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6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 100

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Tybee Island, Georgia
  • Place, Tybee Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, South Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Savannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Pet Friendly. Private Pool. Screened Porch Easy walk to Beaches

#01187P1
1700 Inlet Ave., Tybee Island, GA, 31328

NO BEACH TOWELS OR BEACH GEAR PROVIDED
CONTACTLESS CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT.
ATTENTION: FROM MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND THRU LABOR DAY WEEKEND, ARRIVALS MUST BE ON A FRIDAY, SATURDAY OR SUNDAY AND THE STAY MUST BE FOR THE FULL 7 NIGHT WEEK.
Discover Whispering Palms, a beautifully preserved vintage beach home perfectly situated only 1½ blocks from the beach.
Lovingly restored, this spacious 6‑bedroom, 5‑bath home blends vintage character with modern convenience. Clapboard walls, painted floors, and curated vintage décor pair seamlessly with flat‑screen Smart TVs with cable and stainless‑steel appliances—truly the best of both worlds. Your stay here is a rare chance to experience an authentic piece of Tybee history.
One of the best features (there are too many to list!) is the beautiful yard and gardens featuring hydrangeas, old oaks, decks, a fire pit, a gazebo, lots of seating and gathering areas AND a private pool! Pool is 288 sq ft (12 x 24). The outdoor space of this beautiful home is a true oasis and is truly amazing!
Another awesome feature of this home is that it is pet-friendly; something we know many of our Mermaid guests will appreciate! A perfect home for large family gatherings, multi-family vacations, and girlfriend getaways! Bring the kids! Bring the parents! Bring the pets! Come enjoy one of the very best beach homes Tybee has to offer! A great beach rental for winter months; too cool to swim at the beach? Come hang out in the garden around the fire pit or sit and RELAX on the screened in porches!!
Here’s a few of the numerous details that make this home a true gem! Master King Suite on top floor with walk in shower and separate Jacuzzi plus its own private porch. Also located on the top floor is the 2nd, 3rd and 4th bedrooms. Bedroom #2 has a queen bed with private full bath (tub/shower combo), Bedroom #3 has a full bed and a twin bed with a full bath (tub/shower combo) and Bedroom #4 has a king bed with a shared bath.
Middle Level features a living area with 70-inch flat screen TV, dining area, kitchen and a porch off of the living area. Also a rear deck off of the kitchen/dining area features a table with seating for 4. There is also a front porch with seating for 2. The 5th and 6th bedrooms are also located on this level with the 5th bedroom featuring a queen bed with a shared full bath (tub/shower combo). 6th bedroom features a queen bed with a private full bath (tub/shower combo).
At the ground level, you will access the garden, private pool (NOTE: POOL IS HEATED) with seating for 10 or more plus a covered gazebo, fire pit, charcoal grill. There is a bath house at the pool area that includes a shower and full bath so guests do not have to access main house for bath accommodations. The main garden features multiple seating areas and umbrellas.
Complimentary sample of Mermaid Morning Bliss coffee; a special perk for all Mermaid Cottages guests!
There is covered parking for 2 vehicles.
Complimentary WiFi.
Make your reservation today!

Minimum Age Requirement: Must be 25 years of age to rent this property.
ALL PET FRIENDLY HOMES REQUIRE AN ADDITIONAL PET FEE. PLEASE PICK UP AFTER YOUR PETS! NO PETS IN POOL.
PLEASE NOTE: LONGER MINIMUM STAY (UP TO 7 NIGHTS) MAY BE REQUIRED DURING CERTAIN TIMES OF THE YEAR INCLUDING HOLIDAYS AND OUR SUMMER SEASON.

PARTY POOPER ALERT:
*NO PARTIES OR EVENTS AT THIS PROPERTY*
PLEASE NOTE: EVENTS (WEDDINGS, PARTIES, ETC.) ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY OF OUR HOMES. HOME OCCUPANCY IS STATED AND YOU CANNOT HAVE GUESTS OVER THIS OCCUPANCY LIMIT.


5% DISCOUNT FOR MILITARY, EDUCATORS, AAA AND AARP
ASK US ABOUT SPECIAL OFF-SEASON RATES!
STVR LICENSE #STR2025-0724
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at this cottage. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Tybee Island Beach. Enjoy features like concierge services and laundry facilities. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Services include a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts and a playground
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Tybee Island Beach and 4 minutes by foot from South Beach
As a guest of this cottage, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and concierge services. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Tybee Island cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Whispering Palms c. 1926 Pet-friendly 1.5 Blocks Beach Wifi
Whispering Palms c. 1926 Pet-friendly 1.5 Blocks Beach Wifi
1181-105949

Pet Friendly. Private Pool. Screened Porch Easy walk to Beaches Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 177 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly recommend!

I highly recommend renting through Mermaid Cottages! The mermaids went above and beyond to make sure our vacation was amazing… and it was!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany R.

Liked: Cleanliness

The best house!

This house was perfect for our weekend girls trip! The corner lot was quiet and cozy. There was plenty of room for everyone and perfect location. We were able to walk to downtown for dinners and the beach was so close and easily accessible! The property manager was very sweet and just a text away! 15/10 will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecile L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best time ever!

The house was fantastic with more than enough place for our party of 10 as well as very conveniently located. The kitchen was well stacked with all tools required for a great Thanksgiving dinner. Not to mention Tybee is a charming island that deserves to be discovered. Finally, thank you to the Mermaids who helped make our stay memorable!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Whispering palms circa 1925

Outdoor / pool area was amazing. It is an older home with master bathroom updated beautifully. We spent most evenings on the main floor, screened, porch. Short walk to many shops, restaurants, and beach. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M., Charlotte, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house for family time

Great house for our family including toddlers. Loved the convenience to beach and coffee and ice cream. Mermaid Cottages lady does a spectacular job.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Getaway

We had a great time and really enjoyed the home. We loved the common area and the outdoor area, we were able to build a fire of our nights. There were 12 of us and we had plenty of space to be comfortable. I would def come back for another stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leeanna W., Middle River, MD

Liked: Cleanliness

Staff at Meemaid was very accommodating

The staff was extremely helpful at Meemaud
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second visit to Whispering Palms, and we absolutely love this house!!! So much character with the vintage feel mixed with gorgeous, chic, and whimsical decor! We spent so much time on the screen in porches just enjoying the beautiful fall weather and sight and sounds of Tybee. Perfect location with one block to sunset beaches and so close to the 17th street beach entrance. Beautiful fenced in corner lot with gorgeous foliage and gazebo with tons of seating areas. The Mermaid property staff are so professional and showed exceptional hospitality. We felt welcomed from the beginning! Can’t say enough, always sad to leave Tybee!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria N., Hawkinsville usa

Liked: Cleanliness

Get Location

This was my family’s second time staying. Great location midway between the bayside and ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness

We had an enjoyable time at the house and on the island.

The experience was very nice from contacting the property manager to arriving to the property. It was a very smooth process to rent the house for the dates O wanted. The house could have provided more bath towels for the guests.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori V., Panora, Iowa. USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Totally Awesome Experience 5 Stars for sure!!

This was our first visit to Tybee Island. We had planned a week long vacation for our extended family of 13…ages 2 - 60+. The property suited us perfectly. Every family had its own bedroom and bathroom. The kitchen was well stocked and we loved the backyard. The littles swam in the pool daily. The location of Whispering Palms was really ideal - we could walk to the beach, to multiple shops and restaurants and thru quiet neighborhoods for morning exercise. The staff at Mermaid Cottages was like none other I have encountered when using VRBO. They were attentive, caring and communicated clearly. Tammy and Jan were THE BEST… thank you! If we add one hint for future renters it would be to bring shampoo, soap and plan to purchase additional paper products for the kitchen and bath. Thanks to Mermaid Cottages for memories (and photos) that will last a lifetime!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

homer b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Whispering Palms

Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect getaway for family time!

My entire party loved the charm of Whispering Palms. It was a comfortable, relaxed setting with everything we could need without leaving the property (well except for the beach!) Mermaid Cottages’ gals were great! They communicated with me many times prior to our trip to ensure we were fully prepared. And, touched base several times to make sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Travis P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and property just a walk from the beach

The home was beautiful and a great space to spend our time when we weren't on the beach. The pool was really nice and the location couldn't have been better. You do have to bring a lot of basic stuff which you warned about ahead of time, although hand soap in all of the bathrooms were something we weren't expecting to need to buy. Overall we really enjoyed staying and would definitely consider staying here again. We would also recommend this to place to others
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Molly M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place

Great communication and location. Beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house & location

The biggest shock factor was the sheer amount of space that the house and overall property had. We had a group of 9 and it fit everyone perfectly. Location was also great as it’s close to the beach, bars and local restaurants on the southern side of Tybee. 10/10 would book this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina S., Union, KY

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, easy walk to the beach. Beautiful patio and pool area.

Our family had a great time, the house is well stocked with everything we needed. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Private Oasis in the heart of Tybee

Secluded little compound in the heart of the action at Tybee. Perfect place for family to gather and be entertained and everything outside of the home from coffee to restaurants and the beach are all within walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A house filled with character

Between the beautifully landscaped back yard, all the porches and multiple bedrooms, this spacious house gave 11 people (from four families) all the room needed to find their own space, when needed. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for our large group!

We absolutely felt at home and comfortable in our group of 9 adults and 4 kids under the age of five! There was plenty of space and we never felt on top of each other. The back yard and pool were perfect for the little ones and the back porch was a perfect gathering place for mornings and evenings. The location of the house was amazing. Within walking distance to a great, quiet end of the island but still close to the stores and night life without being loud. The kitchen was fully stocked of all appliances you could need. All major appliances were updated. Everything is well taken care of. It was very clean and welcoming when we got there. Would absolutely stay here again and would recommend it for any other family vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

Liked: Cleanliness

House was amazing upon arrival, very clean with welcome lights and music playing.

We originally rented with VRBO to later find out we could have rented directly with the rental company and saved money. Lesson learned as we were very happy with the house and enjoyed our stay, we will be sure we rent directly with the management company next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property

Overall, We were very pleased with the property. Tammy was great! She checked in throughout the trip to make sure everything was satisfactory with our stay. The backyard was awesome. The pool is small, however, the younger kids thoroughly enjoyed it. The adults enjoyed the grill and fire pit. Would definitely recommend this property to anyone visiting Tybee!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meredith M., Snellville, GA USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house, so special! Incredible locations, cant wait to come again!

Whispering Palms is a 1925 circa home That has been beautiful restored and decorative! One of the coolest places we have ever stayed, incredibly charming and perfect location. Plenty of space for our entire family! Beautiful and serene fenced yard which was perfect for fun and privacy. We enjoyed the pool, too! 5 stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maria N., Hawkinsville usa

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for a reunion with my family

It was everything described in the rental description and more. We will be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020