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Mermaid Tales: Maddie’s on Jones

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     Welcome to Maddie’s On Jones! This bright and cheerful cottage is just waiting for you, so let the relaxation begin. The three bedrooms are perfect for a group of up to six. If your group needs more space, but still wants to stay close, Maddie’s is right next door to Flip Flop Cottage and Mimosa Cottage. It’s an ideal grouping for several families to vacation together. You’ll enjoy the large live oaks and palms, and the large completely fenced back yard. Maddie’s is pet friendly too, so bring your furry kids along to enjoy the cottage life as well.

cottage photos by Deborah Whitlaw Llewellyn

     This home is in the perfect location to enjoy everything Tybee has to offer. Bring your bicycle or walking shoes and enjoy the easy four block stroll to the beach. Enjoy the enclosed outdoor shower, complete with hot and cold water, after your beach combing as well! You can take a leisurly walking tour of the shops and restaurants downtown during your stay, too. Make sure to sample island favorites like Charly’s, The Sundae Cafe, and Mac Elwees…all within a few blocks from your cottage door! If you need even more shopping and dining, Historic Savannah is only a 20 minute drive from your island retreat.

     Why not plan a visit to Maddie’s on Jones today? Relax, unwind, and discover what we local’s mean when we say “Slow down…you’re on Tybee time”.

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Pass The …er…Duh Bee, Please

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Who wants to guess where the word TYBEE comes from?  Tybee is a Euchee Indian word (duh bee) meaning salt- because of our salt marshes!  The Indians used the salt to cure meat and fish.  They also used to use the waterways between the 33 barrier islands as streets, running their canoes through them, stopping and island hopping.



When one island was “used up” they’d travel onto another, so Tybee was inhabited by Indians for many years.  Some of Tybee was a maritime forest filled with animals and exotic birds.  The soil was fertile and grew indigo, vegetables and rice.  Fish were plentiful and included crabs, shrimp, sea bass, and pompano. 

So, the next time you feel you could use some spice in your life…pass the…er…Duh Bee…and hop around our island.  Our Tybee. Our salt marsh.
Mermaid Cottages has the perfect cottage for your Duh Bee adventure!


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COTTAGE CHEESE:Tybee’s Bird Sanctuary and Wildlife Refuge

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Tybee is a rest area for migratory birds and other wildlife.  The majority of the island is covered in sand deposits from the Savannah River.  The more stable portions of the island are densely covered with eastern red cedar, wax myrtle and groundsel.   Saltwater marsh borders parts of the island.  At low tide the shoreline provides a resting place for many species of birds and animals.

Here for your viewing pleasure is a sampling of some of the more exotic birds and beauties and beasts you might see congregating on any given day.

They’re a social, gregarious bunch that plays well together.

Special thanks to the wonderful daredevil photography of The Tybee Breeze and Jim Glass and for anyone who ever said, “You’re never gonna believe what I just saw, so I took a picture to prove it was real!”

WARNING:  Don’t feed the animals.  Don’t poke the bears.  Don’t spit in the wind.  Don’t get too close or try to see what’s beneath the plumage.  You know the drill.

It’s about enjoying the sites!
It’s about appreciating the birds and the animals!
It’s about living the Tybee life!
It’s what all Tybee locals know how to do!
It’s COTTAGE CHEESE!

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Mermaids in Our Midst: Blue Heron Happiness

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We are always so happy to hear from you, our wonderful guests. It never ceases to make us smile from ear to ear, and this note from Lisa is no exception!

As a repeat Mermaid Cottage guest, I decided to try Blue Heron Cottage. For a two bedroom, it is quite large. The living area is comfortable, and open to the kitchen. The yard is beautifully landscaped, and in a nice location. Thank you Diane and David for a wonderful trip!

· By Lisa from Atlanta on 11/28/2010 for a stay in 11/1/2010

Thank you so much for letting us know how your visit was Lisa, and for being a repeat guest. We can’t wait to see you again!

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Live Like a Local: Tybee Goes All In!

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     It’s time for another Casting for Stars FUN-raising event, and you’ll need to put on you best poker face for this one! Come out this Saturday, January 8th, and enjoy a gambling cruis on the amazing Diamond Casino of Savannah. Boarding for the cruise begins at 11 a.m. and the fun sets sail from 12 to 5 p.m.! It’s just a $25 donation per person for the cruise, and that includes lunch, so don’t miss out. Remember, proceeds from this event benefit the efforts to restore Tybee’s Historic Post Theater, and your donation is even tax deductible! You can get your tickets online or stop by The Crab Shack here on the island.
     Hurry, because the first 50 tickets sold receive a VIP goodie basket fit for a High Roller! A $60 value, the basket includes a bottle of wine, a one year Dining Card from Savannah Menu, a Casting for Stars T-shirt, and a chance to win a Basket of Cheer at the Casting For Stars Grand Finale Event! Tybee is going all in for the Historic Post Theater this Saturday…we hope to see you there!

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