St. Simons Island, GA, United States
The Davis:Restored 1940s Coastal Retreat | 5BR/4BA - Holiday Home
The Davis is a thoughtfully restored 1942 luxury coastal retreat in the heart of Saint Simons Island's historic Ogelthorpe Park. Sleeps 14 across a 4BD/3BA main home + private 1BD/1BA cottage. Perfect for holiday trips, family gatherings, golf groups, reunions, and extended winter snowbird stays. Enjoy breezy porches, firepit evenings, and a central location 5 minutes to the beach, Village, and top dining. Flexible stays + seasonal specials!
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The Davis is perfect for families of all generations, designed to meet every need and create lifelong memories! With a keen eye for design, The Davis offers a 'gramable serene and chic retreat, styled in breathtaking minimal modern coastal aesthetic. Enjoy the charm of vintage local photography that revives sweet nostalgia. Our properties feature cozy mattresses, 100% cotton linens, fluffy down pillows, and proper fitted sheets—no hotel shortcuts here! Guests with littles? We've got you covered! Access 2 Graco Pack-n-Plays, a collapsible Ingenuity highchair, 2 booster seats, and a baby bathtub. Set up the Pack-n-Plays in either king bedroom or their cozy closets (aka baby nooks) with outlets for monitors, sound machines, and fans. Comfort for everyone! Front King: Stream with Roku TV, sleep soundly on the king bed, or the twin daybed with pull-out trundle in the sunny office space. Refresh in the large oversized shower and enjoy the spacious walk-in closet. Perfect for comfort and convenience! Bunkroom: Sleeps 4 in twin beds, perfect for kids or a gaggle of girls on a weekend getaway. Complete with children's books and games for fun and comfort! Middle Queen: Sleeps 2 in a comfy queen bed. Your perfect cozy retreat awaits! Rear King: Relax with Roku streaming TV, sleep soundly on the king bed, enjoy the cozy conversation area, and refresh in the large oversized shower. Plus, take advantage of the spacious walk-in closet! Perfect for unwinding! Guest House: Sleeps 2 in the cozy queen bed and 2 more on the comfy queen fold-down Crate and Barrel sofa bed. Whip up a treat in the kitchenette, complete with a coffee pot and wine tumblers. Indulge in the large, oversized shower for a refreshing experience! Kick back in the living room! Enjoy the Roku streaming TV and brand new Anabei sectional, perfect for cozying up and watching your favorite flicks in comfort. Dine in style! Enjoy sipping and nibbling at various spots: 4 barstools at the island, 8 at the oversized dining table, 6 on the back porch, plus additional seating for 6. Perfect for every meal! Party on the porch! Choose your favorite outdoor game and set up under the sparkling string lights or on the back lawn. Take a spin on the saucer swing for extra fun! Start your day right! Our kitchen offers complimentary beans from Wake Up Coffee Company. Fully stocked with a blender, panini press, coffee pot, tea kettle, stock pots, outdoor grill, and more. Cook up a storm! Indulge in luxury! Our bathrooms are stocked with all-natural, sustainable Public Goods products, including shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, and hand soap. Pamper yourself! Laundry day made easy! Our laundry room is stocked with Public Goods products to keep your belongings fresh and clean. Rainy days? No problem! Dive into our stash of local books and games, perfect for guests of all ages. Fun and relaxation guaranteed! Don't see something? Just reach out and ask. We love ensuring every stay is 5-star worthy!
House Rules
TERMS PRIOR TO BOOKING 1. Parties / Confirmation / ID Verification / Same Day / Min Age / Residential Use NO PARTIES: The City of St. Simons Island & Komoto Coastal Properties have a zero tolerance for parties and / or unregistered events. By booking and staying at the property, you acknowledge and agree that you have no intention of organizing or hosting any parties or unauthorized events during your stay. Please note that no decorations should be applied to the walls, as this can cause damage to the paint and sheetrock. If any damage is found, guests will be held liable for the repairs. You further agree that any violation of this provision may result in immediate termination of your booking, eviction from the property, forfeiture of any payments or security deposits made, and being subject to additional fines. ADDITIONAL IDENTITY VERIFICATION: Due to short-term rental regulations in St. Simons Island, additional identity verification is required for all guests just like a hotel. We need to verify that your booking profile is indeed your own and prevents stolen identities. Komoto Coastal Properties utilizes a secure third-party vetting provider Know Your Guest (a Superhog technology company solution) with 256-bit military encryption and GDPR compliance; we do not store, keep or disseminate your information in any way. Manager/host reserves the right to cancel any unconfirmed bookings without liability and shall not be responsible for any inconvenience or damages incurred by the Guest as a result of such cancellation. Before your booking begins, you will need to verify your details with us to complete your booking. Please check your spam folder for an email from noreply @ superhog . com if you do not see the email in your inbox. Your booking is subject to cancellation if not verified within 48 hours. POST 1PM BOOKINGS FOR SAME-DAY CHECK-IN: If you book for a same-day check-in after 1 PM, please be aware that we may require until 6 PM to fully prepare and clean your unit, as well as conduct a thorough quality check and restock it. This is due to our vendor scheduling process, which initially showed the home as vacant and scheduled the necessary tasks for the later shift of our in-field teams. Should this situation arise, we will inform you promptly, and you are welcome to drop off your bags at our 4 PM check-in time. Your patience is greatly appreciated as we strive to make everything picture-perfect for your stay! MINIMUM AGE: The minimum age for booking a Komoto Coastal Properties property is 30 years old. On a case by case basis we reserve the right to make exceptions to this rule. Further clarification of stay details, confirmation of awareness of all house rules and that there is a zero tolerance of events as well as an additional deposit may be required in the instance of exception. Person responsible for booking is requird to remain on property for duration of booking. For every 4 people younger than 21, there must be one adult on site 30 years of age or older. Violators will be removed from the property without reimbursement. RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY: Occupant is required to utilize the premises strictly as a residence, adhering to all relevant laws and regulations. Site location production work and photography can be approved on a case by case basis and is a different rental structure and agreement. Any content shot or created inside the premises that has not been approved or licensed is default owned by Management. USE & MAINTENANCE OF THE RENTAL: The Guest agrees to use the Rental Unit only for the purpose for which it is rented herein and in accordance with this Agreement. The Guest further covenants and agrees to maintain the Rental Unit in a clean, orderly, safe, and sanitary condition, free of trash, junk, pet excrement, refuse, nuisances, or conditions that threaten or tend to threaten the health or safety of anyone, and in a manner or condition which is aesthetically pleasing. The Guest shall not permit any use of the Rental Unit which is inconsistent with or contrary to this Agreement, or which is contrary to applicable laws, rules, and/or regulations ("Applicable Laws"). No business may be conducted from the Rental Unit. TERMS UPON CONFIRMATION OF BOOKING 1. Pets / Service Animals PET POLICY: While we love your furry friends, this home does not allow pets as the owner's children have severe pet allergies. A $500 fee will be charged per undisclosed pet, and a $25 fee will be charged per poop left behind. Guests are liable for any pet damages. SERVICE ANIMALS: Guests with a licensed ADA service animal must adhere to strict guidelines. You must inform us of answers to the following two questions: Is the assistance animal required because of a disability? What work or task has the animal been trained to perform? And acknowledge and agree to the following: Your Service Dog/ESA may not be left unattended. (Crating and leaving the animal in your absence is not permitted; the animal must accompany you AT ALL TIMES). The guest is responsible for any damage caused by the service animal. Additional charges may apply for damage or extra cleaning caused by the stay. Misrepresenting a pet as a service animal may result in eviction without refund. Service animals/ESAs may not be on furniture or counters unless necessary for the disability. There are rules to ensure a pleasant stay for all guests, such as not leaving the service animal unattended, providing a copy of the rabies and bordatella vaccines, a copy of current heartworm/intestinal parasite/flea/tick prevention, keeping the animal on a leash, and cleaning up after it. 3. Termination / Holding Over & Late Fees NON-PAYMENT: In the event of any failure to make timely payments as stipulated in this agreement, it shall be considered a material breach, resulting in the immediate termination of the rental agreement. The guest shall be required to vacate the premises promptly. Furthermore, the guest acknowledges and agrees that any third-party agency fees incurred in the effort to recover the outstanding funds will be the sole responsibility of the guest. These fees may include, but are not limited to, charges contracted with collection agencies or legal entities engaged in the recovery of the due funds. EARLY CHECK-IN POLICY: Standard check-in time is 4 PM. Early check-in requests may be made the day before check-in on a case by case basis determined by if there is a same day check out and availability of expedited cleaning services. If approved, you hereby grant us the authority to charge a $100 per hour early check-in fee. If the early check-in requires expedited cleaning services in order to turn over a property from a previous guest on the same day, you here by grant the authority to charge a $150 expedited cleaning fee. Your understanding and adherence to these policies are crucial in ensuring a smooth and respectful stay for all parties involved. LATE CHECK-OUT POLICY/ HOLDING OVER: Standard check-out time is 10 AM. If you fail to vacate the property by the designated check-out time or the agreed-upon late check-out time with Komoto Coastal Properties, you hereby grant us the authority to impose a late departure fee of up to one night's rental cost, along with a $150 cleaner call-out fee and are liable for any future lost rents, and $25 for every 15 minutes past checkout. Furthermore, we retain the right to remove all occupants and their belongings from the premises and abandoned property may be disposed of without liability. Manager has a lien on all property for unpaid sums. Should an uncommunicated late check-out or squatter event disrupt the arrival of an incoming guest, you will be held liable for the lost revenue incurred by the affected reservation. In cases where unlawful occupation of the property necessitates the intervention of private security or law enforcement by Komoto Coastal Properties, you will be responsible for covering all related rents, fees and f...
Other Details to Note
The Davis Guest Experience Team offers standout concierge-style hosting. Feel at ease knowing every need is thoughtfully cared for. Need something extra? We can stock the fridge, rent beach gear, arrange an in-home chef, fishing, boating, paddle-boarding, horseback riding, spa experiences, and more—for an additional fee. Simply inquire to customize your booking!
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Drying rack for clothing
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Drying rack for clothing
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
Family
- Babysitter recommendations
- Baby bath
- Baby monitor
- Board games
- Children's books and toys
- Children's tableware
- Crib
- High chair
- Pack 'n Play/travel crib
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Mini Fridge
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Location features
- Beach access
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Outdoors
- BBQ grill
- Beach essentials Beach towels, umbrella, beach blanket, snorkeling gear
- Fire pit
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio or balcony
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
- Single level home No stairs in home
- Free street parking
Services
- Cleaning before checkout
- Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more
- Luggage dropoff allowed For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure
Accessibility and Availability
Neighborhood
The Davis is conveniently located in the historic mid-south neighborhood of Oglethorpe Park, this home was originally built as a WWII military home in 1942, later transitioning to serve as the military community’s daycare center, and later yet it was renovated further as a private residence. The Davis located 10 minutes from everything on the south end through the north end, guests can easily enjoy the island has to offer. Our hope is that you’ll fall in love with our island home; from it’s never ending sources of outdoor adventures, unbeatable scenery that earned the vote as the number one favorite beach town by Travel and Leisure, beautiful beaches, foodie-worthy eateries, relaxing spas, rich local history, unique boutiques, and best of all the people who create the very heart beat of the island.
Guest Access
Full property access! Enjoy secured, keyless entry with Kwikset touchpads. (Excludes locked host supply and HVAC closet across from laundry.)
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The Davis provides free private parking for up to 5 cars. Please be careful to not block either neighbor's mailbox.
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