Butter Side Up Cottage – 516 Beach Drive

Butter Side Up Cottage - 516 Beach Drive

4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms Sleeps 9 Dog Friendly   

Butter Side Up Cottage features all one level living during your vacation stay. This cottage has been completely renovated with a new floorplan that sleeps 9 guests and has a private 10’ X 22’ pool, which can be heated during the cooler months (for an additional fee). Butter Side Up offers an ideal location midway from the village to public beach entrances. A guest favorite is the oversized screened in front porch, which is perfect for relaxation spot or comfortable outdoor dining.

[Special Discounts]
Enter these dates to see discounted rates:
February 17-21, 2026 (up to 4 nights) - discounted rates + book 3+ nights get one free!
March 29-April 2, 2026 (up to 4 nights)
June 1-8, 2026 (up to 7 nights)
June 13-18, 2026 (up to 5 nights)
June 22-24, 2026 (2 nights)


THE SPACE
Entry from the screened in front porch into the open concept family room with TV, kitchen to the left and dining nook at the entry. To the right is an office, if you have to work while on vacation.


Bedrooms:
* Primary: King bed, pool views, ensuite bath with step-in shower, TV
* Second: Queen bed, connected to jack and jill bath, TV
* Twins Room: two twin beds, TV, hall bath with tub
* Bunk Room: full bed on the bottom, twin on top, hall bath with tub

Bathrooms:
* Primary: dual sinks, step-in shower
* Jack-n-Jill: full bath with step-in shower
* Hall Bath: full bath with tub/shower combo
* Heated outdoor shower to rinse off the sand before jumping in the pool.

Pool is approximately 22 x 10ft

We're located mid-beach - halfway between the St Simons Pier Village and East Beach. This stretch of beach is not tide dependent and has plenty of walking distance in both directions. We're walking distance to local restaurant favorites like Crab Daddy's, Barrier Island Brewing, Fiddlers, and Porch.

MORE INFO
Beach Gear Included!: This home offers beach gear such as beach chairs and beach towels FREE for your use! Bikes, carts, paddleboards and more are available for rent locally, discount included. There are no fees or surcharges attached to your reservation.

Pets: This home is dog friendly for dogs 25lbs or less with $250 pet fee, 2 dogs max. Unfortunately we can't host puppies < 1 year old or breeds known to insurance carriers as 'vicious', please ask if you're not sure.

Heated Pool: This property offers a heated pool option. The cost is $75/night+tax and can be added up to 48 hours before arrival. Let us know if you'd like to heat the pool!

No Smoking: No smoking is allowed in the home, on the porches/patios/decks, or on the property in general.

Minimum Age: Must be 25 + to book, or age 30 + on GAFL weekend (last weekend in October) For GAFL weekend (last weekend in October), guests must be age 30 + or kids with their parents, no student groups. We cannot make exceptions for that weekend.

No Events: No events or parties. No overnight guests beyond the original booking group.

Tax Certificate: #126822

  • Lanai Gazebo Covered
  • Fire Pit
  • Heated Pool
  • Private Pool
  • Smart TVs
  • Near the St Simons Island Pier Village
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Air Conditioning
  • Dining Table
  • Dishes and Utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Full Kitchen
  • Spices
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Health Beauty Spa
  • Marina
  • Museums
  • Water Parks
  • Antiquing
  • Bird Watching
  • Boating
  • Eco Tourism
  • Gambling
  • Horseback Riding
  • Paddle Boating
  • Shopping
  • Whale Watching
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Water Sports
  • Beach
  • Hospital
  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • DeepSea Fishing
  • Heating
  • Parking
  • Essentials. Towels, bed sheets, soap, and toilet paper
  • Clothing storage
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Deadbolt Lock
  • Smoke Detector
  • Private Entrance
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Grill
  • Satellite or Cable
  • Television
  • Coffee Maker
  • Cooking basics. Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Near Ocean
  • Dryer
  • Hair Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Washer
  • Shampoo
  • Disinfectant is used when cleaning the property
  • High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (like countertops,
  • Enhanced cleaning practices are used
  • Contactless check-in and checkout is available
  • Wifi
  • Wifi speed (25+ Mbps)
  • Beach Chairs
  • No Smoking
  • Office
  • Fenced Yard
  • Bathtub
  • Single Level Home
  • Flat Smooth Pathway to Front Door
  • Fenced Pool

Fantastic Cottage

by Joy
This place was perfect for our stay. We had enough room for six adults to stay and be comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked and we were able to make numerous family dinners. The backyard was private, the grill was clean and the pool was great helping us beat the Georgia heat. The place was very clean, which made it easy to relax and have fun. Most of all, it was a four minute walk to the beach. We would definitely stay here again.

Guest Review

by Victoria
House was great! Close walk to the beach and the pool was wonderful!

Guest Review

by Joy
Loved this property. It was as clean as our own house which made the entire trip enjoyable.

Guest Review

by Callie
Butter Side Up Cottage was definitely the butter on top for our family vacation! The cottage was just perfect for the size of our family. It was decorated so cute and we loved the screened in porch and ended the night with a swim! Our vacation was for only one week however the memories will last a lifetime! See you soon!

Guest Review

by Roger
Lovely beach home! My family and I felt right at home! The 5 minute walk to the beach was easy to do with little ones! We would definitely stay here again and recommend this home to any couple or family who is looking for a peaceful getaway! Thanks Ryan!

Guest Review

by Rebecca
Easy from making reservations until departure with just one link to click!! Addressed our pool issue very promptly. Kids were back swimming in no time.

Great Stay

by Scott
Well done remodel in great location! Clean and well appointed. The screened front porch is perfect! We enjoyed our stay. We highly recommend and would stay again!

Perfect stay

by Morgan
We've been coming to St. Simons for decades, stayed in all kinds of houses, hotels, and condos, and this was one of the best accommodations we've had. Comfortable, clean, spacious and convenient to the beach and the village. Our family loved it.

Guest Review

by Lindsay
We had a great week here, kids loved the pool! Grownups loved the beds. Walked everywhere, hope to come back!

Guest Review

by Taylor
This home was perfect for our group. The walk to the beach was easy, the pool was a nice place to cool off, they had everything we needed for the beach and to cook nice meals. Would definitely come back!

Perfect beach house

by Cara
Location is near the beach and the Pier! Beautiful house, very clean and is stocked with everything you need. Wonderful home in a great beach neighborhood. Thank you!

Guest Review

by Mary
We had a wonderful time at this beach house. The front porch and pool were the major highlights. The super short walk to the beach was an added surprise!

Guest Review

by Bailey
We enjoyed our girls’ trip this summer to SSI!! Two of us are locals, and we still felt as is we were truly on vacation. This house was absolutely beautiful and the pool is the perfect size!

Guest Review

by Mary Ann
The island was a great place to visit! Friendly people, great restaurants. Short trip to Jekyll Island and Drift Wood beach a must! The house was super cozy with a great porch swing! It had everything we needed. Pool was a plus!

Guest Review

by Amy
Great location and lots of space
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Beach Gear Included!: This home offers beach gear such as beach chairs and beach towels FREE for your use! Bikes, carts, paddleboards and more are available for rent locally, discount included. There are no fees or surchages attached to your reservation.