Charming cottage-great location
by Blythe
This house has a great location. We have stayed in homes directly on the beach that have had a longer walk to the water. It is literally around the corner to the beach. The house is quaint but with plenty of room. We loved the old school charm and renovations.
Darling property and a great location.
by Jami
Kitchen was well stocked, property is larger than photos display. This is a darling home.
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by Emma
Great place to stay at a great price!!! We loved it!!
Lovely St. Simon's Getaway
by Laura
Beautiful house; spacious outdoors. Heated pool was an amazing benefit! We had a GREAT time. Thank you for sharing your lovely property with us.
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by Molly
The location and house is fantastic. The heated pool is wonderful. The team at Lighthouse is incredibly prompt in responses — even during a holiday weekend. Will be back again.
Worked for our family.
by David
Older house, but perfect for us.
Love this beach cottage 🙂
by Elaine
Well maintained and just a short walk to the beach. Plenty of space for our family. Having a pool is a bonus! This was our second year to stay at Watercolor.
Great spot
by Anna
We loved this house! Enjoyed hanging by the house. the pool, beach and surrounding areas. Very happy with our stay. Would recommend this property.
Summer Beach Trip
by Brandon
My family has stayed at this beach house 4 or 5 times now. We love it! The proximity to the beach is great for me and my young family............and the pool is great for when we need a break from the sand. We love this place and plan to continue coming back year after year!
Watercolor
by Alan
Great Beach House!!
Rustic Perfection
by Heather
We had such a great stay! The proximity to beach access was fantastic, and being able to walk to many shops/restaurants. We really appreciated that it was pet friendly, as our dog had the time of his life at the beach and the private pool! The mattress in the master bedroom was the best mattress we had experienced on vacation! Having a tv outside and an outdoor shower with warm water were great perks. Loved the lights in the pool at night and having the pool heated made it perfect. Also, next time we don't even need to bring beach chairs because the ones in the shed were great! The house isn't "fancy" but it's cozy & rustic, has all the necessities, this is all about location!
Loved it
by Debbie
Amazing location, we will definitely come back!
Lovely Place Close to Beach
by LaRonica
Place had wonderful charm. Love heated pool and very child friendly property.
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by Josh
Great place!
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by Neily
I have never written this one before...the BEDS WERE AWESOME!!! Incredible mattress, soft sheets, comfy pillows!!! WHAT!!!! It was great. Fantastic location. Wonderful stay. Did I mention the beds???
New Year in St Simon
by Susan
My siblings plus spouses look for a vacation spot each year. This was a great place to visit and the house was perfect. The house is steps from a beautiful beach, has an excellent pool (we had it heated and it was really nice!!) and plenty of room. As a group of adults it was nice to find a house with well stocked full baths. the kitchen had the basics with some extras. The location was .6 mile to the pier. We used a golf cart, but it was an easy walk or bike ride. I would highly recommend this property to a family or group.
Cottage close to Beach
by Lourence
We had a really good time and had all the amenities we could hope for. Beds were comfy, kitchen well equipped, location was one house row away from the beach, and close proximity to the small town and long long beach walks.
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by Neil
We had an amazing vacation.Thank you so much for having us. Super clean, comfortable and convenient. Would definitely recommend!
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by Nancy
We had a great stay! The pool was amazing. We had it heated and it was so nice to have for slightly cooler days. It is so close to the beach. We loved having such an easy walk. The house is big and had plenty of sleeping space.
Charming
by Elaine
This charming beach cottage house made our stay on SSI absolutely delightful. It is convenient to everything....most importantly the beach! We would definitely stay here again!
Perfect Location
by Marcie
The rental process was very simple and convenient. Nice property, across the street from the beach. Easy access showers, nice pool. A little disappointed in the living room slip covers-needed cleaning!!!
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by Kelli
If your looking for a cute beach house with proximity to the beach and town, this is for you:) This is our second visit to this rental, and had a wonderful stay.
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by Philip
Great house in a great location!
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by Traveler
The location is hard to beat! Very short walk to a beautiful beach, a nice good sized pool, and short drive to the Village.
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by Traveler
So close to the beach, heated pool, and Ryan was just a message away with any questions we had. We would recommend it to anyone!
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by Traveler
The Watercolor house was the perfect place for our family getaway. The proximity to the beach is exactly as described, and this stretch of beach never had more than a few families. The close proximity to restaurants and shopping was also excellent, and it's a quick hop over the bridge to check out all that Jekyll Island has to offer as well. Definitely enjoyed our visit!
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by Traveler
The owner communicated very well and check-in was very simple. My family spent most of their time at the beach which was practically across the street and outside at the pool and sitting area on the patio.
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by Traveler
Great location, right off the beach and within walking distance to other beaches, restaurants, and the pier. Lovely house, fit us well. Recommended!
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by Traveler
Wonderful and spacious house so close to the beach. Literally the beach is across the street and very easy to access. Beds were really comfortable and the outdoor shower was heated. Very short walk to town center. We opted to have the pool heated for a small fee and it was worth it. House is updated and very clean. Owner was quick to respond to our messages. Parking was easy. We never dorve during our stay since everything was so close.
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by Traveler
Ryan was a great host and was quick to respond to any questions or concerns we might have. He offered up great information about things to do on the island and surrounding areas. The house was very clean and comfortable and so close to the beach! We give it high marks.
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by Traveler
a great place to bring a large family together. From our 2 year old to our 17 year old ALL had fun. Pool and beach pull it all together.
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by Traveler
Loved the space and the proximity to the beach! It was our first time in SSI, and everything was walkable and so easily accessible. Ryan was super responsive, and all the directions made it so easy to know where to find things. We loved the charm of the house and neighborhood - perfect little getaway!
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by Traveler
The proximity to ocean and vicinity of this place give you the private beach like experience. Wish weather had cooperated. I highly recommend this place.
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by Traveler
I was unable to stay at the property due to Hurricane Irma. Ryan was very understanding in refunding me for my stay. To be honest, I wasn't expecting to get much back, and Ryan exceed my expectations on that front. I look forward to staying at one of his properties in the future.
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by Traveler
I would highly recommend this house! My family has been vacationing on St. Simons every year for the past 12 years. We normally stay at a condo.......The Grande or The Beach Club. After staying at this house with a nice back yard, private pool, dining room, and less than the distance of a football field to the beach, I don't think I can ever go back to a condo. Just being able to park right in front of the house saves nearly an hour of time in unloading at the beginning of the trip and loading at the end, as compared to the condos mentioned above. We shared the house with my sister's family and we never felt cramped. The cost per couple ended up being right at what we normally spend for a condo. But, the condo doesn't offer nearly the amenities that this house does. Definitely plan on staying at this house again!
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by Traveler
Perfect location to walk or bike to the shops and restaurants in St. Simons and a very quick walk to the beach. Beds were very comfortable, and the pool and the outdoor area around it was delightful. Ryan was very quick to respond to any questions. Overall it was a great stay!
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by Traveler
Great house & was perfect for our group of 8 adults! Close to The Village Pier, restaurants & shops, and steps from the beach! We had everything we needed for a great trip. Would highly recommend this house for a stay in St. Simons!
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by Traveler
We really enjoyed our stay at Watercolor... the beds were all super comfortable which is so important to me! The house has a lot of character and history and was just perfect for our family. We really enjoyed the pool and the outside eating area with the lights at night... and the location is perfect! So close to a great beach, and walking to downtown area. Loved it!
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by Traveler
We stayed with our 3 young boys at the house over Feb school break. We had a wonderful time! The house is clean, with a nice beachy decor, nice beds, towels and linens and a terrific pool that my kids really enjoyed! There was a deck with beach views (partially obstructed). It was on a quiet street steps from the beach. My husband and I loved the master suite. Communication was really fast and easy (even when we had a question at 10:30 at night). I really highly recommend Ryan N Crystal's place and if we are back in St. Simon's, we will certainly be back!
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by Traveler
Very enjoyable stay...great location
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by Traveler
WatercolorSSI was a perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of St. Simons Island. You can just leave your car in the driveway and walk to the beach and village. This home is perfect for family outings. Four bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms are a plus. The biggest plus is the heated pool which everyone enjoyed. The home has a nice beach house decor and was clean and had plenty of linens etc. Thank you Ryan and Crystal for finding a perfect place on the island.
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by Traveler
Ryan N Crystal's place was fantastic - I would stay there again in a heartbeat. Clean and spacious, the house fit our group of eight with no problem, both in the sleeping and the socializing areas. Ryan was responsive to our requests and always reached out to remind us when / where to go if we had to pick up the keys or gather our belongings before checkout. The beach is super accessible, just a two minute walk away, and the porch has some nice views of the ocean and surrounding sleepy neighborhood. We didn't spend much time by the pool, but we did eat breakfast in the multiple outside seating areas, including the front porch, the side deck off the second floor, and the dedicated dining area outside of the living room. Overall, we had a great stay. The twin bedroom upstairs can get a bit light and warm early in the morning, so be sure to set the ecobee and perhaps bring a sleeping mask if you prefer to sleep in. Other than that, our stay was without blemish and exactly what we were hoping for. Looking forward to staying at Ryan N Crystal's in the future!
Convenient and nice!
by Natalia
The beach house was as described with all of the advertised amenities: the private pool, across the street from the beach, pet friendly, multiple bedrooms and bathrooms. We could tell the property was freshly cleaned as the bathrooms still smelled of bleach when we checked in. We definitely enjoyed the patio area where we had our breakfast outside, and the pool had some much needed shade in the early morning and afternoon from a tree in the back yard. Pool was clean and well-maintained and was enjoyed by everyone in the family.
Great Family Stay
by Kristin
We had a great time staying at Watercolors. The location was great for the beach! The pool was wonderful and had a lot of shade during the day which was great for the kids.
Great Beach Get-Away!!!
by Anonymous
We had a great time at this island get-away! The house was clean, comfy and equipped with all the amenities, cable, Wi-Fi, grill and a HEATED POOL! We visited with our teenage kids and our friends and their teenage daughter. There was plenty to do in the area, beaches, ice cream, shopping and sight seeing. The location was excellent, a quiet location yet close to everything. No one wanted to leave. We hope to return hear again.
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by Laura
Comfortable beds! Would have loved a few more towels, but overall a wonderful beach retreat for a great price.
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by Josh
Great location . Perfect for families. Pool lights were fun for the kids! Comfortable new master suite. Would rent again. Basically on the beach and a 10 min walk to Pier Village.
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by Traveler
Perfect location! House was spotless and the outdoor space was great. The host Ryan was quick to respond and a pleasure to deal with.
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by Traveler
Fantastic location and Ryan is a great host!
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by Traveler
This house offers amazing value for money in Jan/Feb. Walking distance or a very short drive from many great restaurants. We used the house to disconnect for a week and eat, exercise and walk the beach. I highly recommend this property. Craig Beal
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by Traveler
Our stay at the Watercolor House was amazing! The house is a bit older but it has been recently redone so all the furniture was nice and new and all walls painted, etc. We loved being so close to the beach. The house has plenty of room for many people. The pool area outside was great. It is close to everything on St Simons. We can't recommend this house enough!
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by Traveler
This is a place to make memories. If you are looking for a family vacation rental, here it is. Steps to the beach, short walk to town and great dining. Plus a short drive to the market. Ryan is a gem of a host.
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by Gail
We rented the airbandb for a family girls trip. Hurricane Dorian almost ruined this trip but we got very lucky and were able enjoy this place and St. Simon Island. It is a very cool, older beach house that has been renovated to include modern amenities plus it is in a great location! We would definitely like to stay here again if we make it back to the Island
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by Madison
I couldn't have asked for a better place to stay! We rented the place for a girls weekend and it was perfect! The beach was SO CLOSE! We ran you the door every morning to watch the most beautiful sunrises! The pool was also the perfect way to spend a relaxing afternoon! Would definitely recommend staying at Watercolor to anyone and everyone!
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by David
This was a perfect location for our recent trip to SSI. It is truly steps from the beach. So close that it was very easy to take a quick retreat to the house for snack or bathroom break. The house was perfect for our 9 guests. The pool was a welcome amenity to cool off in the afternoon after beach time. The pier, lighthouse and restaurants were just a few blocks away and reached by a very short drive. We would definitely return and would highly recommend to friends and family.
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by Christine
Cute beach house with perfect location. We had one after hours question and Ryan was very responsive and helpful.
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by Matt
Steps from the beach, private pool. Easy check in.
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by Kristi
Unbeatable location! Beach access was super close and so easy! Also, the private pool was a wonderful amenity! Our family enjoyed playing in it between storms and in the evenings after coming in from the beach. Definitely a huge plus with kids! Ryan was a wonderful host who went above and beyond to make our stay great! He answered all of my questions promptly both before and after the trip and even had items shipped to the house before we arrived to make sure we had everything we needed! His crew responded promptly to anything we needed while we were there and were very friendly. I would highly recommend staying at Watercolor!
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by Nicole
Great house and excellent location!!! Ryan has made a lot of upgrades to the house. Master suite is beautiful! My family loved the pool and being steps from the beach! Ryan called to check on us which was really nice.
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by Bob
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Being so close to the beach allowed us to take sunrise and sunset walks, the pool is wonderful, the yard is great for grilling, and the upper deck has a nice view. We were 9 in the house and it was comfortable. The house could use a little TLC, but I think Ryan is working on that. Ryan was very friendly and responsive.
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by Traveler
Location was perfect! Couple days were suspect with weather so it made it convenient to get back inside if rain was approaching. Pool was bigger than the pictures lead you to believe. Family had a great time!
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by Traveler
If you are looking for a short walk to the beach, with easy access, this house is in the perfect location. It's also very convenient to the pier and restaurants. The private pool is a nice size and shaded in the late afternoon - just what we wanted.
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by Traveler
Everything was so nice and relaxing!
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by Traveler
A beautiful beach house on a quiet street and really close to the shore - just as advertised. The pool and backyard patio area were spectacular! The beach was never crowed (our visit was in early August) and was wide with soft sand. Low tide goes way out, and we had fun exploring the exposed sand bars and finding creatures along the way. The view from the upstairs deck is amazing, especially during a clear night where you can see countless stars. St. Simons has everything you would need (and not overpriced) and we found no reason to leave except to explore neighboring Jekyll Island. Ryan was a very responsive and helpful host! Overall we had a wonderful experience!
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by Traveler
Perfect place for larger family gathering, great location to beach and walking distance to little village with shops and restaurant. Wonderful master suite with large spa like bathroom - a private getaway from all the other family. Wonderful pool and outdoor covered seating area for late night talks or bbq. Bring paper products like plates, napkins, coffee filters and paper towels. Plenty of dishes and kitchen supplies if needed. We loved our stay and would definitely stay here again.
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by Traveler
Great area! Very close the beach! We walked to dinner and home. Felt very safe! Lots of great shopping within walking distance also! The pool is great when you need a break from the beach. During our girls's weekend, while discussing our stay, we all agreed that St. Simons is without a doubt the best island!
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by Traveler
This place was a wonderful retreat and so so close to the beach! We absolutely loved being able to take our morning coffee right out to the water and the decor in the house was very cute. The house has everything you need to have a perfect beach getaway.
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by Kristi
This was our second ladies weekend at Ryan's beach house. We just love it there! Quaint and cozy, yet perfect amount of space for everyone. So close to the beach we could walk back and forth all day. The pool and the beautiful oak tree in the back yard were an added bonus! We also enjoyed walking the short distance to bars and restaurants. Can't wait to go back!
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by Grace
Loved this house! The pool is beautiful and it is so close to the beach.
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by Jean
This was both homey and elegant and close to everything! We had a wonderful long weekend.
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by Traveler
Ryan was a very attentive and helpful host. Even in the midst of the weather circumstances, Ryan was willing to provide options for us beyond what was allowed. His patience through the process was excellent! I truly understand his status as "super host".
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by Traveler
This was a nice, clean older style cottage that was a short walk to the ocean. It was very convenient! There were little fixes here and there to the house that would have improved our stay. However we thoroughly enjoyed our time there.
Fantastic as always!!!
by Brandon
This was the 3rd time my family has stayed here for summer vacation and we absolutely loved it yet again! The house is the perfect size for my large family and the proximity to the beach is hard to beat. Having young children that can walk unaccompanied back and forth from the beach house to the beach is priceless. And the pool is great for the kids at night. Love this house and plan on staying for many more summers to come!
Great stay
by Kenneth L.
We really enjoyed the glorious week we had
Great Time in St. Simons!
by Amy F.
Watercolor was great and Ryan was awesome to work with! Great location and many amenities!!! If we ever make the truck back down from Jersey we would love to stay at Watercolor again! The house looked exactly as pictured and there are beautiful upgrades mixed with original charm.
Family Vacation 2019
by Ginger B.
My family loved our vacation on Saint Simon’s Island. Watercolor’s location was very convenient to the beach, restaurants, and shopping. The house had a great beach cottage look and was large enough for my family. The pool was a good size for all ages. I highly recommend Watercolor!
Close to easy beach access and a pool!
by Marsha L.
Comfortable rental and a great location! Very short walk to beach with easy access. One of our party has mobility issues but getting on the beach was no problem. Beautiful, clean pool. Property is well equipped and property manager was responsive and most helpful with a few minor issues and the property owner followed up. Close proximity to the village and pier area. Relaxing & Enjoyable!
St simons
by Bethany O.
Beautiful older beach house in the perfect location one row back. Super short walk to the beach just across the street and around one driveway and around a quarter mile to town makes everything walkable which is what we did once we parked at the property we walked everywhere. Backyard/pool area was wonderful and in warmer weather would have been a great place to swim and sun but was a great place for afternoon drinks in the chillier December weather. Only drawback is a small kitchen/cooking space so if you are bringing folks who like to cook together and hang in the kitchen it is a tight space. Other than that perfect for us. One small issue but the property manager was super responsive and got right on it.
Loved Watercolor!
by Karen C.
We will definitely return to Watercolor soon! From the location a few steps from the beach to the convenience of having a private pool at the back door, this cottage was a great place to relax and unwind. We loved the charm of this house built in the 1930s, and appreciated the modern conveniences you have added. This is the kind of place where one could easily retreat and write a book, or bring the family and friends to make a bunch of beachy moments. (We rode bicycles until the dark finally forced us home, chased crabs on the beach, ate our meals by the pool – fun stuff.) The customer service was prompt and personal. You made us feel like guests in your home and you wanted us to have a good time. SSI was such an inviting setting. It has become our “happy place†and holds many sweet memories for us. We will be back to Watercolor often.
Charming, comfortable beach home in great location
by Shanda V.
We found Watercolor to be even better than we expected. Our top priorities for a beach rental include proximity to the beach, comfortable beds, cleanliness, and good air conditioning. Watercolor had all of those things, and was also extremely charming, beautifully decorated, and close to the village. The house is definitely historic, but everything is up to date, so it's the perfect mix. We were all easily able to ride our bikes to restaurants and down to the pier and Neptune Park. Our 7 year old enjoyed riding over to Moo Cow Ice Cream (which we did multiple times). The beach access was right near the house, and the beach was not crowded at all. The kids loved the pool and the bunk beds! The owners are so pleasant and easy to work with. We are looking forward to returning to Watercolor again!
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by Janie H.
I forgot to mention that this owner is very accommodating and a pleasure to work with.
Cozy, quiet, and wonderful
by Holly W.
We loved "Watercolor"-- the perfect name for this quaint beach home. The description of being 156 steps is right on. We loved the proximity to the beach and couldn't believe how private it was. We oftentimes had the whole beach to ourselves. The pool at the house was wonderful! A saving grace on our hot August vacation days. The temperature was always perfect in the pool. The master bedroom was gorgeous! Upstairs bedrooms got a little warm though and couldn't compare to the master, but we had plenty of space and the kids loved both kids rooms. We had some issues with the Wi-fi cutting in and out, but upon calling the management company it was reset promptly for us each time. The owners did a really great job making this feel like home for anyone lucky enough to rent it.
Georgia Bound
by Shelly B.
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Staying at the house was absolutely the most perfect way to spend our family vacation! The house was perfect and fit all of our needs and the proximity to the beach was the icing on the cake.
St. Simons
by Gail H.
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time. The pool was awesome. Will definitely stay here again. The house was big enough for our family of 9. Quaint and comfortable. Walking distance to rhe beach and downtown.
Great SSI Getaway
by Anonymous
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: great house and perfect location. Exactly as described. Well appointed - would rent this home again.
Watercolors Rental on SSI
by Anonymous
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A wonderful rental home with beautiful decorative touches. We were very comfortable in this home. It had everything we needed. It was also super close to the beach...there in 5 seconds!
Great Beach Get-Away!!!
by Jason J.
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time at this island get-away! The house was clean, very roomy, comfy and equipped with all the amenities; cable, Wi-Fi, grill and a HEATED POOL! We visited with our teenage kids and our friends and their teenage daughter. There was plenty to do in the area, beaches, great restaurants, ice cream, shopping and sight seeing. The location was excellent, a quiet location yet close to everything. The beach was right out the front door. No one wanted to leave. We hope to return here again.
Property That Has Everything a Family Could Want or Need and MORE!
by Charlene P.
From the moment we crossed the threshold of Watercolor vacation rental property, our family fell instantly in love and felt the stress melt away. In short, we felt at home. It was so obvious the owners took great thought in every aspect of what a family would want and need and took great pride in making it a peaceful and tranquil getaway. Every room is beautifully decorated with the most updated and tasteful colors and decor. Our family of 6 had plenty of room to spread out, yet feel intimate when we would come together for meals in the dining room or out on the patio, hang out in the family room or gather by the pool. We loved that we could walk to the beach and didn't have to pack everything up and drive. If we forgot something or if someone wanted to go back to the house, they simply walked a few steps. With the exception of folks casually walking the beach at low tide, this section of exquisite beach felt completely private to us. Our family enjoyed riding bicycles around the quaint town of Saint Simons (yes, there were bikes provided for everyone in our family- parents and kids alike!), walking to the local ice cream parlor and shopping and dining out in the village. Afterwards, we enjoyed swimming all evening in the private pool which lit up with gemstone colors at night. These owners thought of everything a family could want or need for their stay: plenty of fresh towels and linens, washer/dryer, modern cookware and dishes, a gas stove, dishwasher and large refrigerator (all brand new, stainless steel), an outdoor grill, high-speed internet, and flat-screen TV's with cable television viewing. All seven beds were extremely comfortable for every member- especially the California King European-style platform bed with memory foam mattress in the master suite. Everyone had an incredible rest for the week and our family came away feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and most importantly- reconnected! Thanks to the careful attention to detail the owners provided, Watercolors was the little slice of beach heaven our family was looking for and owners Ryan and Crystal were extremely gracious and kind. They answered any questions we had and checked to make sure our family had everything we needed. We've stayed at other beach properties before, but none compare to amenities and overall pleasant experience of this one. If your family is looking for a perfect and private getaway with no worries of what you'll need away from home, this is it!