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

St. Marys, Georgia
$296 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

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.


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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Cats And Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 100+ Mbps (good For 1–2 People Or Up To 6 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Water Park Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Hospital Near The Bay On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Designated Smoking Areas Note From Host: Smoking Is Only Allowed Out Side The Home

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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Review Review

  • Steven

    Submitted Jun 3, 2025

    Stayed Feb 27, 2025

    Five friends enjoyed a relaxing stay and a fabulous visit to Cumberland Island.

  • STEVEN

    Submitted Jan 8, 2025

    Stayed Dec 28, 2024

    THE CANNONBALL IS PERFECT FOR A STAY INST. MARY'S

  • Robert

    Submitted Oct 30, 2023

    Stayed Oct 26, 2023

    Beautiful old house. Well maintained and great location. Spacious would be an understatement. Lots of character.

  • Jason

    Submitted Apr 18, 2022

    Stayed Apr 14, 2022

    Beautiful well kept 200 year old historic home. There was nothing more we needed, the house was equipped will all the essentials plus more. This was not our first trip to St Mary's, but was the first time renting this home. The next trip to St Mary's we will definitely rent this home again.

  • Ashley B.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2026

    Stayed Jun 11, 2026

    We had a great visit and really enjoyed staying at this home! Beautiful and lots of space.

  • JoAnn B.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2026

    Stayed May 26, 2026

    We enjoyed staying at the Cannonball House in beautiful St. Marys, Georgia. The home was built in 1820 and it did not disappoint in the historical category! The home is quite large with 3 bedrooms and each bedroom has its own attached bath. The upstairs bed was very comfortable and the showers had plenty of water pressure and hot water! The kitchen has everything you need for either a short or long stay. The home is full of beautiful antique furniture, chock full of Christmas decor! The porch is huge with lots of seating and very comfortable with the ceiling fans. Air conditioner worked great! Highly recommend the Cannonball House!

  • Michelle W.

    Submitted May 14, 2026

    Stayed Apr 6, 2026

    Very spacious accommodations, perfect location, comfy beds and lovely porch. Would stay here again! Note: there is no TV unless you have a streaming subscription.

  • Tina Y.

    Submitted May 3, 2026

    Stayed Apr 30, 2026

    We have stayed in this property for three years. It is a comfortable, roomy house. We have enjoy the quiet neighborhood and having easy access to many things to do in that area. The hosts are easy to work with and contact. We will definitely rent this property again.

  • Mike R.

    Submitted May 2, 2026

    Stayed Apr 22, 2026

    House was great. Plenty of room. We were there for a reunion and some of the other people went on a historical walking tour and came by the house because it was on the tour. Only issue we had was a dead weak battery in the door lock. Contacted the host and they sent someone out to fix it.

  • Nancy B.

    Submitted Apr 15, 2026

    Stayed Apr 12, 2026

    We loved our stay! The house is well-equipped and very comfortable. We found we could easily walk to the ferry and restaurants - so we didn’t use our car at all during our stay. (And the four of us are in our 70s!) Highly recommend!

  • Mike L.

    Submitted Apr 7, 2026

    Stayed Apr 3, 2026

    Great location in St Mary’s. Couple minutes walk to the Cumberland Island ferry and town restaurants. Would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a place to stay while visiting the area.

  • Karen M.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2026

    Stayed Mar 29, 2026

    The location is excellent for just relaxing and for short day trips to Jekyll and Cumberland Island. However, the listing several items that were not available. There was not a usable grill, no hair dryer in the bathrooms. A Keurig with pods is there but no regular coffee maker. I was disappointed at the lack of places to store away clothes and other items in the upstairs bedroom. Overall a great place to stay.

  • Charlee M.

    Submitted Mar 30, 2026

    Stayed Feb 16, 2026

    We loved the town. Very walkable! Lots of shops around. Fun restaurants!

  • Beth C.

    Submitted Mar 30, 2026

    Stayed Mar 22, 2026

    The house was beautiful, comfortable and had all the necessities without being crowded with a bunch of leftovers from other guests in the drawers. The host responded very promptly to all communications. We will definitely consider staying here again!

  • Angie W.

    Submitted Mar 22, 2026

    Stayed Mar 18, 2026

    What an amazing place to stay!!! So close to everything that we wanted to do!!! So lovely!!

  • Steven S.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2025

    Stayed Nov 26, 2025

    Amazing place, our family appreciated the holiday decorations. We will be back. Looking forward to the next time. Thanks to the host for the hard work making us feel special

  • Cathy C.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2025

    Stayed Nov 5, 2025

    We had the perfect stay in the Cannonball House! It was beautifully furnished, cozy and very comfortable. Loved the big, covered porches for AM coffee. And the comfy TV area just off the kitchen.

  • Robert S.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2025

    Stayed Oct 30, 2025

    Yes. Our third time staying here.

  • Stephen S.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    The house is in very close proximity to downtown St. Marys. We loved the neighborhood and the history of the home. Overall, a nice stay.

  • Kathy T.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2025

    Stayed Sep 2, 2025

    Very nice home and owner was great. But, had issues with the A/C. Owner responded quickly. She was planning to get the problem professionally fixed right after we left. So, should be good to go by now

  • Sylvia D.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 7, 2025

    We enjoyed the “Cannonball House”!! It was very convenient and walking distance to the town of St. Mary’s. It was perfect for a large group with many gathering rooms and and three bathrooms. We loved the home and highly recommend it.

  • Glenis C.

    Submitted Jun 7, 2025

    Stayed Jun 1, 2025

    This Cannon Ball house is stunning!!! From the downtown location to the private feel it was a total delight. The home is filled with charm, beautifully furnished and very roomy. The hosts are nearby and ready to answer any questions. We will be going back there again and again.

  • Jamie V.

    Submitted May 26, 2025

    Stayed May 22, 2025

    It felt like a visit to my grandparents house, I loved the nostalgia of it all.

  • Lyndsey S.

    Submitted May 4, 2025

    Stayed Apr 18, 2025

    We enjoyed our first visit to St. Mary’s and the Cannonball House provided a great home base for exploring. We enjoyed our morning coffee on the porch and late afternoon walks to the water and downtown. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. The house is spacious and was comfortable for the six of us.

  • Michele K.

    Submitted Apr 27, 2025

    Stayed Apr 23, 2025

    We love this house. It has the main living area but it also has a HUGE separate living area that is great for separation of space for multiple couples or large families with teens. It is very clean and toilet paper, paper towels etc are provided. It is the perfect location in St Marys. We easily walked to everywhere downtown. Our dogs fit in well with the house. And the porch was the perfect spot to end the day as we people watched. We will be back!

  • tracey b.

    Submitted Apr 14, 2025

    Stayed Apr 9, 2025

    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.

  • Erin M.

    Submitted Mar 31, 2025

    Stayed Mar 26, 2025

    This was our first trip to St. Marys The property was clean, beautiful, and location was perfect. We walked to restaurants, enjoyed guided tours of the town both by walking and kayaking the St. Marys River. The Ferry to Cumberland Island was within walking distance as well and what a wonderful day hiking we had there as well!

  • Tina Y.

    Submitted Mar 23, 2025

    Stayed Mar 20, 2025

    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.

  • Nancy S.

    Submitted Mar 23, 2025

    Stayed Mar 8, 2025

    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!

  • Josh S.

    Submitted Feb 26, 2025

    Stayed Feb 21, 2025

    Nice historic house in a great neighborhood real close to downtown. Would definitely stay here again.

  • James M.

    Submitted Feb 12, 2025

    Stayed Jan 1, 2025

    Very much enjoyed our stay. Lots of room, historic home, close to downtown. Owner very friendly and easy to work with!

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$296+
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