South Beach stay.At this South Beach vacation home, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Tybee Island Beach and Tybee Island Memorial Park. North Beach and Mid Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
Tybee Island Memorial Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Mid Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
North Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Getting around
Savannah Amtrak Station - 31 min drive
Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) - 95 min drive
Restaurants
Fannies On The Beach - 3 min drive
North Beach Bar and Grill - 4 min drive
Pier 16 Seafood Restaurant - 20 min walk
Spanky's Beachside - 2 min drive
Treylor Park Beach Party - 14 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.
Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach!
Welcome to your classic seaside retreat at Caretta Cottage. Constructed in the 1930s, this vacation home is one of the original Tybee Island raised cottages that maintains its historic, coastal charm but with the added perks of updated, modern amenities, including a private plunge pool! Only the 4th home from the quiet mid beach, guests will love being only steps from easy beach access and the ocean. With 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, it’s the perfect place to relax and unwind with friends or family on your next dream getaway!
The main living area is on the second level, where you’ll be greeted by a grand, screened-in porch with ample lounge seating. It’s the ideal spot to enjoy a morning cup of coffee or share a meal at the outdoor dining table with seating for 6. The queen-sized swing bed is a fantastic feature of the porch, allowing guests to slip into vacation mode on Tybee Time easily. Through the front door, the classic feel of the original wood paneling extends across the living area, dining area, and kitchen walls and ceiling. The living room features a couch, extra seating, a wall-mounted smart TV, and a beautiful decorative fireplace. The dining area has seating for 6. The fully equipped kitchen makes preparing vacation meals a breeze with an oven, stovetop, dishwasher, refrigerator, and microwave.
Four of the bedrooms are located on the second floor as well. Bedroom 1, just off the main living area, features a king-sized bed, a flat-screen TV, and direct access to the outdoor deck through sliding glass doors. There is an adjoining bathroom with a shower and tub combination. Down the hallway are the remaining 3 bedrooms. Bedroom 2 has a king-sized bed, a wall-mounted flat-screen TV, and access to the hall bathroom. The hall bathroom features a shower and tub combination. Bedroom 3 has a queen bed. Bedroom 4 can be accessed either through Bedroom 3, or through its own private entrance directly from the screened-in porch. Bedroom 4 has a queen bed and ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower. Bedroom 5, located on the lower level, is outfitted with a plush queen bed.
Head downstairs to the garage, where there is a ping pong table for hours of fun. There is a full-size washer and dryer, and an additional bathroom with a changing room and shower just off the garage, perfect for a quick change before a day at the beach. Wash off the sand after a day at the beach with an outdoor enclosed shower. Take the fun outdoors for a dip in the pool, backyard barbeque with a relaxing picnic area with a picnic table, lounge chairs, and even an outdoor hammock.
Caretta Cottage has parking for up to 3 vehicles. (Two cars in the driveway, and one in the garage.) The driveway is small, and large trucks or oversized vehicles may not fit. Pay-to-park spaces are available on the street for additional parking.
City of Tybee Island Short Term Vacation Rental (STVR) Permit #STR2021-01792
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: 1,663 square feet
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 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 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
3032
Frequently asked questions
How close is Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach! to the airport?
This vacation home is 53.4 mi (95-min drive) away from the Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach! to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from Tybee Island Beach and 10-minute walk from North Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach! offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach!?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach!?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach! have a pool?
Yes, there's a private pool.
Does Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach! to downtown Tybee Island?
This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Tybee Island.
Caretta Cottage | Steps From the Beach! Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Rosie B., Grayson GA
Sep 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful cottage in a perfect location! Plenty of lounging spaces for our multi-generation family stay. The bedrooms and bathrooms are as described and offer plenty of privacy. The walk to the beach is easy peasy. The walk to restaurants is a little further. The original wood paneling is gorgeous. The property could use a little love. The grill was rusty and unusable and the screen porch door was broken. The garage doors have a gap which can allow critters to enter. All in all, it was a lovely stay and we would book the cottage again.
Rosie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
George F.
Jul 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
George F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Devon B., Charleston, SC
May 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Devon B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Marianne H.
Jan 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Tybee cottage
Caretta Cottage was just as described and pictured, an easy, convenient, short walk to the beach. The cottage was clean, the bathrooms were fine, and the beds were comfortable. We did not use the downstairs area; the upstairs was all we needed. The only minuses were the very few spoons and bowls provided, and the absence of any condiments (no salt or pepper). Due to the cold weather we did not use the screened in porch; it is a great entertainment area that we would have enjoyed otherwise.
Marianne H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
Laura S.
Apr 25, 2023
Needs some updates
The location of this house is great and the inside is cute. But we won’t be staying here again.
The kitchen needs some updates. They only provided two kitchen towels and one wash rag. No spices of any kind were provided, only salt and pepper. One of the cabinets just stayed open, we couldn’t get it to close. The fridge had trouble shutting. The pots and pans were non stick and in bad shape.
The house was not as clean as I would have liked. The main bedroom’s bathroom sink was clogged and leaking. It was that way when we arrived which makes me think that the cleaning crew did not run the water, or they would have noticed. The bath tubs were dirty and hair was wrapped around the drains. When you walked around on bare feet, the soles of your feet would be dirty.
The beds were extremely uncomfortable. It felt like sleeping on a rock and the sheets were very scratchy.
Overall, not a place to stay again.
Laura S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
Kendra R.
Oct 16, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property! Hot water heater needs attention though.
We had a wonderful stay at this home. Super close to the beach, we’ll-stocked kitchen, games, huge porch…everything you’d need. One thing the property management needs to take a look at is the hot water heater however: all hot water smells strongly of sulfur. (We’re aware of what island water typically smells like, BTW, and this was definitely something wrong. It was only the hot water, and so strong we basically gave up on hot showers. )