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Add a Local Touch to Your Cooking by Shopping at the Tybee Island Farmers Market

When you book a rental from Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals, you’ll have all the comforts of home, including a fully equipped kitchen. While it’s always nice to explore local cuisine and restaurants, some nights you may just want to stay in. After a day searching for dolphins or discovering local history, gather in the kitchen to make a delicious home-cooked meal. Elevate your dinner by incorporating fresh, local ingredients you picked up from the Tybee Island farmers market.

A Guide to Shopping the Market

Every year from March to October, visitors and locals flock to the Tybee Lighthouse to shop at the local farmers market. Open Mondays from 4 to 7 p.m., this seasonal market brings together a wide range of local farmers and growers, food producers, and artisans. 

Stock up on baked goods, local vegetables and fruits, sauces and jams, art, vintage items, and more from amazing vendors, including:

  • Larry Tuten Farms: offering fruits and vegetables
  • Cordes Farms: fresh baked goods and locally grown produce
  • Alake’s Georgia: shelled and unshelled pecans, along with candied flavors
  • Savannah Signature Sweets: “Southern Slush” frozen wine mixes and fresh lemonade
  • Isreally Good Hummus: hummus in a variety of flavors
  • Tee’s Bees: honey and honey products
  • Nina Louisa: hand-made unique craftwork and arts
  • Dr. Alice Gerber: a local artist who donate proceeds to fight Parkinson’s Disease
  • M&K Hobby Market: beach artwork and jewelry made from recycled wood

 

After stopping by the market, have fun back at your rental whipping up traditional Georgia dishes like Southern Fried BLT, Southern Peach Cobbler, or a low country boil. 

There is also a range of special events that take place throughout the season. Check the Facebook page for any updates regarding changes to planned events.

An image of a vacation rental near the Tybee Island Farmers Market. Make Memories at Your Tybee Beach Rental

With so many different adventures to enjoy during your stay on Tybee Island, there’s no shortage of fun to be had. Whether you’re visiting with friends or family, a quiet night is sometimes the perfect way to break up all the activities. Spend a night relaxing in your vacation rental from Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals cooking a meal together. This is the perfect way to reflect on the adventures so far and the ones you have yet to embark on. 

With a wide range of rental options, including cottages and houses, condos, pet-friendly rentals, or rentals with a pool, we have the ideal rental for your next North Carolina coast getaway. Call 800-967-4433 to learn more about our accommodations and special offers.

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Become a Historian: Visit Historical Sites in Savannah, GA

During your stay on Tybee Island and your rental with Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals, you are just a 20-minute drive from one of the most historic areas in Georgia. While Tybee Island is filled with more than 5 miles of picturesque beaches and countless activities to pick from, make room in your itinerary for a day trip to Savannah. 

As the country’s largest National Historic Landmark District, there is no shortage of history to explore. Let a knowledgeable guide show you around the historical sites in Savannah, GA on a history tour.

Learn from the Top 5 Savannah Tours

Whether you’re the history buff in your group or indulging someone who is, everyone in your group will be entertained as you wander the streets of this historic Georgia town. Before setting off for your Savannah tour, don’t forget to leave time to visit the Tybee Island Light Station and Museum.

1. Genteel & Bard

Discover for yourself why Genteel & Bard was ranked Savannah’s number one walking history tour. Book your spot on the walking tour that’ll take you from Colonial Park Cemetery to Chippewa Square and more. If you’re feeling brave, give their dark history and ghost encounter tour a try. 

2. Explore Savannah

Select from a range of tours offered by Explore Savannah. Enjoy a guided walking tour that starts at Wright Square and covers over 285 years worth of history. Wander at your own leisure on a self-guided audio tour. You can even book a private walking tour that is fully customizable or a ghost tour. 

3. Old Savannah Tours

Old Savannah Tours brings the history of the area to life on its trolley tours. Tour at your own pace with the hop-on/hop-off trolley or enjoy a 90-minute trolley tour. Other special tours include the two different ghost tours and a land and sea tour. 

4. Noble Jones Tours

Reserve your spot on one of the various tours offered by Noble Jones Tours. Take a stroll on the Savannah Saunter or learn about the city’s involvement in the Civil War. You can even tour the unique squares and homes on a gardens and historic homes tour. 

5. Adventure Tours in Motion

Add a little bit of adventure to your tour with Adventure Tours in Motion. Cycle along the cobblestone streets on an electric bicycle tour or travel effortlessly on your segway tour. There are even van tours that take you to Victorian cemeteries or some of your favorite Savannah movie locations. 

 

After a full day on a tour of Savannah, stop by River Street before heading back to Tybee Island. This corridor is known for amazing restaurants, like The Shrimp Factory and River House Seafood. 

A photo of a vacation rental on Tybee Island to relax at after touring historical sites in Savannah, GA.Relax on Peaceful Tybee Island

After a day exploring Savannah and its history, Tybee Island will be a welcome change of pace. Return to your vacation rental from Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals and enjoy a quiet night in. With all the comforts of home, our rentals are the perfect home base for your Georgia getaway. Learn more about our rentals and availability by calling 800-967-4433.

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Pedal around Tybee Island with the Best Bike Rentals

During your getaway to Tybee Island, you want to see as much of this picturesque Georgia town as possible. When you make a vacation rental from Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals home base, you’ll be close to area beaches, golf courses, and other area attractions that draw visitors every year. Make exploring Tybee Island a breeze by cycling around on bike rentals. 

A Guide to Tybee Island Bike Rentals

Whether you want to cycle around town or ride along the beach, there is a bike rental that fits your adventure. 

  • Enjoy free delivery and pickup of rental bikes from Tybee Island Bike Rentals, LLC. Select from a range of cruisers and start exploring.
  • Visit Tim’s Beach Gear to rent the perfect bicycle for your adventure, including trikes, children’s bikes, tandem bicycles, and a pull-behind child carrier. With two locations and free delivery, you’ll enjoy an easy and convenient rental.
  • With everything from cruisers to trikes, Fat Tire Bikes has a wide variety of bicycles to select from. Offering free delivery, have your chosen bike delivered to the front door of your vacation rental.

After renting the perfect bike, get to exploring! Only 3 miles separate Tybee Island’s north and south end, so biking the island is a must during your stay. Enjoy a ride down the birding trail on North Beach, or stop for a picnic at Memorial Park. 

An image of a vacation rental to relax at after riding around Tybee Island on bike rentals.Enjoy an Escape at a Tybee Island Rental

If you’re looking for a picturesque coastal town filled with adventures like biking trails and fishing excursions, start planning your Tybee Island Vacation. Enjoy a more private vacation lodging option by booking a vacation rental from Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals. Select from a range of rentals, including condos, pet-friendly houses, and cottages. Unwind after a day cycling around town with the luxury amenities that come with your rental, like hot tubs or tennis courts. To learn more about current specials or availability, please call us at 800-967-4433.

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Enjoy a Tybee Island Fishing Excursion

When you’re ready for a relaxing getaway full of sunshine and warm sandy beaches, then it’s time to book your stay at Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals. During your stay, you’ll have five miles of picturesque beaches to explore and all the activities that come along with it. If you’re looking for a fun day out on the water, a day fishing the waters around Tybee Island might be what you’re looking for. 

Top 5 Tybee Island Fishing Charters

Before casting a line, book an excursion with a top local Tybee Island fishing charter. You’ll be shown the best spots to drop anchor and fish to your heart’s content.

  1. Amick’s Deep Sea Fishing: Captain Scott Amick and his crew have over 40 years of experience, so you know you’ll be in good hands. Offering full-day offshore and inshore charters to shorter four to six-hour trips, select a charter option that works best for you.
  2. Miss Judy Fishing Charters: With 50 years of experience fishing the wats around Savannah and Tybee Island, Miss Judy is an area expert. Try your hand at offshore fishing like trolling or bottom fishing, or book a specialty trip for something a little more adventurous.
  3. Tybee Island Charters: Enjoy four hours of non-stop offshore fishing while casting your line for sea bass and barracuda. There are longer charter options that take you farther offshore, where you can fish for snapper and grouper. 
  4. Crabdaddy’s River Adventures: Focusing on family and friends, this charter is ideal for smaller groups. Captain John and his crew offer personalized excursions from bay trips, shark fishing, inshore trips, and custom trips. 
  5. Reel Em’N: If you are vacationing with a large group, this charter can accommodate you. With fully-rigged fishing boats, you just need to show up and have a good time. Try your hand at catching everything from snapper to mackerel. 

Check with the charter when booking to see if the cost includes a fishing license or if you need to provide one on your own. 

Unwind at Your Tybee Island Vacation Rental

After a full day out on the water, relax back at your Tybee Beach Vacation Rental. With a range of spacious accommodations, there is a rental that fits your needs. Book a rental with a private pool or select one that is pet-friendly. Please give us a call at 800-967-4443 to learn more about availability.

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5 Socially-Distanced Tybee Island Public Beach Activities

If you love everything about beach life—the feeling of sand between your toes, the soothing sounds of waves, and the warm sun on your face—then a getaway to Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals is perfect for you. Indulge in the Tybee Island Public Beach scene where you’ll have a variety of nearby beach options and have the opportunity to engage in socially-distanced activities. From fascinating wildlife-related adventures to thrilling watersports, you’ll never run out of things to do on Tybee Island. 

5 Unique Tybee Island Public Beach Activities

Tybee Island has five beaches, each with unique offerings. Whether you prefer a laid-back day in the sun or are always chasing the next thrilling escapade, you’re sure to find a beach niche that fits your interests. If you’re looking for things to do besides sunbathe, swim, and read a great book, consider our interesting assortment of socially-distanced activities during your Tybee Island vacation. 

  1. There is no shortage of watersport options at Tybee Island Public Beach Access. Embark on kayaking or SUP adventure, glide across the water on a Jet Ski rental, or learn how to surf!
  2. Savannah River Beach is a great place to go looking for local wildlife, particularly dolphin and bird watching. A quieter location, this is a great place if you’re looking for a less populated area. 
  3. Surf fishing is another popular Tybee Island Public Beach activity. Head to Back Beach with your equipment (make sure you have a state license) and enjoy a quiet few hours reeling in finned friends. You can also head to the Tybee Pier and cast a line from there. 
  4. North Beach is an excellent place to go shelling. Just make sure that any shells you take are vacant beforehand.  
  5. Early summer marks the beginning of sea turtle nesting season. Keep an eye out for loggerhead tracks and help preserve the sea turtle population by turning off your lights by 10:00 p.m. to avoid disorienting the turtles. 

Satisfy Your Beachy Dreams with at Tybee Island Rental 

Treat yourself to the Tybee Island Public Beach getaway of a lifetime at Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals. Choose the cozy accommodation that best suits your needs, and indulge in a number of area activities. To learn more about what we have to offer and availability, please give us a call at 800-967-4443.

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3 Reasons to Reserve a Tybee Island Rental with a Personal Pool

There’s nothing quite like having access to a private pool during a well-deserved and much-anticipated vacation. If you’re planning on traveling with a group of your closest friends and family, consider Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals. Our Tybee Island rentals with personal pools are perfect for groups of ten or more. Reap the benefits of having your private slice of paradise right in your rental’s backyard! 

1. Get the Utmost Privacy with Your Tybee Island Rental Pool 

Privacy is the number one benefit to reserving a Tybee Island rental with a personal pool. No more having to secure a spot by the public pools because you’ve got all the space and time in the world (relatively). Delight in long, guilt-free sunny afternoons sunbathing in the privacy of your vacation home’s backyard with a delicious cocktail by your side. 

2. Bask in a Hygenic Pool of Paradise

We’re all familiar with the unsightly state of some public pools—that rogue floating bandaid, the wet toilet paper smeared to the bathroom floor. However, when you invest in a Tybee Island vacation rental with a personal pool, you won’t have to worry about any of that. We do our utmost to instill the best hygiene practices so that you have a pristine place to lounge about in the sun and play your favorite pool games with family and friends. 

3. Any Time Is a Great Time for a Pool Party

Any time is a good time for a dip in the pool when you rent a Tybee Island rental with a private swimming area. No need to worry about packing anything or checking establishment hours. Just slap on your suit and dive in; the water’s great! If you’re not sure which rental to choose, consider some of our hidden gems: 

Find the Perfect Tybee Rental for Your Group Getaway.

When it comes to planning a spectacular vacation with a group of your favorite people, there’s no place better than Tybee Beach Vacation Rentals. Our assortment of spacious accommodations with pools offers a level of privacy that most other establishments cannot afford. Whether you want to lounge around the pool all day or discover all the things to do on Tybee Island, the choice is totally up to you. To learn more about our fantastic offerings and availability, please give us a call at 800-967-4433.

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