At this condo you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Driftwood Beach and Americana Beach. .Condo features free WiFi, a patio and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .Enjoy the water park and gym as well as access to a playground. Added amenities include laundry facilities and barbecues.
St. Simons Lighthouse Museum - 33 min drive - 34.0 km
Saint Simons Island Pier - 33 min drive - 33.9 km
Getting around
Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
St Simons Island Pier - 33 min drive
Brogen's - 33 min drive
Tortuga Jacks - 6 min drive
Driftwood Bistro - 2 min walk
Barbara Jean's - 33 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Villa 208 - charming condo close to pool and beach
Thank you for considering Retreat on Jekyll, #208 at Villas By The Sea. This villa is perfect for couples, small families, and solo adventurers.
Retreat is decorated in an informal ocean and lighthouse decor. The owner is a lifelong visitor to Jekyll and an author who focuses on educating about the natural wonders, history, and adventures that Jekyll offers. The decor reflects her love of nature and the island.
Beautiful live oak trees surround the building in both front and back.
Retreat is conveniently located approximately 150 yards from the beautiful Driftwood Beach and across the road from Horton Pond, a natural habitat that's perfect for bird watching and seeing other wildlife.
Villas features an onsite, solar-heated pool with a children's play area. The gym and children's playground with its signature pirate ship are just outside the back door. It's just a short walk, about 100 yards, to dining at the Driftwood Bistro, the very popular on-site restaurant.
Retreat's entrance is ground floor and handicap parking is very close by. Usually you're able to park right in front of the building. The bedroom has a queen-sized bed along with a full-size hide-a-bed in the couch.
The bathroom includes a large step-in shower with a seat inside to make life easier for those who need to sit while bathing. The full-sized kitchen includes coffee maker, stove top, microwave oven, refrigerator with freezer, electric can opener, and coffee maker. Ice machines are located throughout the property. A large dining room table, two flat screened TVs, and a small reading library are included as well. The library includes books for children.
Retreat's sliding glass back door has light blocking curtains. It opens up to a small covered patio and continues out to the pirate themed playground.
FAQ:
*How far are you from the pool? We are just a short walk to the pool, about 100 yards.
*How far are you from the beach? We are about 150 yards or so from Driftwood Beach access.
*What is the kitchen like? The kitchen has granite counters, a full-sized refrigerator with freezer, stainless sink, microwave oven, coffee maker, hand held mixer, electric can opener, toaster, and oven with stove top. It is fully equipped with all the implements most commonly needed.
*Is the bike trail close by? Yes, the bike path is just a few pedals away. Bikes are available for rental on property and at other sites around the island.
Jekyll Island has about 25 miles of paved bike paths plus well maintained sandy trails. Biking these paths allows you to enjoy the historic district, maritime forest, salt marsh, and beautiful ocean views. It's the best way to see the island!
*I have mobility issues. Is Retreat a good fit for me? Villa 208, Retreat, is located on the first floor with no steps or stairs to climb. Our bathroom has a walk-in shower with a seat inside.
*What exactly is in the villa? Retreat features a queen sized bed, pull-out sleeper sofa, two flat screen televisions, large dining table, a book collection for children and adults, telephone, alarm clock and fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops. Laundry facilities are about 30 yards away.
Linens are provided with this unit, as well as a starter set of paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, and some personal amenity items. These items will not be replenished during your stay. Villas by the Seas has 3 coin-operated laundry rooms accessible with your key cards. ACCOMMODATES: 4
PLEASE NOTE: Nearest Beach Boardwalk Crossover: Driftwood Beach only. Hurricane Helene damaged the stairs providing access to the lower beach and water at low tide for all Villas By The Sea Boardwalks. Direct beach access from the Villas by the Sea is not available at this time.
***Beach Access May Not Be Available At High Tide*** During high tide, please enjoy the oceanfront boardwalk OR swimming pool at VBTS or use one of the public beach access parks south of the Holiday Inn
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Golf
Gym
Kayak
Tennis
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Property located in a resort
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 welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees.
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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
208 In Jekyll Jekyll
3108-263104
Villa 208 in Jekyll Island Condo
Villa 208 in Jekyll Island Jekyll Island
Villa 208 in Jekyll Island Condo Jekyll Island
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Villa 208 - charming condo close to pool and beach?
Yep, Villa 208 - charming condo close to pool and beach is a short 14-minute walk from Driftwood Beach.
Fun beach activities include fishing and swimming.
Does Villa 208 - charming condo close to pool and beach have a pool?
Villa 208 - charming condo close to pool and beach has a pool and a communal pool.
Does Villa 208 - charming condo close to pool and beach have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
Is Villa 208 - charming condo close to pool and beach family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground, a water park and children's books, it's no surprise that Villa 208 - charming condo close to pool and beach is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Villa 208 - charming condo close to pool and beach?
No, Villa 208 - charming condo close to pool and beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Villa 208 - charming condo close to pool and beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Villa 208 - charming condo close to pool and beach Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 12 reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
7 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach stay
Overall this was a nice property. We had trouble getting into the property as the code didn't work. Also the refridgerator had a shelf that was broken and caused us to have glass shattered on the floor. Location was good.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Hugo G.
9 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Peace & quite
Didn’t use the condo much, the weather was great so we did a-lot of outdoor activities and really enjoyed the island. We just used the condo to sleep , the bed mattress is in bad shape , but the sofa couch mattress is even worse my 8 year old slept in it and even she complained, i layed in it for 5 minutes and my back was hurting
Hugo G.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Vickie M.
17 Sept 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Trip
Trip to celebrate our 33rd Anniversary. Condo perfect size for two (and our dog!). Only drawback - we were on the bottom floor and did experience noise from our upstairs neighbors (at 1 o'clock in the morning, no less).
Vickie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Devin W.
17 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend
Enjoyed our stay.
Devin W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sheila T.
2 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Nice property helpful staff. Love the location beside driftwood beach -private -bike rentals on property-restaurant-very nice pool area
Sheila T.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dan B.
26 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
We were in a perfect location and had great weather for a family gathering at South dunes picnic area. My husband and I really enjoyed our stay . It was just the right size- we loved staying there.
Dan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
Traci G.
6 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Getaway
Condo was in a nice quiet location with beach access just across the parking lot. Condo was clean and there was plenty of towels for our stay. If you book this stay through VRBO the fees become a little hard to understand between VRBO fees and rental fees, it is not real clear.
Traci G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lori F.
23 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay!
This condo was perfect...excellent location, very private, and close to the beach walkover. I was surprised that I really liked this space as I've had some bad experiences before at other condos in this complex. I'm glad I took another chance on this one! The decor is a little cluttered with knick-knacks but it doesn't really impact the stay. I was very satisfied and would stay again.
Lori F.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
8/10 Good
Chelsea B.
30 Mar 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
A nice getaway
The villa was a decent fit for my husband and me. We enjoy the peace and calm atmosphere at Villas By The Sea. Having stayed in this complex years ago, I assumed the management of the property would be similar to last time. That wasn't the case. If you're looking for daily tidying up, regular replenishment of linens -that sort of thing - you'll want to rent a villa managed by VBTS. Despite a fairly disastrous check-in (no keys left for us to get in), we enjoyed our stay. This villa just needs a little attention -- a deep cleaning/dusting for one, perhaps a fresh coat of paint on the walls, replacement of some of the outlets and fixtures that seem a bit tired. I love the location of the villas; they're close to Driftwood Beach and the Bistro but far enough away from the busier areas of the island. I certainly hope to return to Jekyll in the future!
Chelsea B.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
6/10 Okay
Cindy C.
26 Aug 2021
Nice location
The property location was great. We stayed for 5 days, so we were cooking some meals everyday. The pans were a little on the cheap side for daily use. The refrigerator rails on the door fell off, luckily I was an appliance repair person for years and put it together correctly. There was a lot of stuff, ( like Knick knacks)everywhere, not leaving much space to put things like books, hats chargers…We had a good time and the location put us right on the bike paths and beach. The bed seemed like it should have a better cover under the sheets. Both my wife and I felt itchy when in bed and after getting out of bed.
Cindy C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Monika F.
3 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
A bliss.
A bliss.
Monika F.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019
6/10 Okay
Leigh C.
19 July 2019
Great Location
We arrived on the island and were very happy to find that the Villas are so close to Driftwood Beach. What was disappointing was the musty smell as we opened the door to our rental. That, coupled with a "less than clean" bathroom made me give the rental three stars. PS- I'm happy I had brought linens with me.