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Pet Friendly. Private Pool. Screened Porch Easy walk to Beaches

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Exterior view - Welcome to Whispering Palms, a beautifully preserved historic treasure located on Tybee’s beloved south end.
Exterior view - Welcome to Whispering Palms!

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Pool - The pool sits at the heart of the outdoor patio, offering plenty of space for both fun and relaxation. Please note that pool lights are decorative only and non functioning.
Entry level patio - The patio includes multiple seating areas, a fire pit, and a gazebo, all surrounded by lush landscaping that shines in every season.
Entry level gazebo/firepit - The area offers views of the fire pit, gazebo, grill, and seating, creating an ideal setting for al fresco dining.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Tybee Island, GA
  • Place, Tybee Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Savannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pet Friendly. Private Pool. Screened Porch Easy walk to Beaches

#01187P1
1700 Inlet Ave., Tybee Island, GA, 31328

NO BEACH TOWELS OR BEACH GEAR PROVIDED
CONTACTLESS CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT.
ATTENTION: FROM MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND THRU LABOR DAY WEEKEND, ARRIVALS MUST BE ON A FRIDAY, SATURDAY OR SUNDAY AND THE STAY MUST BE FOR THE FULL 7 NIGHT WEEK.
Discover Whispering Palms, a beautifully preserved vintage beach home perfectly situated only 1½ blocks from the beach.
Lovingly restored, this spacious 6‑bedroom, 5‑bath home blends vintage character with modern convenience. Clapboard walls, painted floors, and curated vintage décor pair seamlessly with flat‑screen Smart TVs with cable and stainless‑steel appliances—truly the best of both worlds. Your stay here is a rare chance to experience an authentic piece of Tybee history.
One of the best features (there are too many to list!) is the beautiful yard and gardens featuring hydrangeas, old oaks, decks, a fire pit, a gazebo, lots of seating and gathering areas AND a private pool! Pool is 288 sq ft (12 x 24). The outdoor space of this beautiful home is a true oasis and is truly amazing!
Another awesome feature of this home is that it is pet-friendly; something we know many of our Mermaid guests will appreciate! A perfect home for large family gatherings, multi-family vacations, and girlfriend getaways! Bring the kids! Bring the parents! Bring the pets! Come enjoy one of the very best beach homes Tybee has to offer! A great beach rental for winter months; too cool to swim at the beach? Come hang out in the garden around the fire pit or sit and RELAX on the screened in porches!!
Here’s a few of the numerous details that make this home a true gem! Master King Suite on top floor with walk in shower and separate Jacuzzi plus its own private porch. Also located on the top floor is the 2nd, 3rd and 4th bedrooms. Bedroom #2 has a queen bed with private full bath (tub/shower combo), Bedroom #3 has a full bed and a twin bed with a full bath (tub/shower combo) and Bedroom #4 has a king bed with a shared bath.
Middle Level features a living area with 70-inch flat screen TV, dining area, kitchen and a porch off of the living area. Also a rear deck off of the kitchen/dining area features a table with seating for 4. There is also a front porch with seating for 2. The 5th and 6th bedrooms are also located on this level with the 5th bedroom featuring a queen bed with a shared full bath (tub/shower combo). 6th bedroom features a queen bed with a private full bath (tub/shower combo).
At the ground level, you will access the garden, private pool (NOTE: POOL IS HEATED) with seating for 10 or more plus a covered gazebo, fire pit, charcoal grill. There is a bath house at the pool area that includes a shower and full bath so guests do not have to access main house for bath accommodations. The main garden features multiple seating areas and umbrellas.
Complimentary sample of Mermaid Morning Bliss coffee; a special perk for all Mermaid Cottages guests!
There is covered parking for 2 vehicles.
Complimentary WiFi.
Make your reservation today!

Minimum Age Requirement: Must be 25 years of age to rent this property.
ALL PET FRIENDLY HOMES REQUIRE AN ADDITIONAL PET FEE. PLEASE PICK UP AFTER YOUR PETS! NO PETS IN POOL.
PLEASE NOTE: LONGER MINIMUM STAY (UP TO 7 NIGHTS) MAY BE REQUIRED DURING CERTAIN TIMES OF THE YEAR INCLUDING HOLIDAYS AND OUR SUMMER SEASON.

PARTY POOPER ALERT:
*NO PARTIES OR EVENTS AT THIS PROPERTY*
PLEASE NOTE: EVENTS (WEDDINGS, PARTIES, ETC.) ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY OF OUR HOMES. HOME OCCUPANCY IS STATED AND YOU CANNOT HAVE GUESTS OVER THIS OCCUPANCY LIMIT.


5% DISCOUNT FOR MILITARY, EDUCATORS, AAA AND AARP
ASK US ABOUT SPECIAL OFF-SEASON RATES!
STVR LICENSE #STR2025-0724

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
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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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Tybee Island

Located near the beach, this cottage is in South Beach, a neighbourhood in Tybee Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tybee Island Beach and Coligny Beach. Tybee Island Marine Science Center and Island Miniature Golf and Games are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tybee Island, GA

What's nearby

  • Tybee Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • South Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Back River Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mid Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 32 min drive
  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crab Shack - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fannies On The Beach - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pier 16 Seafood Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spanky's Beachside - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Treylor Park Beach Party - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet Friendly. Private Pool. Screened Porch Easy walk to Beaches pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pet Friendly. Private Pool. Screened Porch Easy walk to Beaches?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet Friendly. Private Pool. Screened Porch Easy walk to Beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet Friendly. Private Pool. Screened Porch Easy walk to Beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet Friendly. Private Pool. Screened Porch Easy walk to Beaches located?

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 178 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 178 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

Highly recommend!

I highly recommend renting through Mermaid Cottages! The mermaids went above and beyond to make sure our vacation was amazing… and it was!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M., Charlotte, NC

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

Great house for family time

Great house for our family including toddlers. Loved the convenience to beach and coffee and ice cream. Mermaid Cottages lady does a spectacular job.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria N., Hawkinsville usa

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

Get Location

This was my family’s second time staying. Great location midway between the bayside and ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

absolutely amazing home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We came down for a few days to celebrate a family birthday. The house was just so beautiful and suited our needs perfectly. Just a quick walk to the beach made it the best location. The pool is also amazing. Thank yall for everything.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

A house filled with character

Between the beautifully landscaped back yard, all the porches and multiple bedrooms, this spacious house gave 11 people (from four families) all the room needed to find their own space, when needed. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Kirk I.

Yearly Tybee Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Tybee time...

10/10 Excellent

homer b.

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

Whispering Palms

Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

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

Girls Getaway

We had a great time and really enjoyed the home. We loved the common area and the outdoor area, we were able to build a fire of our nights. There were 12 of us and we had plenty of space to be comfortable. I would def come back for another stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Whispering palms circa 1925

Outdoor / pool area was amazing. It is an older home with master bathroom updated beautifully. We spent most evenings on the main floor, screened, porch. Short walk to many shops, restaurants, and beach. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany R.

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

The best house!

This house was perfect for our weekend girls trip! The corner lot was quiet and cozy. There was plenty of room for everyone and perfect location. We were able to walk to downtown for dinners and the beach was so close and easily accessible! The property manager was very sweet and just a text away! 15/10 will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Girls trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What a wonderful, relaxing experience!
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10/10 Excellent

Girls running trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Awesome vintage house!
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10/10 Excellent

Sandi R.

Whispering Palms Love

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Exceeded family is ready to make Whispering Palms an annual getaway:)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cecile L.

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

Best time ever!

The house was fantastic with more than enough place for our party of 10 as well as very conveniently located. The kitchen was well stacked with all tools required for a great Thanksgiving dinner. Not to mention Tybee is a charming island that deserves to be discovered. Finally, thank you to the Mermaids who helped make our stay memorable!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

We had an enjoyable time at the house and on the island.

The experience was very nice from contacting the property manager to arriving to the property. It was a very smooth process to rent the house for the dates O wanted. The house could have provided more bath towels for the guests.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Tracy W.

Magnificent

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: No words. Best mini vacation ever.
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10/10 Excellent

Family fun in tybee

Rating Details: The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect house and locations for our annual family girls trip. Working with Mermaid Cottages is easy and they are very responsive if we ever need anything. We stay here each year when we come to Tybee and love it! Looking forward to next year.
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10/10 Excellent

Turning 70 on Tybee

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I had a wonderful stay on Tybee! The Mermaids did an excellent job again. What a great way to spend my 70th birthday!
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10/10 Excellent

Casey W.

Great Tybee stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a wonderful house for our large family! It is spacious, clean and has a great location. Mermaid Cottages was wonderful to work with. Great communication! We will be staying here again!

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

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

A perfect getaway for family time!

My entire party loved the charm of Whispering Palms. It was a comfortable, relaxed setting with everything we could need without leaving the property (well except for the beach!) Mermaid Cottages’ gals were great! They communicated with me many times prior to our trip to ensure we were fully prepared. And, touched base several times to make sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

Wonderful Beach Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Whispering Palms is a terrific home in a prime location on Tybee Island. The beach is about a 2 minute walk away, but the home is positioned in a way that it feels secluded. The pool and outdoor areas are top notch and the home was more than comfortable for our group of 6 adults and 4 kiddos. And added bonus is the awesome art that is hung throughout. One added bonus: the staff at Mermaid Cottages was terrific! Tammy made sure we were well taken care of and informed throughout our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Clemson Girls Trip 2025

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Experience was terrific. Wonderful vintage home with lots of space for a group trip! Very comfortable and as usual with Mermaid houses, so well decorated. Porches and outside area (with pool, fire pit, and gazebo seating area) was were we spent most of our non-beach time. House is close to the beach and lots of shops and restaurants - all easy walking distance. Would rent again for sure!!
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10/10 Excellent

Lorie P.

Perfect Family Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family loved this Home. Plenty of space inside and outside for us to be together but yet have our own space when needed. Close walk to beach. Cute coffee shop around the corner. We would rent this again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

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

House was amazing upon arrival, very clean with welcome lights and music playing.

We originally rented with VRBO to later find out we could have rented directly with the rental company and saved money. Lesson learned as we were very happy with the house and enjoyed our stay, we will be sure we rent directly with the management company next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Tybee vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay at Whispering Palms. We loved the location and the yard/landscaping was exceptional! I would definitely recommend this place, we were very comfortable. The only recommendation I would make is to have more bath towels available, one per person means doing laundry during the week.

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