Houdini by the Sea

Houdini is a fabulous spot for a St Simons escape with family and friends. Lots of space for time together and plenty of private bedroom space. Pool is perfect. We’ll definitely be back!

Manager Response:  Thank you for your wonderful review and for being our guest at Houdini by the Sea! We're thrilled that this spot was the perfect escape for your family and friends, offering both shared and private spaces to enjoy. We're so glad you loved the pool as well!  It was a pleasure hosting you all and can’t wait to welcome you back for your next St. Simons getaway!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Dianne - Posted: 11/30/2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Houdini by the Sea property. The size of the home and the location were amazing. We were in town for the RSM Classic golf Tournament and were so glad to have such a great spot for friends and clients to visit. There are a few things that we notice could use some attention but did not affect our opinion. The kitchen supplies need some attention. We replaced the can opener because the one that was there did not work. There were no cookie sheets in the kitchen or any baking dishes like a Pyrex 9 x 13. It could use a few more serving bowls, there were small bowls or very large bowls nothing in between. We never found an ironing board, but we may do. Lastly, the plugs in the bedrooms are controlled by the switch at the door and that might should be labeled on the switch. It could use some extra blankets and pillows in the closets.

Manager Response:  Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Houdini by the Sea! We’re delighted to hear that the home’s size and location made it a fantastic spot for your visit during the RSM Classic. Your detailed feedback is incredibly helpful—thank you for noting the kitchen supplies, labeling the switches, and the need for extra blankets and pillows. We will certainly review these suggestions to enhance future stays. It was a pleasure hosting you all and we hope we can welcome you back again in the future!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Steve - Posted: 11/27/2024

Great central location for our family in GA and FL to vacation together! Plenty of room in the house for all 10 of us. Pool was refreshing, house close to the sites of St Simons.

Manager Response:  Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Houdini by the Sea!  We're thrilled that this property was the perfect central location for your family vacation, offering plenty of space and some great pool time too. It was a pleasure hosting you all and we hope to welcome you all back for another memorable stay next time you visit St. Simons.
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Carol - Posted: 9/3/2024

Peaceful. Serene. Quiet. Good location. We all loved this property. There is NO lack of communication between you and the property management team; they are on top of it from communicating before, during and after your stay. We had a transformer blow during the middle of the night which knocked out our power - I contacted the property management team to let them know. Next thing I know Georgia Power was correcting the issue within 60 minutes. It was really quick! Highly recommend this property if you have a large group; very spacious. I also recommend Lilmar Property rentals; they are very nice and cordial.

Manager Response:  Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Houdini by the Sea!  We're so happy to hear that this home exceeded your expectations and that you found the property so peaceful too. We're also delighted to hear that you had a positive experience with our property management team. We strive to provide excellent communication and support to our guests, and we're glad that our prompt response to the power outage was helpful.  It was a pleasure hosting you all and we hope we can welcome you back in the future!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Laura - Posted: 8/22/2024

My girlfriends from college. Graduated in 1978...get together every year. Definitely one of the best locations and facility we have experienced. We will definitely be back!

Manager Response:  Thank you so much for your kind words and for being our guest at Houdini by the Sea!  We're absolutely thrilled to hear that your crew had such a fantastic time at our property. It's amazing that you've been gathering for so many years! We hope to be a part of your tradition for many more to come. Thank you for choosing us.  It was a pleasure hosting you all and we hope to welcome you back again next time you visit St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Karen - Posted: 8/17/2024

Great place! Will definitely come back again!

Manager Response: Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Houdini by the Sea! We are so glad you loved this place and we look forward to welcoming you back again in the future!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Cameron - Posted: 8/15/2024

We had a family of 7. Plenty of room for everyone. The pool was wonderful and relaxing. The property company was great to work with. Location was perfect for walking to the beach and shops and restaurants. Really enjoyed our stay!

Manager Response: Thank you for your review - we're so glad your family enjoyed your stay at Houdini by the Sea! It's wonderful to hear that the house was perfect for your group and that the pool was a relaxing oasis for you all. It was a pleasure hosting you all and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Stephanie - Posted: 7/29/2024

We loved the house we stayed at. We had 7 adults and 4 kids. We appreciate that there is plenty of seating at the dinner table and the living room. Able to play cards/games every night. We love St. Simons and it helps that since this house was so close to the main street and near a great playground. We noticed tennis and pickleball courts across from the playground too. We ate at the Porch(more than once), enjoyed the Barrier Island Brewery and the doughnuts at Dulce dough! We loved hanging out at the pool. It's quite large! The owners had plenty of pool toys! We enjoyed the front porch during a rain storm as well. The kitchen was well stocked and so easy to cook. We also appreciated the gas grill. With a party of 10, it's just too hard to eat out at night so cooking at home is key. I highly recommend renting bikes. We rented four adult bikes and we rode every day. Easy to bike around. We biked to the lighthouse and the pier. Had no issues so we didn't need to contact the rental company. I think that is a first in our history! I appreciate that we can go directly to the house upon our arrival and use the code to log in. We would definitely stay here again! This is the second time we rented from Lilmar too!

Manager Response:  Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Houdini by the Sea!  We're thrilled to hear your St. Simons getaway was everything you dreamed of! The house sounds like it provided the perfect space for your family – from game nights and poolside fun to a comfy haven on rainy days. We are so glad that you were able to explore the island by bike and enjoying all that St. Simons has to offer as well!  It was a pleasure hosting you all for the 2nd time and we hope we can welcome you back again next time you visit!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Suzanne - Posted: 7/21/2024

We enjoyed our stay at Houdini on the Sea. It’s a great floor plan for families with kids. Our family enjoyed the convenience of the private pool. The outside furnishings were great for relaxing. Would recommend.

Manager Response: Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Houdini by the Sea! We are so glad that layout of the home worked so well for you all and that you enjoyed the pool as well. 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

Teresa - Posted: 7/12/2024

Great place to spend time with family

Manager Response: Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Houdini by the Sea!  We are so glad that you enjoyed your time with family at this house. We always want to provide a welcoming environment for families to make memories together, so we are glad this spot did just that. It was a pleasure hosting you all and we hope to welcome you back again next time you visit St. Simons!
-Lauren with Lilmar Vacations

Kevin - Posted: 6/24/2024

The house was lovely, but we found that for our family, the accommodations were not perfect. We probably would have liked to have had another full bathroom and maybe another half. The bedroom with the barn doors is not private at all. When booking the house, I did not realize how open this bedroom was going to be. The Direct TV was not working, therefore there was no TV watching which made it difficult with children! The kitchen was adequate, but there were only 8 forks. That made it difficult with 10 people. Therefore, we had to purchase plastic utensils. Also, needed is a reliable coffee maker. With 5 coffee drinkers, a good coffee maker is very important. The pool was fabulous and my grandchildren's swimming skills became so much stronger during our stay. We liked being at the very end of the row of the 3 houses, that made it perfect for parking.

Manager Response:  Thank you for being our guest at Houdini by the Sea and for sharing your experience with us. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the charming atmosphere of this home and that your grandchildren had such a wonderful time in the pool.  Your feedback about the accommodations is greatly appreciated. We understand the importance of a comfortable and private space during your stay, and we're sorry the barn doors didn't meet your expectations. We will be addressing the other issues you mentioned and will ensure they're resolved for our future guests.  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 Properties

Mary - Posted: 6/17/2024

The house and pool were perfect for our college friends annual get together. Location was convenient and house was exactly as pictured.

Manager Response: Thank you for your review and for choosing Houdini by the Sea for your annual get-together! We're thrilled to hear that this home was perfect for your annual getaway. How awesome that you all make time for these memorable trips - we’re honored you chose us this year. 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

Mary - Posted: 6/2/2024

Loved this property! Paid for pool heating (May 19-22 stay)—absolutely worth it! Property management is EXCELLENT! 0.8 mile walk to Pier shops and restaurants , very pleasant walk in early evening.

Manager Response: Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Houdini by the Sea! We are so thrilled that you loved this home! It sounds like you all had a great time enjoying the pool and the walkability of this spot too. Thank you so much for your kind words regarding your experience with us - it really means a lot. 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 Properties

Marla - Posted: 5/28/2024

Really enjoyed our stay! Location was great, the house was exceeded out expectations. Would highly recommend staying here.

Manager Response: Thank you so much for you review and for being our guest at Houdini by the Sea! We are so glad you had such a wonderful stay here and that the home exceeded your expectations! It was a pleasure hosting you all and we hope we can welcome you all back again soon!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Teri - Posted: 4/10/2024

Property was clean and spacious and just as described!

Manager Response: Thank you for your review and for being our guest at Houdini by the Sea! We are so glad you had such a great stay here and we hope we can welcome you all back again soon!
-Lauren with Lilmar Properties

Kelly - Posted: 4/10/2024