of it all.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey S.

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

Quiet weekend in St. Mary’s

We enjoyed our first visit to St. Mary’s and the Cannonball House provided a great home base for exploring. We enjoyed our morning coffee on the porch and late afternoon walks to the water and downtown. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. The house is spacious and was comfortable for the six of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Girls Weekend

This was our first trip to St. Marys The property was clean, beautiful, and location was perfect. We walked to restaurants, enjoyed guided tours of the town both by walking and kayaking the St. Marys River. The Ferry to Cumberland Island was within walking distance as well and what a wonderful day hiking we had there as well!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

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

Last minute save

Family was coming to town and I was sick. Last minute decision to rent them a house and the landlord was great to deal with. They extended their stay a day and that was simple too. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

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

Great place

Nice historic house in a great neighborhood real close to downtown. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

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Hosted by Janice Holtclaw or Debbie Britt

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