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A beautiful, comfortable outdoor space immediately adjacent to The Cloister Main Building, down the corridor and across from The Cloister Ballroom. Often used for private events, feel free to wander out and take in the large palms, lush greenery, and fountain.

With wooden beamed ceilings and iron chandeliers, Oglethorpe is a warm and intimate space down the north corridor off the Colonial Lounge, past Tavola, the last room on your right.

This room knows how to rise and shine. Fresh coffee, newspaper, and dappled sunlight that makes you want to grab a seat and settle in. A favorite room of many guests, it’s the best place to start a Sea Island day, and pop into for afternoon refreshments. Complete with love birds. Follow either south corridor off the Colonial Lounge to the end and you can’t miss it.

While not the original Summit meeting space, it is an exceptional one, with the very 15’-diameter heart pine table and chairs used during the G8 Summit of world leaders which Sea Island hosted in 2004. Take a right down the North corridor off the Colonial Lounge, past Tavola, to the end. It’s the second to last room on your right.

The perfect spot to meet up for a drink and a laugh before dinner, after a round on the Speedway Putting Course, or on your way to watch the bagpiper at sunset. The setting is warm and distinctive, yet inviting and comfortable. The Lodge Lobby is a welcoming crossroads between rooms, restaurants, lovely veranda, and golf.

A bright ballroom with panoramic views of the Retreat golf course and access to the back patio and lawn, Retreat is a spacious and flexible venue used for weddings and other functions and events.

A light-filled space with a fireplace for up to 50 guests. 800 sq ft

Rooms overlooking The Cloister grounds, Black Banks River, and the marsh.

Along the ocean or with sweeping views of salt marshes and tidal creeks. With the ocean at your feet and groceries delivered to your door. Renting a cottage is a treasured tradition for Sea Island families.

The greatest locker room in golf. One of the best-kept secrets at Sea Island. Lunch, full bar, cigar room.

A laid-back casual atmosphere with gastro-inspired fare. And all that’s happening in sports.

An oceanfront pool, between The Lodge and St. Simons Sound, and adjacent pool house.

Golden hues from the salt marsh make this an exceptional place for a proposal or intimate ceremony. Or both.

Adjacent to the Solarium, under a breathtaking canopy of live oaks. Peek into the Chapel, pause on a swing, or stroll around looking at the ponds and lush flowers and plants. Like a breath of fresh air on your way from the Garden and South Wings to the Main Building, or just a beautiful spot to get away from it all.

An impeccable re-creation from the original Cloister built in 1928, this beautiful room is used for everything from fireside chats to impromptu bridge tournaments as well as private events. But you may find yourself wandering in to steal a moment to yourself and take in the incredible artworks, original vaulted ceiling, chandeliers, and stained glass windows. Take a left from the Colonial Lounge then left before you reach the Solarium. Follow the hall to the end.

Adjacent to The Cloister Wine Cellar, with paneled walls and the flexibility to accommodate up to 24 guests.

A cozy, inviting room on the second floor of The Cloister, with a balcony overlooking the Black Banks River, available for private meetings and functions. After taking a right at the top of the grand staircase, the Black Banks Parlor will be on your left

Tucked down a stairwell on the left off the rear/dockside hall in The Cloister, just before the River Bar (heading towards the Solarium), is a unique and enchanting setting, with an 1800s heart pine wooden ceiling, a handmade English oak estate table, and of course, an impressive award-winning wine collection. Book for a private occasion or watch for holiday and special events here.

You can’t miss this beautiful outdoor space. Exit The Cloister lobby on the river side, walk down towards the dock, and turn around and look back towards the hotel. The terrace at the top of the winding staircases with excellent views of Black Banks River and the marsh is often used for weddings and private events. And makes a great spot to catch an incredible Sea Island sunset.

In this stately park area across the Black Banks River and bridge, the flags of nations proudly commemorate Sea Island being chosen to host the historical 2004 G8 Summit of world leaders. Join us for a patriotic medley of songs on 4th of July weekend or simply take a quiet stroll, wandering to the presidential oaks planted nearby.

Adjacent to The Cloister Dock, with views of the Black Banks River.

Adjacent to The Cloister Dock, with ground level views. For up to 100 guests. 2,500 sq ft

For informal meetings or after-hours river and marsh cruises, the 71’, three-level Sea Island Explorer accommodates up to 49 guests, with food and beverage customized to the occasion.

With heart pine walls, custom chandeliers, and hand-glazed ceiling. For up to 20 guests. 484 sq ft

An elegant sophisticated space used for private events, with wooden floor, striking crystal chandeliers, and elaborately decorative ceiling. Follow the hallway off the Colonial Lounge, past Tavola, the Clubroom is immediately after the Sea Island Shop on the right.

A handsome space with wood-paneled walls and beamed ceiling and seating for up to 14 guests. 510 sq ft

Commemorating the G8 Summit held at Sea Island in 2004, including the one-ton heart pine table where world leaders met.

With hidden display board, wooden beamed ceilings, for up to 76 guests. 1,064 sq ft

Take a right from the Colonial Lounge and at the end of the riverside corridor past Tavola, the shops, and a series of smaller meeting rooms, tucked around the corner to your right you’ll find our largest interior space, often used for large parties and holiday events. Admire the decorative wood ceiling, upholstered movable walls, and gorgeous chandeliers.

Adjacent to The Cloister Ballroom III and the Mizner Ballroom, for up to 80 guests. 1,428 sq ft

Adjacent to The Cloister Ballroom II, with wood ceiling and separate entrance. For pre-meeting gatherings for up to 240 guests. 2,750 sq ft

With wooden beamed ceilings, arched windows, and 646 square feet for up to 44 guests.

Overlooking The Cloister Patio, for up to 30 guests. 513 sq ft

Adjacent to The Cloister Ballroom l, a sun-filled space overlooking The Cloister Patio for up to 80 guests. 912 sq ft

A graceful outdoor space adjacent to Cloister Foyer I, with a fountain and views of Black Banks River. For up to 120 guests. 1,650 sq ft

With wooden beamed ceilings, arched windows, and 646 square feet for up to 44 guests.

An outdoor, shaded space adjacent to the Mizner Ballroom for up to 225 guests. 2,500 sq ft

Covered Veranda off the Ocean Room, adjacent to the Patio, for up to 40 guests. 512 sq ft

Adjacent to the Ocean Room Veranda, overlooking the Sea Island beach, for up to 160 guests. 1,900 sq ft

A large, grassy outdoor space overlooking the beach, for up to 200 guests. 2,300 sq ft

A warm and elegant venue used for holiday events, weddings and private events. Located next to Southern Tide, the space features spectacular views of the Atlantic, with tall, arched windows, high ceiling with wooden beams, and fireplace, as well as patio, veranda, and courtyard.

Outdoors, just off the Terrace Room, with views of the Atlantic and Plantation #10, for up to 200 guests. 2,800 sq ft

Some of the world’s finest practice facilities and top instructors, including three of Golf Digest’s “Top 50 Teachers.” Plus golf apparel, equipment, and club fitting.

Candy-lined walls. Sundaes, splits, and malts. And of course, the Sea Island signature Gold Brick Sundae. Part ice cream parlor, part candy haven, you can also get your breakfast fix: coffee, breakfast sandwiches, and smoothies.

Rooms overlooking The Cloister grounds, Black Banks River, and the marsh.

A casual comfortable offering on St. Simons Island with 85 rooms, a vibrant outdoor area with heated pool, continental breakfast, complimentary bicycles, and a Topgolf Swing Suite. Located on Sea Island Road, a 10-minute drive from the Sea Island Golf Performance Center at The Lodge, The Inn is the perfect base to explore St. Simons Island and Georgia’s beautiful Golden Isles.

Welcome to The Georgian Rooms Lounge, where warm décor, tempting Japanese cuisine and gracious Southern hospitality combine to an exhilarating effect. Located off the lobby, opposite from Tavola.

Closed at the moment and set to re-open Spring 2023, you won’t be disappointed with The Cloister’s newest dining option. Located off the lobby, opposite from Tavola.

Tucked around in its own corner of the ballroom section of The Cloister, the Mizner Ballroom is a flexible space used for weddings, meetings, and events, adjacent to the private Mizner Courtyard and near the Ballroom Porte-Cochere entrance.

Top equestrian experience under majestic live oaks. Ring rides and stable tours for kids, lessons available in hunter, jumper, equitation, saddleseat, dressage, and western disciplines (private, semi-private, and group) as well as private trail rides through maritime forests. Located less than a 15-minute drive from The Cloister, down Sea Island Road to a right on Frederica Road.

Tucked into a fairytale setting under the live oaks in The Cloister Garden between the Main Building and Garden Wings, The Cloister Chapel is beautifully simple and charming, with traditional heart pine pews, beautiful stained glass windows, and chaplain on staff. Come for ecumenical Sunday services or pop in on your way through the garden.

Features multiple tennis and pickleball courts as well as court, racquet, and ball machine rentals. Less than a 15-minute drive from The Cloister (down Sea Island Drive to Kings Way), and five minutes from The Lodge (left off Retreat Ave to Kings Way).

The Cloister Main Building’s lobby is beautiful, awe-inspiring, and grand. But it’s also a hub of activity, often the starting point for wherever your day will take you or simply a pause to savor a quiet moment. From check-in to check-out, live music to holiday receptions, waiting for friends and family to watching people go by, The Cloister Colonial Lounge is somehow full of life and quiet, all at the same time. A stopping point. Or your destination.

5-Stand sporting clay field, two skeet ranges, and trap field at one of the nation’s best facilities. You’ll also find the Shooting School Shop with logoed shirts, caps, and a variety of cool weather apparel. Located minutes from The Cloister, across the bridge and down Sea Island Drive on the right.

State-of-the-art 17,000 square-foot golf instruction and training facility at The Lodge, with world-renowned golf instructors, six hitting bays, and cutting-edge technology.

With panoramic views of the Retreat golf course and access to the back patio and lawn, the multiple rooms that make up the Ballroom can be used in combination or separately for functions of varying size. 4,170 sq ft

Meeting Capacity: 360
Wedding Capacity:250 (More than 250 requires tenting, at additional charge)

Surrounded by lush greens and with a beautiful view of the golf course, the Retreat Lawn is ideal for ceremonies or receptions. This outdoor space can be tented for added flexibility.

This historic lane of live oaks, planted in the early 1800s, leads to The Lodge. One of Sea Island’s most picturesque spots.

Screened veranda adjacent to the Terrace Room overlooking the Atlantic and Plantation #10, for up to 60 guests. 900 sq ft

Elegant and charming, The Lodge’s Terrace Room includes a screened-in veranda and lawn space with views of Plantation Course and the Atlantic. 1,440 sq ft

Meeting Capacity: 140
Wedding Capacity: 75

Bottle-lined chamber with permanent wooden estate dining table and seating for up to 20 people. 416 sq ft

With memorabilia from Bobby Jones, Davis Love III, LPGA founder Louise Suggs, and other highlights from Sea Island’s rich golf history. Recently renovated to create a more versatile space for a wedding ceremony or intimate dinner. 589 sq ft

Meeting capacity: 156
Wedding capacity: 75

Open-air, covered veranda adjacent to the Trophy Room for up to 30 guests. 500 sq ft

A fast favorite since it came on the Sea Island dining scene, the Pool and Halfway House is a hub of activity. Relaxed, laid-back, beautiful, delicious. If it’s not on your list of treasured Sea Island spots yet, it soon will be.

Our state-of-the-art tennis facilities feature Har-Tru® courts, Stadium Court, private lessons, adult and custom clinics, as well as court and ball machine rentals. And shop active wear and tennis fashions for ladies, men, and children, as well as state-of-the-art equipment and racquet stringing.

Give this fast-paced game a try on our two international softball courts or North American hardball doubles court.

Some of the finest fishing on the east coast starts right here. Fishing trips, private salt marsh nature and dolphin tour, hands-on fish dissection and dock fishing, the Coastal Experience Center is also the launching point for the Sea Island Explorer. Exit The Cloister Main Building from the river side, go down the stairs towards the dock, and take a left down the path. Your coastal adventure awaits.

From launching pad of fishing adventures to cruising our golden marshes: an unforgettable pre-dinner or private cruise aboard our 71-foot yacht, the Sea Island Explorer, or fishing aboard the 39-foot Contender. Exit the Colonial Lounge toward the river and straight ahead to the dock.

With views of Black Banks River and the marsh, rooms here are close to the Main Building and the Cloister Garden.

Ping pong, foosball, pop-a-shot basketball, and video arcade.

A fun-filled day of experiences around the resort for children ages 5–14 (children ages 3–4 are welcome from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.). A Sea Island summer favorite. The home base for this full slate of summer fun is at Sea Island Kids, located in the Beach Club, a short walk up the lush walkway from The Cloister.

Coffee and breakfast, made-to-order sandwiches, grab-and-go-salads, as well as Take-‘n’-Bake entrées for dinner to go. A local shop, with everything from fresh baked goods to special gifts to fine wine. A short drive from the resort down Sea Island Drive on St Simons Island.

A fun 18-hole putting course that combines traditions and fun of golf.

Designed by Mark Love and Davis Love III and located right off the steps of The Lodge’s beautiful back veranda, it’s the perfect activity to enjoy with family and friends. Open year-round.

Located off of the main Sea Island property less than an hour drive south near Woodbine is Broadfield, A Sea Island Sporting Club and Lodge. Reserved as a compound for idyllic secluded getaways for up to 18 people, its natural setting make it perfect for hunting, shooting, falconry, and fishing, as well as farm-to-table meals from Broadfield’s own chef.

Beautiful bar, punch-bowl cocktails, creative gastropub-style menu, and a lot of fun in a warm atmosphere. A favorite Sea Island activity, enjoy a few strings of bowling catch the big game, or just settle into a comfy couch with a snack. Located right at the entrance of the Beach Club, straight up the lush walkway from The Cloister.

Before you patrol for sea turtles at dawn, discover what makes the Georgia coast unique, learn about the many ecosystems and wildlife, and get hands-on with our touch tank. Your starting point for most nature activities, located adjacent to the Beach Club Adult Pool.

Located at Sea Island’s Forbes Five-Star Spa, a short walk straight down the lush path from The Cloister main entrance (on your way to the Beach Club). Join us for a fitness class, personal training session, or a workout with state-of-the-art equipment in yoga, Pilates, strength, cycle, and cardio studios. Also features indoor heated lap pool, squash courts, steam and sauna, whirlpool, and cryotherapy.

A home to call your own. Sea Island Cottages are self-contained and fully equipped. With the ocean at your feet and groceries delivered to your door. Renting a cottage is a treasured tradition for Sea Island families. Why not make it yours?

Comprising of rooms in the Main Building, The Cloister Wings, and Beach Club, The Cloister offers vibrant rooms and suites on the lush Georgian coast. Here you’re surrounded by activity, and close to wherever your day will take you.

Fun and familiar, but served with with French flair or a Southern twist. Perfect for lunch, warm and friendly for dinner, ideal for drinks. Part of everyone’s visit to The Cloister. Make your way down the riverside hall of The Cloister.

Where Sea Island memories are made with bold curiosity and active imaginations! Home of Camp Cloister and endless amounts of fun with kids activities such as Family Paint Party, Cookie Cutters cookie decorating classes, build your own Sea Island stuffed sidekick, the ever-popular Kids’ Night Out, and many more. Located behind the Sea Island Kids shop at the Beach Club.

The heart of ​​fun in the sun at The Cloister, a short walk from the Main Building. Head out of the main entrance straight ahead and follow the lush path to discover three swimming pools, a waterslide, and splash pad. Poolside dining, our Snack Shack, Wonderland sweet shop, and delicious oceanfront seafood at Southern Tide. Home of two Sea Island shops, Sea Strike & Pub bowling alley, the Nature Center, Camp Cloister, bicycle rentals, and five miles of private beach along the Atlantic Ocean.

Thanks to stunning al fresco dining, Southern Tide opens up to the most beautiful thing we have to offer—the ocean. It’s oceanfront dining and fresh seafood make it a Sea Island beloved favorite. Perfect for a family catch-up, romantic night out, or simply an incredible culinary experience. Go down the hall on your left as you enter the Beach Club, mid-way down on your right.

An additional 300 yards of length and wider fairways give Retreat an open feeling with a lower profile.

A historic course that was re-designed to bring back some traditional features and character. Along with the neighboring Seaside Course, it is the home of the PGA TOUR’s RSM Classic, a FedEx cup event hosted by Davis Love. Located at the Sea Island Golf Club on Retreat Avenue.

Enjoy the beauty and tradition of legendary Scottish Links. A beautiful ocean-side course with sweeping dunes mixed with native grasses and wildflowers. A challenging and fun course, where you’re often at the mercy of the wind. Located at the Sea Island Golf Club on Retreat Avenue.

Our Forbes Five-Star spa features a water-inspired wellness journey complete with a variety of massage services, body treatments, and experiences including hydrotherapy, cold plunges, and hot pools. Also enjoy the services of our Salon with hair, makeup, manicures, and pedicures, as well as a Fitness Center with state-of-the-art weight and cardio equipment, studios, shop, and indoor lap pool. Take a left off the walkway that leads from The Cloister to the Beach Club.

Located in The Lodge, here you’ll find a broad range of southern favorites and signature dishes, imaginative cocktails and fine single-malt Scotch. The perfect place to unwind and take it all in.

Warm charming steakhouse serving the finest cuts. And with tableside crowd-pleasers like Caesar Salad and flaming Bananas Foster, it’s an interactive experience as well as a mouth-watering one.

An authentic Italian experience with Southern charm, where delicious family-style meals are enjoyed around a lively table. Homemade ravioli, fresh seafood, salads, pizza fresh from the Mugnaini wood oven, a well-stocked bar with wines from all 20 Italian wine regions, and classic cocktails reinvented to reflect the country. From the river side of the Colonial Lounge in The Cloister, take a right down the corridor and Tavola is on your left.

The Lodge’s largest golf cottage featuring 4,200 square feet that overlook the Atlantic, four bedrooms, and its own hitting bay on the driving range.

Six guest cottages with a total of 14 sleeping rooms overlooking St. Simons Sound and the Atlantic Ocean.

Forbes Five-Star boutique hotel in a secluded private setting. The Lodge is welcoming, comfortable, and the hub of its own Sea Island world. With championship golf right next door. Make your way to the stunning Avenue of the Oaks, Retreat Avenue, on St Simons Island, off the roundabout at Frederica Road and Kings Way.

Close to wherever your day will take you. Inside you have your choice of dining, shops, and the Solarium. Outside, lounge by the adult pool or stroll to The Spa, Fitness Center, and Tennis Center. With the river and dock on one side, and the Beach Club across the street.

Bright and airy rooms overlooking The Cloister grounds.

Rooms overlooking The Cloister grounds, Black Banks River and the marsh. The Cloister always makes an impression.

Adjacent to The Cloister, these private cottages are available through Exclusive Resorts and Cottage Rentals.

Rooms and suites adjacent to and above the Sea Island Beach Club, with its three pools, water sports, activities, and Camp Cloister.

Oceanfront rooms and suites, with private pool, just south of the Sea Island Beach Club.

Rooms and suites with private pool, steps away from the Sea Island Beach Club and five miles of private beach.

With one, two, or three bedrooms and an infinity-edge pool, The Cloister Ocean Residences comprise a private enclave within a second gate. With ocean and nature views.

A casual comfortable offering on St. Simons Island with 85 rooms, a vibrant outdoor area with heated pool, continental breakfast, complimentary bicycles, and a Topgolf Swing Suite. Located on Sea Island Road, a 10-minute drive from the Sea Island Golf Performance Center at The Lodge, The Inn is the perfect base to explore St. Simons Island and Georgia’s beautiful Golden Isles.

Full-service bicycle shop located at the Beach Club, a short walk out The Cloister front door straight up the lush path. Offering bike and golf cart rentals for the whole family as well as trailers, pull-behinds, and baby seats. Join a tour or rent and go off on your own. One of the best ways to see Sea Island might just be the most fun, too.