Escape to Rooney Cottage, a charming St. Simons Island vacation rental located less than a block from one of the island's most popular beach access points. With the beach just steps away and The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort, St. Simons Island Pier, Pier Village, local restaurants, shops, and attractions all within easy reach, Rooney Cottage is an ideal coastal getaway for families, couples, friends, and small groups.

Spend your days enjoying the sand and sunshine at East Beach, biking along the island, fishing from the pier, exploring Pier Village, or relaxing on the front porch swing with the coastal breeze. With comfortable indoor spaces, a private outdoor shower, a back deck, and an optional guest cottage, Rooney Cottage makes it easy to enjoy a classic St. Simons Island beach vacation.

🏖️ Steps from the Beach & Close to Everything
Location is one of Rooney Cottage's biggest advantages. You're less than a block from beach access and within walking distance of many of the area's favorite restaurants and attractions.

Enjoy convenient access to:
East Beach
St. Simons Island Pier and fishing
Pier Village shops and restaurants
The King and Prince
Echo
Crab Daddy's
The Crab Trap
Barrier Island Brewery
Fiddler's Seafood Restaurant
Biking and outdoor activities throughout St. Simons Island

Whether you want a relaxing beach escape or an action-packed island adventure, Rooney Cottage puts you close to the best things to do on St. Simons Island, Georgia.

🏡 Comfortable Coastal Living
This charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath St. Simons Island vacation home is designed for relaxed coastal living. The eat-in kitchen and separate dining room offer plenty of space for morning coffee, quick lunches between beach outings, or family dinners at home. After a day in the sun, rinse off in the partially enclosed outdoor shower, then settle into the front porch swing or unwind on the back deck while enjoying the island breeze.

Sleeping Arrangements — Main House Sleeps Up to 6
Primary Bedroom: King bed with en suite bathroom and walk-in shower
Second Bedroom: Two double beds
Hall Bathroom: Shower/tub combination

Living Room: TV
Both Bedrooms: TVs

Need Extra Space?🏠 Optional Guest Cottage — Sleeps Up to 4
Traveling with extended family or friends? Add Rooney Cottage's separate guest cottage for extra space and privacy.
The guest cottage includes:
King bed
Two twin beds
Full bathroom with shower/tub combination
Living area with TV
Kitchenette

The guest cottage is available as an add-on to the main house. Please contact us by phone or email to add the guest cottage to your reservation. Additional fees apply.
Please note: Online pricing reflects the main house only.

🐾 Pet-Friendly St. Simons Island Vacation Rental
Rooney Cottage is pet friendly and allows 1 dog with a $150 pet fee.
Dogs are not permitted on the furniture.

🚲 Beach Gear Credit Included!
Covenant Property Management has proudly partnered with VayKLife to provide a complimentary beach gear credit with your stay.
Book a participating Covenant vacation rental for 2–14 nights, arriving between March 1 and October 31, and enjoy a daily beach gear credit that can be redeemed for options such as:
Beach chairs
Beach umbrellas
Bicycles
Tandem kayaks
Stand-up paddleboards
Beach carts
Coolers
Cornhole boards
And more
Your selected gear can be delivered directly to your vacation rental, making your St. Simons Island beach vacation even easier. 🌴

🍂 Fall, Winter & Extended Stays
St. Simons Island is more than a summer beach destination. Rooney Cottage is also a wonderful choice for a fall getaway, winter escape, extended stay, or snowbird vacation.
Enjoy quieter beaches, mild coastal weather, local dining, biking, fishing, historic sites, and the relaxed pace of island life without the peak-summer crowds.
For guests looking for a longer coastal stay, Rooney Cottage offers an inviting home base for extended vacations on St. Simons Island, seasonal escapes, and winter stays. Whether you're planning a fall weekend, a winter retreat, or a longer snowbird stay in Georgia, you'll be close to the beach, restaurants, shopping, and island activities.

🚗 Parking & Important Fees
Parking for 2 vehicles
1 dog allowed with a $150 pet fee
A $50 non-refundable damage fee is due at the time of booking
A $100 non-refundable reservation fee applies to all reservations and is not refundable in the event of cancellation

Accommodation Excise Tax Certificate: STMA-13

📍 Your St. Simons Island Escape Starts Here
From morning walks on the beach to evenings on the porch, Rooney Cottage offers the ideal combination of location, comfort, and classic coastal charm.
Stay steps from the sand, walk to the pier and Pier Village, enjoy nearby restaurants, bring your dog, and make the most of your time on one of Georgia's most beloved Golden Isles destinations.
Whether you're planning a St. Simons Island family vacation, romantic beach getaway, fall escape, winter retreat, extended stay, or snowbird vacation, Rooney Cottage gives you an easy and comfortable home base near the beach.
Book Rooney Cottage and experience St. Simons Island from a location that puts the beach, pier, dining, and island attractions right at your doorstep. 🌊☀️