Consider a stay at Villa 279 - lovely oceanfront villa and take advantage of a water park, laundry facilities and a gym. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire condo
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Villa 279 - lovely oceanfront villa
This beach front villa has every amenity you would need while vacationing on beautiful Jekyll Island! Waterfront views from the master bedroom, living room & two balconies give the complete feeling of living on the water. The villa gives off a "comfy beachy" feel with coastal decor furnishings and keepsakes from the island.
This fantastic 3-bedroom, 2 bath oceanfront villa just next to Driftwood Beach, offers comfortable living areas, colorful decor and a terrific view of the ocean from two balconies that are perfect for enjoying the sounds of the ocean. Villa 279 features one king bed, one queen bed and two twin bunk beds; WIFI, 3 TVs, cable, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, washer and dryer in unit, on-site pool, restaurant, laundry facilities and fitness room.
This beautiful beach villa is minutes away from three golf courses, the world-famous Driftwood Beach, island-wide biking trails, paddle boarding and kayaking, putt-putt golf, golf cart rentals, the Georgia Sea Turtle Center, and much more.
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.
ACCOMMODATES:8
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 NOTE: Rental guests are not allowed to have pets in the cottage at any time. This doesn’t imply that the rental is a completely pet-free property. If our no pet or no smoking policy is broken, a $1000 fine will be charged to the card on file AND you will be asked to vacate the property without a refund.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
ATM
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the marina
Near the ocean
Things to do
Gym
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Property located in a resort
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Jekyll Island, this condo is by the ocean. Glynn Place Mall and Shops at Sea Island are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Driftwood Beach and Jekyll Island State Park. Georgia Sea Turtle Center and Summer Waves Water Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling. Visit our Jekyll Island travel guide
Does Villa 279 - lovely oceanfront villa have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Villa 279 - lovely oceanfront villa pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Villa 279 - lovely oceanfront villa?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Villa 279 - lovely oceanfront villa?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa 279 - lovely oceanfront villa?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Villa 279 - lovely oceanfront villa located?
Situated by the ocean, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Americana Beach and Driftwood Beach. Horton House and Indian Mound are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Villa 279 - lovely oceanfront villa Reviews
Reviews
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We loved this condo! Location is perfect and the playground was directly across! Our kids loved this and so did we! Very clean and check in and out was so easy!
Very nice unit. We love Jekyll and this was our first time staying in the Villas. Property is older but well maintained and quiet. Unit is updated. The den is a little small. The bedrooms are nice sized. I would stay again.
We love the playground and the pool right around the corner from the condo! And just a short walk away to Jekyll Island! As well as the bistro that’s inside the condo complex! Nice
Cute Villa but not clean and not very well equipped
The villa is in a great location. Beautiful views from the balconies and close to the water. A short drive or bike ride from local restaurants and convenience stores. The beds are comfortable and the condo is bright and cheery
We love Jekyll Island and this weekend offered lovely fall weather for the Under the Oaks Race! The condo was perfect for our needs and offered a wonderful view of the ocean as we relaxed after the run. Once we were rested up we headed right out the back door and down to Driftwood Beach was a slow stroll.
This was our 2nd time staying in this exact villa, but have been staying at Villas by the Sea each summer for over 30 years. We love this villa due to it's location, view, and the washer and dryer in the unit.
We had the best spring break and we loved how close this condo was to everything we wanted to see and do- Driftwood Beach, biking trails, restaurants, turtle center etc. My 3 big girls age 9-4 loved the bunk room and being able to stay altogether and I loved that they all had separate beds so I didn’t have to hear about who kicked who. The breakfast bar seats were great for the morning and preparing lunches and then we were able to have sit down dinners around the dining room table.. I already have requests to come back again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
shannon r.
12 Oct 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
What I wish I would have known
This townhome was cute . It had the perfect amount of beds for us ! Location was great . Short walk between two board walks . Only one of which would let you down to the water due to one being closed . You could definitely see the ocean , even though you aren’t exactly ocean view. I could watch the sunrise from the small couch . The steps up to the room are directly across from the park . The restaurant and the pool were literally just steps away from the townhouse
The Villas was a neat place. Lots of trees . A huge shaded pool, not heated for cooler months. FYI But very clean & pretty . Plenty of trash bins all around , laundry room . There were ICE machines scattered about for coolers.
I never EVER leave reviews , But I had to.
Pics make place look much bigger
DATED appliances !! Like from the 80’s / 90’s younger folks may struggle with this . I grew up with similar so it was fine.
NO ice maker in fridge . Plastic ice trays are provided
Lamps everywhere. NO ceiling FANS ! For the love of crabs BRING YOUR FAN or you WILL buy one !! Especially since the thermostat goes no cooler then 68.
PILLOWS - just bring your own! Trust me.
The BIG Rm shares bathroom w/ the bunk rm and wash/ dryer are In closet INSIDE BIG RM
MASTER is Downstairs In smaller Rm
OWNERS: D-stairs shower Hot/Cold is reversed . ADD Fans . Too much furniture . Need better broom. 3 stars on clean, my idea of clean is MUCH different
Thankyou for early checkin !!
Easy to book, checking in/out was easy. Beds are comfortable & had plenty of space. Location was convenient. Parking is a hit or miss, but a little walk didn’t kill us. We had a great stay on the island & can’t wait to visit again.
Would have been nice to have more than 1 towel per person. Had to was towels every day. Had to run the dryer 2 times to get towels dry which was about 2 hours. Also some of the dishes in the kitchen were in cabinet dirty. The potholders were dirty too. Beautiful place but needs a few updates in unit
We loved our stay. Jeklly is truly a magical place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Angie A.
31 Jan 2026
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
The office staff was rude. We had issues with the shower downstairs and the upstairs shower head was loose. The place didn’t look like it was dusted or anything. The floors had sand everywhere. The place was nice.
My family and I had wonderful time . We enjoyed our stay , being close to the Drift wood beach and Historic district- the information about the Island was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Denise L.
5 Apr 2026
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Ocean view was nice .. the unit needs to be 80% refurbished…. TV had been out for a week before we arrived… no worries we were there for a wedding… we were informed ahead about the pool not being usable …. The coffee pot needs replacing….all bed comforters and linens need replacing bathrooms were usable but stopped upIn the sinks … shower was nasty …. I haven’t ever left a review like this but I truly appreciate honesty when vacationing at other places. UpThe rent and make necessary changes so your guest will want toReturn …. Throw plantOn coffee table away … this unit has awesome possibilities and ….i hope this helps owners…. Perfect location for parents with children playground right outside landscaping as very pretty!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Lisa K.
7 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Villas
Was disappointed there was no beach access. Very disappointed we couldn’t park in front of the unit. Be mindful there is no garbage disposal nor enough toilet paper for 4 adults for a week. Renovation was nice though. View was nice. Pool was too far away.
Very nice unit. We enjoyed our stay. Only complaint would be that the heating system blows the warm making the smaller downstairs room quite stuffy. There was a distinct shortage of good knives and cutting boards. Also, the only teflon coated pan was very scratched up and so not safe to use. A sprucing up of the cookware is really all that’s needed to make this a great unit
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Sue S.
23 Jul 2025
Great location and view. Very dirty upon arrival.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The view was great! The condo its self was okay, however, all the chairs were very uncomfortable, condo in bad need of refreshing and paint, floors were filthy, the kitchen was not well stocked and everything was very dirty and had to be washed before using. I would say not up to Parker and Kaufman standards from past bookings with them. Nice pool area and Jekyll & Tide Restaurant was good. Disappointed that there was not a beach access, but pleased with the short walk to Driftwood Beach. Might recommend to a friend because of the location, view and pool, but would want to make sure they knew of the short falls.
Unit has a beautiful view. Kitchen was good for cooking. Has everything necessary. Would have liked a few more towels so avoid washing. Dryer made a lot of noise and took a long time to dry. Wondered if vents need cleaning. Upstairs sink did not drain properly. Enjoyed the stay. Would do again..