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Great neighborhood Efficiency. 3 minute walk to the beach.

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, towels
Exterior
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2348 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Saint Simons Island, Georgia
  • East Beach
    1 min walk
  • Demere Park
    10 min walk
  • Boulevard Cafe
    7 min walk
  • Brunswick, GA (SSI-McKinnon St. Simons Island)
    3 min drive

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About the neighborhood

St. Simons Island

A stay at this apartment places you in the heart of St. Simons Island, steps from East Beach and 10 minutes by foot from Demere Park. .This apartment is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Massengale Park and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Neptune Park.
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What's nearby

  • Neptune Park - 11 min walk
  • St. Simons Lighthouse Museum - 11 min walk
  • Saint Simons Island Pier - 16 min walk
  • Sea Island Golf Club - 6 min drive
  • Driftwood Beach - 35 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪St Simons Island Pier - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brogen's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Great neighborhood Efficiency. 3 minute walk to the beach.

Nestled in an idyllic neighborhood and just a 3-minute walk to the beach, the 520 College Street Efficiency is the perfect escape. – whatever you do, you’ll be glad you booked a stay in this cozy and charming efficiency. Walk to some of St. Simons' great seafood restaurants or stay in and cook. The stocked kitchen has everything you'll need. There is a full-sized bathroom with a tub and shower, a large living space, and a comfortable bed - Fully equipped to make your vacation a pleasure.

Includes wireless internet. This unit DOES NOT have a washer or dryer. We DO NOT accept pets. Please Do Not park in front of the garage

Bedding - Queen

Every one of our properties is furnished with a “starter kit” of supplies so that you don't have to run to the store at the start of your vacation.

1 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom
1 roll of paper towels
2 trash bags
2 dishwasher soap pods

Cancellation Policy:
60+ days from arrival - 100% refund
31-60 days from arrival - 50% refund
0-30 days from arrival – 0% refund

Inside of 60 days, reservations cannot be rescheduled for any reason

Cancellations will be charged a $65 cancellation fee
(without exception, even for same-day cancellations)

To protect your vacation investment and avoid deposits lost to cancellation, Emmons Realty strongly recommends the purchase of Travel Insurance.


Deposit Policy:
$500 will be charged to your card at the time of reservation, a deposit which will be applied directly to your rental cost. The remainder will be charged automatically, 30 days prior to your arrival. If you’ve contacted us through Homeaway or VRBO, you will be responsible for their additional fees. Our online calendar is updated automatically, and all quotes are accurate and include all fees. No refunds will be granted for early departure.

Accommodation Excise Tax Certificate #105550
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free apartment features a tennis court on site, ecotours nearby, and sailing nearby. Recreational activities include mountain biking nearby and windsurfing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property manager

Emmons Realty

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 348 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

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Great Neighborhood Efficiency. 3 Minute Walk to the Beach

Great neighborhood Efficiency. 3 minute walk to the beach. Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Katherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
As expected
The vacation rental is a perfect affordable get away for a couple.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

GuyLaurie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
34th Anniversary Trip
It was perfect. We were able to walk to the beach and all the restaurants and even the ice cream shop. The neighborhood was beautiful and quiet. The bungalow was just perfect, very clean and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

George G.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised
The Vrbo description was accurate…no surprises.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint
We stayed in this quaint little one room cottage for a week. I think 3 - 4 days would have been better for such a small space, but we made the best of it. Ultimately, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Hester L.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Directions need to be clearer, because GPS takes one to the front of the house. The toaster did not work. The wifi worked only half of the time. It took a LONG time to get hot water. But great location, clean place, comfortable bed
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mona A., Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in a nice neighborhood
My husband and I stayed for 4 nights and had a great time. We brought our bikes and mostly we used them to go everywhere. The beach is only a 5 minute walk and all the shops and restaurants where jus a bike away. We read a previous review that complained about the heat and humidity, but for us, we had no issues at all. The place was clean, cool, and very comfortable. We will be back hopefully soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lane W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Very comfortable. Had everything we needed for a short getaway in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

ryan w.

Liked: Cleanliness
be a handyman
read past reviews they're spot on and have not been fixed even though they say they have. we arrived late at night tired from a long trip, when i opened the door the mildew/ humidity hit me harder than will smith at the oscars. wet walls, bed and pillows. too tired, too late to do anything about it my first night was horrible. a/c unit has a drainage issue dumps moisture back into the room. emmonds said there was supposed to be a dehumidifier set up in the room, that right there should be the clue that something is wrong. they brought the dehumidifier over. i stayed a week humidity inside was north of 80% (gage didnt go higher) eventually it went down to 55% i put candles all over the place and sprayed febreeze on everything daily to make it bearable. ran the bathroom exhaust and dehumidifier 24/7. empty dehumidifier every 3 hrs. ignore the noise they make best you can. shame because its a nice little place and cleaning out the a/c drain is super easy for the right repairman. almost did it myself but im on vacation and i was already doing more than i should have. thankfully the time of year meant i didnt have to run the a/c much which allowed the dehumidifier to catch up i feel sorry for someone in the summer. humidity issue aside it is a nice, clean place in a good location and i would stay there again if issues were fixed. door drap is see thru didnt bother me, people can see in i feel sorry for the neighbors im way past my prime.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
This was the perfect little place for a solo trip to the beach. It had everything I needed and more. Not to mention how close it was to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

J B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!!
Clean, convenient, and perfect in every way! We loved our stay and will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Tanya G.

Great location!
The check in experience wasn’t smooth. We didn’t receive an access code from the owner on the day of check in, as indicated in the confirmation email. We had to email and make multiple phone calls to the property management company to obtain it. The property owner never sent it to us, so we finally obtained it from the property management company. It was a relief, since it was a 4th of July holiday and we were not sure if they’d even be open. The property itself is comfortable and has everything you need for a few days stay. The beach access is just a couple of minutes walk away. The center of town with shops and restaurants is close too, a beautiful 15-20 min walk. The cottage was clean except for the couch, that had stains and dirty marks. The overall stay was pleasant, as the island itself had a beautiful peaceful atmosphere and a fantastic sandy beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Location
Very convenient. Extremely close to the beach and just a short walk to restaurants and the village
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Timothy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy in St Simons
Was a verry nice cozy place to stay. The place was a 3 minute walk from the beach. Would decently rent again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
Upon arriving to the property, we unlocked the front door and noticed a certain smell that resembled water damage/mold. I noticed the ceiling was sagging in certain areas. The air in the unit felt damp/humid which made the bedsheets feel wet, so we plugged in our own fan and turned the a/c on 65°, and we ended up putting our own blanket on top and using our own pillows. We endured 2 nights trying to sleep on the bed but it was very uncomfortable (lumpy and uneven). The front door has no blinds, and the curtain is see-thru (you can be seen from the outside). The clear shower curtain has mold and hardwater stains. Oh...and good luck trying to get in touch with the host once you arrive. They never answered the phone when we tried calling about the non-working internet. Lastly, the pics of the unit look better than seeing the unit in person. I didn't want to do a review, but I feel it is necessary so that others will know before booking. On a positive note, we were grateful for even finding a vacant unit around our anniversary and being able to enjoy the attractions at St Simons island and Jekyll island. Though this unit was the most affordable we could find in that area, sad to say, we won't be making a second stay. I wish I had something nice to say about the host but we never were fortunate to have met or even spoken in person.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

A guest from Raleigh, NC C.

Updated decor,
Comfortable bed, good location, kitchen well stocked. We found maintenance to be lacking. The shower caddy was very rusted and the shower hooks were rusted to the pointed of turning the shower curtain rusty. Also the toilet ran continuously after flushing which was annoying. The major item was the AC unit. I have asthma and am allergic to dust l kept waking up each morning unable to breathe but we didn’t see any visible dust. The day we were checking out we saw the top of the AC unit and a filter there was covered in layers of dust. Based on the above I could not recommend this unit. I have some photos of the problem areas, if you would like them let me know. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Joyce W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a Small Getaway
The space was nice, great walking distance to the beach. It is good for 2 for a small getaway. Easy drive to Jekyll Island. This really is not for the tall people, bed was small and shower was short.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Overall Experience
Room was clean, convenient and check-in was easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mostly Great
First- the not so good: apartment is very dark and the only way to easily let in much light was to open the front door which basically opens to your car & the street. Also, be aware that there is nowhere to sit outside. And, the water… recommend bringing your own to drink. Hot water takes forever to come up and when it does, it smells kind of like glue. But, there is lots of positives about this snug little studio: the bed was by far the most comfortable bed we’ve slept in that wasn’t home. Small, but firm, great pillows too. Kitchen was well equipped with good quality cookware. Excellent Wi-Fi. Good lighting & temperature control. Cute decor. Very clean. Easy walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Overall, we were very happy and felt it was a good value.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place.
Nice place, quiet neighborhood, under 3 minute walk to beach. Clean unit. Well equipped. Would rent again. Thanks to the owner and Emmons realty.
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Harold N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tiny but comfortable
Had everything for a brief stay. Good location. Had a humidity problem--hang-up clothes felt wet. Needed a dehumidifier.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a weekend stay!
Property was very clean and cute! Also a very easy walk to the beach, basically across the street from an access! The only thing to consider is the tides will take away the beach at 3rd st, so pay attention to the tide chart or go to a beach access a little further down! During low tide though there was plenty! Otherwise this was a great stay and we would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend get-away
Would stay again. Close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cordrick D.

Liked: Cleanliness
We highly recommend this property
Property was very clean, and only a short walk to the beach! We had an amazing trip and will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Taylor W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location, perfect everything!
This little apartment was everything the two of us needed to enjoy a few days on the island! So clean, great location, and perfect size for two people. We will definitely be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Trip
This was a perfect little cozy get away for the 2 of us. Great location to walk/bike to beach and restaurants and shops. The place had everything we needed for our long weekend trip. It was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021