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St. Simons Island 'Banana House' - 5 Min to Beach!

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Pool
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Property grounds
Beach/ocean view
TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8145 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Saint Simons Island, GA
  • Demere Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Neptune Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Brunswick, GA (SSI-McKinnon St. Simons Island)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the area

St. Simons Island

With a stay at this vacation home in St. Simons Island (Kings Terrace), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Saint Simons Island Pier and Demere Park. .This vacation home is 21.6 mi (34.8 km) from Driftwood Beach and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Neptune Park.
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What's nearby

  • Neptune Park - 20 min walk
  • St. Simons Lighthouse Museum - 3 min drive
  • Saint Simons Island Pier - 3 min drive
  • Beach - 3 min drive
  • Sea Island Golf Club - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St Simons Island Pier - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brogen's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

St. Simons Island 'Banana House' - 5 Min to Beach!

If you’re looking for a relaxing beach vacation, St. Simons Island is the destination for you! ‘Banana House’ is a uniquely charming vacation rental property boasting 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and accommodations for 8. Explore the island by bike, stroll the pier, visit a 19th-century lighthouse, or simply lounge on the sandy beaches as you listen to the soothing sounds of the crashing waves. Make memories that will last a lifetime with loved ones on your next St. Simmons Island getaway!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed, Twin Bed | Loft: Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘N' Play

From the moment you first walk through the 9-foot, Spanish Cherrywood front door, it’s clear that this home is full of character and charm. The Italian tile flooring, cathedral ceilings, and exposed beams repurposed from old ships give this home an airy, classic beach-house feel.

Spend your island mornings enjoying the lush garden featuring a tranquil fish pond with a waterfall while the kids play in the fenced backyard.

After a day at the beach, prepare your favorite foods in the fully equipped kitchen featuring modern appliances and all of the cooking essentials. Set the table for 6 and share highlights from the day with friends and family.

Wind down in the living room on the plush furnishings while you watch a movie on the new 55-inch flat-screen HDTV. End the day with a nightcap on the screened-in patio and toast to another fabulous day in Georgia.

Tuck the kids into the full and twin beds in the second bedroom before retiring to bedroom 1. Bedroom 1 features a TV, 2 sofas, a desk, comfy queen bed, and en-suite bathroom. Additional sleeping can be found in the loft on the queen bed or 2 twin beds.

-- THE LOCATION --

From this home, you’ll have easy access to everything St. Simons Island has to offer! Travel less than a mile to downtown where you can check out the pier, tasty restaurants, specialty boutiques, and unique galleries.

Beaches can be accessed near the pier or through multiple entrances along the east side of the island, which include free parking. Play in the sand, splash around in the surf, or simply work on your vacation tan.

The area is littered with historic landmarks that you can visit including Christ Church, Fort Frederica National Monument, St. Simons Lighthouse Museum, and Wesley Memorial & Gardens. Take a bus tour, fishing charter, wildlife tour, or air tour to make the most of your visit!

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- ADDITIONAL DETAILS --

Key Residence Features:
- Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, free WiFi, in-unit laundry machines, 3 flat-screen TVs, furnished screened-in patio, linens & towels, 2 beach cruisers, and more
- Prime St. Simons Island location less than a mile from downtown - Close to shopping, restaurants, historic sites, Saint Simons Pier, Neptune Park Fun Zone Pool, the beach, and more
- Nearest Commercial Airport: Jacksonville International Airport - 2400 Yankee Clipper Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32218, (~67.2 miles away)

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 26 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop. There's a private furnished balcony/patio. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony/patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1556 sq ft (145 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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St. Simons Island 'banana House' 5 Min to Beach!

St. Simons Island 'Banana House' - 5 Min to Beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn V.

Awesome!!
Awesome place, tons of room!! Chelsea and Jason are amazing if you need them!! Had a wonderful time!! Perfect for a get away!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Jordan W.

Nice place, mix of modern conveniences with a lived in feel to it
We used the house for a crew of guys to stay in while working in the area. It served its purpose. Rustic house that had the “lived in” feel to it, guys were right at home. Pictures made the house seem bigger than it actual was. Cozy little neighborhood. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 31 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dedra R.

50s Jewel on St. Simon
The Banana House is a a quaint gem that appears to have been built in the 50s. The house still has some of it's original features which adds to it's charm. It may not be the fanciest house but it was perfect for our party of 7, The Natural Readers Book Club. The house is in a great location., only a 4 min drive or 20 min walk to Massengale Park/Beach. Chelsea was great! She lived nearby as was available if we needed anything. Would definitely stay again. I have to add, if you are a smoker, this is NOT the house for you. There are understandably hefty fines for smoking in the house and on the premises.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

German O.

Acceptable with room for improvement
The location is great but the place was dated on the inside. The interior design was unique but the dated furniture kept the place from being aesthetically fabulous. The master bed room was long but the bathroom shower/ Jacuzzi is totally useless. The shower barely had enough pressure for a normal shower and the shower drain was very slow. It was a very odd set up. The house had great room to spread out in though. They did have some new appliances like washer and dryer. However, the central a/c unit would struggle during days over 88 degrees. The house would get cool but not cold most of the time. They owners did leave a lot of useful things for us to use like a gas grill, bikes to ride, lawn chairs for the beach and other goods of this sort. One of the couches had a large hole in it and was covered by the couch pillow. The moment you sat down, you sunk down in the couch. This is not very comfortable. They did have a large TV in the living room and a tv in the master bedroom with basic cable. I did like the fact that they had a "not pets" policy because we are very allergic to pet dandruff and pet hairs. Overall, we made the place work for us and it was better for us than a hotel. However, there is much to be improved so this place will be a place we would revisit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

vassie s.

very pleasant stay and the property manager was great.
it was like home away from home. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bobby W., Villa Rica

Quirky and roomy
Great home near town and the airport. Everything you'd need in the kitchen, laundry and bath and more is provided. Seems bigger because of the multi levels and loft. Master suite is like another whole apartment. Enjoyed the bikes. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

patrick

Good location, kitchen and space
Wonderful house and nice alternative to condos
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Amy K., Atlanta

Charming & comfortable
This house is absolutely precious! It has a super cute nautical charm & plenty of space. It's really close to nightlife & shopping. Everything in the house works great, too. I will definitely stay on this property again and I can't wait to show it to my other friends and family!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Yusra A.

Awesome - Quirky, comfortable, and convenient!
We stayed at Banana House for my sister's 30th birthday weekend and had a truly fantastic time. The house wasn't perfect - it is very old and, in some places, its age showed. I was also disappointed in the back deck and lack of mirrors, but shortcomings aside, it compensated with plenty of quirky charm, comfort and convenience. Charm and comfort: The house has a unique style, combining rustic and traditional elements, with some beautiful decor and furniture pieces. We enjoyed the loft and cabin-like feel of much of the house. It was clean and organized and had a very homey feel. We were so comfortable just chilling around the house, I almost didn't want to leave to the beach. Convenience: This house had almost anything you could possibly think to need. All the beach stuff was super useful since we didn't bring much with us - there were towels, chairs, coolers, boogie boards and more. There was also entertainment provided for all ages, including bikes, board games, blocks and more. The kitchen and pantries were stocked full and there were plenty of extra pillows and blankets. The beach and town were just a short drive (or bike ride) away. As stated above, my only two criticisms were of the porch and mirror situations. Porch: The back screened-in porch was too disorganized and over-crowded, and some beach items had not been adequately cleaned or were broken. This made it feel unclean and uninviting - a shame because otherwise it had a cute sitting area that would have made for a great place to relax and have morning tea or whatever. Mirrors: There wasn't a single full length mirror in the whole house, which is a serious problem when you have 4 women trying to get dressed. EVERY house, hotel, and otherwise should always have at least one full length mirror in it! Other than that, we had a wonderful time and cannot thank the owners enough for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

The bomb! Delivered as promised. Superb get-away to check out St. Simon Island.
Project team and crew completed job at FLETC in one week and deserved a great break. Definitely funky and different, but perfect escape for a short celebration. Pictures did justice to the property and amenities at hand. The bedrooms, linens and pillows, loft area, and the comfy living room, patio, and enclosed sun room with beach accessories were plentiful. Needed more time. Quiet, relaxing, and off the beaten path and away from crowds. We brought way too much food, and had to throw in a BBQ pit for use by the Texas crowd for chicken and ribs, but all the kitchen cooking accessories necessary and supplies were easily provided. Lots of towels, and outside chairs, and the bikes were a great way to explore the surroundings and beaches. As previously stated, the Banana House ROCKS! Many thanks, Jan and the Gang

10/10 Excellent

Jill R.

Clean and homey.
We had a wonderful weekend in St. Simons, and this was the perfect home base for it. Thanks for a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2017

8/10 Good

Kimberly E.

Very homey and quaint. Comfortable with all that you would need.
We wanted to stay in a place that felt like we were away from it all, and this cottage did the trick. All the unique details and art remind you of St. Simons and the Georgia Coast. Inn Keepers were there when you needed them. Some would say the house needs some TLC, but I feel it added to the charm and overall character. Would stay again...

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Worst place we've ever rented!
This rental was terrible: outdated and uncomfortable furniture; signs with "do's" and "don't's" posted EVERYWHERE; photos on website "brochure" totally unrepresentative of the property; closets, pantries, etc., crammed with owners' personal effects with no room to hang/store renters' clothes; bedrooms filled with additional blankets/quilts/sheets/linens in every section of the room; kitchen appliances outdated or nonfunctional; dirty kitchenware stored in drawers/cabinets; bathrooms lacking towel racks but filled with old/too many towels, linens, quilts, etc.; "sunken" tub/shower in MBR is dangerous!; screened porch filled with "beach stuff" - swim tube, wagon, dirty cooler, beach chairs, beach umbrella, etc.; items that previous renters complained about (i.e., key to front door not functional from the outside, necessitating entry and exit from back door) not repaired even though website for property says they have been repaired; outdoor lights burned out/not working which made getting back into the house at night challenging/difficult as one had to go through the back door. Additionally, the property is grossly overpriced compared to nicer VRBO homes in the same area. This home should be removed from VRBO's listing until it is improved/renovated and the photos and property description on the site reflect what the property actually looks like.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2016