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Live Like a Local: Haviland Stillwell in Concert!

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     ‘Tis the season for another FUN-raiser to benefit the Historic Post Theater here on Tybee! Make plans now to attend see Haviland Stillwell perform live in concert at “I’ll Be Home for Christmas”.

     Haviland Stillwell is a hometown girl, now working in New York and LA. She has appeared in films, on Broadway, and is currently shooting a guest starring role on CSI:NY. Miss Stillwell will bring her musical talents home to Savannah for this concert to help raise money to restore the historic Tybee Post Theater. Between sets, you will have the chance to meet Haviland and even have your picture taken with the rising star!
     This fabulous event is hosted by Attorney and Mrs. Howard Spiva and is being held in their beautiful Paradise Island home at 12401 Apache Avenue in Savannah. The concert begins at 7:45 pm with Haviland Stillwell performing live and, after a break, again at 9pm. This luxurious home is the perfect back drop to mingle with fellow theater supporters, meet the guest star, and enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.
     There is a $75 donation per person for this event and a limited number of tickets will be sold, so get yours soon! Visit the Facebook Event Page to learn all of the easy ways to get your tickets! You can also call 912-786-7009 for information, or purchase E-tickets here to print and bring along with you the night of the event. There will be plenty of parking along Apache Avenue, with constant free shuttles for attendees to and from the door of the home.
     Don’t miss this fabulous holiday event! What better time of year to enjoy a concert for a great cause? Hope to see you there!

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Yellow Labs and Mermaids- two of my favorite things!

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I love being here in Key West. Even thought Max is not feeling well, Danny is his usual crazy self. He’s my walking buddy and we’re walking all over our neighborhood here in Old Town. Every where I look is another amazing cottage restoration.  Heaven for someone like me who loves old houses.

But there is another element to Key West which I love.  Craziness.  Pure and right there in your face people who just don’t care how things look to the rest of the world. I’ve heard this place called the “Island of misfit toys” over and over.

Today’s walk took the cup cake.  I was walking and saw a mermaid sticking out from a roof top.  Cool! A mermaid sighting!  Then I looked again.  Not one but TWO YELLOW LABS sitting on the roof! A mermaid and yellow labs – life doesn’t get any better!

But here’s the crazier thing. The are literally right on the edge of the house. And they are walking around- looking at people ( who like me are taking pictures of this sight!)  Then they get bored of the people and just lay back down and take another nap. True labs!  Isn’t this incredible???

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Mermaid Sightings: Mermaid Louie

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Aren’t these beautiful? Our friend Mermaid Louie sent these to us and we just had to share! These beauties are both from the Outer Banks Trading Group, a super great place for anything coastal! Just beautiful! Thanks for sharing Louie!
We want to see your mermaid sightings too! Please email your pictures to diane@mermaidcottages.com and keep an eye out…your sightings may show up right here! We can’t wait to hear from you soon!

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Mermaid Tales: Nora’s Cottage c 1920

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     Welcome to Nora’s Cottage, a circa 1920 Tybee treasure! Nora’s mid-island location makes it the perfect place to be close to everything Tybee has to offer. You’ll enjoy a 3 block stroll to the beach, and the out door shower when you return and need to refresh after all that beach combing. The home has a screen porch in front, perfect for relaxing with a good book, or just watching island life pass by.

    Nora’s Cottage is great for a family retreat, friend escape, or anyone just wanting to slow down and relax. The cottage sleeps six comfortably, but for those groups needing more room, the home is across the street from three of our other cottages: A Mermaid’s Tale, Basking Under the Tybee Sun, and Good Times. The quiet residential neighborhood is perfect for bicycle rides all over the island, so pack your wheels! Don’t want to bother with packing your bulky bike? Visit Tim’s Beach Gear for bicycles and anything else you might need during your stay on the island!
     Don’t leave your furry friends behind at home either…Nora’s is pet friendly! Make sure you bring your best friends along. They are sure to enjoy the fenced in yard and the large deck for sun puddle naps!

     This beautiful cottage has been selected to be on the National Register of Historic Places, but it holds an extra special place in the hearts of John and Ed, grandsons of the cottage’s namesake Grandma Nora. She lived here for many years. John and Ed spent many a summer in the cottage and have taken great pride in restoring the home. We can’t wait to share that love and care with you! Make your plans to visit Tybee and stay at Nora’s Cottage, you’ll be glad you did. This historic Tybee cottage is just waiting for you…see you soon!

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The dogs of Key West, Florida

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I’m spending a magical month in Key West- an island I truly love.  I adore Tybee Island, Georgia, but there is something about being at this end of the road ( literally!) island that just speaks to my soul.  I think it’s the combination of amazing cottages, unique and  interesting people from all over the world who have landed here, world class restaurants ( some fancy, some shacks) and the weather. Even though we’re going thru a cold spell, it just doesn’t matter.

The dogs and I literally take walks all day long.  I love finding interesting things to take pictures of with my cell phone camera.   I keep finding dog “stuff” including dog statues.  Here are two that took my breath away.  Just down the street from my cottage, I think they are too big labs.  The owner thinks they are great danes, but I think they are labs.  Big, glorious labs guarding their humans and home.  And best of all, all decorated for the holidays!  This whole home is beautiful and all lit up, but the dogs are the best part.

Enjoy! I know I do on a daily basis!

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