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Deep water dock in Darien, GA, w/screened in porch, fishing, kayaks, & bikes

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Terrace/patio
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

About this property

Entire place

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

Deep water dock in Darien, GA, w/screened in porch, fishing, kayaks, & bikes

Riverbend Retreat is a hidden waterfront vacation gem offering a place to unplug on the Georgia coast. Surrounded by history, boating, biking, birding, fishing, kayaking, and screensaver-worthy sunsets. Riverbend Retreat is on a peninsula covered by majestic live oaks draped with Spanish moss.

This spacious, 2-story, pet-friendly waterfront home has amazing views from the screened-in back porch, large deck, and the back of the house. Regardless of high or low tide, your boat will sit atop deep water with a short dock only steps from the house. No boat? No problem! Or dock is known for being one of the best fishing spots in the county. The floating dock includes fold-down aluminum stairs, making access in and out of the water easy for anyone, including a pet. The stationary dock has lighting and a fish cleaning station, with water and electricity.

You will quickly find that "elbow room" is no problem due to an open and spacious floor plan. The main living area is upstairs, accessible by the stairs or chair lift. The upstairs consists of the kitchen, dining room, living room, a half bath, and the main bedroom. For the culinarian(s) of the group, feel free to work some magic in a kitchen that includes the tools needed for cooking, an Electrolux double convection oven, and a Jenn-Air gas cooktop/grill, perfect for preparing your catch of the day. The dining room table provides eight seats, with three additional seats at the counter.

After dinner, get cozy in the family room on one of our oversized couches in front of a fireplace and a smart flat-screen television. You can also choose from a large selection of board games to play on our 4-seat game table. If you want to be more active go downstairs for a friendly game of ping pong, billiards or fuse ball.

The main bedroom upstairs is very large and includes a sitting area with two recliners, a fireplace, and a large smart flat-screened TV. The king-sized bed is adjustable by a remote which raises the head. In addition, there is a sleeper sofa, a desk, and a small library of books for the readers in your group. Downstairs is a full bathroom connecting two large bedrooms, with each bedroom having an in-room vanity. One of the bedrooms has an adjustable king bed and the other has two twin beds, a bunk bed with a twin and queen bed.

To enjoy the river, there are four single-person kayaks, one 2-person kayak, and a lightweight canoe. Only minutes away from Riverbend Retreat is a marina with a lift and boat ramp where you can fuel up and purchase bait.

Convenient to I-95, Savannah, Brunswick, and Jacksonville, Riverbend Retreat is ideally located and provides all that you need for relaxation, recreation, and making memories with your loved ones that will last a lifetime.

We are always happy to answer any questions and look forward to sharing our little slice of heaven with you.

Jeff and Cindy Irwin

Keywords: Riverfront, Coastal, Darien, Georgia, fishing, kayaking, biking, history, historical, Waterview, ocean, tidal, birding, walking, Trout, Reds, Flounder, Drum, Sheepshead, Golden Isles, Saltwater, Sunsets, View, Pet-friendly

Property manager

Cindy Irwin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2800 sq ft (260 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Darien, GA

What's nearby

  • Ashantilly Center - 12 min drive
  • Fort King George Historic Site - 13 min drive
  • Waterfront Park - 14 min drive
  • Seabreeze Island - 15 min drive
  • King and Prince Golf Course - 76 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪B & J's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Deep water dock in Darien, GA, w/screened in porch, fishing, kayaks, & bikes pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Deep water dock in Darien, GA, w/screened in porch, fishing, kayaks, & bikes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Deep water dock in Darien, GA, w/screened in porch, fishing, kayaks, & bikes?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Deep water dock in Darien, GA, w/screened in porch, fishing, kayaks, & bikes located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Ashantilly Center, Darien Outlet Center, and Seabreeze Island. Kittles Island and Waterfront Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Deep water dock in Darien, GA, w/screened in porch, fishing, kayaks, & bikes Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charlie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing birthday trip for my husband
This is a great place to relax, fish, and enjoy riding bikes. We enjoyed every minute of our stay and will definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best equipped home we have encountered. Period!
We have done several VBRO rentals in the US, and some sponsored by competitors in Europe, and we have never stayed in a home as well prepared for guests as this one. Every cooking device we wanted, a cabinet filled with spices, a charcoal and a gas grill, bikes, kayaks, and games. Close to shopping, but a very private home. Wow! Cindy was "on-call" and responded to our questions, but truthfully, we had very few questions. The internet was fast, we used our Netflix account for TV, and watched Football on the cable stations. We loved our stay. Mary and Rodney Thompson
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property!
Beautiful property with great views! Tons of things to do, kayak and fish right from the private dock. We had the best time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best property we ever stayed in.
I’m ready to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Awesome as always
Always a great stay here
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ann J., United States

A Wonderful, relaxing vacation
We had a great time staying in this house. The owners were great and the house had everything we could need. We enjoyed the fishing - caught at least 15 different 'species' - the walks under the oaks, and the delicious seafood at the local restaurants!

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Great communication with Cindy! The place was so nice, and it was nice to have all of my family together; we loved it 🥰 thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
We had a great time hanging out at the river but also a great location for day trips to Saint Simons, Savannah, or Cumberland Island. Loved kayaking through the march and wine on the back porch at sunset!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful sunsets!
Such a lovely water view to enjoy colorful sunsets!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Wayne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing vacation
We loved our stay! The home is amazing and exceptionally appointed. We could not get enough of the gorgeous view from the second floor deck. We saw dolphin every day. The hosts were awesome. You can tell have a heart for taking care of thier guests. We highly recommend this property for those looking for the perfect vacation rental home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steffanie S., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Everything about our vacation was perfect! Cindy and Jeff were fabulous hosts! Any questions were answered promptly. Great location for boating. Spent a lot of time riding through the creeks and going out to the beach area on Sapelo. House is completely furnished with everything you could possibly need! Can’t wait to come back 😊!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
We loved our stay. It allowed us to safely go on vacation during Covid. We fished, kayaked, rode bikes, played ping pong and most fun of all we relaxed on the porch and enjoyed the views. It was a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Me F.

Most relaxing vacation!
Wonderful, quiet area. Comfortable house with extremely well-equipped kitchen and usable layout. Neighborhood that is great for bike rides, long walks, and beautiful scenes of old oaks and draping moss. Lovely!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

darby k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super!
This was the most amazing, fun, clean rental! Cindy and Jeff are wonderful hosts, who have thought of every courtesy for their guests. The kitchen is fully stocked, the beds are super comfortable, the fishing was amazing. We can not wait to stay at their lovely house again soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

JANICE B., Loganville, GA

Another Great Trip!
Once again my family stayed at this lovely home! And once again we had a fabulous time!! I can't say enough great things about the owners (how they go out of their way to make sure you enjoy yourself), to the location (great for visiting other coastal GA locations), to home itself (beautiful scenery and great fishing spots). We plan to return!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Candy T.

Perfect vacation home for real relaxation with perfect kitchen!
Cindy definitely goes the extra mile to make you feel welcome! Beautifully decorated with extra's to make you feel comfortable and special. We loved all the sports available. Nice neighbors and nice walking areas. Family loved this rental the best. Perfect for quiet,relaxing vacation. Town has very nice people too!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Want to live in Darien
We loved our stay at this house! It was particularly meaningful because we own a lot on the island and hope to live there someday. Having your own personal dock was perfect. The house was immaculate with everything you could possibly need. We are looking forward to our next visit!

10/10 Excellent

Lorie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time at the coast
This property was very well kept and very clean and organized. The kitchen was very well stocked. We had a great time catching shrimp and using them for bait to catch our fish…which was our dinner one night 😊. The host, Cindy and Jeff, were great..:easy to contact and kept in touch making sure our stay was going great. They provided all kinds of games, had a ping pong table, bikes and kayaks. It was a very nice home and we had a great time. I would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rest and relaxation with gorgeous sunsets!
We had such a relaxing 5 nights at this property. The neighborhood is gorgeous for walking. My husband fished nonstop on the dock and caught 15 different fish species (he catches all sizes and types!) the views were beautiful from the deck and inside. The house was very clean and VERY well stocked. We appreciated that for cooking! Cindy was readily available via phone if we needed her and very kind. We loved this stay!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen& Phil Theoktisto
A beautiful quiet place for a very restful vacation. We loved the quaint little town of Darien, bought some of the best shrimp I have ever eaten, visited a cute little olive store called Olive Affairs, and ate out once at Mudcat Charlies. The crabbing was great right off the dock, and they were equally as delicious! Our dog especially loved it, and even jumped in the creek once!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

JANICE B., Loganville, GA

Another Fantastic Vacation!!
This is our third time to visit this lovely house and it won't be our last!! Our family just loves this house and its location. The house sits in a beautiful neighborhood on a tidal creek that is perfect for fishing from their dock. Jeff and Cindy truly go out of their way to make sure you have a wonderful visit. We have made such awesome family memories on each of our visits! The Brock Family
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Greg L., Long Island, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than described!
This property was even better than described. We loved our week long stay and can't wait to book another visit. Maybe we will get to see the manatee next time. A big thank you to Cindy and Jeff who were gracious hosts and checked in on us occasionally to see if we needed anything. Until next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

carol e.

Wonderful vacation
Such a nice place to spend a relaxing week. Everything is provided and there is so much attention to detail. We enjoyed biking, walking in the beautiful neighborhood, crabbing, fishing, kayaking and canoeing, playing board games and watching the beautiful views. We saw dolphins everyday. The sunsets were beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic family vacation spot
What a gem!!! We stayed with our kids and grandkids. There was plenty of room for everyone. The location was perfect for fishing, kayaking, bike riding and relaxing. The kitchen was so well stocked…we love to cook big meals. The kids were never bored…between the bikes, lots of board games, foosball table, ping pong…. Cindy and Jeff have made this a home away from home. We look forward to coming back! Thank you for being such gracious hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

COURTNEY R.

Great house with fantastic views!
We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Irwin's! The house has a great layout! The views from the house, the deck and the dock were phenomenal. We saw dolphins feeding in the river almost daily. We saw alligators in th small pond up the road and stingrays in the river when we took the canoe out. We were able to fish and crab off the dock at the house and the public dock which is a short walk down the street. We can't wait to plan our next visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2017