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Luxury Island Manors You Must Experience with Oceanfront Cottages

By: Brittany Howard

Tybee Island is a coastal paradise that 3,000 wonderful residents call home. Every year, millions of visitors flock to our quaint seaside barrier island to temporarily escape life's hustle and bustle. While some prefer a modest route, others seek the type of island luxury that can be attained with Oceanfront Cottage Rentals.

Take a deep dive into one of the island's most trusted vacation rental companies. Look no further for luxurious accommodations ideal for a large group getaway to Tybee Island.

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59 Captain's View

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59 Captain's View is a breathtaking six-bedroom, four-bathroom home located in North Beach. As you and your guests arrive to park in the spacious four-car brick paved driveway in this quiet community, you'll get a sense that all is right with the world. High ceilings, a gourmet kitchen, beautiful wood trim and traditional decor make it feel like home. Elevator access will take you to each of the home's four floors, including the top floor's oceanview balcony. With two beach crossovers to North Beach, an outdoor shower, gas grill and pool, you and your guests will want for nothing - than more time.


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1. Book a Vacation Rental with Fantastic AmenitiesThere is no shortage of great vacation rentals on Tybee Island. Whether you're looking for a beachfront condo, an idyllic cottage or a luxury home with a private pool, there is a rental that will meet all of your needs. When it comes to finding the right spot for your crew, you can't go wrong with one of these fabulous locally-owned vacation rental companies: Oceanfront Cottage Rentals features a variety of luxury vacation rental homes, including charming cottages and large beach mansions with amenities like private pools, hot tubs, and much more to accommodate your vacation needs. Tybee Vacation Rentals offers a choice of more than 300 fully furnished vacation rental properties, including apartments, condos, cottages and homes of all sizes. These beautiful properties can accommodate up to 22 guests and feature a variety of amenities like private pools, well-stocked kitchens, internet and even pet accommodations. Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals offers a large variety of rental properties on the island, including single-family beach homes, cottages and condos. Their rentals have plenty of amenities to ensure you have everything you need for the perfect home away from home. Beachside Colony Resort is Tybee's only oceanfront resort. It offers one-, two- and three-bedroom condominiums that include fully equipped kitchens, direct beach access, free parking and some of the best views on the island. The resort also boasts a large heated swimming pool and an onsite, oceanfront restaurant. Tybee Island Rentals provides beautiful and affordable vacation condos, beach homes and townhouses for families and groups of all sizes. Many of their rentals also include pet accommodations, pools, beach access and much more. 2. Cruise the Island in a Golf CartRenting a golf cart is a must-do on Tybee Island and Coast to Coast Beach Rentals has plenty of brand-new, customized carts to choose from. Coast to Coast offers four-, six- and eight-seat golf carts as well as Slingshots, and all of their coaches feature remote Bluetooth speakers so you can enjoy your music while you cruise around the island in style.3. Explore by BikeWhat's a beach vacation without a bike? Let the salty air blow through your hair while you cruise the beach on two wheels. Rather than lugging your bikes along, plenty of bike rental companies on the island offer a variety of bikes and accessories and will even deliver and pick up your bikes for you. TIMS Bikes, Beach Gear & Disc Golf offers adult, youth, trikes, tandem and pull-along bikes for hourly or multi-day rentals. Tybee Island Bike Rentals offers comfortable beach cruisers that fit nearly everyone and include a cup holder, basket and lock.4. Grab Last-Minute Necessities at T.S. ChuIf you forgot to pack something for your spring break trip, don't worry, T.S. Chu has your back. Tybee's very own department store, Chu's offers a little bit of everything from beach gear and bathing suits to lightbulbs and cleaning supplies. This unique island shop has almost anything you need, along with some fun island keepsakes to bring home with you.5. Go CampingIn addition to its many hotels, resorts and vacation rentals, Tybee also has great camping options for visitors. Located just a few short blocks from the beach, River's End Campground has more than 100 sites that offer services ranging from total hook-up capacity with water and sewer and free cable to water and electric service only, as well as primitive tent camping sites. The campground also offers budget-friendly cabin rentals and features Tybee Island's largest swimming pool.If you're looking to get closer to nature, however, you can take a short boat trip across the Back River to Little Tybee Island. This uninhabited nature preserve is located just south of Tybee Island and is only accessible by boat. It is a favorite camping spot among locals and visitors alike, thanks to the beautiful views of the marsh, rivers and local wildlife.6. Visit the BeachYou can't come to Tybee and not hit the beach. Spring is a great time to soak up the sun or splash in the waves on one of Tybee's five beautiful beaches. There are plenty of water activities to take advantage of, including kayaking, paddle boarding and jet skiing or you can lounge in the sand and enjoy the sunshine.  7. Take Surf LessonsLearning to surf is a fun activity for every family member and Tybee Surf Lessons offers classes for students of all ages and skill levels. Their private or group two-hour lessons include beach safety and basic surf instruction followed by a personalized water surf coaching experience. No need to bring your board either; Tybee Surf Lessons provides the surfboards and all the gear you need.8. Feed Baby Alligators at The Crab ShackThe Crab Shack is more than just a restaurant, it's a Tybee institution. In addition to indulging in platters of delicious, fresh seafood, you can also walk down to The Crab Shack's gator lagoon and feed the baby gators with special alligator chow. This is one experience your family won't want to miss!9. Take a Beach Ecology Trip with Dr. JoeTybee offers a wide variety of habitats to explore, animals to admire and shells to collect. You can do all this and much more on a Tybee Beach Ecology Trip with marine biologist Dr. Joe Richardson. On each trip, Dr. Joe takes guests through several activities, including beachcombing for animals, exploring tidal pools, collecting live specimens, pulling a beach seine net and examining the fish and other animals that are caught. It is a valuable and fascinating experience for children and adults of all ages.Your family will be satisfied with a fun and relaxing spring break getaway to Tybee. Check out this article for even more great ways to enjoy spring break on the island.  
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Casa Verde is a six-bedroom, five-bathroom, three-story home that prefers you bring your fur baby along. This pet-friendly, free-standing antebellum masterpiece is the next-door neighbor to a local celebrity, the Tybee Island Lighthouse. The home's beautiful landscape and convenient location make it easy to access serene North Beach and the Tybee Island Marine Science Center. Spacious living quarters and soft island decor makes the space bright and airy, beckoning guests to socialize in the large living area. Grill burgers and spend your evenings on the large porches, take a dip in the pool, relax in the hot tub or end your evening watching as the sun sets on the Atlantic on the rooftop oceanview deck.


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7 Palmwood Court

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The ocean is calling at 7 Palmwood Court. This six-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom oceanfront home is inconspicuously located in the private Seashore Colony neighborhood, where no public parking is available. It's a good thing there's private parking for four cars here. Guests can view the home's gorgeous tropical landscape and the Atlantic Ocean from the massive wraparound porch of this two-story home, modernly decorated with muted island decor in spacious quarters. Remote beach access will guide you to North Beach, while Jaycee Park is just one block away from routine morning jogs and leisurely bike riding.


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Heaven by the Sea

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With a name like this, it's no wonder this property is one of their most desired accommodations. Heaven by the Sea is a five-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bathroom, oceanfront private beach house. You'll never want to leave this "glorious" abode with fantastic ocean views from all nine rooms, accessible by the elevator for all three floors. Soft and delicate decor graces the home's ample interior, as well as a media room and fully-equipped gourmet kitchen overlooking an enclosed sunroom with views of the large spillover fountain pool. Spend your days on the beautiful sands at North Beach via your private beach path or at the 2nd Avenue beach crossover. Walk to local Tybee Island restaurants and shops if you can tear away from this ethereal paradise.


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Eisenhower's Retreat

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Eisenhower's Retreat is a National Historic Landmark thanks to its more than 123-year history as an original Tybee beach cottage. This beautiful cottage has been elegantly restored and is steps away from the south end of the beach. Classic beach living at its finest is displayed through traditional furnishings, a nautical theme and bright vintage-style appliances to compliment the home's aesthetics. Drink morning coffee on the generously sized screened-in porch before heading to the Tybee Pier and grabbing brunch at one of several surrounding restaurants or local shops for island keepsakes.


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Sanctuary by the Sea

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Are you seeking a place of refuge? Sanctuary by the Sea is your safe harbor. Enjoy views of the ocean and the Savannah River from the top floor of this three-story, four-bedroom, four-bathroom, pet-friendly dwelling. The intimate atmosphere of this residence's appeal is further displayed with a library nook and family-style kitchen with more than enough room for everyone. The second-floor balcony overlooks the water and outdoor fire pit where everyone can gather for an evening of conversation, relaxation and delicious smores.


For 25 years, Oceanfront Cottage Rentals has understood the significance of attainable island luxury and Southern hospitality. Before your next annual pilgrimage to Tybee Island, treat yourself, family and friends to coastal haven options unlike any other. Praises of rhapsody will come from each visitor who indulges in either accommodation.

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