Travelers today are seeking tailored experiences that last long after they return to their reality. With endless vacation opportunities right at our fingertips, it’s essential to bring something unique and memorable to make your guests’ stay special. New South Home, in partnership with South Key Management, has mastered the art of transforming short-term rental accommodations into unforgettable destinations. Our combined approach blends thoughtful design with strategic hospitality management, resulting in spaces that feel like home while driving bookings and garnering glowing guest reviews.
By prioritizing design elements that balance comfort, functionality, and local flair, New South Home designed interiors invite guests to relax, explore, and share their experiences. Every detail, from curated furnishings to intentional color palettes and personalized touches, fosters a sense of belonging and grace.
In this blog, we’ll explore how New South Home’s creative vision—supported by South Key Management’s expertise—turns ordinary stays into cherished places and how our design philosophy boosts bookings and guest satisfaction.
Partnering with South Key Management for Premium Vacation Rental Experiences
Our award-winning team is known for crafting unforgettable homes and guest experiences in Savannah and other cities across the Southeast. By partnering with South Key, a trusted leader in premium vacation rentals known for their dedication to comfort, quality, and hospitality, we’re able to extend our brand’s reach and invite even more people to enjoy and realize what a gracious living life can be like in a New South Home Away from Home.
South Key Management embodies the essence of Southern hospitality. Born out of years of customer service experience in various hospitality environments, from boutique hotels to the restaurant business, their team knows how to leave guests smiling and coming back for more. Consistently awarded Best of Savannah, South Key has earned a reputation as the city’s premier vacation rental service, with their guest services being the hallmark of their brand. From award recognitions to glowing reviews, their five-star approach continues to surprise and delight new and recurring visitors. Their local roots mean they know Savannah like the back of their hand, and they take pride in keeping their city and the properties they manage top-of-the-line, while sharing their love of the town with others.
This partnership is rooted in shared values where we both stay committed to timeless style, the spirit of a Southern welcome, and guest-focused functionality, ensuring that every property is equal parts stunning and functional. Whether you’re visiting Savannah for the first time or entrusting South Key to manage your property, their commitment to kindness, attention to detail, and exceptional service ensures that every interaction reflects the heart of the South.
What sets South Key and New South Home’s’ properties apart is a focus on local authenticity and exceptional attention to detail. Nestled within two blocks of the iconic Forsyth Park lies a lush, Spanish moss-draped heart of Savannah’s Historic District where guests can enjoy immediate access to local gems. Just steps from your front door, you’ll find the Victorian District’s charming architecture, blooms, and shaded paths of Forsyth Park itself, and attractions like the Savannah African Art Museum and the vibrant Collins Quarter Café. Within easy strolling distance, guests can explore Whitaker Street’s boutiques, Madison Square, Monterey Square, and the grand mansions that line Gaston Street.
By combining stylish, comfortable interiors with a prime Savannah location, New South Home and South Key ensure that guests are immersed in the essence of the city, creating luxurious stays, rich in character and convenience, and exceeding expectations one stay at a time.
New South Home & South Key Management’s Vacation Rentals | Book Your Stay in Savannah’s Historic District
1. Spacious Luxurious Townhome – 2 Blocks to Forsyth
On the main floor of the Spacious Luxurious Townhome – 2 Blocks to Forsyth, you’ll find an open floor layout and large bay windows that invite the natural light and the surrounding environment in. The cozy breakfast nook invites each guest to stay a while in a sophisticated backdrop for their morning coffee or daily reads. Come nightfall, you can take in the spacious living room for a cocktail with friends or share some dinner-time laughs. A glass-top modern writing desk invites quiet moments, while an 8-person dining table under a glittering chandelier is perfect for shared meals and memories.
The main level features a spacious and well-stocked kitchen with plenty of storage, modern stainless-steel appliances, and a wall of large windows that fill the room with natural light. Drift into a restful night’s sleep in one of three spacious, inviting beds, thoughtfully layered with crisp luxury linens and plush pillows.
2. Cozy Modern Studio Just 2 Blocks To Forsyth Park
This Cozy Modern Studio Just 2 Blocks To Forsyth Park offers everything you need for a weekend getaway or change of scenery! Fitted with a queen bed and pull-out twin couch, this rental is perfect for couples or small families.
The studio has a fully functional kitchenette with a stovetop, mini-fridge, toaster, microwave, and Keurig coffee maker. Relax and indulge in a full spacious bath with a shower-tub combo. This space is welcoming and comfortable and an easy walk to Forsyth Park and all that the town has to offer!
3. The Jungle House | 1850s Home Near Bay Street
The Jungle House | 1850’s Home Near Bay Street is a vibrant, design-forward retreat above historic Habersham Street in the heart of Savannah’s Landmark District. Just a half-block from Bay Street, this three-bedroom, one-bathroom hideaway blends 1852 charm with bold jungle wallpaper, leafy murals, and quirky Southern flair.
With a private entrance under real gas lanterns, you’ll step into a colorful, totally unique escape. Be immersed in palm leaves, pineapples, and plenty of personality—The Jungle House is unlike anywhere else in Savannah.
4 Vacation Rental Design Must-Haves
Vacation rental design is all about the details to make guests feel genuinely cared for and delighted at every turn. Our approach with South Key is grounded in these four essential design must-haves that consistently elevate guest experiences to make their stay unforgettable.
- A standout feature of our approach is our attention to the visual impact of each space. Every room is designed with photography in mind, incorporating unique focal points that make the property stand out in listings. Whether it’s a statement wallpaper mural, like the Palm Beach-inspired scenic jungle wall in The Jungle House living room, or a colorful and unexpected furniture piece, unique touches are key.
- Incorporating local artwork or thoughtfully sourced vintage and antique pieces gives each property a distinct personality that guests won’t find anywhere else. These one-of-a-kind elements add character, connect the home to its surroundings, and create a memorable experience that elevates a stay from ordinary to truly special.
- Performance and cleanable upholstery is essential for high-traffic vacation homes. By selecting durable fabrics that resist stains and wear, we ensure furnishings remain beautiful, comfortable, and low-maintenance — giving guests the luxury of worry-free living and hosts the confidence of long-lasting design.
- High-performance quilts and duvets are chosen for comfort, durability, and easy care, ensuring guests always enjoy fresh, inviting linens. Crisp, all-white, hotel-quality sheets and towels deliver uniform luxury, complemented by thoughtful touches like dedicated makeup towels. And with medium-firm foam mattresses selected to suit a wide range of comfort preferences, every stay promises the restful sleep and elevated experience of true luxury vacation living.
Experience the New South Home Vacation Rental Design Process
When our team is designing a vacation rental, we pay close attention to the end consumer or the potential guest who will carefully compare your space to dozens of others online. Unlike model homes staged for buyers or sorority houses meant to attract new members, every design decision for a rental is made to create a storied, distinctive environment that shines in listings and your guests’ memories. Our design process begins with collaborative planning: as we study each space, we develop inviting layouts and style concepts while tailoring every detail to create a cohesive and unique experience.
By curating every element, we’re able to elevate the look and feel of each rental by choosing timeless furnishings, functional layouts, local accents, and high-impact details. This curated design approach exemplifies the lifestyle behind our brands while elevating the overall experience with eye-catching photos to attract more bookings. Backed by guest testimonials and every property earning “Guest Favorite” badges on AirBNB, the cycle of success propels itself, and continues to set our vacation rentals apart.
Book Your Home Away from Home
Our team’s unwavering commitment to high-design vacation rentals is transforming the standard of the vacation rental experience, one thoughtfully curated property at a time. By partnering with South Key Management in Savannah, we champion every guest’s stay by pairing Southern warmth and exceptional design with unmatched hospitality care and professionalism.
This collaboration ensures every detail is attended to, from refined interiors to seamless property management service. Guests rave about the style, location, and comfort, while the South Key team delivers a genuine white glove experience that keeps visitors dreaming of their next visit.
If you’re planning a trip to Savannah, treat yourself to the experience of staying in a New South Home-designed space managed by South Key. Discover how unique design and exceptional hospitality can create a truly memorable stay.
