Located within a 5-minute walk of Americana Beach, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Indian Mound. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.
Jekyll Island Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
Jekyll Island State Park - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
Summer Waves Water Park - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
Getting around
Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
St Simons Island Pier - 30 min drive
Brogen's - 30 min drive
Tortuga Jacks - 3 min drive
Driftwood Bistro - 3 min drive
Barbara Jean's - 30 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Reel Life - Beach Cottage
RENOVATED, STYLISH AND RIGHT BY BEACH ACCESS!
This 4 bedroom 2 bathroom completely renovated beach house is just one block from the beach. Located right on Beachview Drive you can walk to Beach Access #16 within 3-4 minutes.
From the moment you walk inside, you have a different experience - modern + beach house that is perfect for smaller families or larger families up to 10 people. Two room are equipped with King beds, 1 room has a Queen and the last room has four single twin bunk beds for the kiddos. We even have bunk bed bumpers at the home to help with safety. We also have a baby bathtub, child bike seats and a stroller. There are lots of board games that adults and kids alike can enjoy.
There's a Roku TV in every room so you can stream your favorite programs on those (hopefully not many) rainy days or evenings while you are relaxing.
The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need to whip up a gourmet meal. There is a drip coffee / Keurig combo available for your use.
Outside is where so much of the vacation magic happens! There is a fire pit surrounded by seating, a propane grill, patio table and umbrellas. We also have an outdoor shower for you to clean off at after a day at the beach or if your pups are running around getting dirty outside (we know, Fido would NEVER do that!).
We also offer a free pool pass to enjoy the pool at the Holiday Inn. You also have access to fitness amenities at Holiday Inn such as water aerobics, yoga, etc.
There are bikes for you to enjoy some of the best bike paths SE Georgia offers. We also have beach chairs and beach towels at the home for you to use, free of charge.
Be one of our first guests to stay in this beautiful home!
If your stay is between April 1 and September 1, you will receive a beach gear credit of $35/night for stays 3-21 nights.
Other things to note:
There is a $100 pet fee for those guests bringing pets.
Please consider purchasing travel insurance for your trip. This may cover you for instances of medical emergencies or inclement weather. We unfortunately can’t offer refunds for these types of situations so we want to ensure you’ve properly covered yourself.Pack N Play and strollers available upon request for $15 each for the duration of your stay. Please notify us at least 1 day in advance if you would like to rent them so we can ensure they are delivered prior to your arrival.
Linens are provided for your stay along with a starter set of paper towels, toilet paper, trash bags, shampoo, body wash and laundry pods. They will not be replenished during your stay so make sure to bring some extras if you need!
For stays of 30 nights or more, we will collect a $750 refundable security deposit.
House Rules: No loud noise after 10pm per county ordinance. Violation of ordinance will result in immediate eviction without refund. No loud music. No parties. Smoking inside the home will result in a $2,000 fee. All pet droppings must be picked up or a $50 fee will be assessed. There will be a $75 minimum charge for any missing remotes, including ceiling fan, and TV remotes. Maximum of 2 pets. No Cats.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Unit size: 1,344 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: 2 pets maximum. No cats.
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 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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What can I see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Jekyll Island, just steps from Americana Beach. You'll also find Driftwood Beach and Jekyll Island Golf Club within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Reel Life - Beach Cottage a good place to stay for couples?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a heated pool.
Does Reel Life - Beach Cottage have a hot tub?
No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
What is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles), which is 20.6 mi away (32 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies at Reel Life - Beach Cottage?
Yes, every accommodation at Reel Life - Beach Cottage comes with a deck.
Reel Life - Beach Cottage Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Amanda S.
May 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute beach house
We stayed here for our wedding on driftwood beach! The property was clean and spacious! Very pet friendly and has a fenced in yard! We will be back!
Amanda S.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jon P.
Apr 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent value for a large family
This is the fifth property we've stayed at on Jekyll over the past 5 years and the best value overall. Location is excellent with an easy walk to the beach anytime other than high tide. The property is fenced and several bikes were provided, making the stay very comfortable for our large family who brought along our dog. The living / dining / kitchen is adequate for a large group but worth the tradeoff to have 7 different beds (four bunks, one queen, two king) which made sleeping for our large group very comfortable. The property manager was great. Check-in and check-out were easy. The property was clean. We love Jekyll and would gladly stay here again on our next visit.
Jon P.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ryan L.
Mar 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Golf trip to Jekyll
This house was perfect! Recently updated and done really well!! Great location and had everything thing we needed!
Ryan L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hilary L.
Mar 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Hilary
Loved our weekend stay at Reel Life. It was a wonderful place for our family- with short distance to the beach/ short drive to places to explore. The backyard was so nice for kids to play or relax . Would love to come back soon
Hilary L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
David L.
Mar 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay.
Reel Life Cottage gets our 5 star review. We have seldom enjoyed a rental that was better outfitted for our needs and comfort. General: cottage is lovely, easy to find, easy to get into, immaculate, comfortable and contained an abundance of towels, pillows and the like. Everything was found to be in perfect working order, with the amusing exception of the two large bedroom fan/lights in different bedrooms both responding to both remotes! Luckily, we didn’t need the fans, so we just used wall switches for the lights. Notes for prospective renters: 1. The coffee maker at the time of our visit is a dual drip/Keurig. We brought refillable k-cups and they worked great to let us use the coffee of our choice. 2. Municipal water is less than wonderful, so we bought bottled water. 3. There were few options for sealed storage for meal leftovers. 4. While there are 4 bikes available for use, at the time of our visit, two appeared to be rather unusable and all looked to be in need of maintenance. We had anticipated that likelihood and rented bikes in Savannah (brought with us a trunk rack for our rental car - highly recommend Savannah On Wheels!)
David L.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deb C., Massachusetts
Feb 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Could not have been better!
We are six friends, recently retired, and this house was ideal! It was exactly as described and perfect for us in every way: location, parking, bicycles, backyard, etc.Can't wait to rent it again next year!
Deb C.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brian B.
Nov 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice setup
Nice clean house. House is clean and well maintained. Backyard is great with plenty of seating and nice fire pit. Every room is equipped with a tv and living room has a lot of space. Only complaint is the fans in all rooms are remote however the remote works all of them so you turn one on, they all come on.
Brian B.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bill F.
Nov 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Golf trip
Four of us stayed in the house. Accommodations were excellent and exactly as described. We enjoyed the fire pit in the evenings and would definitely stay here again.
Bill F.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Dani P.
Oct 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Missed Opportunity
This was a long awaited 40th birthday (for me) and 20th anniversary (for mom) combo family vacation that we've never had growing up. Unfortunately, hurricane Helene just wreaked havoc on our plans in the ability to make the drive to our stay. With a consistent week's communication of loads of sent evidence, and the understanding, assistance, and policy from VRBO, the host was kind enough to agree to reimburse us for the missed opportunity. We are hoping to try again soon.