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Private Gateway to Cumberland Island

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Miscellaneous
Terrace/patio
Interior
Living area
1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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St. Marys, GA
  • St. Marys Submarine Museum
    8 min walk
  • Cumberland Island Ferry
    9 min walk
  • Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center
    10 min walk
  • Jacksonville, FL (JAX-Jacksonville Intl.)
    38 min drive

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About the neighborhood

St. Marys

With a stay at this guesthouse, you'll be centrally located in St. Marys, within a 15-minute drive of Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay and Cumberland Island National Seashore. .This guesthouse is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from St. Marys Submarine Museum and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center.
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What's nearby

  • St. Marys Submarine Museum - 8 min walk
  • Cumberland Island Ferry - 9 min walk
  • Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center - 10 min walk
  • St. Marys Welcome Center - 16 min walk
  • Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Brackish Beer Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pirates Point Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Larry's Giant Subs - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Private Gateway to Cumberland Island

This 2nd story private room has a queen bed, sitting room, work area, loft, private bathroom w/ tub & shower, and a private balcony. The room is detached from main house with a private entrance. The loft has 2 queen inflatable mattresses. All areas have beautiful and tranquil marsh and river views. It is walking distance to historic downtown St. Marys and several local restaurants, the Cumberland Island Ferry, and The Historic Oak Grove Cemetery which was laid out in 1788 and draws visitors from all over the world.
There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom has a bathtub and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a refrigerator.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Loretta Peeples

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak

Outdoors

  • On a river

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

House
Private Gateway To Cumberland
Private Gateway to Cumberland Island St. Marys
Private Gateway to Cumberland Island Guesthouse
Private Gateway to Cumberland Island Guesthouse St. Marys

Private Gateway to Cumberland Island Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wonderful Getaway !!
This guest house is the perfect place to stay and in the perfect location walking distance from downtown St Mary. The charm was so inviting for a relaxing weekend getaway. We enjoyed winding down on the private balcony overlooking the water in evening. The property is clean, comfortable and quiet. Had a wonderful time and have plans to stay again .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bo G.

Liked: Cleanliness
VERY PEACEFUL
Very relaxing place close to downtown St. Mary's. highly recommend it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philip F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice private room with great marsh views
Nice room located right on the marsh with its own private balcony with great west-facing views. Pretty much as advertised. Walking distance to Saint Mary’s. No kitchen in the room but a fridge with water and coffee machine/supplies in the hall just next to it so serviceable if you’re not trying to cook. Only complaint might be that google maps had a somewhat wrong location which made the place a little tricky to find at first but only briefly. Pretty ideal place for my purposes of spending a few days on Cumberland Island. Could also theoretically be used to explore Amelia Island or points south as you can see Florida from the balcony. The marsh-pier thing a few minute walk away had some of the best sunsets I’d ever seen in my life.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirstie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet couple getaway
Pleasant experience. Beautiful property. Perfect for a couple. Close to downtown and Cumberland island ferry. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing getaway 😍
Love this nestled in paradise! This was a breath of fresh air. The pictures didn't show justice on how beautifully decorated this place was. It was fresh & clean! The host was absolutely amazing. We originally booked only 2 night but just had to extend to a 3rd. It has a secret accress so you may come and go as you want! It's full peaceful and tranquility! I have to come back soon! Love this place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Simply perfect. Location perfect! So clean! Perfectly met our needs! Will stay again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

franchesca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint
We had such a wonderful weekend getaway. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana B., McDonough, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property and very nice people. Will be coming back. Thank you for the hospitality.
Efficient
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location for visiting Cumberland Family Island
Place was great. Clean, quiet, everything we needed. Check in was a bit confusing but I think it was the app, not the host. Really nice seafood and drinks just 5 minute walk away with a nice public pier nearby. Had a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Candi B., Pauline SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed!! Great location
Beautifully decorated private guest suite. It was a perfect place for my husband and I. Everything was clean and ready when we arrived. The mini fridge and coffee maker were very convenient. It’s within walking distance to several restaurants, shops and the Cumberland Island ferry. We even ventured out to Amelia and Jekyll Islands. We would definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessie V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and quaint!
Being teachers and ending the school year, this vacation spot was just what we needed. The place was quiet and restful with a beautiful view from the balcony and was nestled into the small and quaint downtown of St.Mary’s. We also spent a day on Cumberland Island and loved how close we were to the ferry! Definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Perfect spot to stay for a visit to Cumberland Island. Close to downtown, ferry and restaurants. Great view!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deidre C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Wonderful!!
Loved the décor! Very quiet and private. Woke up to a rainbow the first morning looking out into a beautiful view of the marsh. Hosts were there to greet us and very pleasant to talk with. Excellent location. We biked to everything. Will definitely come back and stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay!!!
Loretta is amazing and she also has a wealth of local knowledge. Check in is as easy as it gets, the location of the property as well as the cleanliness put this rental far beyond anything else in the area. I am glad that Loretta continues to share her beautiful place on the river with the world. Thanks again Loretta for another great weekend in St. Marys!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

VICKI B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
Easy to communicate with property and they were super nice. We would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
A very nice place, we had a lovely time. So convenient to walk in to St. Mary's downtown/waterfront area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

tracey K., Wall Township

Liked: Cleanliness
Pretty, close to town & comfortable
I enjoyed my stay, comfortable, clean and safe. Perfect place for me. Love the view and the pretty decor. Check in wasn't the simplest I've ever done but that was the only thing, other than that exceptional.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

lisa v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Romantic Getaway
Beautiful room and view, we loved staying there and the privacy it offered. We were visiting family, but also took some time to enjoy ourselves. We will definitely come back if we are in the area. Thanks so much for the experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
My family and I really enjoyed our stay at Loretta's place. The location was great for taking the ferry to Cumberland Island, just a few blocks away. The property was beautiful and felt very peaceful and secluded. The check-in process was easy and the room was super clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend her place if you are planning a trip to that area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hollace R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We needed to be close to the navy base….this location was perfect for us!! We were very happy with this property, beautiful views, it was quiet and the kids loved their own loft area!! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Get Away
My husband and I enjoyed staying in this St Marys property. The views were breathtaking and the location was perfect! We enjoyed walking along the waterfront and throughout downtown! The space was charming and had everything we needed for our stay. The hosts were great to work with and very accommodating. We’d live to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay
Loretta is a very lovely host. Beautiful scenery. My husband and I enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room did not have a TV. The room did not have a microwave. The dorm frig makes a noise so loud we had to shut the door to try and sleep. The bed is very very hard and uncomfortable. My wife slept in the bathtub on blankets and I slept on an inflatable mattress I placed on top of the bed mattress. The room's HVAC unit would not cool the space until well after dark. It's 1/2 ton to small. It was 80 inside when we arrived and she knew we were coming. The door to the garage will not lock to keep people out. Someone could easily be waiting on you inside once you exit the steps from the room. The only door you can lock has a 1/2 inch space all the way around it. Easily able for anyone to break in when locked. The door to the balcony doesn't have blinds or curtains. Worth maybe $25.00 a night if you can sleep hot. Worst rip off I've every paid for and we travel a lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming
With a lovely view of the river, this private retreat was simply perfect. The town of St. Marys is awesome with great shops and restaurants. Having this peaceful place with its fabulous porch made our visit even more relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021