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Downtown Tybee

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“She is a good woman. And while the phrase is enough to set my teeth on edge, there are moments when her virtue demands admiration.”

Staying near downtown Tybee is a lot like being unto the manor born.  On Sunday nights, you can bet our Mermaids are tuned in to Downton Abbey on GPB, but the rest of the time we’re working hard behind the scenes to create a most memorable stay for you.  Our cottage charm and coastal calm is evident from the smallest cottages to our grandest raised Tybee homes.  A stay in one of our grand dames is much like an outing with the Dowager Countess Violet.  Glorious with prestige, warm with treasured history and a bit of whit and whimsy waiting to greet you around every corner.  Such is the grace of our Dutton-Waller Cottage circa 1938.

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“You are quite wonderful the way you see room for improvement wherever you look. I never knew such reforming zeal.”

This historic Tybee raised cottage was built by Mrs. Waller as her family’s summer home.  It has been beautifully restored and situated along the Back River District.  Our guests love the very easy walk to AJ’s Dockside Restaurant, the Alley III Kayak Launch …

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Tybee’s Winter Glow

Tybee's Winter Glow  photo: Melinda Martin Bailey
Tybee’s Winter Glow photo: Melinda Martin Bailey

We can’t guarantee you’ll leave with a deep tan, but during the off season we can assure you you’ll bask in Tybee’s Winter glow!  Winter is when the crowds are fewer and the traffic makes way for more bicycles and walking shoes.  Our cottages are warm and toasty and the sights and sounds of Tybee are just as luscious and vibrant as ever.  Now’s the time to dine at all the delicious restaurants  you’ve wanted to try and to make leisurely visits to our historical sites without deadlines or time limits.  Mermaid Cottages even has several attractive discount plans available this time of year and our Mermaid team is always excited to help plan your visit!

50% Rental Discount Sunday-Thursday Winter Special
Eisenhower's Retreat circa 1894 photo: Melinda Martin Bailey
Eisenhower’s Retreat circa 1894 photo: Melinda Martin Bailey

Mermaid Cottages is delighted to offer our best price EVER!  Sunday- Thursday nights through Thursday Feb 26, 2015 come enjoy our Cottage Charm and Coastal Calm during the quiet fall and winter weeks.  Many of our homes are Pet Friendly, all offer complimentary WIFI and our collection of …

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Tybee Bun Warmers

tybee bun warmers Yes, it’s cold and that’s why we love our Tybee bun warmers.  It may be downright freezing where you are, but on Tybee one thing’s for sure.  The sun will come out tomorrow.  If not today’s tomorrow it’ll be out the next.  For those iffy days when the sun is up and the temperatures are down, we just back up to a fire pit, an electric fireplace or even sprawl out on a deck with our cheeks to the sky.  Just where does one find all of these extravagances in the dead of winter?  At Mermaid Cottages on Tybee Island!

Basking Under the Tybee Sun circa1969

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There’s a picket-fenced yard for your pets.  An awesome front screened porch for sitting, morning coffee and evening cocktails. TVs in every bedroom and an electric fireplace!  

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Canty’s Cottage In Tybee Island

canty's cottage in tybee islandCanty’s Cottage in Tybee Island is one of our most popular cottages for Girls Getaways, family gatherings and couples retreats.  This circa 1957 charmer is vintage, yet freshly painted and updated.  This mid century modern island home belongs to Mary Elizabeth Canty.  She and her family have enjoyed it since her childhood.

Built in the 1950’s and completely restored with Central AC and all the modern conveniences, this ground level, pet friendly home features a large fully fenced back and side yards with views of the Back River.  Just 1.5 blocks to the Alley III kayak launch area, it’s just the right location for when you want to enjoy the beach and the Back River, too.

canty's cottage in tybee island

Canty’s Cottage has it’s own Tybee Tiki Hut, the ultimate finishing touch.  There’s even a hammock with pillows and lounge chairs for lots of …

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Happy Holidays In Tybee

the shrimp cottageHappy Holidays in Tybee begin with a stay at The Shrimp circa 1962.  Ever since this cute and cozy cottage was featured in the January 2009 Coastal Living it has been booked for all seasons.

This island charmer sits directly across the street from Memorial Park where wonderful family fun activites begin.  The park includes a large children’s playground, tennis courts, outdoor volleyball and basketball courts.  The beach is a short three block walk through the park.

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Guests love the convenience of this ground level cottage and the easy living with the fun screened in …

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