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Ocean Cottage 53 - Pelican's Playground

Vacation home near Driftwood Beach in Jekyll Island

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Pool
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pool
TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Jekyll Island, GA
  • Place, Americana Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Driftwood Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Horton House
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Jekyll Island

Oceanside stay.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Americana Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Driftwood Beach with a stay here. Horton House and Indian Mound are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Americana Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Driftwood Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Indian Mound - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Horton House - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Summer Waves Water Park - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Pantry - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fish Bait Food Truck - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Westin Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mullet Bay - ‬31 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.

Ocean Cottage 53 - Pelican's Playground

OCEANFRONT TOWNHOME STYLE BEACH COTTAGE WITH INCREDIBLE OCEAN VIEWS FROM BOTH LEVELS - Located at The Cottages at Jekyll Island. just steps from the Cottages South Beach Access. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms featuring open concept living, dining, kitchen, laundry, lower porch, master suite (KING), and half bath all on the entry-level, 2 bedroom suites (QUEEN)with private bathrooms and large covered balcony on the second floor. Sleeps 8 with a pull-out sofa in the living area. Fully equipped kitchen with stainless appliances and both a standard and a Keurig coffee maker.
!! THE COTTAGE COMES WITH 4 SEATER GOLF CART, 2 BIKES AND BEACH CHAIRS
In addition, guests have access to The Cottages at Jekyll Island million dollar oceanfront amenities, which include Clubhouse with Billiard Table, Fitness Room, zero entry pool, beach deck, community fire pit, and beach access. Guests staying in Cottage 53 receive a 50% discount on food and beverages at McGarvey's Wee Pub located in Jekyll Island's Beach Village.
**Important:** To access the golf cart, complete the cart use agreement sent via email 10 days before arrival.

2 Parking Spaces - No trailers of any kind allowed.

Linens Included
King
2 Queens
Sofa Sleeper

Coffee maker: Keurig and standard coffee pot

This cottage is the "Heron" floor plan and accommodates 8 with sofa sleeper

NO SMOKING NO PETS

BEACH ACCESS AT THE COTTAGES
Overview: The Cottages beach is about 2,000 feet long, featuring a dune area and seawall.
Access Points: There are three dune crossovers to the sandy area, always accessible for recreation. Main access is near the pool and clubhouse.
Tide Information: At high tide, water reaches the seawall, changing every six hours. Check a tide chart to plan your beach time.
Nearby Facilities: Oceanview Beach Park, about 2 miles south past the Holiday Inn, offers all-day ocean access. Explore all Jekyll Island beaches on their website.
Important Note: Storms may affect beach crossover access, and we cannot guarantee beach access at all times.

ON-SITE MANAGEMENT AT THE CLUBHOUSE

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Ocean 53 In Jekyll Jekyll
Ocean Cottage 53 in Jekyll Island Jekyll Island
Ocean Cottage 53 in Jekyll Island Private vacation home
3108-263018

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ocean Cottage 53 - Pelican's Playground to the airport?

This vacation home is 21.6 mi (35-min drive) away from the Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ocean Cottage 53 - Pelican's Playground have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Ocean Cottage 53 - Pelican's Playground to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 2-minute walk from Americana Beach and 1.3 mi (3-min drive) from Driftwood Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ocean Cottage 53 - Pelican's Playground offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ocean Cottage 53 - Pelican's Playground?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Emerald Princess II Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Ocean Cottage 53 - Pelican's Playground?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ocean Cottage 53 - Pelican's Playground?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Ocean Cottage 53 - Pelican's Playground have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Ocean Cottage 53 - Pelican's Playground have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Ocean Cottage 53 - Pelican's Playground to downtown Jekyll Island?

This vacation home is 2.2 mi away from Jekyll Island.

Ocean Cottage 53 - Pelican's Playground Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Casey O.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda R.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

stephanie r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and comfortable

Cottage 53 was perfect for our family. Fully supplied with the kitchen utensils needed to cook family meals, except pot holders. Loved the air fryer! Had a few issues with the lock on the door but Parker Kaufman team was very responsive and helpful. Tips for this rental, bring extra trash bags, toilet paper, laundry soap, and bathroom soaps. Only supplies sample size soap and two trash bags. They did supply dishwasher soap. Also, bring pot holders and foil for grill.
Cottage Balcony view
Oldest tree on the island
Saint Andrews Beach
Cottage beach access at low tide. No access at high tide.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A

Excellent Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We enjoyed our time on a short break! The view from the 2nd balcony was amazing! We'll back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short getaway

Lovely cottage with beautiful view of the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing views

Best balcony! The views were beautiful. Location was great, and layout of the rooms was perfect for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorri S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Breathing Views

We all enjoyed Ocean Cottage #53. The view is amazing. The complex community is pristine. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Fall Break with a breeze

My entire family loved staying at Cottage 53. The ocean view was perfect, and we felt safe there. We will keep this place in mind for future trips to Jekyll Island. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

rebecca p., Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness

Unbeatable view

Loved the cottage, location and view!! Will be back to ride bikes and enjoy the relaxing views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

Jekyll Island Family Trip

Family gathering with beach and pool
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

La-Verna F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Quiet Getaway

The property is a perfect location next to the water. Since my goal was to rest and recuperate, this was the perfect townhouse. My only regret is that i was too weak and sick to climb the stairs often. The 2nd floor bedrooms and deck had the BEST view and set-up to enjoy the ocean. The 1st floor bedroom and deck was nice, too. The kitchen had everything we needed. The Master bedroom suite is perfect. My only critique is that it is time to update the covers and sheets. When i am stronger, I will take another look at Jekyll Island because there seemed to be a lot to see and enjoy in a leisurely manner.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, very nice

Super relaxed location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

Everything about the condo was spectacular. Of course Jekyll was special as always
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, great property, great island!

My family and I stayed here for spring break as we were visiting family in Brunswick. What a wonderful island! The house is everything you need for an active family. Great pool, beach access and great responsiveness by the owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

1st trip to Jekkyl Island

Loved every minute of our stay in this beautiful home. Our family rented bikes and took advantage of the trails to explore many attractions on the island. We did a problem that required a call for maintenance and, thankfully, the management company responded in a timely manner.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Renee I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Updated photos needed!!!!

We have been coming to Jekyll for 50 years. My parents are now in their late 70's, my mother has arthritis which is especially bad in her feet and it no longer allows her to enjoy walking on the beach the way she would like. This is our 3rd time staying at The cottages because of the screened in oceanfront porches, from there she can watch the sunrise and see the ocean anytime she wants. This unit was chosen because of that which the VRBO photo shows. However, due to the the overgrown vegetation that cannot be cut you can't see anything. Another reason we LOVE these units is the downstairs master, the stairs are difficult for my Mom. She did navigate them a few times so she coul have coffee and watch the sunrise. We would have NEVER booked this unit. PLEASE update you photos for other families who may have older folks in their party that can't get to the beach as much as they'd like. We noticed the metal outdoor furniture on the back deck really needs replacing also. The unit is decorated beautifully and did have all that we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great pool and Biking on Jekyll

Great biking and hiking location for Jekyll. Check Out Turtle Tides Kayak for great on water activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice house in great location!

House was clean, updated and well appointed. High ceilings on first floor made it feel very airy. First and second floor porches were the place to be - you could hear the ocean from both and see it particularly well from second floor. Easy walk to the beach (which is not available at high tide!). Driftwood Beach is a must see! I would recommend this cottage to anyone visiting Jeckyll Island, especially in late winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

My family and I absolutely enjoy this home. It was a great getaway. Great location and very comfortably decorated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Semi Annual family trip

We rent 3 cottages, 2 times a year. The area is perfect for the kids to go back and forth with no worries and the cottages are large enough for the 3 cottages to gather in one for birthday cake and ice cream. We LOVE coming back each time! We are already booking for our spring/summer trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very uncomfortable beds

Overall it was a nice place, but the beds are horrible. We stayed for a week and none of us slept good. All three bedrooms had crappy beds, hard as a rock. We won't be staying here again. But the beds are the only complaint
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Dave T.

Nice but could have been better.

Gas grill was full of rust. Had to call management to get a toaster that worked and a pull chain on the outdoor fan. Pressure washed the outside of the unit while there and soaked down all the outdoor furniture and beach chairs with bleach and water.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great host

Beautiful! Great place! Well stocked and clean. A perfect place for hiking!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021