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Villa 208 - charming condo close to pool and beach

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool

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Jekyll Island, GA
  • Driftwood Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Jekyll Island Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Saint Simons Island Pier
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About this property

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

Villa 208 - charming condo close to pool and beach

Thank you for considering Retreat on Jekyll, #208 at Villas By The Sea. This villa is perfect for couples, small families, and solo adventurers.

Retreat is decorated in an informal ocean and lighthouse decor. The owner is a lifelong visitor to Jekyll and an author who focuses on educating about the natural wonders, history, and adventures that Jekyll offers. The decor reflects her love of nature and the island.

Beautiful live oak trees surround the building in both front and back.

Retreat is conveniently located approximately 150 yards from the beautiful Driftwood Beach and across the road from Horton Pond, a natural habitat that's perfect for bird watching and seeing other wildlife.

Villas features an onsite, solar-heated pool with a children's play area. The gym and children's playground with its signature pirate ship are just outside the back door. It's just a short walk, about 100 yards, to dining at the Driftwood Bistro, the very popular on-site restaurant.

Retreat's entrance is ground floor and handicap parking is very close by. Usually you're able to park right in front of the building. The bedroom has a queen-sized bed along with a full-size hide-a-bed in the couch.

The bathroom includes a large step-in shower with a seat inside to make life easier for those who need to sit while bathing. The full-sized kitchen includes coffee maker, stove top, microwave oven, refrigerator with freezer, electric can opener, and coffee maker. Ice machines are located throughout the property. A large dining room table, two flat screened TVs, and a small reading library are included as well. The library includes books for children.

Retreat's sliding glass back door has light blocking curtains. It opens up to a small covered patio and continues out to the pirate themed playground.

FAQ:

*How far are you from the pool?
We are just a short walk to the pool, about 100 yards.

*How far are you from the beach?
We are about 150 yards or so from Driftwood Beach access.

*What is the kitchen like?
The kitchen has granite counters, a full-sized refrigerator with freezer, stainless sink, microwave oven, coffee maker, hand held mixer, electric can opener, toaster, and oven with stove top. It is fully equipped with all the implements most commonly needed.

*Is the bike trail close by?
Yes, the bike path is just a few pedals away. Bikes are available for rental on property and at other sites around the island.

Jekyll Island has about 25 miles of paved bike paths plus well maintained sandy trails. Biking these paths allows you to enjoy the historic district, maritime forest, salt marsh, and beautiful ocean views. It's the best way to see the island!

*I have mobility issues. Is Retreat a good fit for me?
Villa 208, Retreat, is located on the first floor with no steps or stairs to climb. Our bathroom has a walk-in shower with a seat inside.

*What exactly is in the villa?
Retreat features a queen sized bed, pull-out sleeper sofa, two flat screen televisions, large dining table, a book collection for children and adults, telephone, alarm clock and fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops. Laundry facilities are about 30 yards away.


Linens are provided with this unit, as well as a starter set of paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, and some personal amenity items. These items will not be replenished during your stay.
Villas by the Seas has 3 coin-operated laundry rooms accessible with your key cards.
ACCOMMODATES: 4

PLEASE NOTE:
Nearest Beach Boardwalk Crossover: Driftwood Beach only. Hurricane Helene damaged the stairs providing access to the lower beach and water at low tide for all Villas By The Sea Boardwalks. Direct beach access from the Villas by the Sea is not available at this time.

***Beach Access May Not Be Available At High Tide*** During high tide, please enjoy the oceanfront boardwalk OR swimming pool at VBTS or use one of the public beach access parks south of the Holiday Inn
During your stay at this condo building, you'll be within walking distance of Driftwood Beach. Features include a gym, a water park, and laundry facilities. The condo includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, patio, and sofa bed
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts, a gym, and a playground
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Driftwood Beach and Americana Beach
This condo offers its guests a water park and a fitness center. This condo also features barbecue grills and laundry facilities.

This Jekyll Island condo is smoke free.

Property manager

Parker Kaufman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property located in a resort

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

208 In Jekyll Jekyll
3108-263104
Villa 208 in Jekyll Island Condo
Villa 208 in Jekyll Island Jekyll Island
Villa 208 in Jekyll Island Condo Jekyll Island

Villa 208 - charming condo close to pool and beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach stay

Overall this was a nice property. We had trouble getting into the property as the code didn't work. Also the refridgerator had a shelf that was broken and caused us to have glass shattered on the floor. Location was good.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Hugo G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peace & quite

Didn’t use the condo much, the weather was great so we did a-lot of outdoor activities and really enjoyed the island. We just used the condo to sleep , the bed mattress is in bad shape , but the sofa couch mattress is even worse my 8 year old slept in it and even she complained, i layed in it for 5 minutes and my back was hurting
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vickie M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Anniversary Trip

Trip to celebrate our 33rd Anniversary. Condo perfect size for two (and our dog!). Only drawback - we were on the bottom floor and did experience noise from our upstairs neighbors (at 1 o'clock in the morning, no less).
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devin W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family weekend

Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Nice property helpful staff. Love the location beside driftwood beach -private -bike rentals on property-restaurant-very nice pool area
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family gathering

We were in a perfect location and had great weather for a family gathering at South dunes picnic area. My husband and I really enjoyed our stay . It was just the right size- we loved staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Traci G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Getaway

Condo was in a nice quiet location with beach access just across the parking lot. Condo was clean and there was plenty of towels for our stay. If you book this stay through VRBO the fees become a little hard to understand between VRBO fees and rental fees, it is not real clear.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place to stay!

This condo was perfect...excellent location, very private, and close to the beach walkover. I was surprised that I really liked this space as I've had some bad experiences before at other condos in this complex. I'm glad I took another chance on this one! The decor is a little cluttered with knick-knacks but it doesn't really impact the stay. I was very satisfied and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Chelsea B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

A nice getaway

The villa was a decent fit for my husband and me. We enjoy the peace and calm atmosphere at Villas By The Sea. Having stayed in this complex years ago, I assumed the management of the property would be similar to last time. That wasn't the case. If you're looking for daily tidying up, regular replenishment of linens -that sort of thing - you'll want to rent a villa managed by VBTS. Despite a fairly disastrous check-in (no keys left for us to get in), we enjoyed our stay. This villa just needs a little attention -- a deep cleaning/dusting for one, perhaps a fresh coat of paint on the walls, replacement of some of the outlets and fixtures that seem a bit tired. I love the location of the villas; they're close to Driftwood Beach and the Bistro but far enough away from the busier areas of the island. I certainly hope to return to Jekyll in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Cindy C.

Nice location

The property location was great. We stayed for 5 days, so we were cooking some meals everyday. The pans were a little on the cheap side for daily use. The refrigerator rails on the door fell off, luckily I was an appliance repair person for years and put it together correctly. There was a lot of stuff, ( like Knick knacks)everywhere, not leaving much space to put things like books, hats chargers…We had a good time and the location put us right on the bike paths and beach. The bed seemed like it should have a better cover under the sheets. Both my wife and I felt itchy when in bed and after getting out of bed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Monika F.

Liked: Cleanliness

A bliss.

A bliss.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Leigh C.

Great Location

We arrived on the island and were very happy to find that the Villas are so close to Driftwood Beach. What was disappointing was the musty smell as we opened the door to our rental. That, coupled with a "less than clean" bathroom made me give the rental three stars. PS- I'm happy I had brought linens with me.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019