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Charming Pura Vida Cottage! Pet Friendly! Great deck! Few blocks to Beach!

Cottage with kitchen, 6-minute walk to Tybee Island Beach

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Escape to Pura Vida Cottage, a bright and beachy retreat on Tybee Island. Enjoy the screened porch, outdoor deck under a 200-year-old Live Oak tree, or unwind with an outdoor shower after a day at the nearby 12th Street beach. With complimentary WiFi and sample of Mermaid Morning Bliss coffee, this pet-friendly cottage offers comfort and convenience for families or small groups.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is NZ$1,802
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

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About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Pura Vida Cottage! Pet Friendly! Great deck! Few blocks to Beach!

#01187K
1211 2nd Ave., Tybee Island, GA, 31328

NO BEACH TOWELS OR BEACH GEAR PROVIDED

CONTACTLESS CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT

Pura Vida Cottage (formerly Sea Largo Cottage) is all new with a complete renovation and refresh of decor in summer 2025! Owners have completely renovated and you will love the bright, clean and beachy vibe! New luxury plank vinyl flooring in kitchen, living room and bedrooms and new porcelain tile in bathrooms.
Ground level cottage ideal for families with children or seniors who don't like stairs!
Pet-friendly with fenced-in yard - multiple pets welcome! Large screened porch as well as outdoor deck under a 200 year old Live Oak tree! Outdoor shower for washing off the beach!
New Amazon Fire 50" 4K Smart TV in living room.
Beautiful bright cottage kitchen with new open shelving, beautiful tile backsplash, new quartz countertop as well as cabinet and lighting updates. Owners also installed a water filtration system! They are living the true Pura Vida (pure life) with a water purification system! Reduces a wide variety of organic and inorganic contaminants that may effect the quality of your water supply.
Enjoy your complimentary sample of Mermaid Morning Bliss coffee; a special perk for all Mermaid Cottages guests!
2 cozy bedrooms and 2 bathrooms make this a perfect cottage for a small family or group ~one bedroom has a queen bed and the other has 2 twin beds.
3 short blocks from the 12th Street beach, short walk to shops and restaurants. 2nd Avenue is the main bike street on Tybee and perfect for family bike rides.
We are proud to offer an educators discount! Let us know at time of booking if you are a teacher. We also offer discounts for military (active & retired), AAA and AARP members.
Complimentary WiFi.
Minimum Age Requirement: Must be 25 years of age to rent this property.

ALL PET FRIENDLY HOMES REQUIRE AN ADDITIONAL PET FEE. PLEASE PICK UP AFTER YOUR PETS!
PLEASE NOTE: MINIMUM NIGHT STAY REQUIREMENTS WILL APPLY THROUGHOUT THE YEAR INCLUDING HOLIDAYS, SPRING BREAK AND OUR SUMMER SEASON.

5% Discount for Military, Educators, AAA and AARP

Longer minimum stay (up to 7 nights) may be required during certain times of the year including Holidays and our Summer Season.
Ask us about Special Off-Season rates!

STVR License #STR2025-0744

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Charming Sea Largo Pet Friendly Great Deck Short Blocks Beach
Charming Sea Largo Pet Friendly Great Deck Short Blocks Beach
1181-28984

About the area

Map
Tybee Island, GA

What's nearby

  • Tybee Island Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Mid Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • South Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • North Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 31 min drive
  • Hilton Head Island, SC (HHH) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fannies On The Beach - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pier 16 Seafood Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Spanky's Beachside - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wet Willie's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sting Ray's Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Pura Vida Cottage! Pet Friendly! Great deck! Few blocks to Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Pura Vida Cottage! Pet Friendly! Great deck! Few blocks to Beach!?

As of 10 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Pura Vida Cottage! Pet Friendly! Great deck! Few blocks to Beach! on 11 Nov 2025 start from NZ$1,801.55, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Charming Pura Vida Cottage! Pet Friendly! Great deck! Few blocks to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Pura Vida Cottage! Pet Friendly! Great deck! Few blocks to Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Pura Vida Cottage! Pet Friendly! Great deck! Few blocks to Beach! located?

Located in South Beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Tybee Island Beach, Mid Beach and Tybee Island Fishing Pier and Pavilion. South Beach and Back River Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Charming Pura Vida Cottage! Pet Friendly! Great deck! Few blocks to Beach! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 438 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 438 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 438 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 438 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 438 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house and great customer support

We absolutely loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

We really enjoyed staying at this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor Day Weekend

Cutest cottage on 2nd . Walking distance to all activities at the pier. Dogs loved the property too.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

erinn b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachy perfection

My family and I loved staying at the cottage. It smelled delicious and was super clean. Everything about it encouraged us to relax. The location was perfect and we were able to easily explore the town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Great vacation home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pura Vida is a great home base for experiencing Tybee and Savannah. It is so welcoming. The location is excellent. We spent a lot of time on the screened in porch and our dog loved the yard.
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10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Pura Vida exceeded our expectations

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful experience. Our cottage was spotless, comfortable and lovely. High recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and location

Loved the screened in porch! House was a good size for my husband, myself, and our dogs. It was a great location. Rented bikes and didn't move the vehicle the entire trip! Mermaid Cottages were communicative and friendly. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Return Renter

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I have always been pleased with our stay at Pura Vida Cottage. It is a great location walking to the beach and the store.

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time at the beach!

Our family of four (+ dog) had a great stay at Pura Vida. The size was perfect for us, it was very clean, and the kitchen was well stocked with all of the cookware we needed. The location can't be beat—just a short walk to the beach and restaurants, while still being in a quiet neighborhood. And Tammy from Mermaid Cottages took great care of us. Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

Perfect Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed a week here with my 2 small dogs and it was perfect. Great location, peaceful and everyone was so friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Great Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved the Pura Vida cottage, with its screened in porch, and great location near the beach. The description was accurate, and the place was clean and well maintained. It's also easy walking distance to downtown and to the river.

10/10 Excellent

Trish C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

This is a cute house with an awesome screened porch in a great location! The house was spotless and had everything we could want or need. The porch is relaxing regardless of the weather and the picket fence is perfect. The beach, sound, grocery store, shops and restaurants are all walking distance. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Charming, Peaceful Cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our "moms weekend" was wonderful. We had plenty of space, we were very comfortable, the location was incredibly convenient, and we thoroughly enjoyed our coffee and mimosas on the screened in front porch. We will be back.....and soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor P.

Lovely little house

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great week at Sea Largo. The house was the perfect size for our family of four. When we arrived the house was spotless. The location on the bike route was wonderful for watching bikes cruise by in the mornings and evenings, and it was a quick walk to the beach. We would definitely recommend this house to anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away from Home

We loved our stay at Sea Largo- it truly felt like home away from home. The house was just lovely - warmly decorated and just the right size for our little family. The outdoor space was just as great and I spent many an afternoon relaxing on the screened in porch. The house is just a short distance from the beach and is located on a cheerful street that is also along the main bike route. Family friendly area and a short walk to shops and restaurants. You do want to bring some extras such as extra paper towels, toilet paper, soap, etc because additional supplies of those are not available. However, that did not take away from our experience and the awesome memories we made. The ladies of Mermaid Cottages were very responsive, kind, and great to work with. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Dean C.

Perfect location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: When we opened the door to Pura Vida we were so impressed with "our house"! It was so clean, several new appliances (refrigerator, dishwasher) and just the overall feeling that this house has been well cared for between our visits from 2023 to 2024.The location in mid-island is perfect for us, just a two block walk to 12th or 13th street piers, a block away from the IGA and a nice stroll to all the happenings on the Strand. Tami is a top notch management rep, always available by phone with help or advice to all things Tybee. The snow flies today and it is cold in Ohio...can't wait to get back to Pura Vida!

10/10 Excellent

Roxana R.

Fell in love with this house and Tybee Island!

Great house for our family of four. Cozy but not claustrophobic. Very clean. Enough hot water for our teens and us plus the water pressure is great. Did not cook but ate out at Tybee's restaurants. Coffee blend provided by Mermaid Cottages was delicious. House is located on a residential street but within walking distance of beach access. Still, rec renting bikes or a golf cart to make exploring the island easier(parking is limited and the police don't hesitate to ticket). House is surrounded by a 3 foot white picket fence which is great for corralling small children and non jumping dogs. Absolutely loved having coffee on the screened porch in the mornings. We used this room the most during our stay and much appreciated the comfy porch furniture. Only 2 complaints: 1-the master bed is extremely creaky. I could not get up early without waking my hubby. 2-a house is currently being built across the street and the workers arrive at 7:30am with loud equipment. Even with those complaints we would definitely stay here again. Such a wonderful house!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

Pura Vida is Pura Joy

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My husband and I had yet another great experience renting a Mermaid Cottage. It is always so easy dealing with Tammy and the other Mermaids. This was our first stay in Pura Vida and we could not have been happier. Close enough to walk to the beach, and on a quiet street which allows for enjoyment on the comfortable screened in porch. We enjoyed the lovely decor and our dogs enjoyed the fenced in yard. I would never hesitate to recommend this cottage to future visitors.
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10/10 Excellent

Sally Z.

Sweet peace

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pure Vida was the perfect spot to get away. This home has everything a person could want; 2 full bathrooms, an outdoor shower, and a large screened in porch. My guests enjoyed the peaceful setting and easy access to the beach as much as I did.This is the fourth year that I have stayed in a Mermaid Cottage, but not my last. Once again, Mermaid Tammy and company took care of every detail before and during my trip, making it feel like home! The consistency in superior customer service sets Mermaid Cottages apart from other rental property businesses.

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

First time on the island, the house is exactly as described. It’s a cozy cottage two bedrooms, nice living room room nice screened in front porch and a fenced in yard for your dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

Great little vacation home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This sweet house was perfect for our small family (including the dog)! It was clean and well stocked and a great location! Easy to walk to beach as well as restaurants and coffee! Unfortunately we had some very loud parties next door, so the night time was super relaxing but the morning on the porch was great! But that happens and it was no fault of mermaid Cottages! My only suggestion is to put things like shampoo and conditioner and soap in the shower. Maybe the containers that attach to the wall so none walks off with it ☺️ otherwise, excellent!
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10/10 Excellent

James Z.

Fantastic little cottage which is like a home away from home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This year (2024) was our second time staying at Pura Vida. The first time we stayed was in 2022. Both times we had an exceptional experience with both the cottage itself - very clean, great appliances, comfy bed, beautiful screened in front porch - and Mermaid Cottages staff. Communication was excellent from the moment we reserved the unit, during our stay to make sure everything was to our satisfaction, and even after we checked out. We are looking forward to renting Pura Vida again next year!
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10/10 Excellent

Maxine V.

This place is everything!!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family already misses this place and we’re still on the road back home haha! The mermaids were fantastic & sooo helpful before and during our stay. The house was perfect, immaculate & spacious! We loved sitting on the patio and playing board games! Tybee is the cutest/kindest place we’ve ever been and this house was just the cherry on top!

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation at its finest!

Clean!! Relaxing!! Well Stocked!! Wonderful porch!! We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable little house

Amazing!! Two weeks before my family’s weeeknd away, I received a personal phone call from Tammy making sure I was all sent for my upcoming rental. I had never had such a great experience. Will continue to rent with them.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024