Saint Marys offers 'southern hospitality' at its best! The local people are warm, inviting, and friendly and it is not uncommon for locals to include guests in social gatherings. If you visit Saint Marys, you will love it and many decide to make it home. A visiting friend once told us 'I never thought I would want to live anywhere but Atlanta where my family and children are, but I'm ready to call my boss and tell him I'm not coming back'!
We had a wonderful stay in the cottage. It was great to meet Hunt, and he was most welcoming.St Mary's is beautiful peaceful and charming. We loved it and will for sure return to the Cottage. All you need to get away and kick back at such a lovely setting
Our stay was what we hoped for and the view was so special. Private with an easy walk to town with a beautiful waterfront and good restaurants.Everything we needed was provided. Very enjoyable!
This cottage is well equipped, much more tastefully furnished and decorated than most rentals, quiet, & very well located; the grounds of the property are lovely and well maintained. For a couple, the cottage is clearly the best place to stay in St. Marys or the surrounding area.
We loved our stay at the Cottage! It was super cute and cozy. The cottage is a bit closer to the main house than I expected, but we still felt like we had plenty of privacy for our anniversary trip. The location is just a short walk into town and to the Cumberland Island Ferry. St. Mary's is a lovely town with good restaurants and art galleries. We had a great time!
We really enjoyed our stay. The cabin was as advertised with outstanding views of the marsh and St. Marys River, and a short walk to "downtown" St. Marys and the shops and restaurants. Finally, Don, the host/owner, made us feel at home and gave us a wonderful tour of the property. We will return.
Wonderful cottage on the marsh. Beautiful sunrise and within walking distance to downtown. Grounds weâre immaculate and the hosts were wonderful. We will be back.
Brian and Miki
Beautiful place filled with antiques and all the supplies for cooking. The area is fantastic with not more than an hour drive from all the barrier islands and the Okeefenokee Swamp and Wildlife preserve.. Cumberland island visit is a must! Cottage is set on the marsh and walking distance to town and restaurants. We had a great vacation!
Wen enjoyed out stay the property had great vies and was great for the Two of us and our One year old golden retriever. A lot of wildlife to keep the dog always on high alert. We were able to walk to the town center and waterfront. Don the property manager was helpful and was willing to give history of the property.
Don, the owner was there to greet us and showed us around. We stayed at the Captains quarter and it was an amazing experience. We loved the views of the marsh and itâs interior design on the inside. You can tell Don has exquisite taste and was the owner of a high antique shop. we will def come back and enjoy our next stay .
While visiting our daughter for July 4th we stayed at this lovely efficiency cottage right on the marsh in downtown St. Mary's. The cottage is well appointed and very comfortable with beautiful decor. Our host, Don, stepped over our first evening there to welcome us while we were enjoying a glass of wine on the cottage porch overlooking the marsh and his historic home. He could not have been nicer. While all of downtown St. Mary's was just 2 blocks away, we felt like we were at our own little retreat. We certainly plan to stay there again on future visits.
My husband and I stayed at the Cottage for 3 nights. Loved everything about it! Grounds were breathtaking and so very relaxing. We hope to be back soon!
We stayed in the cottage and we couldnât have been happier. Private and quiet, the bed was so comfortable, furnished with beautiful, cozy and comfortable furniture. Don , the owner , was very accommodating and friendly. We will be back!!
The Commissary Cottage is a very special place. The property is beautiful. Time immediately slows down and there is a sense of nostalgia as you roam the property and take in the incredible views. The cottage is cozy and has all the modern conveniences. Windows, Views...Oh My! Sitting in the Rocking Chair on the deck with the incredible breeze was a favorite. The location is perfect. Great for morning walks through historic St. Marys and 1 block from the waterfront and the Cumberland Island Ferry. The Host, Don, was also exceptional. He greeted me on arrival and gave me a tour of the property. He even offered to show me around Downtown St. Marys in his golf cart. Don is very friendly but gives plenty of privacy. The perfect Host. This is an incredible location and I look forward to the opportunity to visit again.
Our days in the Commissary Cottage were entirely perfect. The cottage is beautifully located and nicely furnished. We enjoyed many walks into St Mary's village, literally 1 block away. Don's care and hospitality was great. Tho the cottage in part of the main house property, privacy was never an issue. Totally enjoyable -- don't hesitate!!
Our stay was wonderful. The property is set off the road and overlooks the marshes. The sunrises were indescribably beautiful and the landscaping around the property was impeccable.
Our studio was very comfortable. It is on a shared property, but we never felt we lacked privacy. The way the cottage sits all windows face an open view.Our host, Don, was gracious and hospitable. Melody and Jaune who caretake and manage the rental checked to see we were enjoying ourselves but we were allowed plenty of space and solitude.I would recommend this property to any family and friends that may visit St. Maryâs.
The town was pleasant to walk with our dogs, the streets shaded by huge oaks and lined by pretty houses.There are several restaurants in town within walking distance but we made use of our fully equipped kitchen almost exclusively. Overall we had an excellent time.We hope to visit again!
This is a pretty place, but there is no privacy! The cottage is nice but full of knickknacks. There is very little available space , and the TV is small and very far away from the sofa.
We really enjoyed the property. It's a beautiful, somewhat secluded spot with a great view of the marsh and ICW. The cottage was perfect for two people and very well equipped. We met the owner when we arrived and he showed us around. He's a very personable gentleman who we enjoyed meeting.
St Marys is a small town on the ICW with interesting history. Several good restaurants and shops. Its not very commercialized which makes it more appealing to us. The boat parade Saturday night was enjoyable as was the tree lighting in the park. We plan to go back when we can stay longer and take the ferry to Cumberland Island.
Can't think of anything we didn't like about the cottage or the property in general.
We also drove to Amelia Island (30 minutes) to the Charles Dickens Christmas deal. It was great and we'll go back to that.
This cottage was perfect for my stay. It was cozy, secluded, but walking distance from downtown. I woke up to an uninterrupted sunrise view of the marsh and intercoastal. At night, you can marvel at the lights over at Fernandina across the river. The process to check in and check out was super easy. The place is tidy and just outright comfortable. The bed was super comfortable and much needed after each day of exploring downtown and traveling for work. The caretakers were awesome and the folks that stayed in the main house were also super pleasant. Loved it here. Hated having to leave to go back to work!
Cozy and comfortable cottage! We had everything we needed for a wonderful vacation. The cottage was within walking distance to the Cumberland Island ferry and local restaurants. Thanks for your hospitality and the delicious muffins that were waiting for us when we arrived. Everything was perfect!!
This one-of-a-kind property truly combines the best of nature, comfort and privacy. A quick walk to local eateries and entertainment. Peace and tranquility are easily found in the Cottage.