Circle Cottage

The location was not the best. Too close to the fire station and airport. The fire station had calls coming through all day that can be heard clearly by the pool. I was disappointed there weren’t more places to walk to closer to the house. Way too many emails and texts from the property management company. It became annoying. House was nice needs the walls and windows washed down. There were mice droppings under the kitchen sink. Paying to heat the pool was a rip off and the master bedroom sinks to the right has a terrible smells when the water is draining.

Manager Response:  Thank you for your valuable feedback. We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed the home itself, and we truly appreciate you sharing the areas where your experience could have been better. We apologize that aspects of the location and the overcommunication by our Team impacted your stay. Your comments regarding the home's cleanliness and maintenance are important to us — we have already shared them with our housekeeping and maintenance teams to promptly address the kitchen area and the master bathroom sink. Thank you again for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to share your experience. Your insights help us continue to improve and better serve our guests.
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Joanna - Posted: 4/26/2025

Loved the house and it was great location. Wanted to let you know that the master bath shower leaked water under the door of the shower on the floor. Wondered if you found a navy soft cooler? We had one on the back porch and it was missing. It was there and then after someone came to fix the heat on the pool/spa, it was missing. Thank you.

Manager Response:  Thank you for your thoughtful feedback — we’re so glad you loved Circle Cottage and its location! We appreciate you letting us know about the shower leak; we’ll be sure to have our team take a look and get that addressed. As for the navy soft cooler, we’ll check in with our team to see if it was picked up during service and follow up with you directly. We hope to welcome you back to St. Simons again soon!
– Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Jackie - Posted: 4/23/2025

Our family of 6 stayed here for 4 nights. It was the perfect house. Centrally located, a short bike ride to the beach. Pool and hot tub were great. There was a small issue with the hot tub but the management company was very responsive and the problem was fixed promptly. The house is very clean. Check in and check out process is easy. Would stay here again next time we are in SSI.

Manager Response:  Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re so happy Circle Cottage felt like the perfect home base for your family. From the pool and hot tub to the easy island adventures, it sounds like you made the most of your time on SSI! It was a pleasure hosting you all and we would love to welcome you back for another visit any time!
– Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Bastian - Posted: 4/15/2025

The Circle Cottage is adorable! We were three couples renting the home for a long weekend and attending a wedding at Cloisters. It was the perfect space. The kitchen was well stocked with all the dishes, glasses, and cookware needed. The beds were comfortable. I suggest adding sound machines to the rooms. The morning flights awakened four out of six of us. Outside of that, the location is great. We biked to the pier, to Mexican at Bubba Garcia's and to East Beach.

Manager Response:  Thanks so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear that Circle Cottage was the perfect spot for your group during the wedding weekend. It sounds like you made the most of the location, with bike rides to the pier, Bubba Garcia's, and East Beach! We love your suggestion about sound machines, and we’ll definitely keep that in mind. It was a pleasure hosting you all and we hope we can welcome you back again next time you visit SSI!
– Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Elizabeth - Posted: 4/14/2025

The house was amazing and perfect for our family vacation

Manager Response:  Thank you for your kind words! We're so happy to hear that Circle Cottage was the perfect fit for your family vacation. It was a pleasure hosting you all and we would love to welcome you back any time!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Paige - Posted: 3/31/2025

This is a great house with the best run management company I have ever encountered. Truly remarkable.

Manager Response:  Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay at Circle Cottage. It’s wonderful to hear that you had such a positive experience with our team—we truly strive to make every guest’s stay as seamless and enjoyable as possible. We would love to welcome you back again in the future!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Noelani - Posted: 3/26/2025

Everything was as listed. Very pleasant stay!! I'm glad I read the reviews to know to pay to heat the hot tub and pool. Perfect for our group of six to celebrate the New Year!!

Manager Response:  Thank you for your review! We’re so happy to hear that everything met your expectations and that Circle Cottage was the perfect spot for your New Year’s celebration. It’s great that the hot tub and pool were an added bonus for your group!  It was a pleasure hosting you all and we hope to have you back for another wonderful stay in the future!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Kristi - Posted: 1/8/2025

Great location, great beds, pool, hot tub. We would stay again. In the Winter months it’s real easy to get to places either by walking or a short drive. If you aren’t concerned about being right at the beach, which we weren’t. It’s just a short drive to East Beach. Fun neighborhood to walk or bike in!!! It was comfy and perfect for the four of us!

Manager Response:  Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the cozy beds, relaxing pool and hot tub, and the convenient location. We are so glad you thought the neighborhood was perfect for walking and biking, and that the home provided everything your group of four needed. It was a pleasure hosting you all and we hope to welcome you back soon!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Eleanor - Posted: 12/22/2024

The house was in a perfect location close to everything! The amenities were great and we had everything needed for cooking, sleeping, getting ready for your day, and relaxing. It was very clean and beautifully decorated. 😁 We really enjoyed the heated pool and hot tub during the cooler evenings. We rented bikes locally and were able to jump on the bike paths right from the house to see local sights. We visited the Lighthouse, WWII Museum, local market and lots of great restaurants. We played mini golf and walked the beach for seashells. We were able to even walk over to the famous Southern Soul BBQ place for dinner right from the house! The only recommendation I would have is to maybe have a few more hangers in each closet. Otherwise, we absolutely enjoyed our stay at this house and highly recommend it to others!! You will definitely not be disappointed! Oh and don’t forget to check out Driftwood Beach on Jekyll Island. It’s worth the trip!

Manager Response:  Thank you for such a thoughtful review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the fantastic location and all the amenities. It sounds like you made the most of your stay with beach walks, bike rides, sightseeing, and even some BBQ from Southern Soul—such a fun itinerary! We’re so glad the heated pool and hot tub added to the cozy fall evenings, and we’ll definitely consider adding more hangers for convenience. Thank you again for the kind recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back soon for more great memories! 
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Bryan - Posted: 11/1/2024

Everything was fantastic. Great place, great location.

Manager Response:  Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage!  We are so glad that everything was perfect for you all and that you enjoyed the location too.  It was a pleasure hosting you all and we hope we can welcome you back again next time you visit St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Thomas J - Posted: 10/4/2024

The house was in an excellent location, very spacious and comfortable! I would absolutely recommend!!

Manager Response:  Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage!  We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the spaciousness and comfort of the house, as well as its location. It was a pleasure hosting you all and we hope to welcome you back for another great stay soon! 
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Angela - Posted: 8/31/2024

Circle Cottage was a perfect house for our family vacation with our kids & grandkids. Stepping onto the porch and entering through the front door the house decor is so welcoming and inviting, Every bedroom you walk into you feel calm & relax The bunk room was the perfect setup for the grandkids. We text the Lilmar Properties and we’re impressed how quick of a response we got from The Lilmat Property Team. They Rocked! We surely will be back.

Manager Response:  Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage!  We're so happy to hear that this home was the perfect home base for your family vacation! We love that that you felt so welcomed the minute you walked through the front door and we're thrilled the bunk room was a hit with the grandkids! We appreciate your kind words about our team and their quick response time as well. It was a pleasure hosting you all and we can't wait to welcome you back to Circle Cottage in the future!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Vicki - Posted: 8/5/2024

Great stay and house especially for big families. Will stay again!

Manager Response: Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage! We are so glad you had a great stay here and we look forward to welcoming you all back again next time you visit St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Jesse - Posted: 7/13/2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location was great and the property was gorgeous and fit our family of 7 perfectly. Will book again in the future.

Manager Response: Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage! We’re thrilled to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your stay and that the location and property were perfect for your family of seven. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future for another great experience!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Justin - Posted: 6/29/2024

We loved Circle Cottage! The home fit our family and the pool was great for afternoon swims. Friendly neighborhood and close drive to restaurants and shops. We’ll be back next year!

Manager Response: Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage! We are so glad you loved this home and that it fit your family so well too! It was a pleasure hosting you all and we look forward to welcoming you all back again next year!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Shari - Posted: 6/23/2024

Great Place Great Location Great customer service

Manager Response:  Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage!  We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and had such a wonderful experience with us. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us, as we strive to provide the best experience for our guests. It was a pleasure hosting you all, and we hope to welcome you back again next time you visit St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Stephen - Posted: 6/1/2024

Amazing time with good friends in a gorgeous property! Thank you-

Manager Response: Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage!  We're thrilled you had such an amazing stay with friends here! It was a pleasure hosting you all and we hope we can welcome you back again soon!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Amy - Posted: 4/10/2024

2 families n i split the costs of the vbro Circle Cottage. We used the heated pool n spa everyday. And the location of this house is good. Its near all the shops n pier. The house is fancy and up to date with everything.

Manager Response: Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage! We are so glad you all loved this home and that you were able to enjoy the pool and spa too. It was a pleasure hosting you all and we hope we can have the opportunity to host you all again next time you are in St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Suzanne - Posted: 2/23/2024

Clean, appropriate FF&E, would rebook this unit. Would like to use fireplace, however.

Manager Response: Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage! We are so glad this home met your expectations and that you had an excellent time here. We hope we can have the opportunity to host you again next time you are in St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Michael - Posted: 1/2/2024

We had the pleasure of staying at Circle Cottage during Christmas. Everything about the home was wonderful. The beds were very comfortable, the house had everything we needed for staying in and preparing meals, and the decor made you feel right at home. It made for great memories for everyone! We are definitely thinking about going back next year.

Manager Response:  Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage!  We are so glad you had such a wonderful time here during Christmas and that you felt right at home here!  We hope we can have the opportunity to host you all again next time you are in St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Laura - Posted: 12/30/2023

We rented the Circle Cottage for our 25th anniversary! This was a perfect place! The house is beautiful and peaceful! The outdoor amenities made for a perfect get away. The weather was beautiful! The managers were very attentive to every detail and extremely helpful! I would definitely recommend this rental!

Manager Response: Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage! We are so glad we could host you all for your 25th anniversary! We are thrilled that you all loved this home and that you had a relaxing time. It was a pleasure hosting you all and we hope we can have the opportunity to host you again next time you are in St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Sheila - Posted: 12/10/2023

Property was great! Clean and up to date!

Manager Response: Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage! We are so glad you had such a wonderful stay here and we hope we can host you all again next time you are in St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Alex - Posted: 11/22/2023

We had such a relaxing stay at circle cottage. They had all the amenities a little family could hope for (beach toys, chairs, umbrella, high chair, pack and play). The pool and screened porches were a huge favorite. Great neighbors, neighborhood, and property management company to be around!

Manager Response: Thank you for your 5 star review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage! We love that you all enjoyed this cottage so much and that you enjoyed the pool and screened in porches as well! We loved hosting you all for your vacation and we hope to host you again next time you are in St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Erycka - Posted: 8/29/2023

This house is perfect…from the layout, to design choices, to amenities. The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare some meals instead of eating out for every meal. I’ve never slept so good away from home. The bed upstairs could use a foam pad, it’s a little too firm. The pool is mostly shaded, so the water stays pretty cool. I would recommend heating it. There is a playpen and mattress, and a high chair. My daughter rented these items elsewhere for the week unnecessarily, as the description does not mention them. And also available are four comfy beach chairs, umbrella and wagon. We walked the neighborhood daily for exercise. I highly recommend this property!

Manager Response: Thank you for your 5 star review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage! We are so glad this house was perfect for you all and that you had everything you needed for an enjoyable stay. Thank you for your feedback regarding the bed upstairs. We have made note of this and is something we can consider adding. We loved being able to host you all for your vacation and we hope to see you again next time you are in St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Julie - Posted: 8/15/2023

We had a great stay here, from check in to check out. It was absolutely gorgeous and everything was clean. Communication with the property manager went well above my expectations. They were prompt and very helpful! We will definitely be back here.

Manager Response: Thank you for your 5 star review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage! We are so glad you you loved this home and that everything was great beginning to end! We loved being able to host you all and hope to see you again next time you are in St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Kim - Posted: 7/18/2023

We are so happy with our choice to stay at Circle Cottage! It was incredibly cleaned, a great location close to shopping and restaurants, and friendly neighbors to boot. The pool was perfect for our family with two small children (5 & 2) and under some great shade trees so it never felt hot, even on the hottest days. A short bike ride or car ride will get you to the beach access of your choice. People in SSI are incredibly friendly. If you’re looking for a sweet family vacation, a pool, easy access to the beaches, shopping, and restaurants, we highly recommend Circle Cottage!

Manager Response: Thank you for your 5 star review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage! We loved being able to host you all for your family vacation and we are so glad that you all enjoyed this home so much! We hope to see you all again next time you are in St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Hilarie - Posted: 7/16/2023

Super clean, great location, and perfect for families with children. We loved the pool and appreciated the shade the trees provided. We will most definitely be back. No complaints!

Manager Response:  Thank you for your 5 star review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage!  We are so glad you had a perfect family vacation here and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Hilarie - Posted: 6/29/2023

The place was so cute and nicely located. It was perfect for what we wanted. Our only concern was we didn't realize there was a charge to use the hot tub and it didn't work a few of the nights we wanted it. They did reinburse us for those nights though. I'd stay here again and would definatly recommend it.

Manager Response: Thank you for your 5 star review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage! We are so glad you all had such a great time here for your girls trip! We hope to see you all again when you visit St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Tamara - Posted: 6/28/2023

It was a nice house, had everything needed ! We loved the location and the pool Suggestion to spray for bugs by pool Upstairs was 15 degrees warmer and AC didn't really help from downstairs Maybe an automatic vacuum for pool for leaves

Manager Response:  Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage!  We are so glad you had a nice stay here and that this house had everything you needed!  Thank you for your feedback on the pool area (spraying for bugs and vacuum for leaves) and letting us know about the upstairs being warmer as well.  We will be sure to make note of these items.  We hope you all had a wonderful time on the island and hope to see you again when you visit!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Michelle - Posted: 6/18/2023

The house is spacious, nice to have 3 bedrooms with king size beds & 2 bedrooms downstairs. Pool wasn't as large as expected, but didn't detract from how beautiful the backyard is. Could have used a small table outside between the chaise lounges. We'd stay there again.

Manager Response: Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage! We are so glad this spot was spacious enough for you all and that you enjoyed relaxing on the porches as well! Thank you for your feedback regarding a small table outside between the chaise lounges, it is noted and is something we will consider it as we strive to improve our guests' experience. We appreciate your input as it helps us make necessary adjustments to enhance our guests stay.  We We hope to see you all again when you visit St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Amanda - Posted: 6/6/2023

Property was beautiful as well as comfortable! Very welcoming and bright. "Cottage" is deceiving because this home is very roomy. Everything we needed was there and ready for us. Would definitely return to here!!

Manager Response:  Thank you for your 5 star review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage!  We are so glad you loved your stay here and that you had everything you needed.  We hope to see you all again soon!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Rhonda - Posted: 4/25/2023

The cottage is extremely roomy, comfortable, and clean. It has everything you need to stay for days, weeks, or months. The pool is relaxing and private. The front porch is large and provides great afternoon and evening shade. The back porches off the kitchen and master suite are such a nice touch to sit and enjoy the morning with a cup of coffee . The entire home is up to date with beautiful high end decor that is not only beautiful but also comfortable and very functional. The proximity to restaurants , grocery, beach, and downtown is close , yet far enough to enjoy the quietness of this desirable and safe neighborhood. I highly suggest renting this cottage and you will not be disappointed. I will return!

Manager Response:  Thank you for your 5 star review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage!  We are so glad you loved your stay here and enjoyed all that this home has to offer!  It really is an amazing vacation home.  We look forward to seeing you again!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Brenda - Posted: 4/24/2023

Great spot. Loved the pool. The house is very clean, comfy and homey. Close to grocery liquor store, golf rental and restaurants. 2 miles from beach. Definitely will be staying here again.

Manager Response:  Thank you for your 5 star review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage!  We are thrilled to hear that you loved your stay at this beautiful home and look forward to seeing you all again!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Bonnie - Posted: 4/24/2023

We had a wonderful stay. The house was picture perfect. Very clean, beds and furniture very comfortable. I absolutely loved the neighborhood and private setting in backyard where pool was located. Great location. Can walk to restaurants and shops. Host very responsive to any questions we had. Will definitely stay here again.

Manager Response:  Thank you for your 5 star review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage!  We are so glad you had a wonderful stay here and that you loved everything about this home and neighborhood!  We look forward to seeing you all again when you visit St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Laura - Posted: 4/24/2023

Nice spring break get away

Manager Response: Thank you for your 5 star review and for being our guest at Circle Cottage! We are so glad you had such a great spring break here and hope to see you all again soon!
Lauren@Lilmar Properties

Renee - Posted: 3/17/2023

Beautiful home with a very convenient location to restaurants, shops, and beach. House was perfect for our family. Very clean with everything that we needed. Check in/check out was easy. We’ll be back!

Manager Response: Thank you for your 5 star review and for being our guest at Crazy Crane Cottage! We are so glad you loved your stay here and that it was perfect for you all. We look forward to seeing you all again!
Lauren@Lilmar Properties

Chelsee - Posted: 2/20/2023