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Eisenhower's Retreat is a restored original Tybee beach cottage.

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Relax in a shaded seating area with a ceiling fan, surrounded by patterned sofas and a wooden table.
Relax in this stylish living room with a sofa, dining table, and television.
Kitchen with central island, stove, sink, and refrigerator, set against a patterned rug.
Enjoy stunning ocean views from spacious balconies and large windows in this scenic coastal retreat.
Stylish hallway with a large mirror, two lamps, and a cabinet.

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 103000 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Tybee Island, GA
  • Tybee Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • North Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Savannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tybee Island

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Tybee Island Beach and Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Tybee Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • South Beach - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mid Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • North Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 32 min drive
  • Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crab Shack - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fannies On The Beach - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Huc-A-Poos Bites and Booze - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪North Beach Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Spanky's Beachside - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Eisenhower's Retreat is a restored original Tybee beach cottage.

"Eisenhower's Retreat" is a restored original Tybee beach cottage. This preferred beach home is documented as a National Historic House with the US Department of the Interior. Staying at this updated beach cottage is a unique experience that you will never forget.

The home is conveniently located a few steps away from the beach and on the island's south end. You will be walking distance away from the famous Tybee pier, shops, and many local restaurants.

The 2000 square feet historic beach cottage features antique décor coupled with the modern conveniences desired in a vacation home. Eisenhower's Retreat is perfect for large families, groups, or couples looking for an authentic vacation experience. Every room features historical architectural features that will remind you of the nostalgia of a beach town of years gone by.

Once you arrive, a large 'Tybee-style' decorated screened-in porch welcomes you. A blanket of vintage pine floors coupled with upscale furnishings is through the home. The large living room features comfortable sofas, a large HD smart tv, and an electric fireplace. Within the large living room is a dining table perfect for a game of cards, board games, or enjoying a meal. Directly connecting to the living room is the kitchen furnished with appliances to compliment the vintage cottage beach vibe.

Eisenhower's Retreat has four bedrooms upstairs with a bonus bedroom on the lower level of the home, with 10ft high ceilings and ceiling fans in each room. Bedroom #1 is the main bedroom with a King bed, an attached full bathroom with a clawfoot tub, and an oversized showerhead. Bedrooms #2 and #3 have Queen beds. Bedroom #4 has two double beds. The 2nd full-size bathroom with a clawfoot tub and an oversized showerhead is off the hallway.
There is a bonus bedroom located downstairs in the basement (must be accessed by walking out of the home, through the front door, down the porch steps, and down the concrete steps to the side of the house) with a Queen bed and two Twin beds. There is a half bathroom on the same level that is off the open-air hallway that goes under the home. Additionally, the bonus bedroom has a TV and a window unit A/C.

The lower level at Eisenhower's Retreat embraces more of the home's fascinating 123+-year-old history. This area is an excellent place to experience, complete with gathering space! To access the lower level of the house, you must go outside – this area does not have direct access from the main level of the home.

Laundry room with Washer and Dryer
3 Parking spots

Short Term Registration #00932 - Oceanfront Cottage Rentals MGR
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Oceanfront Cottage Rentals

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Restored Original Historic Beach Cottage Steps to the Beach!
Eisenhower's Retreat is a Restored Original Tybee Beach Cottage
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home in Tybee Island is within a 10-minute walk of Tybee Island Beach and Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion. You'll also find South Beach and Mid Beach less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Eisenhower's Retreat is a restored original Tybee beach cottage. good for couples?

Couples staying at this historic vacation home will appreciate amenities such as a kitchen in each accommodation with kitchens in some.

Does Eisenhower's Retreat is a restored original Tybee beach cottage. have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV), which is 28.3 mi away (43 minutes by car). Another top airport is Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH), which is around 18.2 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Eisenhower's Retreat is a restored original Tybee beach cottage.?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Eisenhower's Retreat is a restored original Tybee beach cottage..

Eisenhower's Retreat is a restored original Tybee beach cottage. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jessica W.

Family vacation

We were surprised with a pool!! It was awesome. The house is 2 houses from the beach. The enclosed porch is great! Needs a new fridge.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanna F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice beach spot

Good location, clean and old Tybee character
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic!!

We were at Tybee Island celebrating our adult twins birthday. We had 8 adults and 2 toddlers and there was plenty of room for all. As a matter of fact, there was a room downstairs we did not use, and could have slept 4 more comfortably. We spent most of our time on the fantastic porch! We were close to the beach, grocery store and restaurants. The home is a historical home built in the 1800’s - the floors are not level and the rooms are not perfectly square- reminded me of my grandparents home. We loved the uniqueness and charm of this home- including the “hidden door” to get to the downstairs room. We did spend one day in Savannah which was a quick drive. The house was hard to find when driving in- you can not depend on gps.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jackson h., Cincinnati

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual family vacation

Loved the character of this historic house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty W., Collinsville, OK 74021

Liked: Cleanliness

Family trip to Tybee

We loved this historical Tybee Island house...especially the sun porch and the large dining/living area. Was a short walk to beach. Would be nice if they added pot holders to the kitchen. And the Dining Roon chairs are in rough shape...spokes kept coming out. We were told there would be laundry soap but didn't find any. Also the WiFi never did work for us the whole week. When the A/C went out and a man came to work on it he left liquid on the floor under the attic door...we thought was water and tried to wipe up so it wouldn't mark the hardwood floors. It was some dark colored liquid, not sure what but we tried to wipe up as best as we could. All in all though I would recommend this place and would book again for my family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot for a Friend-Reunion

Great spot for a bunch of friends to reconnect. Our group is now spread all over the country but we managed to come together and this house perfectly fit all of us! The beach was just a short walk away and the double refrigerators gave us plenty of room to stay stocked for snacks and meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

House is beautiful

We were sad to leave. The pictures do not do this house justice. I’d like to know it’s history. It’s walking distance to the beach and restaurants. The porch was a huge bonus! We’d love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chesney C.

Liked: Cleanliness

LOVED EVERYTHING ABOUT IT!

We were a little afraid of renting anything during a pandemic, but the level of cleanliness in this house was 10 stars...not 5. It was immaculately cleaned! Its a very short walk to the beach, and very close to shops and food. We couldn't recommend this house more highly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020