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The Turtle Nest on Tybee Island - Sleeps 10

Holiday home with kitchen, steps from Tybee Island Beach

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Front of the Turtle Nest - 4 parking spaces
Living Room (1)
Living Room (2)
Living Room (3)
Living Room opens into the kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10367.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tybee Island, GA
  • Place, Tybee Island Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Back River Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Savannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Downstairs Twin Bed

2 Single Beds

Upstairs Bunk Bed

1 Single Bunk Bed

Upstairs King Bed

1 King Bed

Upstairs Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom Utility Room

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

Downstairs main bathroom

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

Upstairs Hall Bathroom

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

Upstairs Master Bath

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette

About this property

The Turtle Nest on Tybee Island - Sleeps 10

Discover the ultimate Island escape in this beautifully preserved 1936 Vintage Cottage—an island treasure just steps from the sand. Fully furnished and designed for easy coastal living, this 2-story retreat is perfect for families and groups. Just three houses from the 18th Street beach access and two blocks from shops, restaurants, entertainment district, and fishing pier. Enjoy stunning sunsets only two blocks away at the peaceful south-end Back River Beach. Parking for up to 4 cars included.

The main living level features breezy wrap-around porches, a bright open-concept layout, 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, and is accessible only by the exterior side stairs, giving it a private tree-house-by-the-sea feel. Downstairs, you’ll find a cozy additional living area complete with a kitchenette, 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, a large utility space with laundry, and plenty of beach toys—ideal for kids, teens, or a second family wanting their own hangout zone.

Just three houses from the 18th Street beach access, you can stroll to the ocean in under a minute. You’re also only two blocks from Tybee’s vibrant retail and entertainment district and the iconic fishing pier. Don’t miss the spectacular sunsets just two blocks away at the serene Back River Beach—an island favorite.

Perfect for groups of 10 or two families craving both togetherness and their own space, this Tybee treasure brings you the best of island living.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Property Registration Number STR2024-00178
Property # 4012419vb

About the area

Tybee Island

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in South Beach, a neighbourhood in Tybee Island. Fort Screven and Battery Garland are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion and Tybee Island Marine Science Center. Island Miniature Golf and Games and Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary Office are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
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Tybee Island, GA

What's nearby

  • Tybee Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Back River Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • South Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mid Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 34 min drive
  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fannies On The Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pier 16 Seafood Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wet Willie's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Spanky's Beachside - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sting Ray's Seafood Restaurant - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Turtle Nest on Tybee Island - Sleeps 10 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Turtle Nest on Tybee Island - Sleeps 10?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Turtle Nest on Tybee Island - Sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Turtle Nest on Tybee Island - Sleeps 10?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Turtle Nest on Tybee Island - Sleeps 10 located?

Located in South Beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Tybee Island Beach and Back River Beach. South Beach and Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

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

Fish Family Vacay

This was a perfect location. It was close to the beach, restaurants, and shops. We had plenty of space for our family to spread out or gather in one place. We've been coming to Tybee for more than 20 years, and this has been our favorite house! We had absolutely everything we needed or wanted, and the hosts were great about communication. Check in and out were easy. Thanks for everything!
The Fish Fam at The Crab Shack
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Mint Julep Vacation Rentals

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