Hang up all your cares and woes and head to Southern Bell with Riverfront views!
5.0
Outstanding(164 Reviews)Apartment in St Marys, GA
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
About this apartment rental
Come and see why Southern Bell beckons. We are located on the second floor of the 1940’s original telephone office building right on the historic waterfront of St. Mary’s. Newly renovated in the Low-Country style this property offers incredible views of the waterfront. Walk to local restaurants, museums and parks. The ferry to Cumberland Island boards within yards of the front of the property. Cumberland Island is the premier wild beach experience with 15 miles of undeveloped beach to explore. Wild horses and historic ruins add to the adventure. Perfect get-away for the author, artist, or to relieve the workday stress.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of St Marys, GA
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(164 Reviews)5.0
Absolutely lovely and just as described. We cannot wait to come back. Beautiful view of the water and walking distance to everything. You will not be disappointed!
5.0
Cumberland Island has been on my bucket list for years. We stayed at the best location to do so much! We went twice to Cumberland Island, walked to several stores/restaurants, drove to Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach FL too! We even had some down time just to chill out on the porch and watch the boats go by. We even enjoyed the music from local restaurants from this amazing place! Highly recommend and hope to do again because there’s still so much we didn’t have time for. It was just the place I needed at this time. Linda was fantastic to communicate with and her mom did great with the decor!💗
5.0
We stayed for 4 nights. Upon arriving there was a very strong moldy smell coming from the air conditioner. Stong enough to make us ill. We contacted the manager and over the course of a day and 1/2 she sent a service person out to fix it. Day 3 and 4 were very nice. The place was very clean and beautifully appointed.
5.0
Wow! What a great location and wonderful experience! A must stay if you're visiting St. Marys! The posting is completely accurate--a great two bedroom, river front vacation home to welcome you to an almost island-like retreat on the St. Marys river. Moments from dining, nightly live music and the ferry to Cumberland Island. We were celebrating the retirement of a Navy friend at Kingsbay Submarine Base which is an easy 15 minute drive, as is Crooked River State Park. While we were out frequently, the full kitchen and available appliances and cookware would have let us dine in anytime. The deck was a great retreat to sit and overlook the river, or we could opt to sit on porch swings with a short walk. The next time we return to St. Marys we will definitely be looking to return to the Southern Bell!
5.0
My husband and I just completed a two week stay at the Southern Bell. It turned out to be the perfect place for us to explore St. Mary’s, Georgia and areas nearby. The view out of our 2nd floor living space was over the St. Mary’s River. We loved watching the Cumberland Ferry boarding right across the street. Restaurants were a short walking distance from our temporary home. Calm bike rides around town also helped us connect with the area (Saturday community market, parks to enjoy a packed lunch or listen to the local small band perform). Of course we went on a walking tour - Murder and Mayhem of St. Mary's - fun! At Crooked River State Park we signed up for a low tide kayak excursion with a naturalist. St Mary’s is located between Amelia Island and Jekyll Island. Both have amazing bike trails that go on forever. However it always was a joy to return to the Southern Bell…fresh, clean, comfortable and lacking nothing.
5.0
This was a fun, beautiful, remodeled apartment on the St. Mary’s River in Historic downtown. Comfortable beds and furniture, new appliances, washer and dryer and very clean. So nice to just walk to restaurants, submarine museum, shops and the waterfront park and Ferry dock!
5.0
Great property - great owners!
5.0
The property is clean, cozy and in a gorgeous location. We have stayed here a couple times and look forward to staying again!
5.0
My wife and I were very impressed with our stay at the Southern Bell. The place was much nicer than we expected and a great location. Cleanliness was exceptional and with all the amenities we never went to the store for coffee, cream, toiletries, etc…. We visited 3 of the 4 major islands in the area during our long weekend and would highly recommend the Southern Bell for exploring the local area.
5.0
This was my 2nd stay at the property. The location has amazing views and is so convenient. The local food is amazing. The unit provides a great living space. I utilized the laundry area. The owner is fantastic to work with.
5.0
Views of river for sunrise and sunset, walking distance to everything including Cumberland Island Ferry, dining, parks, and museums. Very well appointed with plenty of fluffy towels, soft sheets, and comfy beds. Well equipped kitchen. Lovely decor celebrating the building’s history without being overdone. Beautiful reclaimed heart of pine for floors, doors, and some furniture items. Very relaxing!
5.0
Arguably the best location to stay in St. Mary’s.
5.0
The apartment was absolutely lovely! Stayed for my uncle’s 80th birthday and it was perfect for our family of four. Will definitely be staying again!
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay! Linda was a fabulous host! Her place was charming, spotless, had everything we needed, and offered an amazing view of the river. The location was perfect for walking to the ferry and nearby restaurants. Communication was superb. We will definitely stay again!
5.0
We had a great time in this charming apartment! I really enjoyed sitting outside on the patio overlooking the water. The town is small but not lacking in things to do and see. This place is perfect for you if you want a quiet and peaceful getaway!
5.0
Great town, the accommodation was more than the pictures do justice and lots to do. Toured the town of St Mary's and went to Cumberland Island a must see. Food, location scenery off the charts, here we come again. A 10++
5.0
Clean, updated, very convenient to downtown restaurants, shopping and Cumberland Ferry. Highly recommend!
5.0
We have stayed here a few times. It is becoming our home away from home while we get ready to build in the area. We love the place and Linda is the best property owner we have encountered. Nothing is left undone, she has thought of everything to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable.
5.0
We had an amazing time at Southern Bell. It was spotlessly clean and really easy to settle into for our week-long stay. We spent a lot of time out on the deck enjoying the river view. We loved all of the windows, especially the views when there were storms.
5.0
St. Marys and "Southern Bell" grabbed our heart.
Our first visit to celebrate our 55 anniversary and we were so pleasantly surprised by the beautiful ammenities. It is perfect location. Hope you can keep this area a secret for a few more years!!
5.0
The accommodation were over the top super nice. The views and everything was really great, thanks so much for putting so much thought and effort in a lovely place .
5.0
We had a wonderful visit with only one hiccup! The electronic door lock didn't like us! Once we got in touch with the owner we were set to have a great visit. She even called to check in on us! The place was very clean and a great location! We walked to the ferry, to eat, and to shop. The neighbors were very friendly as always and we felt like we were at home. We think the bed is a full size and not a queen, it was very small but we're used to a king size. We had a great stay!
5.0
Literally right on the water. Fully stocked kitchen to cook your meals and enjoy while you watch the boats come and go from the dining room table or porch. This is such a comfortable place. The restaurants, bars, and attractions make this perfect for wandering around and enjoying the slow pace of a small coastal town. Impossible to feel anything but relaxed when I'm here.
5.0
I've discovered St Mary's and Southern Bell last summer, when I went with my girlfriend. We took the ferry to Cumberland Island, spent time on the beach, admired the wild horses and visited the ruins of the beautiful mansion once owned by the Carnegie family. We had such a great time that we couldn't wait to return. This year, for Mother's Day, I went there with my mom. We had 5 wonderful days. Everything was perfect: the weather, our welcoming host, Linda, the apartment at Southern Bell, the delicious food at the local restaurants. For my mom it was her first time visiting the US and I'm happy that I chose St Marys for our vacation. I would definitely recommend this place.
5.0
This was the first VRBO rental we have had that was better in every way than the pictures online showed. (If ya know, ya know!)
We loved this place. We were in town for the Cumberland Island experience. This rental is located across the street from the ferry dock.
A very clean place with all the amenities you could need. We enjoyed sitting on the deck in the evenings and listening to live music from the nearby bar and grills.My wife and I agreed we will definitely be back.
5.0
Always a pleasure to stay with Linda!
Perfect place to see St Mary’s
5.0
Very clean and well maintained property. Would highly recommend.
5.0
Thank you for opening your property to us. It truly did not disappoint us at all!!!!! the house is beautifully decorated, extremely clean and well stocked. We felt so comfortable here! St Mary’s is such a gem!!! Great restaurants, lots of history and our trip to Cumberland Island was very memorable! This trip was a definite do over!!!! Thanks again, Pam and Bill
5.0
Close walk to everything down town st Mary’s. Beautiful view of the river. We will be back. Thank you southern bell.
5.0
Weekend stay to visit Cumberland Island. The southern bell was the perfect location. Short walk to ferry, restaurants, and shopping.
5.0
Perfect spot for our needs. The host was very helpful and professional. Clean, bright, well stocked unit. Beautiful views.
5.0
We met our adult daughter and boyfriend and really enjoyed the area and location. Right across from where the ferry leaves for Cumberland Island and beautiful views of the waterfront. The apartment was nicely appointed and pretty, and a short walk to several bars and eateries. A very relaxing place to stay.
5.0
Very nicely decorated and comfortable apartment with great views of water.
Nice porch to sit,relax and take in the view. Good communication with owner. Must be able to use stairs to 2nd level.
5.0
This is a great little apartment by the riverfront in St. Marys, a perfect location for experiencing the little town and especially for a day trip or more to Cumberland Island, located right across from where the ferry leaves.
Very clean and had everything we needed for our short stay, we would definitely stay here again.
5.0
This property couldn't have been more perfect! It was picturesque and spotless. It had everything to make you feel at home and nice having two bathrooms. We spent two days going to Cumberland Island and it was wonderful to return home to our apartment. Very convenient to the Ferry landing. Would definitely love to stay here again!
5.0
Great property, amazing views, very comfortable....much forethought into design and accomodations for comfort and convenience.... altogether a great stay!
5.0
We chose this rental for its history and location. Perfect spot to access points north and south! We went up to Jekyll Island and down to Jacksonville Beach. Clean, comfortable, and nicely decorated. Loved the old phones :) we could t use the outside deck due to storms but it would have been lovely spot for morning coffee!
5.0
Great stay in St. Marys!
Southern Bell is in a great location and is spotlessly clean. Outside you can hear music from the Tiki bar nearby, but it is very quiet inside. We will stay here again .
5.0
Southern Bell ❤️
Perfect location, super clean, very well stocked with extras to make it feel like home! Added bonus, you can walk everywhere!
5.0
Best place to stay when visiting Cumberland!
We loved our stay at the “Southern Bell”! Our drive took all day in 100 degree weather and it was such a joy to come “home” to absolutely everything we needed! The apartment is very well decorated and spotlessly clean. Our main focus for our vacation was to visit Cumberland Island for 3 of the days (we weren’t interested in camping in the heat) and this little spot is located directly across from the ferry. We hardly used our car once we were settled in. The restaurants in St Mary’s are great, we never had a bad meal. Live music plays at the restaurant nearby the Southern Bell, so join them on Friday and Saturday night for a good time! We had a flawless experience with booking, checking in/out, and simply enjoying ourselves all week. We will be back!
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in St Marys?
The average price for a rental in St Marys is $230 per night. This rental is $2 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Hang up all your cares and woes and head to Southern Bell with Riverfront views!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Hang up all your cares and woes and head to Southern Bell with Riverfront views! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Hang up all your cares and woes and head to Southern Bell with Riverfront views!?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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