Emmons Realty specializes in vacation rental property on St. Simons Island
As a boutique company, we pride ourselves on genuine southern hospitality. We are a local business, and provide the highest-quality service on the island.
We have thirty years of experience in real estate investment, listing, sales and property management. Our properties range from intimate cottages for two to houses sleeping twenty. Whether you’re vacationing or looking to buy, sell or invest in income-producing vacation property on St. Simons Island, you will receive the highest standard of personal and professional care. Emmons Realty has provided generations with exceptional service and lasting memories because we love what we do - we’re invested in vacations.
912.230.5136
stay@emmonsrealty.com
$1,000 Cash Referral
We offer $1,000 cash to any licensed real estate agent (working for any company) whose homeowner referral results in a signed vacation rental contract for a property in a short term rental-friendly community on St. Simons Island. $100 will be paid to any agent for simply getting us a meeting with a homeowner interested in making their property a vacation rental. Agent Applications Accepted.
Invest in Vacations
There’s always money in the banana stand
Owning a self-sustaining beach house/condo is a dream Emmons Realty is here to help you achieve. With a great wealth of financial data collected over years in the business, we can help you accurately estimate rental income. For example, 2/3-bedroom properties near the Village or Beach see an average gross income between $30,000 and $80,000. Properties with pools typically earn over $100,000.
You deserve an agent whose sole focus is the sale and management of investment properties; someone with a clear, guaranteed roadmap to success in this endeavor. We will share with you all the elements that make for a fruitful, income-producing property – from necessary inventory to exceeding guest expectations – and happily notify you the instant any new properties reach the market, ensuring you never miss an opportunity. We’ve seen which neighborhoods have proven profitable for owners, we know which to avoid; let us spare you the heartbreak, frustration and costly mistakes.
Working with Emmons Realty means stress-free, superior service and competitive commission rates. After thoroughly inspecting every room, we welcome your guests with the assurance of our agents’ 24- hour availability to answer any needs that should arise; lock-out, forgotten gate code, etc. We’re invested in vacations, from your guest’s experience to yours as an owner, and the service we provide will keep your visitors coming back year after year. Fill out the form below or call us at 912.230.5136 to see what your vacation rental could be earning.
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The Island
St. Simons is an island of great natural beauty. You’ll fall in love with the small-town atmosphere of the village and pier. Climb St. Simons Light lighthouse, admire the Tiffany stained glass windows of Christ Church, walk the Wesley Memorial & Gardens, spot some of the island’s many famed Tree Spirits and go stargazing at Ghouls Inlet.
Enjoy rooftop cocktails with an ocean view at The Lodge and award winning restaurants such as Delaney’s, Halyards, Coastal Kitchen, Crab Daddy’s and many more. Below, you can watch a glowing testimonial from Golden Isles resident and PGA golfer, Davis Love III.
Policies
Each Property Comes Furnished With
Linens, towels, dishes, standard kitchenware, hairdryer, an iron, and wireless internet. So you won’t have to start your vacation with a trip to the store, we supply you with the following essentials:
1 roll of toilet paper per bathroom
1 roll of paper towels
2 trash bags
2 laundry detergent pods
2 dishwasher soap pods
Shampoo, conditioner, body wash
Liquid hand soap
Liquid dish soap
Suggested Items to Bring
Beach towels and chairs
Personal care items
(additional toiletries, toothpaste, etc.)
Food, condiments, games, toys
Cancellation Policy
60+ days from arrival - 100% refund
31-60 days from arrival - 50% refund
0-30 days from arrival – 0% refund
Inside of 60 days, reservations cannot be moved for any reason
Cancellations will be charged a $65 cancellation fee
Deposit Policy
$500 will be charged to your card at the time of reservation, a deposit which will be applied directly to your rental cost. The remainder will be charged automatically - 30 days prior to your arrival. If you’ve contacted us through Homeaway or VRBO, you will be responsible for their additional fees.
Our online calendar is updated automatically. All quotes are accurate and include all fees. Regrettably, we cannot offer early check-ins or late check-outs, as these hours are for housekeeping. If you need a late check-out, please book an additional night. No refunds will be granted for early departure.
A $50 charge (+ shipping costs) will be added for the return of any forgotten items.
Inclement Weather Policy
In the event of a mandatory evacuation of Saint Simons Island, all funds are refunded. Otherwise, we are open for business and suggest cancellation insurance for any reservations during hurricane season. Reservations will not be rescheduled, simply refunded and guests can rebook at their convenience.
Party Policy
We cannot legally host events at any of our properties. Loud and unruly behavior is strictly prohibited, and management reserves the right to evict any guests who cause such a disturbance without refund.
Pet/Smoking Policy
Our properties carry a policy of no smoking. Violation of the pet policy will result in a $300 penalty, and may also result in eviction and forfeiture of rent. Smoking inside a residence (or outside with doors/windows open) will result in a minimum charge of $300 for additional cleaning.
Properties designated as pet friendly require a $99 non-refundable pet fee. Only dogs are accepted. Cats are not allowed. Emmons Realty accepts a maximum of 2 dogs, with a maximum weight of 65lbs per dog. Dogs must be at least 1 year old. We cannot allow pit bulls. No exceptions will be made for any part of this policy.
Accidental Damages to Rental Property
Accidental rental damage protection is included for any damages or accidents, subject to exclusions and limitations that occur to the premises during your rental period up to $1000. Any damage or accident that is not covered under the policy will be the responsibility of the leaseholder.
Beach Rules
Glynn County Code of Ordinances sets the following regulations for beach usage: 1) no glass containers, 2) no motorized vehicles, 3) no littering. Animals are prohibited on the beach from 9:00am to 6:00pm, Memorial Day through Labor Day. At other times, animals are permitted and must remain in the owner’s immediate control. Animal owners are required to clean up after their animals on the beach at all times.