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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5950 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

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St George Island, FL
  • St. George Island Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • St George Lighthouse
  • St. George Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. George Island

This cottage is a short stroll from St. George Island Beach and St George Lighthouse. The cottage includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a fenced private yard.
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What's nearby

  • St. George Island Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St. George Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • St. George Island Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • St. George Island Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve - 12 min drive - 8.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Parrot Ocean Front Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Family Coastal Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Aunt Ebby's Ice Cream - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Pit - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Paddy's Raw Bar - ‬4 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.

Adorable cottage! Fun, colorful, gated-fenced, meticulously maintained. Privacy!

818 W. Pine Ave., St. George Island, FL

Truly an 'Island Secret'! Very 'BEACHY' & fun 950sf coastal cottage! Only 4 rows of homes between you and the beach! A short walk to the beach boardwalk located only a football field and a half away, (150 yards), at the end of 8th Street! Enjoy the lush & knarled coastal oaks on our 2nd floor covered porch or screened porch! When we have 10-15 knot winds from the south you'll enjoy listening to the ocean waves. Complete privacy from neighbors!

Our fully stocked kitchen offers stylish quartz solid-surface counters, under mount sink and white bead board cabinets!

The kitchen, dining, and comfortable living areas are all open to each other and overlook the deck & island vegetation.

Each room in the house is a fun coastal color! You're at the beach on an island and on vacation! Bead board ceilings too for that cottage feel! Two bedrooms and one bath are upstairs along with one bedroom and one bath conveniently located downstairs on the ground floor with a separate entrance. Perfect for two couples wanting a bit of privacy or adult children! There is a laundry room with a washer and dryer located downstairs too!

You have a extra large private hot/cold outdoor shower, park style charcoal grill and a large swivel charcoal grill, along with a fish cleaning sink & table located downstairs. The property entry at the street offers a 16' wide gate and a fully fenced yard! Yes, we love your 4-legged children and are pet friendly! You'll love the securely fenced & gated property for your dogs!

A short walk away is Regatta Park! This is a bay front park that offers parking, covered picnic tables, park style grills, a white sandy beach nestled on a cove, and a kayak launch site!

For a 3 minute drone video of our house, go to YouTube and type in: Island Secret, St. George Island

Follow our island and area on our FACEBOOK page! Type in "Our Little Secret on St. George Island".

Glenn & Lawson Smith would be honored to have you as guests at our 'Island Secret'! Please email Glenn through VRBO for further questions or to arrange your wonderful vacation on an island paradise!

Sorry no group gatherings allowed, even for day use, beyond the maximum occupancy of 5 people. Absolutely no occupancy beyond 5 people total, which includes children and infants.

Our other VRBO listing located near St. George Island is 60 minutes N.E. at beautiful Lake Talquin, VRBO 765447.


NOTE:
3 night minimum stay requirement except during the peak summer season when we have a 7 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY REQUIREMENT. Summer season: 7 night minimum stay with Saturday to Saturday rentals.

Sorry, we do not offer a monthly rate.

If you bring your dog, unlike most vacation rental homes, we DO NOT charge you extra for your 4-legged children, and we DO NOT charge you a pet security deposit. IN EXCHANGE, we simply ask that they'd be well behaved & trained, supervised at all times, current on flea/tick meds, non-scratchers on doors/windows/furniture, to keep them off the new Lovesac couch, (or bring blankets for the couch), & off beds, keep off the fence, avoid digging in the yard and that you'd pick up after them in the yard & tidy up. Due to the fact that your pet is not familiar with his/her surroundings at the house, PLEASE bring a kennel in case you plan to leave him/her alone so that your dog does not scratch our doors, door frame and sliding glass doors.

*We cater to family groups and cannot accept reservations for vacationing students or house parties. We do not rent to students or to groups under 25, even if one or more parents or legally responsible adults accompany them.

Cleaning/linens/bath towels fee is $150.00

In the event that you need to cancel, we provide a full refund 60 days or more prior to arrival. Within 60 days there is no refund. Trip cancellation/interruption insurance is strongly recommended because you never know what unexpected life event or weather event can occur.


Up to a $300 damage option will be automatically charged to your credit card within 14 days of check out if any damage occurs.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Glenn and Lawson Smith

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside or outside near open door/window

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 950 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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 welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Well trained and behaved pets welcome. See policy

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: We welcome well behaved children

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 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: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Dec 24 27 2020 for 3 nts is now available for Christmas!

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this cottage?

Guests enjoy the cottage's walkable location in St. George Island based on their ratings, and it's a short 5-minute walk from St. George Island Beach and also 14 minutes on foot from St George Lighthouse. You'll also find St. George Lighthouse and St. George Island Fishing Pier within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Adorable cottage! Fun, colorful, gated-fenced, meticulously maintained. Privacy! a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does Adorable cottage! Fun, colorful, gated-fenced, meticulously maintained. Privacy! have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Adorable cottage! Fun, colorful, gated-fenced, meticulously maintained. Privacy!?

Yes, every accommodation at Adorable cottage! Fun, colorful, gated-fenced, meticulously maintained. Privacy! comes with a balcony.

Adorable cottage! Fun, colorful, gated-fenced, meticulously maintained. Privacy! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 239 out of 253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 253 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marita E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tropical tree house

We LOVED this place. It was everything we expected and more! Comfy, close to everything, clean, private, and had everything we needed. We had a place booked for next year but cancelled 2 days into our stay here so we could rebook with Glen and Lawson. If you want fancy don't stay here.. but if you want to walk in and feel right at home at a very reasonable and affordable price..this is your place! Thanks a bunch to our fabulous hosts!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitch W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great trip

Second stay at island secret…we’ve already booked the third and now we’re talking about the fourth. Super clean and extremely private. Owners are very responsive and easy to work with. We’ll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

Great communication with owner and I understand now why the property is rated 10/10. We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness

What’s not to love??

My husband and I have stayed at Island Secret several times; and always love to return….so we chose this amazing retreat as a place to both relax and enjoy the entire first month of my retirement. In a nutshell….these are thingsloved: coffee on the porchperfect for walking easy beach access delightful warm sunshine success with fishing on the pier and beach quiet time reading on the porch handy Piggly Wiggly for ANYTHING you need welcoming worship family in Appalachicola yummy food at The Blue Parrot adventures on bikes… Island Dog Rentals delicious treats at Aunt Ebby’s Ice Cream 🦤entertaining pelicans flying/diving Happy Hour around the yard trails Appalachicola National Estuary….free AND informative a well-stocked kitchen 🥘 birdwatching…Northern Cardinal, Gray Catbird, Black-capped Chickadee, American Redstart, Carolina Wren, Laughing Gull, Common Dove, Palm Warbler….all spotted from the porch! Weber’s Donuts…worth the wait pet-friendly nice neighborhood🧽 neat and tidy upon arrival Paddy’s Raw Bar….food, drinks, music, friendly crowd awesome grill easy/pleasant communication with ownersWe have already rebooked Island Secret; and I would not hesitate to recommend this rental to others.
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rayburn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Island secret

Enjoyed our stay very much
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Perfect Island Escape

This was our second stay at Island Secret, and it won’t be our last! We first visited for a week in February last year and loved it so much that we returned for two weeks this time. The privacy of this charming cottage, nestled in a treehouse-like setting just a few blocks from the beach, is truly special.One of the biggest draws for us was the fully fenced yard, which made it easy to relax and enjoy our time with our two dogs. The soothing sounds of the ocean combined with the beautiful collection of wind chimes placed by the hosts created a wonderfully peaceful atmosphere. Inside, the kitchen is impressively well-stocked with everything you could need—pots, pans, utensils, dishware, and even a variety of spices for cooking up a great meal.We had a wonderful time – thank you!
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaw S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual winter stay on SGI

This was our second time staying at Island Secret and it will not be out last. We enjoy everything about this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M., Hiawassee,Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and comfortable

Nice little tucked away gem! Close to everything but private. Enjoyed it so much, staying there again in October
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect fit for our needs

We had a lovely time here! The location was great, we enjoyed the walk to the beach each day. The property was very comfortable for the two of us and our dogs. We look forward to our next stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet Little Hideaway

If your looking for a secluded little beachy home in the trees this for you. It was a easy walk to the beach . The kitchen was very well stocked. Just big enough for the 2 of us and a dog! Quiet, except for the sounds of the waves at the beach!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Malcolm S N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sgi

Nice very private. Very comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovin’ Island Secret!

Great stay. Everything was as described. Well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, great yard for our dogs.Communication with owners was prompt and helpful.Will stay again!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Xmas 2024

Enjoyed overall
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas getaway

This house is perfectly stocked for all of your needs! It’s decorated cute as a button and makes you feel right at home. We absolutely love it!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bryan V.

Liked: Cleanliness

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Calm and peaceful. Loved the grounds and being in the trees.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elise P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Treehouse vibes

This property was really neat, convenient to public beach access and island amenities. The yard is fenced in, but if you have a smaller dog who likes adventures, there are a few places in the perimeter big enough to escape. The balcony is gated though, so that was a nice place to sit outside with the dogs. Owners were very communicative. We did not need to reach out during the stay, but they were very helpful during the booking process.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori H., Little Rock

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous second stay!

This is our second stay at this property, and we loved it just as much this time! We enjoyed having coffeee out on the balcony, hanging out inside and cooking dinner and breakfast, and walking down to enjoy the beach. We love St. George Island and Apalachicola and already can’t wait to return! The property is perfect, quiet, and exactly as described. Be sure to check out the outdoor shower as it’s fabulous when it’s not too cold out!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walt F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Retreat

Loved our stay. Excellent location on the island. Enjoyed the property with all its different places to relax. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deric P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Time

Will book again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

debra t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Key West Vibe

This cottage has easily become our happy place. Private but easy walk to beach. Local nature right outside your door. We loved it and will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lillian H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place. Great location.

We arrived a few days after hurricane Helene so the driveway was a little flooded and the water didn't go down while we were there. It was to walk anywhere, had to get in the truck and drive to the end of the driveway
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome experience

The yard was fabulous! Home had everything we needed. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another amazing stay

Another amazing stay at Island Secret! The cottage is perfect for our annual beach trip. Cozy, clean and just what we needed for our stay at the beach. We look forward to be back next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024