Stella's Retreat | Pet Friendly, Private Pool + Walk to the Village on St. Simons Island

Welcome to Stella's Retreat, a beautifully renovated 3-bedroom St. Simons Island vacation rental with a private saltwater pool, spacious outdoor living, and an unbeatable South End location near the Village, Pier, restaurants, shops, parks, and beaches.
Guests consistently tell us the same thing: the pictures simply don't do Stella's Retreat justice.

Designed for relaxed island living, this coastal home combines a private backyard oasis with newly renovated interiors, comfortable gathering spaces, a well-stocked kitchen, and plenty of thoughtful extras for families and groups. Spend your mornings walking into the Village for coffee, afternoons lounging beside the saltwater pool, and evenings grilling and watching a game from the covered outdoor living area.

Why Guests Love Stella's Retreat
Private 16' x 28' saltwater swimming pool
Prime South End St. Simons Island location
Walking distance to St. Simons Island Village & Pier
Newly renovated kitchen and bathrooms
3 bedrooms with flexible sleeping arrangements
King primary suite with private balcony
Covered outdoor living room overlooking the pool
Outdoor TV, dining area, porch swing & gas grill
Outdoor shower for rinsing off after the beach
High-speed Xfinity Wi-Fi
Multiple Smart TVs with streaming capabilities
Fully stocked kitchen with air fryer, blender & more
Washer and dryer
Games, books, chess and checkers
Private landscaping and backyard
Parking for up to 4 vehicles
Convenient access to beaches, parks, shopping and dining

Private Saltwater Pool & Backyard Oasis
The centerpiece of Stella's Retreat is the private 16' x 28' saltwater pool. Saltwater is gentler on the skin than a traditional chlorine pool, making it perfect for long summer days spent swimming and relaxing.
The pool's dark gray bottom creates a rich, inviting appearance during the day, while the automatic pool light gives the water a beautiful lavender hue after sunset.
Shellstone pavers extend from the back door and surround the pool, creating a polished resort-style outdoor space. Bamboo and mature landscaping provide privacy, making the backyard feel like your own secluded island retreat.

Covered Outdoor Living
Step outside into one of the home's best spaces: a covered outdoor living room overlooking the pool.
Relax on the porch swing or comfortable outdoor seating beneath the tin roof while two large ceiling fans keep the coastal air moving. A 43-inch HDTV makes it easy to watch your favorite team from the pool, put on a movie for the kids, or unwind outside after a day exploring St. Simons Island.

The outdoor space also includes:
Dining table with seating for 6
Gas grill
Outdoor shower
Porch swing and lounge seating
Two outdoor ceiling fans
TV
Direct access to the pool
When afternoon showers roll through, there's something especially relaxing about hearing the rain hit the tin roof while enjoying the covered porch.

Comfortable Coastal Living Room
Inside, the living room feels warm, relaxed, and distinctly coastal. Oyster tabby floors and an oyster tabby fireplace bring a classic St. Simons Island feel to the space.
A large Pottery Barn sectional and additional chair comfortably seat the group, while a 55-inch Samsung Smart HDTV provides entertainment. High-speed Comcast Xfinity internet keeps everyone connected throughout the stay.
For unplugged evenings, you'll also find books, card games, board games, chess, and checkers.

Newly Renovated & Fully Stocked Kitchen
If you enjoy cooking while traveling, you'll feel right at home here.
The newly renovated kitchen was stocked with real family meals in mind—not just the bare minimum typically found in a vacation rental. You'll have plenty of plates, bowls, cups, silverware, wine glasses, cocktail glasses, mixing bowls, cookware, and serving essentials.

Kitchen amenities include:
Granite countertops
Glass-top electric range and oven
Bosch dishwasher
Microwave
Convection oven
Air fryer
Coffee maker
Blender
Large pantry and cabinet storage
Oversized wooden cutting boards
Whether you're preparing a quick breakfast before the beach, grilling dinner by the pool, or cooking a full family meal, you'll have the space and equipment you need.

Primary King Suite
The spacious primary bedroom features a king-size bed with a custom upholstered headboard, dresser, ceiling fan, 32-inch Smart TV, and a large walk-in closet.
Step outside onto your private balcony, furnished with a table and two chairs. It's a wonderful spot to start the morning with coffee and enjoy the neighborhood before the day's island adventures begin.
The newly renovated primary bathroom includes a porcelain tub, tiled shower with glass barn door, vanity, and toilet.

Queen Guest Bedroom
The second bedroom features a comfortable queen bed, dresser, bedside table, closet, ceiling fan, and 32-inch HDTV with Roku.
Individual bedside sconces make it easy for one person to stay up reading while the other gets some sleep.

Family-Friendly Third Bedroom
The third bedroom was designed with kids in mind but is comfortable for adults as well. It features a full-size bed plus a full-size trundle, providing flexible sleeping arrangements for families and groups.
You'll also find a large dresser, closet, 32-inch HDTV with Roku, children's books, and a charming bay window with a vanity and bench.
The queen and third bedrooms share a newly renovated bathroom with a double vanity and fully tiled shower.

Laundry & Everyday Conveniences
A Samsung VRT Steam washer and dryer are available for guest use, making longer stays and beach days much easier.
With high-speed Wi-Fi, Smart TVs throughout the home, plenty of storage, and thoughtful conveniences, Stella's Retreat is equally comfortable for a quick island getaway or an extended stay.

Prime South End Location Near the St. Simons Village
One of Stella's Retreat's biggest advantages is its South End St. Simons Island location.

The St. Simons Island Village and Pier area is within walking distance, giving you convenient access to some of the island's most popular restaurants, shops, waterfront views, and attractions.
Mallory Park is approximately a five-minute walk, making it especially convenient for families traveling with children.
Beach access on the South End varies with St. Simons Island's tides. The beach near the Pier is accessible at lower tides, while several popular beach areas are just a short bike or car ride away, including:
Myrtle Street Beach
King & Prince Beach
Massengale Park
Coast Guard Station Beach
East Beach

Myrtle Street is approximately 1.2 miles away, or roughly a 20-minute walk, 6-minute bike ride, or 4-minute drive.
Renting bikes or a golf cart is a fun way to explore the island if you plan to spend plenty of time at the beach. If your vacation is centered around the pool, Village, restaurants, shopping, and Pier, you'll find plenty to enjoy without venturing far from the house.

Landscaping & Parking
Professionally designed landscaping surrounds the property, including locally grown St. Augustine grass, boxwood ferns, bamboo, ligustrum, and seasonal Confederate jasmine.
The mature backyard landscaping creates added privacy around the pool and outdoor living area.
A front parking pad provides off-street parking for up to four vehicles.

Your St. Simons Island Retreat
Stella's Retreat brings together some of the most sought-after features in a St. Simons Island vacation rental: a private pool, beautiful outdoor living, renovated interiors, a family-friendly layout, and a walkable South End location close to the Village.

Come spend the morning exploring St. Simons, cool off in your private saltwater pool in the afternoon, walk into the Village for dinner, and return home for an evening on the covered porch.

Treat yourself to Stella's Retreat and discover why so many guests say it's even better in person.

​​​​​​​Pet friendly: 1 pet max for a $150 fee

Please Note: A $50 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.

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 2-14 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!

Accommodation Excise Tax Certificate STMA-13