Oceanfront cottage with view, balconies & shared pools, walk to parks
About this cottage rental
Bell Ringer Cottage Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' Enjoy a memorable beach vacation experience when you visit Bell Ringer Cottage in the exclusive Coast Cottage community. Just steps from the beach, this home features 2000 square feet of porches, decks, and private balconies. Climb to the rooftop for stunning views, or relax in the community pools. This multi-story home offers an elevator, well-appointed kitchen and a relaxing Jacuzzi tub in the master suite. What’s nearby: There will never be a dull moment when you visit Bell Ringer Cottage. You’re in the heart of St. Simons activities, many of which are just a short walk or bike ride away. Enjoy family-friendly Neptune Parks for picnics and playground time. In addition to shopping and dining, you’ll find golfing, museums and art galleries too! The St. Simons lighthouse is a must do. Things to know: Free WiFi The pool can be heated upon request! 72 hours notification is required and a pool heat fee of $40 plus tax per day must be paid prior to check-in. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles. 3 days notification is required in order to heat the pool. A fee of USD 40 per day must be paid prior to check-in to purchase pool heat for your stay. Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page. Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. County permit number: 126824
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
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Reasons to book
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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Reviews
4.2/5.0
Excellent(47 Reviews)
10.0
Awesome house with everything we needed and then some!
4.0
Pictures don't do this home justice. It was absolutely beautiful and great location.
4.0
Property was adequate but definitely needs updating. Appliances were old and struggling. Patio furniture was lacking…2 tables with no tops, broken umbrellas. Needs overall painting. Lamps broken, burned out lightbulbs. Elevator worked but light didn’t so we couldn’t use it. No broom. Developed 2 significant leaks from rain in master and first floor bedroom. We spent an entire day dealing with wet towels and emptying bowls and pans from the leaks. Reported the leaks immediately and NO ONE ever called or came out to help us the entire week. I had to initiate every communication with Vacasa to no avail. After much complaining they agreed to refund one days rent which I still haven’t received. Our stay was the week of Sept 23 and this is Nov 9! We like Coast Cottages but will never rent thru Vacasa again! Renters Beware….
4.0
The overall house experience, with plenty of space, multiple outside decks, 360° rooftop view, huge pile of clean beach towels, closet full of beach chairs and toys in good working order, adjacent (included) swimming pool, private boardwalk to the beach, plenty of parking, just ADD family and friends!
5.0
The home is beautiful! It looked very clean. Every room has its own bathroom. The convenience of provided towels, washcloths, and linens was a plus. Two washers and dryers were also great. There were 4 laundry tabs provided for each washer, which was perfect for our 4 night stay. (I forgot my detergent). My husband and I had the third floor suite. It had its own little dorm size fridge and sink in the bedroom. The bathroom was immaculate. It had 2 vanities, (3 sinks)huge corner tiled shower, and big jacuzzi tub. The toilet is in a separate little room beside bathroom…perfect! The house has balconies with plenty of seating on every level. Plenty of beach towels were readily available on a shelf when you exit for a day at the beach. The kitchen is well equipped.
The private access to pool (ONE OF THE POOLS IS CLOSED with what seems to be a pretty big repair) and beach was great. The beach didn’t seem crowded at all.
There are a couple of issues that need to be addressed. The freezer drawer was a little tricky to open and the ice maker didn’t consistently make ice. We had to make sure the refrigerator door was completely pushed closed or it wouldn’t seal and close properly. The extra ice maker on the other counter didn’t work…not a deal breaker, just would’ve been nice to have that ice to fill cooler for beach.
A tile in the upstairs suite bathroom is broken in front of the shower and is loose.(Just a little note to owners for safety purposes)
Overall…beautiful home!
2.0
Positives
Location - easy access to the beach and downtown. We enjoyed being able to walk directly to the beach and pool. Plenty of sidewalks for walking/biking.
Two washer/dryer combos - we were able to easily keep up with laundry for 9 people throughout our stay.
House was large. We had 9 people in the home and had plenty of room to spread out.
Negatives -
House is in desperate need of updating. The freezer attached to the refrigerator was stuck upon arrival. We had to to use major force to open the freezer, fearful we would break it. We had arrived on Saturday and it took until Tuesday until someone was able to come repair it.
Furniture - the upholstered chairs used for dining are stained and filthy as were the white sofas. They could use a deep cleaning or replacing with something more durable.
Deck furniture was filthy and there was a broken table.
So much wear and tear on the walls, wood furniture, cabinets, etc. Just seems like the house hasn’t seen any TLC in quite sometime.
However, St. Simons is a beautiful beach with plenty to do. We enjoyed the area very much.
1.0
The house was ok. Definitely needed improvements. Vents were filthy with dust. Back outdoor deck and roof deck were unusable. Master bed in upstairs bedrooms was awful - mattress was saggy and our friends slept horribly each night. Definitely not oceanfront. Front outdoor deck was nice. Kitchen was well stocked. But my biggest disappointment is the management service. My daughter left her orthodontic retainers by accident and I contacted Vacasa immediately. I had to pay $32 to send someone to look for the retainers. They found them after 4 days and said they would mail them to me. They continually promised that they would mail them to me and they never did. So now in addition to the 6k I paid for this house and the $32 I paid for someone to locate our missing items, I have to pay $500 for new retainers since no one on the Vacasa management team is capable of putting 2 retainer cases in the mail. What a joke. I will NEVER rent with Vacasa again.
4.0
Everything you could ask for ,clean, with plenty of room. And the location is perfect for the beach or to the village. Looking forward to another stay soon.
5.0
We had a wonderful week at the beach. This cottage has everything you would need for a weeks vacation. We loved that it just a short walk to the beach. Thank you for a relaxing trip.
10.0
We have been renting summer vacation homes for years and this one has everything! Well equipped kitchen including 2 ovens, separate ice maker, Drip
Coffee maker, Keurig and crock pot and all the dishware and cookware to feed a crowd. Private bathrooms in every room. 2 washer/dryers! Spacious owner’s suite. Patios and decks on every level and even an ELEVATOR! You will want for nothing from Bellringer. The house even provided plenty beach towels and beach toys. You can’t beat this location on st. Simons!!!!
Everything is in working order but the kitchen faucet is loose and drips and the master shower faucet is loose- could use repair. The toilets also run too often.
The house across the street is under construction. The work was loud and the crew smoked constantly. It made time on the front deck less enjoyable.
But this house still gets 5 STARS.
10.0
If you are looking for an upscale venue on St. Simons, the Bell Ringer is an exceptional choice. The Bell Ringer exceeded expectations / which is rare . Have stayed at multiple properties on St. Simons over the last 50 years and this is our favorite. Clean / well appointed with a great floor plan. And the balconies / on all floors to include the roof via a spiral staircase. Great / relaxing views. Close to the 2 swimming pools / beach. Would definitely consider for future stays as time allows.
5.0
We have been renting summer vacation homes for years and this one has everything! Well equipped kitchen including 2 ovens, separate ice maker, Drip
Coffee maker, Keurig and crock pot and all the dishware and cookware to feed a crowd. Private bathrooms in every room. 2 washer/dryers! Spacious owner’s suite. Patios and decks on every level and even an ELEVATOR! You will want for nothing from Bellringer. The house even provided plenty beach towels and beach toys. You can’t beat this location on st. Simons!!!!
Everything is in working order but the kitchen faucet is loose and drips and the master shower faucet is loose- could use repair. The toilets also run too often.
The house across the street is under construction. The work was loud and the crew smoked constantly. It made time on the front deck less enjoyable.
But this house still gets 5 STARS.
5.0
If you are looking for an upscale venue on St. Simons, the Bell Ringer is an exceptional choice. The Bell Ringer exceeded expectations / which is rare . Have stayed at multiple properties on St. Simons over the last 50 years and this is our favorite. Clean / well appointed with a great floor plan. And the balconies / on all floors to include the roof via a spiral staircase. Great / relaxing views. Close to the 2 swimming pools / beach. Would definitely consider for future stays as time allows.
5.0
The location is wonderful. The view of the horizon and beautiful oool area gives the feel of being right on the.ocean. The rooftop view is almost panoramic. The home is beautiful, clean, with excellent floor plan. We look forward to our next visit.
5.0
Bellringer Cottage is a WIN
The location is wonderful. The view of the horizon and beautiful oool area gives the feel of being right on the.ocean. The rooftop view is almost panoramic. The home is beautiful, clean, with excellent floor plan. We look forward to our next visit.
5.0
My husband, toddler, and parents stayed in the home and it was wonderful. The house was clean, well-kept, and well-stacked. The access to the pool and beach were wonderful and easy to walk to (even for our 2 year old!) We felt very comfortable and would highly recommend a stay there.
5.0
Wonderful home
My husband, toddler, and parents stayed in the home and it was wonderful. The house was clean, well-kept, and well-stacked. The access to the pool and beach were wonderful and easy to walk to (even for our 2 year old!) We felt very comfortable and would highly recommend a stay there.
4.0
The house was beautiful and was very spacious with awesome amenities. The only complaint that we had was the musty smell that welcomed us upon arrival. I imagine the house had been closed up for a while, so we opened doors and let the house air out. That really did help a lot. We live near the coast as well, so we understand that there will be wear and tear on a beach house. We loved our stay and would definitely book this house again. We did not use the elevator while staying because we receiived a message stating that the phone system in the elevator was not working. It's close to the beach and we loved that the development was so small and cozy...1 road in and 1 road out. Would really love to take our grandchildren back for a beach weekend.
4.0
Weekend get away
The house was beautiful and was very spacious with awesome amenities. The only complaint that we had was the musty smell that welcomed us upon arrival. I imagine the house had been closed up for a while, so we opened doors and let the house air out. That really did help a lot. We live near the coast as well, so we understand that there will be wear and tear on a beach house. We loved our stay and would definitely book this house again. We did not use the elevator while staying because we receiived a message stating that the phone system in the elevator was not working. It's close to the beach and we loved that the development was so small and cozy...1 road in and 1 road out. Would really love to take our grandchildren back for a beach weekend.
5.0
Great location with cool amenities.
5.0
Fun beach stay
Great location with cool amenities.
5.0
Great
2.0
This place is in a great location, I'll give it that.. but its worn. Weekly, daily rentals has this home needing some TLC. The bedding, the beds, the furniture, the kitchen ... all worn. The cooktop couldn't boil water so the management company brought in temporary burners to assist. Looks like a leaky roof or door somewhere as there is a hardwood mold spot at the patio door. I can easily see how this would be a great house, it just needs some work to make it a great place to rent.
5.0
Great for a group
Great
2.0
Great location but worn out
This place is in a great location, I'll give it that.. but its worn. Weekly, daily rentals has this home needing some TLC. The bedding, the beds, the furniture, the kitchen ... all worn. The cooktop couldn't boil water so the management company brought in temporary burners to assist. Looks like a leaky roof or door somewhere as there is a hardwood mold spot at the patio door. I can easily see how this would be a great house, it just needs some work to make it a great place to rent.
4.0
Great weekend at Bell Ringer Cottage at St. Simons. This is our annual girls trip and we love having the extra room this year. Lots of little things in the house need repair and the upstairs AC unit has to be replaced yesterday. Couple of rough nights at 80 degrees but it was the beach and VACASA was incredibly responsive to the issues. We will definitely be back!
4.0
Girls Weekend 2021
Great weekend at Bell Ringer Cottage at St. Simons. This is our annual girls trip and we love having the extra room this year. Lots of little things in the house need repair and the upstairs AC unit has to be replaced yesterday. Couple of rough nights at 80 degrees but it was the beach and VACASA was incredibly responsive to the issues. We will definitely be back!
4.0
Great Location to the Beach! Very private! Home needed some maintenance but good floorplan.
4.0
Coastal Cottages
Great Location to the Beach! Very private! Home needed some maintenance but good floorplan.
4.0
This house was a perfect size for 4 adult and 4 kids. Plenty of space- layout was great. Kids all said the house was awesome! As adults we did notice many things in need of fixing or updating probably due to heavy rental use. It is a well lived in house, but it did not subtract from our great time in SSI. The proximity to the beach and pool was great with kids. Everyone on the street (all renters likely) were polite and respectful. Great family atmosphere. Would stay here again!
4.0
Great location. Easy Beachin’
This house was a perfect size for 4 adult and 4 kids. Plenty of space- layout was great. Kids all said the house was awesome! As adults we did notice many things in need of fixing or updating probably due to heavy rental use. It is a well lived in house, but it did not subtract from our great time in SSI. The proximity to the beach and pool was great with kids. Everyone on the street (all renters likely) were polite and respectful. Great family atmosphere. Would stay here again!
4.0
Overall a great layout for the house. It was very convenient to have the elevator as well for elderly family. Could use a little updating of some of the items in cleaning of others but overall a decent place.
4.0
Nice house and layout
Overall a great layout for the house. It was very convenient to have the elevator as well for elderly family. Could use a little updating of some of the items in cleaning of others but overall a decent place.
4.0
We enjoyed the house, beach and area. The house worked well for our family. We are fairly low maintenance so no complaints about the house or the distance from the beach. The beach and weather was very nice during our week.
4.0
Great week at St. Simons
We enjoyed the house, beach and area. The house worked well for our family. We are fairly low maintenance so no complaints about the house or the distance from the beach. The beach and weather was very nice during our week.
5.0
The property for its value is amazing. Based on other reviews I was surprised at how great the house was - it’s a perfect spot on the island that’s 3-5 minutes from all the main restaurants and has great pool and beach access. We stayed with 7 of us including 2 infants and it was perfect for everyone to have their own space. We would come back for sure!
5.0
Great Location - Perfect House for a big family vacation
The property for its value is amazing. Based on other reviews I was surprised at how great the house was - it’s a perfect spot on the island that’s 3-5 minutes from all the main restaurants and has great pool and beach access. We stayed with 7 of us including 2 infants and it was perfect for everyone to have their own space. We would come back for sure!
3.0
This property has a wonderful location near the beach. Unfortunately, the home is well worn and desperately in need of general maintenance and improvements. Guests will find mold in the showers as well as on the bathroom walls. Outside decks, chairs and tables were dirty upon our arrival. Linens, cushions and carpets are very worn and stained. The local property manager is great; however, he is simply dealing with a house that has been turned into a “true rental“.
3.0
Great Location but Needs a lot of TLC.
This property has a wonderful location near the beach. Unfortunately, the home is well worn and desperately in need of general maintenance and improvements. Guests will find mold in the showers as well as on the bathroom walls. Outside decks, chairs and tables were dirty upon our arrival. Linens, cushions and carpets are very worn and stained. The local property manager is great; however, he is simply dealing with a house that has been turned into a “true rental“.
4.0
Long weekend getaway
The house was spacious & in a great location. Kids enjoyed the heated pool & easy beach access. A few things in the house could be upgraded (bed pillows for example) but nothing that would keep us from renting this home again. Property manager was very responsive to any questions we had while staying there.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Saint Simons Island?
The average price for a rental in Saint Simons Island is $309 per night. This rental is $59 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Oceanfront cottage with view, balconies & shared pools, walk to parks. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Oceanfront cottage with view, balconies & shared pools, walk to parks. Enjoy the water!
Is Oceanfront cottage with view, balconies & shared pools, walk to parks pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Oceanfront cottage with view, balconies & shared pools, walk to parks?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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