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Savannah Whitemarsh Island Cottage on Private Riverfront Estate with Dock

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Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 293 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Savannah Whitemarsh Island Cottage on Private Riverfront Estate with Dock

Mid-century Guest House Cottage on approximately 3-acre riverfront estate with access to a private dock on deep water for guests.

The “Boathouse” in its entirety has been rehabilitated with stunning, high-end appointments throughout boasting a deluxe master bedroom with en-suite bathroom upstairs; living room, modern kitchen and one-half bathroom downstairs. Outside areas include upstairs deck and downstairs patio, covered and uncovered.

Spend your time while visiting this gorgeous property by taking a stroll over the grounds, walking past the main house to the deep water dock. Observe the sea birds and wildlife or leisurely sit on the upstairs deck to watch the sun set through the old majestic oak trees. It’s truly magical!

This riverfront estate is only 10 minutes to historic downtown Savannah and 15 minutes to Tybee Island Beach. Stay in this perfect setting for your vacation, honeymoon, romantic get-away or business trip.

Property manager

Brian & Patsi

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Blender

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed "outside ONLY"

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Property grounds

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Kitchen
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Dryer
Air conditioning
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: Not Suitable for children

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Savannah, GA

What's nearby

  • River Street - 9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Bonaventure Cemetery - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Savannah College of Art and Design - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Savannah State University - 13 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Savannah Convention Center - 15 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 16 min drive
  • Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Super Tastes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Desposito's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Yo Basil's On Wilmington Island - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Savannah Whitemarsh Island Cottage on Private Riverfront Estate with Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Savannah Whitemarsh Island Cottage on Private Riverfront Estate with Dock ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Savannah Whitemarsh Island Cottage on Private Riverfront Estate with Dock ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Savannah Whitemarsh Island Cottage on Private Riverfront Estate with Dock located?

Situated in Savannah, this cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Oatland Island Wildlife Center and within 6 mi (10 km) of River Street and Tybee Roads. Tidewater Boatworks Marina and Old Fort Jackson are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Savannah Whitemarsh Island Cottage on Private Riverfront Estate with Dock Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 285 out of 288 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 288 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 288 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 288 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 288 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, private, and conveniently located property
By far, this is the cleanest VRBO we've ever stayed at. The owner is a great communicator and helped us get our trailer we were towing stowed away so we could enjoy our time in Savannah. While the photos of the boathouse are nice, they do not do justice to just how beautiful the place really is. You just have to stand in it, believe me. The kitchen is very well-appointed and we had 3 meals in during our two night stay. We drove only 13 minutes to get to the Savannah visitor's center parking and maybe 20 to Tybee. Both nights of sleep were great in this quiet location. The best part of all however, were our visits with the resident cat, Jasper! If just the two of us next visit, we will not think twice and will be booking here again if we're lucky enough for it to be available.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding stay at the Boathouse
From the moment we walked in the door until our final day, everything at the Boathouse was perfect. The furnishings were beautiful, the bed was so comfortable, the bathroom was amazing, and the kitchen was better well equipped than mine. We spent most evenings on the dock which the owners graciously allow their guests to use. Speaking of the owners, Brian and Patsie were so nice and quickly got back to us when we had a question. We were so glad we found this adorable Boathouse and hope to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a couples
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Picture Perfect
The Boathouse was the best find for our 5 day getaway. Peaceful and private setting, yet minutes from the hustle and bustle of old Savannah. The entire stay from booking to leaving was perfect. Only wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Savannah October
We absolutely fell in love with the Boathouse! One of the cleanest and most charming places we have stayed. Perfect location for those that like beautiful scenery outside the city but a short drive or uber into downtown. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at this property in October. The cottage was absolutely beautiful and maybe the cleanest property I have ever stayed at. Location was private, quiet but still not far from dining and shopping. Hosts were awesome! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Staci B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing beautiful two story little cottage !!
Impeccably clean and beautiful! Hosts were immediate to reply to messages even before we arrrived! Great area right between historic district and tybee beach!! Would come back in a second!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

andy m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Perfect getaway. Nothing missing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
We so enjoyed our stay at the Boathouse and will definitely return to this house! The layout is perfect for a couple and the setting is beautiful. The owners were thorough in their communication and were accessible if needed. The location is perfect as it is halfway between downtown Savannah and Tybee Island.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Savannah locals had a blast!
We live in Savannah about 5 minutes down the road from The Boathouse. We stayed for 3 nights for my wife's 40th birthday "staycation" and kept the boat at the dock during our trip. We had an amazing time and will be back again next year. Everything was just perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H., Russellville

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful & Quiet Location
This is our 3rd time staying at the Cottage on Whitemarsh Island and we've loved it every time! Very peaceful & quiet location and convenient to Tybee Beach and Savannah. Brian & Patsi are wonderful hosts and easy to work with. We'll probably stay here again, should we ever be back to Savannah!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Our stay was quite peaceful! Highly recommend visiting Savannah. This property was close to everything we wanted to do but gave the seclusion we wanted to truly relax and unwind!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marvin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dream stay
3 days not enough
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best of both worlds!
The Boathouse was the perfect place to stay! Very clean and cozy offers everything you could need! Close enough between Savannah and Tybee island. Such a pretty and peaceful property! Patsi and Brian were so nice and we available for any needs, questions or suggestions! Cant wait to visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Boathouse Cottage
We loved our stay at this charming cottage and beautiful property. Conveniently located between Savannah and Tybee Island made for so many adventures. Brian and Patsi Smith were great host.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terilyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Georgia east coast riverfront boathouse cottage get away
My husband and I enjoyed our stay! The property was beautiful, the grounds well kept, and the boathouse was immaculate. Our hosts, Brian and Patsi, were great! We are from Ellerslie, Georgia which is about a 4.5 hour drive, and wanted to support our local economy by visiting a destination in Georgia, so we chose to vacation in Savannah, on the Georgia coast. The property on Whitemarsh Island, in a quaint boathouse, appealed to us, and didn’t disappoint. We were within 5 minutes to 15 minutes away from local restaurants, downtown entertainment, and historic attractions. But just relaxing in the boathouse, walking to the dock, appreciating the surroundings nature, and scenic marsh and river views, was destination enough! Next time we come down we will go crabbing and/or fishing, as we only stayed 3 days, and did not have time to do this. And we will go to Tybee Island beach when it is not a holiday weekend, because the traffic was so backed up during the Memorial weekend into the Tybee Island exit that we gave up and turned around, but we will be going back! We highly recommend this property for two. It’s a perfect couples getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Savannah Stay
Its always a pleasure and of course a relief to find that a rental property meets or exceeds its description. The Boat House met and exceeded our expectations! This is a great destination for a couple looking for privacy and sitting in the midst of Live Oak Trees draped in Spanish Moss. While the Boat House is very tastefully decorated and well equipped, we found ourselves spending most or our "at home" time sitting on the covered patio, enjoying our coffee and enjoying the natural surroundings. We met and and had a nice visit with the very nice couple who have owned the property for a number of years. We look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Beautiful Little Gem
I write this with some trepidation because this property was PERFECT and I do not want the word to get out. From the moment you pull up to the Boathouse you fell as if you have stepped back in time. Surrounded by majestic oaks with Spanish moss you feel like it were 1890. The hosts have done a MAGNIFICENT job remodeling this home. The detail to attention, the space planning and decor, the setting...all of it is SPECTACULAR! The Boathouse was immaculately clean with plenty of fresh towels and linens. Please book this little gem and take good care of her because we plan to be back again. Our hosts, Brian & Patsi, were very nice and communicative from the beginning and through our stay, too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard H., Tucson, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place to stay.
Brian was great. He made sure we had everything we needed. The house was spotless and beautifully decorated. Downstairs has living room, kitchen and half bath. Beautiful rough sawn beams, granite tops and nice island with bar stools. The upstairs is a bedroom with a large bathroom. Really nice large shower. Only a few minutes to downtown and Tybee Island. Highly recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This house was very clean and well thought out, has a great location and the property owners were great to communicate with. We had a great trip to the area and enjoyed this house thoroughly.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Savannah getaway
Amazing! Wonderful! Highly recommend! Very clean. Very comfortable. Very cool setting. Hosts were great! Close to everything. Will stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn J.

Liked: Cleanliness
As Promised
Such a lovely, peaceful setting! Loved waking up to the sound of birds calling, and Jasper the cat greeting me at the door as I went outside to sit on the patio and enjoy my morning coffee. The boat house is the perfect size for one or two people. Very warm and inviting. Thank you so much - we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Skidaway Getaway
We were very impressed. Beautiful location. Beautiful boathouse. It was cozy, warm, and relaxing. We had a wonderful time. The owners were amazing! We’ll definitely be back. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Favorite rental ever!
My wife and I have stayed in dozens of private rentals around the world. This one may be our favorite. Location was perfect, out on “the islands” but only 10-12 minutes from Savannah’s historic district. The surroundings / landscaping are gorgeous. Spring was busting out all over, azaleas & Spanish Moss everywhere. The interior feels handcrafted and everything we needed was handy. Not a single complaint! Definitely recommended and one day we’ll be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
We were excited by the pictures of this property. When we arrived, it was better than I had hoped. Just lovely and well done. All we could want for our stay. We couldn’t have been happier!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024