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Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches

Cottage near Tybee Island Beach in Tybee Island

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Smart TV, books
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Tybee Island, GA
  • Place, Tybee Island Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Savannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tybee Island

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this South Beach cottage, you'll find Tybee Island Beach and South Beach. Back River Beach and Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tybee Island Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • South Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Back River Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mid Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 32 min drive
  • Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crab Shack - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fannies On The Beach - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pier 16 Seafood Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Spanky's Beachside - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wet Willie's - ‬9 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.

Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches

CONTACTLESS CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT

Where mid-century modern charm meets breezy coastal comfort, Cantaloupe Cottage is a delightful retreat nestled on Tybee Island. Built in the 1950s and thoughtfully updated, this pet-friendly home blends vintage character with modern ease — think central AC, flat-screen TVs, and sleek stainless steel appliances.
STEP INSIDE AND DISCOVER WHAT CANTALOUPE COTTAGE HAS TO OFFER:

BEDROOM #1 - QUEEN BED WITH FLAT SCREEN SMART TV
BEDROOM #2 - 2 TWINS BEDS
BEDROOM #3 - QUEEN BED

BATHROOM #1 - FULL BATH WITH SHOWER / TUB COMBINATION
BATHROOM #2 - .25 BATH WITH WALK IN SHOWER

2 COZY LIVING AREAS PERFECT FOR RELAXING AFTER A DAY AT THE BEACH.
DINING TABLE SEATS SIX, IDEAL FOR FAMILY MEALS OR GAME NIGHTS.
KITCHEN - FULLY EQUIPPED, INCLUDING DISHWASHER



Outside, a fully fenced backyard offers a safe haven for kids and pets to play freely under the island sun. The cottage's side patio is a place where you can relax, enjoy the island breezes, soak up the sunshine, enjoy an outdoor meal, and watch the sunset each evening.
Tucked away on Tybee’s quiet backside, Cantaloupe Cottage offers a peaceful retreat with the best of the island just steps away. Wander a few streets over to discover Alley 3, your gateway to the gentle waters of the Back River—perfect for kayaking, dolphin spotting, or sunset strolls. Head the other direction and you’ll find yourself in the heart of Tybee’s vibrant business district, where local shops, cafes, and the Atlantic Ocean await. Whether you're craving serenity or seaside adventure, this cottage places you perfectly between both worlds.
From its retro touches to its laid-back vibe, Cantaloupe Cottage wraps you in charm and welcomes you to slow down, settle in, and savor the Tybee lifestyle.

Enjoy your complimentary sample of Mermaid Morning Bliss coffee; a special perk for all Mermaid Cottages guests!

Complimentary off-street parking for 3 cars.


Ask us about Special Off-Season rates!
STVR License #STR2025-0746

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • 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 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 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Canty's C1957 Ground Level Fenced Yard Dogs Walk Back River
Canty's C1957 Ground Level Fenced Yard Dogs Walk Back River
1181-26978

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches to the airport?

This cottage is 54.4 mi (101-min drive) away from the Hilton Head Island Airport (HHH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches to the beach?

This cottage is a short 3-minute walk from Tybee Island Beach and 10-minute walk from South Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches to downtown Tybee Island?

This cottage is 0.6 mi away from Tybee Island.

Ground Level, Fenced Yard, Dogs Welcome Easy Walk to Back River Beaches Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 372 out of 414 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 414 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 414 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 414 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 414 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jane s.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home Away From Home

This house was perfect for us. The fenced in yard was a huge plus as we were traveling with pets. They were able to burn off some energy in the yard. The house was exactly as the pictures showed and how the listing was described. The location was good too. Walking distance to the beaches and main downtown area. We also took advantage of the short drive to Savannah for some tours and food. This house was a great home away from home and we’d recommend it to anyone traveling with kids and pets. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to the beach!

We really enjoyed our stay at Canteloupe Cottage. The property was very nice on a pleasant, quiet road. We were walking/biking distance from the Chatham Rd beach access point, and several other inlet access points. We had a lot of fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blanca C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tybee in July

Enjoyed your place. It was a pleasant stay. First time in Tybee. July very hot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Shabby chic comfortable bungalow

House is comfortable if a bit shabby (could use some TLC) but in a great locale. Quiet, bedroom neighborhood along Tybee Creek with 3 beach access points including one small pier, within easy walking distance. It was great swimming in the calmer waters along the Tybee Creek side of the island and not getting pounded by the surf. Wonderful beach combing. Easy walk to big pier, the pavillion and The Breakfast Club, etc. At the house, beds were comfotrtable and everything worked. Tons to do in and around Tybee and Savannah without having to go far. We had a great 5 days there and brought along our doggo. Would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cutenevil23

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

This was the perfect place! Just a 10 min walk to the beach and restaurants. Host was amazing and checked on us occasionally. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway!

Great place that allowed us to walk to the beach on both sides of the island, meals and ice cream shops. The property manager was very proactive with communication. We would definitely stay with them again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris o.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

Great house close to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and Restful

Relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Thoughts/suggestions

Very nice. Would like an outlet in bathroom or better access to mirror and outlet in bedrooms. Also maybe another tv in another one of the bedrooms. Would also like a broom and dustpan to sweep up the leaves tracked in. Liked the fenced yard for dogs
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sandpiper stay

House was two blocks from the beach and four blocks from shops, and clean (except for the coffee pot). Manager was responsive and friendly, as always. A little trouble getting into the home as the screen door was latched from the inside. The area was quiet and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cantaloupe cottage stay

We came for the Ogeechee seafood festival. We have stayed at the Canty Cottage before, we love the area and the house is great for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janae M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

Very impressed with our stay. The cottage matched the beach vibe and was the cleanest place I have ever stayed. Tammy was awesome and a pleasure to talk to. The yard was great and we sat out at back patio every day and enjoyed morning coffee. We visit Savanna often and will stay with Mermaid Cottages again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love Tybee island

Nice rental, property was clean, easy to find and check in, will use again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cantaloupe cottage 5 stars

Perfect cottage for our family get away. Plenty of space for 4 adults and our 2 dogs to enjoy and relax. We really enjoy paddle boarding, fishing and playing in the waves. Just a short walk and we could do everything. My dogs loved the secure backyard . The island is so clean and walker friendly. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary get away

It was nice n quiet. It's anything to complain about was couldn't get tv in 1st bedroom to right to work n wish there was an outlet in bathroom but that's minor. We really enjoyed our get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Cottage

Cute comfortable cottage to stay in. We enjoyed our stay and loved its proximity to Back Beach. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best of Tybee

Cantaloupe Cottage was a great place to stay while visiting Tybee Island. If you prefer a quiet neighborhood and don’t mind a short walk or drive to the beach, this is the place to be. It’s affordably priced and provides a quiet place to relax before and after time spent out at the beach. The management team was very responsive and checked in on my family several times while we were there to make sure we had everything we needed. When the kitchen faucet started to leak, they it fixed within an hour. Overall, we had a great vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing experience

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at the cantaloupe cottage. The house was comfortable, clean, and cute. The only issue we had was with the spotty internet. It was not very reliable. Otherwise we loved it! The house is only a couple of blocks away from the back river beach (our favorite) and 1/2 mile from the beaches at the pier and pavilion. We watched the sunset from the shore at the fisherman’s walk pier each night - amazing! We brought our bicycles and were able to bicycle everywhere! That was the best part - no driving or fighting for parking spaces we had to pay for. Even the lighthouse is within bicycling distance. The house is in a quiet residence neighborhood. We plan to come back next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and Comfortable

Very cute and clean property. Had everything we needed and we felt very comfortable and relaxed there. Easy check-in and check-out process and communication with host was excellent. Loved being able to walk to both the river and beach and the delicious restaurant down the street. Sad we didn’t get to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh N., RICHARDSON

Liked: Cleanliness

Great and quiet spot!

Easy walk to multiple beach access spots and food, but off Butler enough to be quiet. Clean and well appointed for a vacation stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Calyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Trip to Tybee

We had a great time, the neighborhood was quiet and walking distance to restaurants and the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Vacation

Cantaloupe Cottage was perfect for our family. We loved the sitting area in the back of yard to soak up the late evening sun and the cement patio for the dogs. The location was perfect for walking to the beach and restaurants, such as Pier 16, Sunrise and AJ's Dockside. We rented bikes from Fat Tire bikes and basically biked the entire island the last 2 days of our vacation. Also, I want to mention Tammy was extremely accommodating and pleasant to deal with. She was quick to respond to any questions we had regarding our stay. Thank you so much for such a wonderful memorable vacation! Tybee was a beautiful place and we hope to be back! We would rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolute Paradise

Our stay at Canty Cottage was one of our absolute favorite vacations we have taken yet. The location is one that can’t be beat. We were just a short walk to the beach and fishing pier. The cottage is located in a quiet neighborhood, we would walk to the beach early in the morning and everyone in the neighborhood who was out walking was extremely friendly. The cottage was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Our dogs enjoyed the fenced in back yard as well. Mermaid Tammy was absolutely wonderful and checked in with us throughout our stay. Tybee Island is truly magical and mermaid cottages helped make our stay that much better! We will definitely be using them again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly as described and more!

Easy check in. Great cable service. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022