XO TYBEE-Exquisite, Sunny, and Steps to the Sand

Imagine staying in a house you saw on the cover of a magazine. Featured in the June ‘22 issue of Old House Journal, XO TYBEE is an invigorating blend of old and new, with an abundance of outdoor space for living and playing, and plenty of indoor space for lounging and dreaming. XO TYBEE is classic, quiet beach bungalow, and an exciting modern home. Come love your vacation! STR2021-00897 The space Built in 1930, and purchased from the family who built it, XO TYBEE received a thorough, year-long renovation which was completed in 2021. Threading the needle between providing the comforts and conveniences of modern life without losing any charm or classic beach style makes XO TYBEE a wonderful space to inhabit. The beach is at the end of the street, just yards from the house itself. Nestled on the beach side of Butler Avenue, which is Tybee's main drag, XO TYBEE is a half block away from the island's only grocery store and centrally located in the middle of Tybee Island’s north/south axis. XO TYBEE is no nameless beach condo...this is a place built with love and full of character. From the bedroom doors that open onto expansive porches to the found art and family heirlooms that quietly decorate the walls and shelves, nods to the building's history beckon throughout the house creating a welcoming ambiance that gives XO TYBEE a sense of depth and a very specific sense of place. Modern amenities make your vacationing easy and thought-free. Along with several murals by local artist Dana Richardson that were commissioned for XO TYBEE , features like the new kitchen and bathrooms, the indoor-outdoor beach bar and the projector with a 120” screen in the enclosed, ground-level living space ensure your comfort and pleasure. The kitchen is well-appointed and there is space for dining at the expansive island and dining table. On the porch is a large, reclaimed wood table where you and your guests can dine together in the cool breezes under the eaves. After dinner, relax on any of the several cushioned chairs and couches and watch the sunlight fade to evening while smelling the salt air of the ocean. Three of four bedrooms are on the upper, main floor. All enjoy beautiful light, and each of these bedrooms has a door leading directly onto the screened porch. Two bedrooms feature luxurious, Saatva, king beds, and the third has two twins. The main bedroom has an en-suite bath with a claw-foot tub. On the ground floor is a self-contained Garden Suite with a mini-kitchen, full bath, and a queen bed. The suite’s entire western wall features another custom mural. The kitchen window of the downstairs suite swings open to create an indoor/outdoor “Beach Bar” with HD TV viewing area in the ample, covered garden-level living space. Hang out with a glass of wine on one of the stools or hanging chairs, or walk around the corner to a cushioned, seating area to relax and watch a movie on the monster-sized outdoor screen. The house is surrounded by native grasses and plants and the backyard sports a TIKI fire pit around which you and your guests can gather to stargaze and listen to the crackle of the campfire. Off the back deck is where you will find the outdoor shower--a little luxury to rinse the sand off from a day at the beach. Generations have enjoyed Tybee Island here, and we hope that you will add to this history by making your own memories at XO TYBEE. Guest access You are walking distance to just about everything there is to do on Tybee Island when you stay at XO TYBEE. The island's only grocery is a half block away, the beach is at the end of the street and most retail and dining is just a few more minutes beyond that. There is plenty of space to store your bikes if you bring them, or we can recommend a place to rent a few beach cruisers while you are here. If you want to explore Savannah, it is only 25 minutes away. Other things to note We always recommend the purchase of trip insurance. For a nominal fee, you are covered in case of emergency. We don't recommend or endorse any brand, but there are several on the market and they are easy to find. We keep the calendar open six months in advance of the current date. If you are interested in dates outside of that range, reach out and we will try to accommodate you. Also please note that the "Accommodations" section is wrong. The house is beautiful, but it is an old house, and has not been designed with wide entry ways nor is it free of impediments like stairs for most of the bedrooms.