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Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage

Vacation home near Driftwood Beach in St. Simons Island

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Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 82131 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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St. Simons Island, GA
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Simons Lighthouse Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Saint Simons Island Pier
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. Simons Island

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Demere Park and East Beach. Glynn Visual Arts and Massengale Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • East Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Demere Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St. Simons Lighthouse Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Neptune Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Saint Simons Island Pier - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wake Up Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mullet Bay - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Ziggy’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Iguanas - ‬18 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.

Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage

Ava Mae Cottage was designed for pool side relaxation and comfortable indoor living spaces for your family vacation. Come on in and wind down to the island lifestyle. Home sleeps 6 in bedrooms with 2 additional single sofa beds. This is a 3 bedroom home with additional loft sleeping. Bring your swimsuits and have fun!

[Special Discounts]
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April 10-13, 2026 (3 nights)
April 20-23, 2026 (3 nights)
May 16-23, 2026 (up to 7 nights)
May 30-June 6, 2026 (up to 7 nights)


THE SPACE
Ava Mae Cottage was designed for pool side relaxation and comfortable indoor living spaces. Big pool with poolside seating options in sun and shade.


Bedrooms:
* Primary Suite: Upstairs, king bed smart TV, adjoining full bathroom with shower and separate water closet.
* Downstairs King Suite: king bed, smart TV, adjoining full bathroom with shower.
* Upstairs Queen: queen bed, smart tv, adjoining bath with combo tub/shower.
* Loft Area: additional sleeping for 2 in sofa chairs that convert to twin beds (see photos).


More about the layout:
From the front door, you will step into the dining area and a half bath on the left. This leads into the open kitchen and family room with a smart TV and plenty of seating for guests.

Heading outdoor to the covered patio area there is a Green Egg for cookouts and outdoor lounging area at the pool house. The pool house has a half bath for your use.

Pool is a generous size of 24ft X 24ft and has an option to heat in the cooler months. (a fee will apply)

Back inside is a laundry room with washer and dryer for your use.

Parking is available for 3-cars max in front of the home. No street parking.

Pool is approximately 24 x 24ft

Located on the south end of the Island, St. Simons Pier Village district serves as the downtown social hub and is a popular destination for shopping, dining and gathering on the pier and nearby lighthouse, playground and picnic areas. Overlooking the ocean and Jekyll Island across the way, you'll find the St. Simons Lighthouse and Museum, Neptune Park with its ocean side pool and facilities, playground, miniature golf course, and an oak shaded picnic area, fishing pier, public library and theater.

MORE INFO
Beach Gear Included!: This home offers beach gear such as beach chairs and beach towels FREE for your use! Bikes, carts, paddleboards and more are available for rent locally, discount included. There are no fees or surcharges attached to your reservation.

Pets: This is not a pet friendly home.

Heated Pool: This property offers a heated pool option. The cost is $75/night+tax and can be added up to 48 hours before arrival. Let us know if you'd like to heat the pool!

No Smoking: No smoking is allowed in the home, on the porches/patios/decks, or on the property in general.

Minimum Age: Must be 25 + to book, or age 30 + on GAFL weekend (last weekend in October) For GAFL weekend (last weekend in October), guests must be age 30 + or kids with their parents, no student groups. We cannot make exceptions for that weekend.

No Events: No events or parties. No overnight guests beyond the original booking group.

Tax Certificate: #126822

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,131 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 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 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 smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage to the airport?

This vacation home is 15.4 mi (24-min drive) away from the Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 8-minute walk from East Beach and 6.3 mi (11-min drive) from Sea Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Emerald Princess II Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage to downtown St. Simons Island?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Demere Park.

Wind Down Pool Side in your Private Oasis at Ava Mae Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fred S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was spectacular. Wonderfully maintained with all the amenities you could want. The pool was our favorite place to hang. Location was very good on the island. I would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and Cozy Retreat

It was a pleasant experience. Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home Away From Home

Beautiful well maintained property on a quiet street. We were very comfortable staying at Ava Mae Cottage and would definitely book here again.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home!

Lovely home with a great pool! We had no complaints. Excellent location. Would love to rent again.!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ellen h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house w/ super fab pool

Great house with a super fab pool that we paid extra to get heated during our springtime stay. Well worth it. The beds were very comfortable. The house was very clean. We had a few issues during our stay and the manager replied to our requests promptly which i appreciated. Small adjustments in the future would make this experience a 10/10... we have stayed at other rental properties over the years that provided certain things that this house did not, that you might want to just make note of... pool towels, beach chairs, full length mirrors, room & den blankets. Otherwise we loved it! We just know what we need to pack next time.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get way

The place was like home away from home
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danette B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely property

We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Ava Mae Cottage. The property is conveniently located and just a short driving distance to Pier Village, beaches and a variety of restaurants and shops. It is spacious and set up well with three bedrooms, each with a private bath. We liked the open concept and modern feel. The pool was a great amenity. We had some minor issues that were taken care of promptly by the very responsive property manager. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our family!!

Just as pretty as the pictures!! We felt like we were staying in a brand new home!! Great location to town and easy short blocks to the beach. Great vacation for our family of 6!!😃
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location and Pool

House was just as advertised and the pool was great ! Kitchen had everything needed for a great stay and the beds were very comfortable and house is very roomy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Whitney D.

Liked: Cleanliness

We didn’t want to leave!

We absolutely loved this home, the pool, the location…it was like a dream. The pool was the selling point for me when I rented the home, I knew we would use it all day everyday and we did! The outdoor areas are perfect for an afternoon nap or dinner after grilling. The rooms are well decorated and so clean. The kitchen had everything we needed for every meal. Zach is a great host and super attentive. We will be coming back here again for sure!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Beautiful Property with a Fantastic Pool

This isn’t an ordinary rental house - it’s like staying in a classy new home before the owners move in. The finishes are beautiful, the towels are fluffy, and the beds are comfy. Each bedroom has its own bath, and enough space to actually feel like private suites - you can tell a lot of thought went into the design. The pool is fantastic and we spent many hours escaping the heat in it! The location is also ideal, only a .5mile walk to the beach and about .75mile walk to Frosty’s for shakes. Zach was extremely responsive with the few questions we had, and the pictures 100% show what you are getting. For those reasons, it is a great 5-star rental, and we loved staying in the home! Given all that, there were a few things we found surprising. Mainly, that the pool pump is right next to the main patio, and runs constantly 8am-8pm. It’s a bit louder than an AC unit and unfortunately is 12” from the table… it was loud enough that we found we avoided hanging out or eating any meals on the patio because of the noise. We were also surprised there are no beach towels, glassware, or bikes available. The towels and glasses were only a surprise given the house was otherwise so well appointed. Not having bicycles available is a recent change, and was only disappointing to our group because we had made plans to explore on them. All in all an amazing place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Ren P.

Nice visit

The location and the pool was fantastic! The rooms were just right for three couples. One room had a Mildewy/dirty shower curtain and a hair dryer that did not work. The place was comfortable, but not as clean as I would’ve hoped. Beyond that, the house was comfortable and the owner was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Vacation

Had a great time. The house was as advertised. Super easy check in process. Great location. Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Rental

Great clean house, the pool was the best! Would stay again while here!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven P., Cincinnati, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay!

Was such an amazing trip. Family had a blast with the pool. So close to the beach and the Pier w a short golf cart ride. Zack was a great host and very responsive. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent accomodations

This property was extremely clean, new and comfortable for two families with kids. The pool was a lifesaver when the beach was too windy. We highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cyndy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful vacation house!

The house was great for our family vacation! The rooms were spacious, beds were very comfortable, and everything was very clean. The kids loved the pool and it was great to have access to the pool bathroom. Great location, close to the beach. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful long weekend getaway

My family and I absolutely loved our stay. Beautiful home looked just as described. Our children loved the heated pool and smart tvs in both of their rooms. Sweet memories made! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Birthday Weekend

We celebrated family birthdays in this beautiful home. Zach was great to work with and we highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home and Immaculately clean

The immaculately clean home is a peaceful place. Something we especially liked was the lack of personalization. It didn’t feel like staying in someone else’s home. There was just the right amount of furniture and not cluttered with nic-nacs. The owner Zack was the best! Thank you again Zack, for allowing us to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bachelorette Weekend Success!!

Absolute best property for entertaining! Comfortable for the 8 person bridal party with high end mattresses, beautiful baths, stunning pool. Everything we needed was available and property owner was easily accessible for a quick answer. The beach was just a short distance away and not crowded. Thank you for providing such a wonderful rental property! 5 stars all the way!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location house was just amazing

From check in to check out Zack made it very easy. House is in a great location. Zack was a phone call away if we were to need him. But we didn’t!! Would definitely recommend this beautiful home. We had a blast
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathy T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome property

The house was perfect. We loved how nice and beautifully decorated the house was. It was spacious and perfectly laid out for our family. We took our two 17 yr old daughters and they each brought a friend (17 & 18). The girls enjoyed having their own rooms with their own bathrooms (as did we) - and they enjoyed exploring the island and doing what teens do best- photo shoots! With so much beautiful real estate on St. Simon, they had plenty of perfect spots to choose from. My husband and I enjoyed some bike rides between bouts of rain- and thankfully, we were able to get in a little bit of beach time. The pool at the house was perfect as well. Seating inside and out were ideal. The house was well equipped with most everything one would need, though I do suggest and iron and ironing board and full length mirrored in the bedrooms. Certainly not show stoppers, just icing in the cake. Instructions from the owner were clear from booking right through to check in. Communication was on point, as Zack was available for just the few questions I had along the way. We would stay again without reservation! You will not regret booking this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house & great Host

Zack is a great host and check in was easy. The house is fantastic, new and very clean. There is plenty of room in the house, with everything you need for your stay. The house is beautifully decorated and the beds are so comfortable! We enjoyed the pool and outside seating areas. We would definitely stay here again! Judy S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Host & Home

Zack's place was well maintained and clean. We enjoyed the clean pool the most. His communication was excellent and we could not have asked for a better stay/trip. Everything was convenient located from the property. We would not hesitate to book their place again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021