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DON’T MISS OUT ON OUR AUGUST & SEPTEMBER BACK TO SCHOOL RATES

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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At The Sweet Spot, enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of a waterfront cottage with beautiful views of the St Marys River. With a short walk to the Cumberland Queen Ferry and access to bikes for exploring historic areas, this charming abode is perfect for nature lovers. Relax on your screened-in patio or in front of your flat-screen HDTV.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

DON’T MISS OUT ON OUR AUGUST & SEPTEMBER BACK TO SCHOOL RATES

The “Sweet Spot” is exactly that – the perfect location just steps away to your vacation’s best memories...

PRISTINE NATURE NOT TO BE MISSED…

View the water of the St Marys River from our beautiful cottage is a short walk to the waterfront and across the street from the Cumberland Queen Ferry which is the exclusive gateway to Cumberland Island-Georgia’s largest and southernmost barrier island. On Cumberland Island, you will find beautiful maritime forests, undeveloped beaches, wide marshes and amazing wildlife! You will even see horses roaming free! With over 9,800 acres, Cumberland Island is one of the largest wilderness areas in a National Seashore on the entire east coast. Come explore some of Georgia's most natural beauty.

ACTIVITIES ABOUND

Biking, Fishing, Sailing, Jet ski, Swimming, Water Park, Golf or Tennis, Hiking, Boating, Kayaking, Snorkeling/Diving, Hunting, Restaurants, Live Theater, Marina, Cinemas, Antiquing, Bird Watching, Beach combing, Shelling, Eco Tourism, History tours, Wildlife viewing, Exploring or simple R&R!

‘SWEETLY’ APPOINTED COTTAGE

This quaint 650 sq ft. tastefully decorated cottage features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a comfortable living room with flat screen HDTV and DVD, central HVAC, washer-dryer, and well-equipped kitchen. There are hardwoods throughout with a king in the master bedroom, and a double and single (bunk beds) in the 2nd bedroom.

Choose you dining spot: You can seat 4 for meals in the kitchen, or more on the patio. There’s a grill in the back yard that’s great for cookouts.

2 ADULT BIKES free to use TO EXPLORE...BRING YOUR BOAT OR JET SKI (free public boat ramps across the street)

Bikes are a must to explore the historic area. We have two with helmets complimentary for your pleasure during your stay. There are two free public boat ramps nearby and ample extra parking across the street.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No where on property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Pickleball
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Max 2 dogs. Pet fee per dog

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No where on property

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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in St. Marys, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. St. Marys Submarine Museum and St. Marys Railroad Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Howard Peeple's Park and Fernandina Beach Main Beach Park. Island Falls Golf and Fernandina Beach Pinball Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St Marys, GA

What's nearby

  • St. Marys Submarine Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cumberland Island Ferry - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. Marys Welcome Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay - 10 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brackish Beer Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Firefly - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is DON’T MISS OUT ON OUR AUGUST & SEPTEMBER BACK TO SCHOOL RATES pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at DON’T MISS OUT ON OUR AUGUST & SEPTEMBER BACK TO SCHOOL RATES ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DON’T MISS OUT ON OUR AUGUST & SEPTEMBER BACK TO SCHOOL RATES ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is DON’T MISS OUT ON OUR AUGUST & SEPTEMBER BACK TO SCHOOL RATES located?

Located in the heart of St. Marys, this holiday home is steps away from Cumberland Island National Seashore, St. Marys Submarine Museum and Howard Gilman Waterfront Park. Cumberland Island Ferry and Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center are also within 5 minutes.

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DON’T MISS OUT ON OUR AUGUST & SEPTEMBER BACK TO SCHOOL RATES Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 179 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 179 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 179 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert M.

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

Qaunt little place close to water

Very nice, and convient place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was cute and very clean.Master bedroom bed was super comfortable! The sunroom needs some TLC. We enjoyed having a fenced backyard for our furry friend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Awesome Getaway!!

Perfect location for a St Mary’s / Cumberland Island getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

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

Great Location

This was a great home to stay in for our Cumberland Island visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The home was very comfortable and clean. It was in walking distance to everything we needed. It was very family friendly area. I would highly recommend anyone wanting to go to Cumberland Island to stay here. Landlord was very quickly to respond to my messages. Grandchildren enjoyed having a playground across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

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

Perfect trip

Really enjoyed stay and how close house was to everything. Will definitely stay here next time in St Mary’s,
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda B.

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

Wonderful stay

We really enjoyed our stay! The house was exactly as advertised. It is charming and cozy. The king bed was especially comfortable! It is very close to the ferry going to Cumberland Island and everything else in town. The town itself is quiet and feels very safe. We were amazed at all the history of St Mary’s! We rode our bikes all around the town. David was responsive and accommodating. We will definitely stay again if in the area and we highly recommend The Sweetest Spot.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James A.

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

excellent

Great time love the area, Tiffany was a great host. We will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Was a home away from home, wish hot tub had been running, but was a beautiful place, definitely could see my self returning, beautiful area!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shelby S.

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

Perfect getaway!

Really enjoyed our stay at this unit. Perfect for my husband and I. Relaxing getaway. Unit was cozy and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Vickie J.

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

Glasses

Enjoyed our stay and location just needed some wine glasses
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda W., Harrison ga

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

St Mary’s bungalow

Nice quite historic bungalow
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenda H., Dallas, Ga

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

Amazing

The property was amazing. Close to everything! We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

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

Location, Location, Location

This is the perfect place to stay and experience St. Mary's and Cumberland Island. Restaurants and the dock are an easy walk. It's a charming little cottage. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

nate8776

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

Cute and quiet

The place is really cute, one street back from the main drag. The house is comfortable and clean. We made good use of the kitchen and screened porch. The bed in the master is pretty comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

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

Great Location

Cute little place with a great location, the bikes are a big plus to do some exploring with. Restaurants in easy walking distance, and a free public boat ramp across the street that isn't the least bit crowded.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa D.

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

10 year anniversary visit

This location truly lives up to its name. It is located in a spot where you are close distance to local restaurants and shopping as well having plenty of places to walk your dog. Close to Fernandina Beach for some great mini golf. All around a spot my husband and I would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen N.

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

Great location and really comfy beds!

This place was perfect for my family of 4. We went to Cumberland island and it’s within walking distance of the ferry. We were also able to walk to a few restaurants for dinner and breakfast. The beds are so comfortable! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

Great place, best location

Everything was great but in particular the location across from the ferry was perfect. My young son and I were able to have an overnight adventure on the island while my sister and brother-in-law stayed and enjoyed St Mary after a day trip to the island with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa K., Bluffton

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

Perfect location

This home is so close to the ferry terminal to Cumberland Island. Walking distance to restaurants and shops is the quaint town of St. Marys. Perfect home for small families and adequately equipped with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Rene B.

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

QUAINT

It was quaint and so close to everything! Great amenities, although the wood floors really need to be redone.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Very cozy stay

Great location - short walk to waterfront and playground for the kids. Beautiful spot to watch the sunset. Cottage was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tonya J.

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

Excellent location

We loved staying here and being able to walk to the Cumberland Island ferry and restaurants. We did move the car all weekend. The house was very comfortable for my family. The kitchen was well stocked and everything was clean. We found the neighborhood quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

Cute, clean and close

Adorable little two bedroom in the heart of St. Marys. Walking distance to riverfront park, ferry and restaurants. Wish we could have stayed longer. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Seashore Getaway

The location is stellar. A short walk to restaurants and shops as well as the ferry to the island and the park. The house is comfortably furnished and clean. All aspects of the house are functional although some updates would be nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

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