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I'd Rather Be at the Beach

Vacation home near Saint Simons Island Pier in St. Simons Island

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A beach with clear water and a sandy shoreline.
A residential building with multiple balconies, a garage, and a covered outdoor area.
A bedroom with a floral bedspread, two bedside tables with lamps, a wall-mounted artwork, and a light blue wall.
A glass-top table with metal legs on a concrete surface, surrounded by a white fence and a stone wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Saint Simons Island, GA
  • Place, Massengale Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Simons Lighthouse Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. Simons Island

Close to the beach.At this vacation home, you'll be steps from Massengale Park and within a 10-minute walk of East Beach. Also, Demere Park is within half a mile (1 km) and World War II Home Front Museum is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Massengale Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • East Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Demere Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • St. Simons Lighthouse Museum - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Saint Simons Island Pier - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Porch - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Brogen's Food & Spirits - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Barbara Jean's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mullet Bay - ‬3 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.

I'd Rather Be at the Beach


Wow! What a great location! With less than 300 steps to the ocean . Across the street from the King and Prince Resort. This is an amazing place to get away with family or friends. Walks on the beach. Sunsets and sunrises to be shared, delicious food. Smart TVs in all the rooms. This beautiful home with plenty of space for everyone. A wonderful place to gather on the main floor allows for everyone to be together or the private bedrooms allow for personal space. A family suite on the bottom floor with a king bedroom next door to two twins is a bedroom and a full bathroom. Upstairs is A king bedroom and and another king bedroom separated by a jack and Jill full bathroom. A fourth floor bedroom with a Queen bed has access to to a huge tree top deck. Bright and airy this getaway with well outfitted kitchen will be a place memories are made. The location is amazing. Grab coffee in the morning across the street, You will be able to walk to BBQ, Crab Daddy's, The Crab Trap, Echo and the King and Prince bar or the Liquor store. It is a short bike ride to the Pier, where you will find all kinds of fun and food.
There is a place to rents bikes around the corner and so easy to rent chairs on the beach.

If you book the GA/FL game weekend there is a $1000 deposit.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Pets allowed under host review

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

I'd Rather Be At The St Simons
I'd Rather Be at the Beach St. Simons Island
I'd Rather Be at the Beach Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is I'd Rather Be at the Beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 15.1 mi (29-min drive) away from the Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does I'd Rather Be at the Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is I'd Rather Be at the Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 6-minute walk from East Beach and 6.4 mi (12-min drive) from Sea Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does I'd Rather Be at the Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at I'd Rather Be at the Beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Emerald Princess II Casino (25-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at I'd Rather Be at the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at I'd Rather Be at the Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does I'd Rather Be at the Beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does I'd Rather Be at the Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is I'd Rather Be at the Beach to downtown St. Simons Island?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi away from St. Simons Island.

I'd Rather Be at the Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Perfect location to stay if attending an event at the King and Prince resort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carter R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our home away from home.

This was our third time staying here and next year will be #4. We are Blessed to have such a nice and convenient place to stay and this home has many memories in our journey here on Earth.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kayla C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in SSI

Property layout and location was perfect for our group. Communication with property manager was excellent and she was super accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Bonnie D.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Family & extended family vacation with 8 people. Condo was perfect for us, plenty of room, great location, and a short walk to the beach. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and location

We brought our family to come stay for a few days and loved the house! There were plenty of bedroom options to meet everyone's needs and the living/dining area was perfect. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking supplies that made cooking our meals easy. We loved the location as the walk to the beach was easy and we could also easily walk to the pier and shops. Check in and out were both easy and we would definitely recommend this property to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

The main highlight of the property was it’s proximity to the beach! It’s a great residence for multiple people and was in overall in good condition. No complaints! Minor issues were making sure to not overload the washing machine, and a nonfunctional coffee maker.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Randy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf outing with 7 old guys

We need a home with 7 beds for 7 guys on a golf outing trip. This house fit the bill, was close to the Village and restaurants. The beds was comfortable and there was plenty of linens to accommodate everyone. We didn’t use the kitchen, but it seemed to have everything you’d need. The house does have a lot of steps but we old guys managed to do alright with. There was a couple of restaurants you could actually walk to from the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Madison S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not impressed.

We were excited to come here as we have been to SSI 3 years in a row and have always loved it. The owner let us check in early which was nice, there were plenty of amenities for us, and the proximity to the beach was good. BUT it was very outdated (ok no biggy), it was very unclean and some lights don’t work, and it is not fit for children. There are hot electrical sockets without any covers on them in the floor in the bedrooms, and my 10 month old daughter got her finger shocked within 10 minutes of being there. Thank goodness that’s all that happened to her. The only reason we didn’t say something right away is because we didn’t want to be stranded 3.5 hours away from home with no where else to go. Very disappointed and will likely not be back to SSI from our experience this stay. This house needs a deep clean, some major electrical work and renovations before someone else gets hurt.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

David N.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Convenient location but dirty and dated

The property has plenty of space and is very convenient to the beach and some good restaurants. And the fireplace and easy-burn logs were nice as it was a bit chilly. And the price was good. But the place was dirty. The carpets had not been vacuumed. A mask and a takeout menu were on the floor next to items. Counters and pots and pans were sticky or grimy. Showers and Keurig had old water mineral scum. Doors were sticky and handles loose. We could not find the beach towels until we tried to dry the ones we brought — they had been left in the dryer and were still damp. The beach chairs and umbrella mentioned in other reviews were nowhere to be found. There is a nice balcony on the top floors — but no chairs or other furniture. Generally not kept up.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sandra R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Stay was Ok

House is in a good location, walking distance to beach and a few restaurants, plenty of rooms for a large family. The house itself has a few issues. Downstairs bedrooms stayed very hot, even after turning the air down. My suggestion is to put another ac unit down there. It was very uncomfortable being hot and the last two nights of our stay, my husband and I and our 12 year old daughter couldn’t sleep down there because of the heat. Kitchen ceiling had a crack and leaked. The rooms have no closet space and are full of random stuff so, no place to put your clothes. Dresser in the downstairs bedroom was broken and hard to open. Upstairs there was clothes left in the dressers. There were toiletries such as shampoo and other things left on the bathrooms- I feel like these things shouldn’t be left. There was also food items left in the refrigerator which I put in the bottom drawer and the pantry was also full of food and other items so we had no space to put our things. In my opinion, if a cleaning fee is paid, I feel the house should be cleaned and cleared of all food and toiletry items left from the previous guests, to me it’s unsanitary leaving open containers of items. There is not enough parking, we were able to put two cars in the driveway but we had to park a third car down the street. I feel this is a detail that should be put in the description of the house. There are lots of stairs so keep that in mind, it may be hard for some people to have to go up and down daily.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kimbrough P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Let me get the negative out of the way first. When we arrived on Sunday the two trash cans out in front of the property where you park where overflowing with trash from previous renters. We know from the check in procedures that trash is only picked up on Tuesdays, so with 10 people staying for the week, this is going to be an issue with where to put trash that we accumulate until Tuesday. We placed two more bags on top of the cans & by Monday this had become an issue with flies & a horrible smell. Keep in mind that this is a very tight space for parking & where these cans are located, you have to walk past these entering & exiting the condo. Moving forward to when we came off the beach Tuesday afternoon, we immediately noticed that the trash had not been picked up. You could actually smell it from the corner. I notified the owner who said she would get in touch with the sanitation company. At this point, it is a nuisance & quite disgusting with the smell & the amount of flies around the area. But, I understand the owner didn't have control until I contacted her to let her know it was not picked up. She notified me that the sanitation company would be out that afternoon or first thing in the morning. So, we are moving into our 4th day with10 people accumulating trash with nowhere to put it. On Wednesday is where I have issue with the owner. Trash again was not picked up & I had to let her know. At that point I think the owner should have checked with not only myself but also the sanitation company to make sure it was done. It wasn't until I notified her on Wednesday that it wasn't picked up that she called the sanitation company. Their response was to see if we would deliver the trash to the local dump. (UNREAL) So, long story short, the trash that was left behind by the previous renters that had been sitting there for well over a week, was not picked up until Thursday morning, 5 days into our vacation. Now to the positive. This condo is all about location. Very nice short walk to the beach. The place is well spread out inside & very comfortable. Easily slept 10 adults. Kitchen was well stocked & the use of chairs & umbrella (by a few that forgot theirs) was a nice addition. The parking is very limited, there is only room to park 2 cars back to back in driveway. We had 5 separate vehicles because of everyone coming from different locations, but were able to park the 3 other cars a short walk away in front of the King & Prince. No big deal.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ridley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing House

This house was perfect. The location could not be better. The house is so cute and nice too. So much space and such a fun layout! Could not say enough great things.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Connie R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Family beach trip

Great location. Few updates needed. Kitchen utensils could have been better.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

I have been to St. Simons often. This was a great location with plenty of room reasonably priced.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaylan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a large group

We loved our first time coming to Saint Simons! The beach is a short walk away and the area is super nice and quiet. There is a little ice cream shop on the way to the beach that is so neat for the kids to play. The beach house has stairs but we didn't mind at all. We liked that it had enough space if you need to go take a nap or just need some peace and quiet from everyone else. Over all our stay was great and we would look forward to coming back to stay away sometime
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week at the beach

The town house is very convenient to the beach and a few restaurants that are in walking distance. Great spot to hang out with family for the week! Plenty of room to spread out but lots of stairs to climb. I would rent this place again because of the short walk to beach and restaurants! Right next to masengale park and king and prince resort! Thanks Nancy for answering any questions I had about the house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

aimee b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Very good experience with renting house. Problems with 2 toilets but owner took care of having plumber come out the same day that I sent her a message. Beds were very comfortable. Furniture in family room was porch like furniture and could have been more comfortable. Overall - good location and plenty of room.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

candi z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location, convenient

This is a great location. There was plenty of space for everyone. It was nice not to have to worry about bringing linens and towels. Lots of amenities but we were disappointed that we couldn't ride the bikes as all of the tires needed air but no way to pump the up. We had older family members with us. There are 3 flights of stairs. There are bedrooms on the lowest floor but you have to go up a flight of stairs to get to the living area. This was not ideal for my parents or anyone who might have issues climbing stairs. As a techy family, we found the outlets were in odd places and some difficult to access (on the floor under furniture). Because we had to shift some furniture we noticed that it is probably time for a deep spring cleaning. The townhouse was easy and convient to access with a key code. Hope the code is being changed before each rental. Although I have listed a few observations, none had a negative impact on our stay. We had a great time in St. Simon. Loved being able to walk to restaurants near by! Recommend Crab Daddys but call for a reservation. Barrier Island Brewing had some tasty craft beer. Short walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 generations… plus an older Lab

Wonderful, lots of space … great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

The property is great. lots of room and convenient to all of the action. The map doesn't show its exact location but is close to Kings condos. Nancy and her mother Sallie were great host. We will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family stay

Convenient location everything as advertised
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family and friends vacation

This was a perfect house and perfect location to stay with family and friends. The only problem was that the bottom floor sliding door wouldn’t open. Other than that, everything was beyond perfect! Great location! We walked to the beach and restaurants everyday!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, perfect vacation

This condo is located in a perfect location in easy walking distance to the beach as well as a number of popular restaurants near the King and Prince resort. It is extremely spacious and was well cleaned and fully stocked with kitchen and bathroom supplies. There is room for two vehicles in the driveway, but our group was able to find ample overflow parking nearby, even during the very busy Memorial Day weekend. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vic B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

three generations on the beach

A wonderful stacked house allowing both shared and private spaces. The well appointed, open plan kitchen supports a nice variety of cooking activities in the common area.. The geographic location offers proximity to both beach, and shops. What a great spot !
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mandee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was perfect for our family! The kitchen had everything we needed, plenty of towels in the bathrooms, and tons of beach stuff to us! The house had a fun layout that was just right for us. The beach was super close too. My only critique, and a very small one, was the sliding doors to the balaconies need some TLC. They were difficult to maneuver. They seem to just need some lubrication or something. They didnt really affect our overall stay though. We loved the property and would ABSOLUTELY rent again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020