Sandy Shoes Cottage is a charming, updated Cape Cod-style townhome offering a perfect blend of classic character, smart investment potential, and an unbeatable location. Situated just a block from an ideal stretch of the beach on St. Simons Island, this versatile property includes a 1771 sq ft main residence with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, plus a 978 sq ft ground-level efficiency apartment for a total 2749 sf of conditioned space- ideal for generating consistent rental income or hosting guests with ease. A list of numerous updates has been provided by the Seller.
Step inside and feel instantly at home. The living room invites you to unwind by the fireplace, framed by built-in bookshelves ready for your favorite coastal reads and treasures. Mornings begin in the sunlit breakfast nook, and evenings flow easily from the charming dining room — complete with a wet bar — out to the spacious outdoor deck. Here, you’ll find a grill prep station, cozy seating, and dining areas made for long, breezy nights under the stars.
The primary bedroom and bath are tucked on the main level for easy, comfortable living. Upstairs, two more bedrooms await — including one with an adjacent sitting area that spills onto a private balcony, the perfect spot to soak in the coastal breezes and watch island life. A convenient upstairs bath and laundry area complete the thoughtful layout.
Outside, a charming beach boardwalk winds through lush green space, offering a peaceful walk to some of the island’s finest stretches of sand — with no busy streets to cross. Surrounded by more expensive properties, Sandy Shoes Cottage offers exceptional value and endless possibilities, whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a second home. Upstairs vacation rental/second home is being sold furnished and equipped. The property is being sold with the condition that booked rentals will be honored.
For sale
$1,200,000
231 Olive Way, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522
4beds
1,771sqft
Est.:
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$678/sqft
$571/mo HOA
What's special
Charming beach boardwalkSunlit breakfast nookCharming dining roomLush green spaceSpacious outdoor deckGrill prep stationBuilt-in bookshelves
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 01, 2025 at 09:38am
Listed by:
Ann Harrell 912-222-4002,
DeLoach Sotheby's International Realty
Source: GIAOR,MLS#: 1653569Originating MLS: Golden Isles Association of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Central, Electric, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Some Gas Appliances, Dryer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: In Hall, Upper Level, Stacked
Features
- Attic, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, Instant Hot Water
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
- Furnished: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,771 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Assigned, Covered, Driveway, Guest, Off Street, Paved, Parking Space(s)
- Carport spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Low Threshold Shower
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Open
- Exterior features: Columns, Courtyard, Deck, Gas Grill, Outdoor Shower, Other, Porch, Paved Driveway
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Residential
Lot
- Features: Sprinkler System, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 0408377
- Zoning description: Condo
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,Cottage
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- HardiPlank Type, Stucco, Wood Siding, Drywall
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Watermark Condos
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Pets Allowed
- Services included: Flood Insurance, Insurance, Other
- HOA fee: $6,848 annually
Location
- Region: Saint Simons Island
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $678/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $747,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,318
- Date on market: 4/28/2025
- Inclusions: Alarm-Smoke/Fire, Dryer, Gas Logs, Refrigerator, Washer
- Road surface type: Asphalt
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