Title: Private Pool | East Beach Cottage | Walk to Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private Pool | East Beach Cottage | Walk to Beach Holiday home in St. Simons Island with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Private Pool | East Beach Cottage | Walk to Beach ![Outdoor dining - Private Pool | East Beach Cottage | Walk to Beach (St Simons Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99950000/99947600/99947537/11f89123.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Private Pool | East Beach Cottage | Walk to Beach (St Simons Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99950000/99947600/99947537/5c3cf75f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Private Pool | East Beach Cottage | Walk to Beach (St Simons Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99950000/99947600/99947537/867f413c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Private Pool | East Beach Cottage | Walk to Beach (St Simons Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99950000/99947600/99947537/7a364162.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Private Pool | East Beach Cottage | Walk to Beach (St Simons Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99950000/99947600/99947537/1a22e02d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Step into Astin Cottage with a Pool, where family gatherings and poolside relaxation come alive. Enjoy sunny days at the beach or unwind on the screened-in porch by the 14 x 30ft pool. With ample seating areas, a large kitchen for cooking up meals, and an outdoor dining table set for 6 guests on the screened-in porch. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private Pool | East Beach Cottage | Walk to Beach ⭐️ Covenant Property Management Luxury Collection - Experience the best in luxury and comfort with our hand-selected Luxury Property. This exceptional vacation rental offers high-end amenities, stunning location, and top-tier guest experience. We welcome you to the all-new Astin Cottage with a Pool. The New Astin Cottage was designed around the same dream of sharing in family gatherings, pool side relaxation, sunny days at the beach or winding down on the screened in porch by the pool. There is something for everyone to enjoy at Astin Cottage. THE SPACE A few steps up onto the covered front porch with ample seating. Enter the home into an open concept living space. From here you have a clear view to the pool and gathering spaces. To the left is the large family style kitchen with tons of counter space. Kitchen features a 6-burner gas range, stainless appliances, microwave, beverage cooler, and single serve Keurig. Dining area is set up for 6 guests, 2 bar stools and an outdoor dining table on screened in porch is set up for 6 guests. Screened in porch also has a sectional sofa. A large screen TV is located in the sitting area. Laundry Room is located behind the kitchen and a half bath for guest use is directly behind the laundry room. Both are easily accessed from the screened in porch area. Upstairs on the landing is a TV area and outdoor sitting space overlooking the pool. Bedroom Layout: \- Main Level – Bedroom with a King Size Bed (sleeps 2), TV and adjoining bathroom with a Shower \- Upstairs left hall, first room on the left – Bedroom with a Bunk Bed with Trundle (sleeps 3 children) \- Upstairs left hall, first room on the right – Shared Hall Bathroom with a combination Tub/Shower \- Upstairs left hall, at the end of the hall – Bedroom with 2 Full Beds (sleeps 4) \- Upstairs right hall, first room on the right – Bedroom with a King Size Bed (sleeps 2), TV and adjoining bathroom with a Shower \- Upstairs right hall, at the end of the hall – Bedroom with a King Size Bed (sleeps 2), TV and adjoining bathroom with a Shower Parking: 4 cars are permitted and depending on the size. Management is not responsible for finding over flow parking. Pool is approximately 14 x 30ft Why Stay on East Beach: The stretch of beach along the ocean side of St. Simons Island is known as East Beach. A quant neighborhood of single-family homes begins at the access point of the U.S. Coast Guard Station at the northern tip and ends at the southern point of Gould's Inlet by access of Bruce Drive, which runs down the center of East Beach. The Coast Guard Station houses the present home to the World War II Home Front Museum. Pets: This is not a pet friendly home. No Smoking: No smoking is allowed in the home, on the porches/patios/decks, or on the property in general. Beach Gear Credit Included! Covenant has proudly partnered with a beach gear delivery service, VayKLife, to add even more value for our guests. Book a participating Covenant vacation rental with a length of stay between 3-14 nights, arriving between March 1st and October 31st, and you'll receive an exclusive beach gear credit! Redeem your daily credit for items including beach chairs, beach umbrellas, bicycles, tandem kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, beach carts, coolers, cornhole boards, and more - the choice is yours! Please Note: A $50 non-refundable damage fee is due at the time of booking. A $100 non-refundable reservation fee is applied to all reservations and is not refundable in the event of a cancellation. Accommodation Excise Tax Certificate STMA-13 ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 4.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123480000/123471900/123471812/ccc5abc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Island Dayz is a charming cottage, sleeps 6 with a pool St. Simons Island - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=123471812&PinnedHotelID=123471812&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118080000/118072900/118072899/aec53b14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cater Cove - private pool, 1 mile to beach, quiet! 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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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. ### Property is also known as 1002999 ## About the area East Beach, a neighbourhood in St. Simons Island, is home to this holiday home. Bloody Marsh Battle Site and St. Simons Lighthouse Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Massengale Park and Neptune Park. Captain Scott Owens and Georgia Sea Turtle Center are also worth visiting. [Visit our St. Simons Island travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Simons-Island.dx183146) [View more Holiday homes in St. Simons Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Simons-Island-Private-Holiday-Homes.d183146-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C31.14937%2C-81.36987&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qF27wN1fOt4jtXR1fCvkAaaQ7yU=) St Simons Island, GA ### What's nearby - ![At St Simons Island. Great place to view some birds in the winter and great beaches!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183146/b07e951e-ac22-4935-b296-80499b42aedc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) East Beach 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Bloody Marsh Battle Site featuring a garden, signage and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532654803/89e67972-2124-4667-b641-98c27fdeb938.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bloody Marsh Battle Site 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles - World War II Home Front Museum 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Massengale Park 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Demere Park 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles ### Getting around - Brunswick, GA (BQK-Golden Isles) 29 min drive ### Restaurants - Chick-fil-A 4 min drive - McDonald's 5 min drive - Starbucks 4 min drive - Wake Up Coffee Company 3 min drive - Ziggy’s 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private Pool | East Beach Cottage | Walk to Beach pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Private Pool | East Beach Cottage | Walk to Beach? ### What time is check-out at Private Pool | East Beach Cottage | Walk to Beach? ### Where is Private Pool | East Beach Cottage | Walk to Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private Pool | East Beach Cottage | Walk to Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brooke B. 14 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Great place to stay. Plenty of room for this work trip with my assistance in their children. Kids loved the pool and a really cool walk down to the beach. ##### Brooke B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy B. 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everything was great! The house is beautiful, and close to the beach as advertised! Very nice small island community! ##### Timothy B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott W. 29 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible Modern Beach Cottage We move been coming to the same stretch if cottages along East Beach for years and Astin’s Cottage was the best yet. Modern decor, space for the entire family, 5 minute walk to the Ocean’s edge and a backyard oasis to relax. We hope to be able to come back again soon! ##### Scott W. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie D. 4 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful home in East Beach The house is fantastic, was super clean and had everything we needed. Tons of space, the back porch is a perfect spot to be when it rains, lots of bedrooms and the kitchen was fully stocked. Will definitely be back! ##### Julie D. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### tamara c. 16 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home in great location The home was beautiful, the pool was perfect, location to the beach was an easy walk, the neighborhood nice and shaddy for taking walks, it was a short drives to all the best restaurants on the island. Our only negative was that the dryer stopped functioning on our third day there and the management company was anable to fix it promptly. So we were unable to clean the towels and clothing for our toddler. ##### tamara c. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda S. 23 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spring Break Getaway This property has it all- close to the beach, plenty of room, great kitchen, awesome backyard. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be back! ##### Amanda S. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandie G. 10 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home! Beautiful property! Loved it and will definitely be back. ##### Sandie G. 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