SEA ISLAND, GEORGIA

SEA ISLAND, GEORGIA
THINGS TO KNOW
CLIMATE
Sea Island’s location along the Atlantic Coast ensures beautiful
weather year-round. Winters are moderate with highs in the 60s
and low 70s and summers are warm with highs in the 80s and
90s.
GETTING THERE
Sea Island Resort and the Cloister Hotel are located on the coast,
30 minutes from Brunswick Golden Isles Airport (BQK). You can
also fly into Jacksonville, Florida (JAX), or Savannah, Georgia
(SAV), both about 90 minutes from Sea Island. We recommend
renting a car for getting to Sea Island but your Personal Vacation
Advisor can arrange private transportation if you prefer.
GETTING AROUND
Since your residence is located just steps from all that Sea Island
has to offer – including the convenient resort shuttle – renting a
car is not absolutely necessary. However, there are a number of
interesting things to see and do on St. Simons Island, so you
might want to consider renting a car for at least a day or two. If
you do decide to rent a car once you've arrived, your concierge
can arrange to have one delivered to your residence.
PARKING
Complimentary parking is available at your residence.
CHECK IN/ARRIVAL PROCESS
Your concierge will greet you at your residence, where you will
check in. If you plan to arrive with multiple cars, let your
concierge know so that the correct number of gate passes can
be arranged.
If you arrive prior to the standard check-in time of 4 p.m., you can
enjoy all of Sea Island’s amenities, such as the beach club and
spa (both of which offer showers and changing facilities), and
your concierge will call you when your residence is ready. Be
sure to provide your best contact number during the planning
process.
QUICK FACTS
ADDRESS
Sea Island
100 Cloister Drive
Sea Island, GA 31561
CHECK IN
4 p.m.
CHECK OUT
11 a.m.
AIRPORT
BQK/JAX/SAV
SEASONAL INFORMATION
From Labor Day to mid-March, it's
quiet on Sea Island and many
activities and restaurants will
have limited hours; please check
with your Destination Concierge
for details on hours and closures.
THINGS TO KNOW
GROCERIES
For just the cost of groceries, your concierge will be happy to fulfill your grocery order. Simply complete the
order form on your Inspirato.com account at least 72 hours prior to your arrival. Additional shopping trips are
$35 plus the cost of groceries.
SPECIAL NOTE: Please note that you cannot ship alcohol to the state of Georgia ahead of time. Due to Sea
Island’s liquor license requirements, all alcohol orders must be sourced through Sea Island, which you can do
by simply noting your alcohol orders on your pre-arrival grocery list.
IN-RESIDENCE DINING OPTIONS
Room service is available 24/7 from a special a la carte menu. Alternatively, you can opt for drop-off meal
service, which includes a fully prepared dinner delivered to your doorstep for you to serve (48-hour notice
required). In addition, a private chef can be arranged to come to the residence and prepare a meal for you;
however, we request that this be booked a minimum of 72 hours in advance.
STAY FIT
The resort boasts a state-of-the-art fitness center equipped with everything you need: squash courts, a cycling
studio, indoor pool, and more. If you’re looking for a more hands-on experience, personal training is available
along with a variety of fitness classes including yoga and Pilates. In addition, the on-site Sea Island Tennis Club
has eight Har-Tru® courts available.
SPECIAL NOTE: Guests must be 18 or older to access the fitness center unaccompanied; children ages 16 to 18
are welcome if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
HOUSEKEEPING
Daily.
TIPPING GUIDELINES
While our Destination Concierge teams and housekeeping staff welcome and appreciate recognition for
exceptional service, tipping is entirely up to you based on your level of satisfaction. If you would like to leave a
gratuity, we suggest the following general guidelines:
+ Destination Concierge: $20-$50 per day depending on the level of service you experienced.
+ Housekeeping: $5-$7 per occupied room per evening is typical for luxury hospitality.
+ Restaurants: The customary 15-20% of your total bill is appropriate.
+ Vendors: Gratuity is dependent on the complexity of the experience or service, so we suggest using
your discretion.
SPECIAL NOTE: With the exception of the spa, all Sea Island activities add a 20 percent service charge.
AMENITIES
+ Five miles of fully serviced private beach and an impressive beach club with three pools
+ Three award-winning golf courses
+ Forbes Five-Star rated Cloister Spa
+ Forbes Five-Star rated Georgian Room restaurant plus eight other on-site dining options
+ Exceptional children’s program and an expansive equestrian center
+ Tennis club with 16 Har-Tru courts and volleyball and basketball courts
+ Game room, ice cream parlor and kids’ movie theater
+ Family Bingo nights
THINGS TO DO
SPA
Sprawled across 65,000 square feet, the Forbes Five-Star rated Cloister Spa is a remarkable retreat tailor-made for
relaxation. The wide variety of treatments, including massages and skin care, is bolstered by wellness programs
that include a customized itinerary with options such as private yoga sessions, personal training and Lifestyle
Kitchen classes. Appointments are available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 4
p.m. on Sundays. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
SPECIAL NOTE: The spa offers kids spa treatments for those ages 8 to 12 and teen spa treatments for those ages
13 to 16.
GOLF
+ Seaside Course (located on-site at the Lodge) – Recognized by Golf Digest as one of the Top 100 Courses in the
United States, the Seaside Course is also the famous home to the PGA Tour's McGladrey Classic. Lying seaside, the
Scottish links course demands that you carefully plan your shots among the tidal creeks, dunes and salt marshes.
+ Plantation Course (located on-site at the Lodge) – Ancient oaks and cedars surround the Plantation Course,
though not so much as to prevent gorgeous views of the Atlantic Ocean. The course renovator, Rees Jones,
proclaimed it the "parkland by the sea" for its combination of lush leaves and ocean vistas. Don't be fooled by the
expansive fairways; lakes and tidal creeks wait on either side.
+ Retreat Course (located on-site at the Lodge) – This course may offer the most interesting greens on the island,
thanks to innovative redesign by PGA champion Davis Love III and his brother Mark. You'll likely find that a single
green shot isn't quite sufficient for the slope and undulations, bordered by sand bunkers.
PVA’s TIP: Twilight rates for all three courses begin at 3 p.m. and are available March through October.
BEACHES
Sea Island sits on a private, five-mile beach that’s perfect for sunbathing, building sandcastles and an array of water
sports. Lounge chairs and umbrellas are available free of charge on a first-come, first-serve basis and the beach
club has other amenities available for rent, including paddleboards, Hobie Cats and kayaks.
DESTINATION HIGHLIGHT
Head to the Lodge at sunset for a cocktail, beautiful views of St. Simons Sound and one of Sea Island’s most
distinctive features – live bagpipe music. The lively tunes are the perfect complement to a leisurely evening. The
time of the bagpipe music changes with the seasons, but usually lasts from 30 minutes before sunset to 30 minutes
after.
DC’s TIP: Make it a family affair with dinner in the Oak Room followed by “The Lodge Lawn After Dark,” which
treats you to complimentary s’mores around the fire pit daily from 6 to 10 p.m.
FAMILY
Everyone can learn something about Sea Island’s barrier islands and grasslands on a kayaking trip. The small
vessels let everyone get a close-up glimpse of wildlife, and a seasoned naturalist is available to guide you through
shelling excursions.
SPECIAL NOTE: Reservations are required, and tandem kayaks are available upon advance request.
MUST-DO
Family Bingo night is the tradition at Sea Island Resort – and a fun one at that. Gather up the whole family and try
your hand at this timeless game of luck. Who knows, maybe one of you will even come out as that night’s winner.
SPECIAL NOTE: Bingo is held Tuesday and Thursday at 8:30 p.m. from spring through fall, plus certain holiday
periods (check with your concierge for specific dates). Formal attire is required, and jackets are required for
gentlemen over the age of 12. Be sure to make reservations as far in advance as possible.
THINGS TO DO
ROMANTIC
Nine farm-to-table courses, nine wine pairings and one extra-special night: Set aside an evening for the
Chef’s Table experience at the Forbes Five-Star rated Georgian Room. At 6:30 p.m. you will be seated in a
soundproof, enclosed room in the kitchen, with a glass viewing window that looks into the heart of it all. From
your cozy nook, you will be able to watch the expert culinary staff prepare your meal, learning each step
along the way.
ADVENTURE
Your resort features one of the nation’s best shooting schools and whether you’re a seasoned veteran of the
sport or just an admiring beginner, it is sure to have a program that excites you. Facilities include a five-stand
sporting clay field, two skeet ranges and a trap field. Off-property, at the Broadfield hunting preserve, half-day
quail hunts and pheasant shootings are both available.
NATURE
Discover the surrounding marshes aboard a Sea Island yacht. Your very own nature guide will teach you
about the curious wonders of this ecosystem and its numerous inhabitants, including shore birds, dolphins,
oysters, shrimp and more.
LOCAL
Get a slice of local history aboard the St. Simons Island Trolley Tour. During the 1.5-hour trek, local experts
provide a narrative of 36 historic Southern sites including the St. Simons Island Lighthouse, Fort Frederica,
Christ Church and Bloody Marsh – many of which date back to the mid-18th century and are relics of the Civil
War era.
SPECIAL NOTE: The trolley picks up at the Pier in St. Simons Island’s Pier Village near 117 Mallery Street.
OTHER THINGS TO DO
+ Bicycle rentals
+ Kayaking
+ Island tours
+ Sailing
+ Horseback riding
+ Fishing
+ Day trip to Savannah
+ Shopping
RECOMMENDED RESTAURANTS
FAMILY
Southern Tide (located on-site at the Beach Club) – Have a casual, laid-back lunch or dinner at Sea Island’s
only beachfront restaurant. The menu is a true reflection of the region: highlights include fresh seafood and
plenty of Southern flavors. Additionally, the Wednesday night seafood buffet and Sunday brunch are not to
be missed.
ROMANTIC
Tavola (located on-site at the Cloister) – The inherent elegance of Italy comes to Georgia at this authentic
eatery that’s perfect for date night. Grab a seat inside to watch the spectacular show in the open pizza
kitchen, or dine al fresco over plates of house-made pasta.
RECOMMENDED RESTAURANTS
FINE DINING
Colt & Alison (located on-site at the Lodge) – A wood-burning fireplace casts a low glow throughout Colt &
Alison’s beautiful dining room, where you can dine on top-notch cuts of steak, local seafood and a bounty
of wine.
SPECIAL NOTE: Reservations are required, and after 5:30 p.m., collared shirts and jackets are required for
gentlemen and boys over age eight.
LOCAL
Halyards (located five minutes away) – This casual spot promises that everything is made from scratch,
Georgia products are used whenever possible and a no-frills ambiance awaits all diners. All of the above
are reflected on the menu, whose Southern-inspired entrees and small plates change with the seasons.
FESTIVALS AND ACTIVITIES
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Stargazing on the Beach – Most Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays
Sippin’ at Sunset – Most Thrusdays, Fridays and Saturdays
Daily complimentary S’mores – On the Lodge Lawn after Dark
Shrimp and Grits Festival – September
Brunswick Rockin’ Stewbilee – October
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