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Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town.

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Terrace/patio
Smart TV
Smart TV
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior detail

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town.

Beautifully restored circa 1807 home in the heart of the Saint Marys Historic District. This home, known as the cannonball home was originally a study for Horace Pratt, the minister of the first Presbyterian Church in Saint Marys and was located on the Orange Hall property. The home was hit with a cannonball during the Civil War and the damage is still seen today! This historic home has a traditional wrap around porch and 12 foot ceilings.

A lovey and short .3 mile walk from the home and you are at St. Marys Howard Gilman Memorial Waterfront Park, divine Saint Mary's Seafood river front restaurants, Knuckleheads Kayak Adventures, the ferry to Cumberland Island, and more.


Property manager

Janice Holtclaw or Debbie Britt

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is only allowed out side the home

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 39
Note from host: Check with owner for party and event information.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

PRIVATE_VACATION_HOME
Historic "cannon Ball" House
Historic Antebellum "cannon Ball" House

About the neighborhood

Map
St. Marys, GA

What's nearby

  • St. Marys Welcome Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Marys Submarine Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cumberland Island Ferry - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay - 10 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Brackish Beer Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pirates Point Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town. pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town. located?

Located in the heart of St. Marys, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of St. Marys Welcome Center, Cumberland Island National Seashore, and St. Marys Submarine Museum. Howard Gilman Waterfront Park and Cumberland Island Ferry are also within 10 minutes.

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Historic "Cannon Ball" House Close to Cumberland ferry and historic down town. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Five friends enjoyed a relaxing stay and a fabulous visit to Cumberland Island.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Nice historic house in a great neighborhood real close to downtown. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Home and Owner

Very much enjoyed our stay. Lots of room, historic home, close to downtown. Owner very friendly and easy to work with!
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second Annual Girls Get-Away

Once again, we enjoyed our stay in the historic Cannonball House. The house is roomy and comfortable. St. Mary’s and the residents are charming and welcoming. We will definitely rent this place for our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

tracey b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

historical st.marys home

Delightful and pleasant stay relaxing and quaint walk to the St.Marys pier areas. Market within walking distance very appreciative, Park near Oak Cemetary area a great place to sit with our dog and loved the Memory Bricks of all the Tributes. Cracken & Riverside were faves food wise and the new Divine store was a nostalgia delight.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent and Peaceful stay

Beautiful property in a beautiful town.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
THE CANNONBALL IS PERFECT FOR A STAY INST. MARY'S
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property and location

Stayed at the Cannonball House on multiple occasions - access to downtown St. Marys and Cumberland just out the door.
Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LOVELY STAY

Had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Quiet Property!

We really enjoyed this property. It’s walking distance to the waterfront and in a very quiet neighborhood made it a great relaxing place to vacation with the family!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice House and Neighborhood

House was comfortable and conveniently located.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in St. Mary's

Beautiful historic property. We loved how it was decorated. You could feel the history but at the same time it was nicely updated and very comfortable. It had everything we needed and it was very close to the ferry and downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Last minute save

Family was coming to town and I was sick. Last minute decision to rent them a house and the landlord was great to deal with. They extended their stay a day and that was simple too. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven N., LaPorte

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful neighborhood

Lovely home. Great location to historic downtown and restaurants. Loved the front porch.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

William, Hobe Sound, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home. Clean and quiet

Wonderful owners
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home

This was a fantastic place to stay. Very convenient to restaurants and water front. House is big with so much history, everywhere you looked there was something else to see. Host was great with communication, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee W., Eustis, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In the heart of St. Marys

We had a wonderful stay!! The hosts were very accommodating and communicative. The house is lovely and super cool, unique lay-out. Great location!! We will definitely be back to stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Corinne R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls getaway

Host was very nice and home was big and lovely but not as clean as We would have liked.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it all !!!!

Great House and perfect location. An excellent break from the dreariness back home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

JANICE B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love St. Marys

Love the location. Such a wonderful and lovely historic home. My family enjoyed sitting out on the porch and listening to the birds every morning! The host made sure we had everything needed to start our vacation off well!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M., Richmond VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this house

This was our second time staying at this house and we always have a blast. The porch is my favorite place to relax. The location is so close to downtown just a couple minute walk.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

jennifer y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Book club friends weekend

The Cannon Ball House was the perfect location to walk all of beautiful St Marys. The house was very comfortable and spacious. Perfect for our group of 6.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice area

Pretty home. Just missing a toaster.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Markus B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor day weekend 2023

We really liked the cannonball house with its historic interior, modern kitchen and location. The porch is awesone and we had a grest contact to the owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation at Its Finest

The house is beautiful, full of history, and with plenty of room! The location was perfect so we never had to use our car to get around town. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023