BRAND NEW RENTAL!
Welcome to Mary’s Porch, a stunning new vacation rental on Saint Simons Island, GA, where comfort and style meet coastal charm. Nestled conveniently close to Mallery Park (with tennis, pickle ball, and basketball courts, as well as baseball field and playground), the Pier Village, and our beautiful SSI beaches, this new, professionally-decorated home promises an unforgettable stay.
The spacious living areas are designed for relaxation and entertainment, featuring two cozy seating arrangements perfect for family gatherings or evening chats.
This 5 bed, 3.5 bath retreat accommodates guests with comfort and privacy in mind. There are two bedrooms on the main floor and three bedrooms on the second floor. Three of the bedrooms are equipped with smart TVs, allowing you the opportunity to unwind after a day of adventure. *Fifth bedroom pictures coming soon, brand new renovation*
The large, well-equipped kitchen is a chef's delight and includes modern appliances and ample space for preparing delicious meals. Enjoy your morning coffee at the breakfast bar before heading out for a day of exploring the island's attractions.
For entertainment, the gathering areas offer a variety of activities to keep the fun going! A mini foosball table, mini pool table, and mini ping pong table provide hours of friendly competition and laughter. There are also tennis courts and pickleball courts close-by!
Conveniently located, this home offers easy access to all Saint Simons has to offer… only 0.4 miles (2 min walk) to the Pier Village,1.2 miles (4 mins) from King & Prince Beach and 1.8 miles (5 mins) to East Beach and Coast Guard Beach! With its amazing location and family-friendly amenities, Mary’s Porch is sure to provide an unforgettable experience.
*pack n' play is available for guest use*
Pets / Parking: This property is pet friendly by inquiry ONLY. There is parking space for 5 cars.
Beach Gear Credit Included! Covenant has proudly partnered with a beach gear delivery service, VayKLife, to add even more value for our guests. Book a participating Covenant vacation rental with a length of stay between 3-14 nights, arriving between March 1st and October 31st, and you’ll receive an exclusive beach gear credit! Redeem your daily credit for items including beach chairs, beach umbrellas, bicycles, tandem kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, beach carts, coolers, cornhole boards, and more - the choice is yours!
Please Note: A $50 non-refundable damage fee is due at the time of booking. A $100 non-refundable reservation fee is applied to all reservations and is not refundable in the event of a cancellation.
~ ~ ~A Special Story about Mary's Porch~ ~ ~
In the early 1980s, Mary bought an old beach house with a welcoming porch. It was next to the old native burial ground, near the village, on the corner of May Joe and Oak. It was her stake. Even with its rich history, St. Simons was still a bit sleepy then. This was before the new bridge brought more active development. For nearly twenty years, Mary rented her little house to a local school teacher named Wanda. When Wanda retired and left St. Simons, Mary and her husband Roger planned their move. She imagined a new house to honor the welcoming porch of the old one. She preserved the front door and its creaky screen, and used foundation bricks to lay a walk to the street.
Around the time the new house was being built, George Dawes Green, a successful novelist living in New York City, publicly reminisced about his upbringing on St. Simons. He spoke of
gatherings on the porch at Wanda's place—and the moths that gathered round the light. The reminiscing inspired an international movement of storytelling called The Moth (and The Moth Story Hour). The story of those gatherings, and their inspiration for The Moth, is recounted in Emily Esfhani Smith's book, The Power of Meaning (a copy is in the house today, p. 100). The story has inspired us to name a room near the front door to its memory: "The Moth Room." The new porch, still between that old door and the street, remains a place of welcome, gathering, friendship, and peace.
Mary's porch. Wanda's porch. And for a few days, your porch. Enjoy.
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