We provide a packet of information for our guests, but below are a few snippets of some of our favorite things to do………..if you want our opinion!
We would be happy to answer any questions you may have by calling Jenni at 912.996.3516.
The Beach
St. Simons Island has glorious beaches that can stretch out for hundreds of yards at low tide, depending on where you rent on the island. For example, Coast Cottages is located at the largest part of the St. Simons beaches, just south of East Beach and the old Coast Guard Station. This is the finest beach on the island. Our high tide has ample beach for body surfing and our low tide expands the beach to couple of hundred yards wide. .
Golf
If not for the beach, golf would be king on St. Simons Island and the surrounding area. We have three golf clubs on the island and 234 holes of golf in the immediate area.
Bicycles
This is one of our favorite family activities. Paved trails take you from the center of town to the pier. Some homes have bicycles, but additional bikes can be rented at Ocean Motion or in town at Monkey Wrench. Visit www.oceanmotion.biz or call Monkey Wrench at 912.634.5551.
Horseback Riding
Trotting on horseback on the beach at sunset is a beautiful thing! Beginners or experienced riders can trot or ramble on Driftwood Beach and along island trails from 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM by making reservations at 912.635.9500.
Dining
St. Simons Islands has many wonderful places for seafood, casual and fine dining, but our favorite fine dining restaurant on the island is Halyards.
Halyards, winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, is proud to offer our guests a complimentary bottle of wine, up to $45 in value, with dinner. We include this gift certificate in your arrival basket. Visit them on line for menus and special events at www.halyardsrestaurant.com.
Fishing
You can get your rod and bait at St. Simons Bait and Tackle near the pier and drop your line at the pier or you can charter a boat with Captain Richie Lott for in shore or off shore fishing for Grouper, Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, Redfish, Sea Bass, Whiting, Flounder, Tarpon, Shark and King Mackerel. We highly recommend Captain Lott at Coastal Island Fishing, located at Golden Isles Marina, as the best fishing guide on St. Simons Island. www.charterfish.com.
Sailboats
On the beach, under the gold umbrella, just a three-minute walk from Atlantus, Barry’s Beach Service rents catamarans, sailboats, kayaks, boogie boards and windsurfing boards. Sailboat rides and lessons are also available. Visit www.oceanmotion.bizfor more information.
Yamaha Waverunner Rentals
Offered by Coastal Water Sports at Island Dive Center within the Golden Isles Marina. These water motorbikes can seat Dad and two siblings. Reservations are available at 912.638.7245.
Scuba Diving
While few think of Coastal Georgia when they think of scuba, visibility increases to 75 feet a few miles off shore. Wreck diving on the 441’ Liberty Ship is greeted by angelfish, barracuda and loggerhead turtles. Gray’s Reef, 17 miles off Sapelo Island, is one of only twelve National Marine Sanctuaries. Lessons leading to PADI certification are also available. Visit www.islanddivecenter.comor call Judy at Island Dive Center at 912.638.6590 for more information.
Water Park
Located on Jekyll Island and a twenty-minute ride from Atlantus. Ride the wave pool, cruise the slides or relax in the pool from May 10 to September 7. For more information call 912.635.2074 or click on www.summerwaves.com.
Casino Cruises
The Emerald Princess offers roulette, blackjack, poker, craps, 130 slot machines and dinner for guests 18 and older! She sets sail from downtown Brunswick. Visit www.emeraldprincesscasino.com or call 888.842.0115 for more information.
Fort Frederica, St. Simons Light House and Christ Church
Built in 1736, 1807 (initially) and the 1700s, respectively, these island treasures provide an historical perspective of colonial and Civil War era Georgia.
………….of course there are trolley tours, ghost tours, dolphin tours, kayaking and much more to do on St. Simons Island!
For other fun things to do on St. Simons Island, please visit these links:
Trolley Tours
www.stsimonstours.com
