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Absolutely Awesome, the Captain's Cottage

Absolutely Awesome, the Captain's Cottage

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The Captain's Cottage is the perfect getaway to enjoy historic Savannah.
Welcoming hallway with antique lighting.
Beautifully appointed living space withe decorative fireplace (NO fire allowed)
Charming antique accents throughout. 
Candles & fireplaces are decorative only.
Comfy queen bed with attached newly renovated master bath

Overview of Absolutely Awesome, the Captain's Cottage

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

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Savannah, GA
  • Popular LocationRiver Street3 min walk
  • Popular LocationSavannah College of Art and Design16 min walk
  • Popular LocationSavannah Convention Center17 min walk
  • AirportSavannah, GA (SAV-Savannah - Hilton Head Intl.)24 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1 - Master

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 - Guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 ensuite with Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Absolutely Awesome, the Captain's Cottage

The circa 1900 single story Captain's Cottage (SVR-00096) is an exquisitely decorated 2 bedroom 2 bath cottage situated just 2 houses from Washington Square, perhaps Savannah's most beautiful square. From the front porch you can look across the street to see the famous, Pirate's House Restaurant & Tavern. The Cottage is decorated with a wonderful collection of period antiques as well as comfortable Southern style furnishings. One of the most striking features are the sparkling chandeliers scattered throughout the home.

The home features 2 bedrooms with queen beds; one with en-suite bath, comfortably sleeps 4. Each bed is covered with high quality linens, quilt coverlets and comfy pillows. The second full bath also features a new large capacity front load washer and dryer. Both baths are stocked thirsty towels.

The living room features 2 armchairs, comfy sofa and large television. There are 4 decorative fireplaces throughout the Cottage to add wonderful ambiance & charm.

The kitchen was renovated with granite countertops and all new stainless steel appliances including a full size refrigerator, range, microwave and dishwasher. The cabinets are fully stocked with all your cooking and dining needs; glassware and dinnerware for 8 as well a set of Paula Deen cookware, generous supply of bowls, utensil's and accessories. Also there is a coffee maker & toaster. The kitchen is complimented with a breakfast nook and crystal chandeliers.

The dining room hosts a 4 seat dining table with glass top which beautifully reflects the light of the chandelier above. Across the room is a lovely Victorian double framed mirror.

Just outside the side door, sits a petite stone courtyard and is perfect for enjoying that morning coffee, reading or an evening nightcap.

The Cottage is PET FRIENDLY so that you may bring your best friends on your perfect vacation. The petite courtyard is perfect for them to enjoy, as well as having Washington Square nearby. Our community is very dog friendly; the neighbors with their dogs gather in the Square in the afternoons and welcome our visitors join. It is also great fun to take them down to the dog park just a few blocks down. Many restaurants have outside dining and allow you to dine with your pups. Most will offer them a water bowl and a treat.

There is a generous supply of on-street parking right in front of the Cottage. If you prefer a garage, one is conveniently located just 1.5 blocks West.

The Captain's Cottage is situated in the Landmark Historic District of Savannah, right in the heart of historic activity, nearby points of interest include:
*2 blocks from the famous River Street with loads of restaurants, dining, pubs and nightlife
*the Pirates House Restaurant is directly across the street
*the Pink House Restaurant is just 4 blocks West
*the 1790 Inn & Restaurant 10 minute stroll
* World famous Leopold's Ice Cream
*Forsyth Park is an easy 1.5 mile stroll among some of the most beautiful homes, squares, shops and landscapes

Cottages Features:
*2 bedrooms
*2 full baths
*Fully equipped kitchen
*Petite Courtyard
*2 televisions, Livingroom & Master Bedroom, Xfinity cable service
*Xfinity WiFi
*Single Story - a rare find in Savannah

The Captain's Cottage is a lovely home situated on a beautiful street that quite, easily accessible and conveniently located.

Property manager

Charles & Faye Owens
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
2 dogs100lbs total max; crates available. NO cats

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This is a smoke free property.
Stays 7+days requires a weekly cleaning. Same for pet fee. Request a quote in advance prior to reserving.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Savannah

Located on a river, this cottage is in Historic Downtown Savannah, a neighbourhood in Savannah. River Street and Tanger Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Forsyth Park. Factors Walk and Charleston savannah shoe co are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Savannah, GA

What's nearby

  • River Street - 3 min walk
  • Savannah College of Art and Design - 16 min walk
  • Savannah Convention Center - 17 min walk
  • SCAD Museum of Art - 2 min drive
  • Forsyth Park - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Savannah Amtrak Station - 11 min drive
  • Savannah - Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Boars Head Grill and Tavern - 7 min walk
  • Leopold's Ice Cream - 6 min walk
  • The Pirates' House - 2 min walk
  • Cotton Exchange - 8 min walk
  • The Olde Pink House - 7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Absolutely Awesome, the Captain's Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Absolutely Awesome, the Captain's Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Absolutely Awesome, the Captain's Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Absolutely Awesome, the Captain's Cottage located?

Located in Historic Downtown Savannah, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Factors Walk, River Street and Savannah College of Art and Design. Savannah Convention Center and SCAD Museum of Art are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sarah k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful stay! Exceeds expectations!
Property very clean and even cuter in person! Location was perfect! Walkable and close to everything we wanted. Quiet and safe neighborhood. All the amenities available to make for easy stay. Nice linens, pots and pans, dishes, etc. Charles sweetly texted to check on us throughout our stay. He reached out early about a potential issue (which ended up not being a problem anyway.). He was willing to flexible and helpful. Would happily stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

William R M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Journey!
The property could not have been more perfectly located to enjoy all that Savannah has to offer and had everything we needed and more. Charles was communicative and helpful with all of our needs. While we were not planning to cook on our relatively short (2-night) stay, there were ample cooking, eating, and drinking essentials had we been planning for a week or more. We were also impressed with the app-based parking available in Savannah (ParkSavannah). It was simple and intuitive. We will be back for more!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jerry K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Not Happy
The propery was as described. It was very clean but after we took our belongings in we discovered bed bugs on the bed skirt. We were so disgusted we had to hurry and get our things out fast. I called the owner who lived across the street and he came over and apologized and offered to call a friend to see if we could stay somewhere else. At this point we were not sure if we had any on our stuff so we had to just go home. We had to cut our vacation short because of it. We are not very happy and probably wont be renting with VRBO again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
The listing and pictures are completely accurate in describing this house. This suited our family of four perfectly. We ran to Kroger, about 1.5 miles away, and grabbed some groceries for snacks and light breakfasts. The kitchen was adequately stocked with everything we needed - toaster, coffee pot, dishes. The house is over 100 years old and the house is everything you would expect - creaky, layers of paint, and beautiful moldings/details. I appreciated the modern kitchen and bathroom though. Charles was great in emailing us ahead of our arrival with information about our stay. When we arrived we had an issue getting into the house; it was 100% user error. Charles ran over within 2 minutes to help us and we didn't any issues after that. I text him one other time during our stay and he was quick to respond then too. He also provided us a courtesy text to remind us of the street sweepers that would be coming through overnight so not to park on that side of the street. Parking was never an issue for us. We both drove and walked to our various destinations. I did find the website to be the easiest option for paying the meters and allowed for 15 minute increments. The house is at the end of the Riverwalk, so perfect to start or end there and walk to the other end, then head back down one of the other streets. The trolley picks up across the street in front of The Pirate's House so that was convenient if you use the hop-on/hop-off trolley. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint cottage
2 bdrm cottage in an historic neighborhood. Blocks from the River Street area. Also walkable to many restaurants and bars.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Charles & Faye Owens

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Charles & Faye purchased the home in 2012 and renovated the cottage from top to bottom. We grew up in rural South Georgia and both love history, historic homes & furnishings. On a trip home from the beach ~10 years ago, Faye and I got our first dose of Savannah; we immediately fell in love the with charm and beauty of the City. For the next several years we would visit and dream of one day having our on piece of Savannah. The Captain's Cottage is now that piece for us; we enjoy visiting Savannah every chance we get as well as having the opportunity to share our home with you.

Not only do we enjoy Savannah, but so do our 4 beagles, Bug, Ellie, Lucy and Scout. They love strolling the streets and visiting the squares; most of all they love the attention they attract from their new friends they met along the way. Scout's favorite thing is to stand on the porch and greet the walking tours; he tries to see how many passersby he can sucker into a pet or tell him how cute he is....

We hope you enjoy our home & Savannah just as much as we do and look forward to being available to offer suggestions of our personal favorites.

Why they chose this property

Each time Faye and I visited Savannah we found ourselves walking through Washington Square; it is magnetic, peaceful and beautifully maintained with manicured landscape. So when we talked about purchasing a property we knew the perfect home would be near our favorite square, Washington Square.

After months of watching the internet listings we contacted a realtor. It took just one visit to the Captain's Cottage for us to know this was it. It was exactly what wished for, 2 houses off Washington Square, 2b/2b, single story with a courtyard..... the perfect choice for us and our Beagles. We enjoyed so much we moved just around the corner on East Broad.

What makes this property unique

Extreme sanitation practices and cleaning (see reviews). All housekeeping staff were vaccinated in 2021 for COVID and flu. Even post COVID, we continue disinfection and sanitation practices as recommended under COVID out of an abundance of caution to minimize any risk of infection of any kind.

The Captain's Cottage is in the heart of the Landmark District, the oldest section of Savannah. Just 2 blocks from the famous River Street; easy walk to Broughton Street for shopping and dining; there are literally more restaurants within walking distance than I can name.

Every visitor coming to Savannah will visit the Landmark District so stay in the heart of the points of interest.

Our tree-lined street is one of the most beautiful in Savannah. There is no better street for strolling and enjoying the beautiful architecture, warm southern breezes and historic charm. It will take just one visit to see why Savannah is named the 'Hostess City'.

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