Guests

We can never say enough just how much we love our guests here at Mermaid Cottages! Each and every one of you are a treasure we never take for granted. I mean, if it wasn’t for y’all, where would be? So, when we are lucky enough to receive notes, comments, emails, and reviews about a fabulous stay, we enjoy spreading the joy! We consider each of you- past, present or future guests- part of our extended Mermaid family, and that is why we like to feature our guests each week here on the Mermaids in Our Midst posts.

If you have stayed with us, be it recently or not-so-recently, we love hearing from you! You can always email your thoughts, stories, and pictures to diane@mermaidcottages.com, or you can join us on Facebook! Come share your pictures and stories on our Mermaid Cottages Facebook page...we even have a Review link under our profile picture where you can share your experience with us and the rest of the Mermaid family. A few of our cottages even have their very own Facebook pages, where you can share pictures, thoughts, and even follow what’s happening here on Tybee. Here’s a list of those pages. Even if you haven’t stayed in a certain cottage (yet!) you can always take a virtual visit before planning a trip of your own!

Breeze Inn Cottage

Fish Camp Cottage

Screened Inn Cottage

Enlisted Mens’ Mess Hall Cottage

Dutton-Waller Cottage

Paula Deen’s Y’all Come Inn Cottage

Paws and Paddles Cottage

You, our treasured guests, mean the world to us and no matter how many times we say thank you, it will ever feel like enough! We hope this weekly feature helps with that a little. It’s just one way for us to tell you that every one of you are Mermaids in our Midst and we wouldn’t have it any other way!

Today, I want to send a big Thank You out to our fellow Mermaid, Linda Bray. Linda has been with us at Mermaid Cottages for three years and she has really become part of our family. She has been been a huge help in just about every facet of the business, from cleaning to social media, and we appreciate everything she does! She has also worked over at our favorite coastal shop, Seaside Sisters, and we loved seeing her smiling face there when we walked in.

Linda is leaving us this week to move to Florida to be closer to her family there. Linda, we love you so much and will miss your cheerful, witty ways and smiling face! Good luck to you and remember, Tybee is always here, so come back for a visit sometime!

It is never easy to say goodbye, but it is extra tough when the person you must let go is such an amazing individual. I recently had to say goodbye to my good friend, Lorraine Powell. Lorraine was one amazing lady. Not only was she a huge success in the hospitality industry, she was also a valued member of the Georgia Chapter of Meeting Professionals International for 24 years. There, she used he influence to  bring attention to a cause she was very passionate about- the annual Atlanta Ovarian Cancer Walk.

When Lorraine was diagnosed with ovarian cancer herself, it never stopped her dedication or determination. She served as an active member of the Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance. As a patient, she participated in Southeastern Gynecological Oncology’s Buddy Program, a program providing patient-to-patient support for fellow patients in need.

Lorraine was an amazing person, passionate volunteer, and, I am honored to say, friend. She will always be an inspiration to me and to others she touched with her beautiful spirit. If you are in Atlanta, make sure you check out the Atlanta Ovarian Walk and the Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance. For that matter, find a walk near you -where ever that may be- to support as well. It’s a great cause that brings attention to an awful disease that really, really needs a cure.

     This week, our Mermaid is near and dear to all of us at Mermaid Cottages. Barb Ogden has been with us here on Tybee for a few years now, and in that time, has not only been a friend but has become a part of our family. Barb left her career in financial services to care for her mother, then moved to Tybee, and she and her two Corgies have been an important part of our lives ever since!
     As far as Mermaid Cottages, Barb has always gone above and beyond in every aspect of her work. From guest services to reservations, networking to logistics, there’s nothing Barb can’t do! She’s been especially helpful in coordinating and volunteering with our Mermaids Give Back efforts.
     Barb has decided to step back for some more time for herself and family, and we want to tell her just how much we love and appreciate her and everything she’s done here at Mermaid Cottages and on Tybee. Barb, you are a wonderful person and friend, and we are so glad to claim you in our family of Mermaids!
     Thankfully though, Barb is going to continue volunteering with us in our Mermaids Give Back events, so we won’t be in complete Barb-withdrawal! Barb, we wish you all the joy you so richly deserve…and all the laid-back, sand-in-your-shoes Tybee Time you can handle! We love you!

     This week, there’s an extra special Mermaid we’d like to tell you about! Fallon O’Neill (daughter of the owners of Sea Glass Cottage, Little Fish Cottage, and Tim’s Beach Gear!) has been growing her lovely locks for a while now, but just recently had 10 inches lopped off for a great cause!
Here’s the email Fallon’s mom, Tracy, sent to us:

“Hi Everyone!
     Fallon has been growing her hair out for several years and went yesterday to get it cut (9.5 inches to be exact)! She’s donating her hair to Pantene Beautiful Lengths, an organization that makes wigs for people with cancer. She was very excited and LOVES her new short, sassy haircut (and I do too!). It definitely fits her personality!! Here are some pictures of the big event…
Tracy”

     What a great cause, and what a wonderful girl! Congratulations Fallon, on such a selfless donation, and we love your new short and sassy ‘do! We are so proud to have such a giving Mermaid in our midst!