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BEACHSCAPE
SUMMER 2015
STAY SAFE
WELCOME TO To ensure the safety and enjoyment of
all who visit Jekyll Island, please adhere
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the dispatcher that you are on
ekyll Island’s natural
Jekyll Island. Barrier Island signals
beauty has long
tend to drift and 911 calls may be
drawn guests to its
shores. From the early answered in Glynn or Camden
This publication is here to serve as your personal guide limited to having: braking system,
to experiencing this special Island. Jekyll Island has reflectors, horn, review
something for everyone, and in this portable digest we mirror, seatbelts and hand holds
detail all the points of interest - from activities and events for each passenger.
to shopping and dining, and everything in between. • No golf carts on bike paths.
Schedule a tour at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center, book • Bikes should be ridden on the
a tennis court or tee time, stroll through a piece of bike paths.
American history, or hit the beach and do nothing at all.
• Bike helmets are required for riders
Whatever you need, we have it. We hope you enjoy Jekyll
age 16 & younger.
Island and come back again and again to explore and
• No vehicles on the beach.
experience everything it has to offer.
• ATVs are not allowed anywhere per
EVENTS WILDLIFE
pages 4-5 page 6-7
DINING SHOPPING
pages 16-17 pages 18-19
MAPS
pages 8-13
LODGING
pages 10-11
685 Seafood
Restaurant
ACTIVITIES
pages 14-15
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SUMMER EVENTS
LATEST INFO: FACEBOOK.COM/JEKYLLISLAND
Movies on the Green Wind Down Wednesday Playful Past
WHEN: June 14, July 12, 8:30 p.m. WHEN: Aug 26, 6-9 p.m. WHEN: June 20, June 27,
WHERE: Beach Village WHERE: Beach Village July 11, and July 25
COST: Free COST: Free 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Enjoy an evening under the Let the Beach Village shops WHERE: Jekyll Island Museum
stars as you watch movies on help you get over hump day COST: $5 per person
a large screen on the Village with their unique treats and CONTACT: 912-635-4036
Green. Bring your blankets and
special offerings.
chairs, we’ll supply the popcorn. “Playful Past,” available
on select Saturdays this
BOOM
6-9 p.m. array of amusements enjoyed
WHERE: Beach Village by different cultures from
COST: Free Jekyll Island’s eventful past.
Grab a blanket and bring your 4th of July on Jekyll Island
Participants will explore the
friends and family to enjoy an
evening of music on the Village Red, White, and Boom history of play through a variety
Green. Line-up includes Jamie WHEN: July 4 of games and activities ranging
Martin, Chris Rider and David COST: Free from the colonial era to the club
Watt Besley. The July 4th fireworks display era. Space is limited, so call for
will begin at 9 p.m. and can reservations and details.
Amazing Spaces be seen from anywhere
WHEN: June 1-July 31 around Great Dunes Park.
10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Sunday Funday
Tune into 104.1 FM and 105.9
WHERE: Jekyll Island Museum WHEN: June 7, July 5, Aug 2,
FM for a patriotic soundtrack
COST: The program is $10 for Aug 16, Sept 6, 1-4 p.m.
synchronized with the
adults, $5 for children 7-15, and WHERE: Beach Village
fireworks. Enjoy an eclectic
free under 6. COST: Free.
parade in the National Historic
CONTACT: 912-635-4036 Bring a picnic lunch and join
Landmark District starting
Daily offerings help families us on the Village Green for an
at the museum at 9:30a.m.
discover the architectural
Decorate your bike, golf cart, or afternoon of family fun.
wonders of Jekyll Island’s 240-
acre National Historic Landmark yourself. Everyone is welcome
District. A 45-minute trolley to participate. Additional
ride takes guests throughout activities will be taking place
the Gilded Age cottage colony. throughout the weekend. Visit
facebook.com/jekyllisland for
the latest information.
YEARLY EVENTS
LEARN MORE: JEKYLLISLAND.COM/EVENTS
January Historic Preservation Month
In honor of Historic Preservation Month, take a
Island Treasures (through February) special behind-the-scenes tour of Hollybourne
During this two-month game of hide and seek, Cottage. See the beauty of the only Jekyll cottage
hand-crafted artisan glass globes are hidden not yet fully restored. Learn about the family that
throughout the Island for guests to discover. considered this island residence home, the unique
design of the cottage, and the ongoing efforts to
February save the building.
Beach Village
Ameris Bank • 912-635-9014
ANCIENT
Ameris Bank provides Jekyll Island residents
and visitors with banking and financial
services. A walk-up ATM is available 24 hours
a day at this location. Mon-Thurs: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.;
WONDERS
Fri: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat: 9 a.m.-noon.
31 Main St. amerisbank.com
Judy’s Beauty Salon • 912-635-2921
Run by a master stylist with over 25 years
experience on Jekyll Island, Judy’s Beauty
Alligators are a staple of Southern Salon is a full-service salon offering haircuts
culture and should be appreciated, but only and styling, color services, perms, highlights,
and manicures and pedicures. Call for hours
from a distance. While alligators are not and appointments.
aggressive creatures, they do prefer their own MOVING SOON to Beach Village
space and can be dangerous if disturbed.
Other Locations
Be kind. Stay back. Follow rules. Flash Foods Gas and Convenience Store
912-635-2244
Located adjacent to the Dairy Queen, Flash
• DO NOT FEED OR ATTEMPT TO FEED THE
Foods is a gas station and convenience store
ALLIGATORS: Alligators are protected by offering gas, snacks, beverages, and other
state and federal law, and feeding them is convenience items. Open 24 hours a day.
50 Ben Fortson Parkway
illegal. When alligators are fed, they lose
their natural fear of humans. Golden Isles TV Channel 99
912-399-3594
• BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS:
The island’s local TV channel available on
Always be aware of alligators when you are Comcast channel 99, features a variety
anywhere near fresh or brackish water. Never of informative and entertaining local
programming. Mon-Sat: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
intentionally approach or try to capture an
goldenislestv.net
alligator, no matter what size.
Guest Information Center
• DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO PLAY IN 912-635-3636
WATER INHABITED BY ALLIGATORS: Offers a wide variety of visitor resources.
Always keep children a safe distance from Mon-Sat: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
901 Downing Musgrove Causeway
the water’s edge, and never allow them to
Jekyll’s Golden Islander • 912-267-7878
throw objects into the water. To an alligator,
Newspaper covering events and items of
a splash potentially means a food source is in interest to Jekyll Island’s visitors, residents,
the water. and employees. Published every two weeks,
it is available by subscription or for free at
• DO NOT ALLOW PETS IN OR NEAR WATER
many Jekyll Island hotels, businesses, and
KNOWN TO HARBOR ALLIGATORS: Dogs area welcome centers.
and other small pets are more likely to
U.S. Post Office • 912-635-5200
be attacked than humans because they Faster. Simpler. Smarter.
resemble natural prey. Please keep all dogs Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Sat-Sun Closed
511 North Beachview Dr. usps.com
leashed and do not allow them to swim,
WORSHIP
drink, or play at the water’s edge.
• PLAY IT SAFE WHEN GOLFING: Never
search for a lost golf ball in the water or on Jekyll Island Baptist Church
the bank. Of course, never try to hit a ball Sun: 11 a.m. • 501 Riverview Dr.
that has come to rest near an alligator. Jekyll Island Catholic Church
Mass-Sat: 7 p.m. • 503 Riverview Dr.
Jekyll Island Presbyterian Church
Sun:
11 a.m. • 475 Riverview Dr.
Jekyll Island United Methodist Church
Sun: 11 a.m. • 503 Riverview Dr.
6 St. Richard’s Episcopal Mission
Sun: 8:30 a.m. • 503 Riverview Dr.
THE GEORGIA SEA
TURTLE CENTER
The Georgia Sea Turtle Center is a
March to October
rehabilitation, research and educational
Monday-Sunday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
facility that offers the public a chance
to learn about sea turtles and see November to February
Tuesday-Sunday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
rehabilitation efforts in action.
Closed Monday
Georgia
Sea Turtle
Center
JEKYLL ISLAND
MUSEUM
Jekyll Island has a woven history layered
with a rich legacy of luxury and opulence,
nature and balance. Uncover all the
details that come together to create an
Island steeped in heritage at the Jekyll
Island Museum. Wander its halls, then
hop on the trolley tour for an even deeper
glimpse into the Island’s past.
Jekyll Island’s exquisite natural beauty has long drawn guests to its barrier shores.
From Native American and European settlers, to the Jekyll Island Club members, to
the thousands of guests who arrive today, the Island is haven of history and wonder.
Unlock the pristinely preserved heritage of Jekyll Island with a tour of the Jekyll
Island Museum. Throughout, guests will find an array of artifacts, exhibits, and tour
opportunities that provide an insightful look at the Island’s past lives.
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The Cottage
Pier Road Shops
Above the Dunes
Jekyll Books
Island House at the Old Infirmary
Gypsea Glass
The Commissary
Just By Hand
hop
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Doc’s S Morgan Center
duBignon
Shoppe
Sweets
Island
Jekyll Island
Arts Association
Lattitude 31
The Rah Bar
Dolphin Tours
Beaches
Driftwood
Beach Villas Shoppe
Driftwood Bistro
Villas By The Sea Resort
Driftwood & Conference Center
Beach
Golf Course
Fishing
Center
Horton House
Emerald Princess
LODGING
Beachview Club Resort Hotel • 912-635-2256 Holiday Inn Resort • 912-635-2211
Set among centuries old oaks and palms, the Located on 1/4 mile of oceanfront property, the
Beachview Club Resort offers rooms with amenities Holiday Inn Resort at Jekyll Island provides rooms
including hot tubs, steamer/soaker spas, and full and suite accommodations, most with views of the
kitchens. The accomodations surround a central Atlantic Ocean. Guests can relax by the oversized
area with courtyard, heated pool, and 16 person spa. oceanfront pool and enjoy dining at The Rusty
721 N. Beachview Dr. beachviewclub.com Anchor or NorthShore. 701 North Beachview Dr.
hijklresort.com
Days Inn & Suites • 912-635-9800
Adjacent to Beach Village and the Convention Jekyll Island Campground • 912-635-3021
Center, the Days Inn and Suites offers rooms with a The Jekyll Island Campground offers 206 campsites
view as well as suites with a galley kitchen, sleeper on 18 wooded acres on the Island’s north end.
sofa, and a balcony or patio. Guests can also enjoy Options range from tent sites to full hook-up, pull-
free Wi-Fi, two pools, and a hot tub along with a through RV sites with electricity, cable TV, water,
complimentary continental breakfast. and sewerage. Wi-Fi and DSL internet is free for
60 South Beachview Dr. daysinnjekyll.com registered guests.
Sun-Thurs: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Fri-Sat: 9am-7:30pm
Hampton Inn • 912-635-3733 1197 Riverview Dr. jekyllsland.com/campground
The Hampton Inn & Suites is a beachfront hotel
that offers visitors accommodations as well as Jekyll Island Club Hotel • 855-219-7338
complimentary breakfast, a lobby bar, an oak-lined The Jekyll Island Club Hotel offers Victorian charm
boardwalk from the pool to the beach, on-site with modern conveniences in the center of the
bike rentals, and a fire pit. • 200 S. Beachview Dr. Historic District. Guests enjoy restaurants, bars,
jekyllislandhamptoninn.com bicycle rentals, a swimming pool, gift shops, a
fitness room, history tours, croquet, a private beach
club, and more. 371 Riverview Dr. jekyllclub.com
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Remote Areas Caution
Please be aware when entering remote areas as designated
on the map. Emergency response time may be delayed while
attempts are made to ascertain exact location and quickest
route. If calling 911, you will be asked to identify your location.
This is best done by having landmarks in view, and being
aware of direction and distance. Also make note of your entry
Jekyll Island is one of Georgia’s point into a remote area. Each beach crossover is numbered.
eight communities designated as
“Bicycle Friendly” by the League
of American Bicyclists.
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The Jekyll Island Golf Club offers 912-635-2368 • Mon-Sun: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
322 Captain Wylly Road
guests 63 holes of golf as well
as a full practice facility, PGA GREAT DUNES
Professional staff, and U.S. Kids Famed course designer Walter “Old Man” Travis
certified instructors. Full club fitting constructed Great Dunes in 1926. Reflecting the
Island’s unique coastal terrain, the 9-hole alternates
capabilities are also available.
in difficulty and simplicity.
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DINING, SNACKS
& LIBATIONS
Beach Village The Love Shack • 912-635-2253
The Love Shack offers diners a host of barbeque
A Sweet Shop Named Sprinkles • 912-635-2253 choices – including wild Georgia shrimp, chicken,
Features homemade ice cream, gluten-free Dole and smoked meat – in a casual setting that includes
Whips, Icees, fudge, gourmet candies, popcorn, and patio seating. Rotisserie chickens, barbecue, chicken
glazed and roasted nuts as well as waffles and ice wings, and shrimp are also available for party platters
cream served all day. Mon-Sun: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. and catering. Mon-Sun: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. • 11 Main St.,
11 Main St., located within the Jekyll Market located within the Jekyll Market jekyllmarket.com
jekyllmarket.com
McGarvey’s Wee Pub COMING SOON
The Boardwalk Deli • 912-635-2253 Wee Pub is the neighborhood pub and restaurant
Offers made-to-order sandwiches, daily soup that serves as a home away from home for locals and
specials, salads, breads, and desserts, including pies visitors. This hybrid Irish pub and sports bar features
and cakes. A self-service salad bar and outdoor Irish and traditional American fare, plenty of TVs, and
seating are available, as are party platters and boxed wing and beer specials.
lunches. Deli Mon-Sun: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Self-serve salad Mon-Sat: 11:30 a.m.-2 a.m. Sun: noon-midnight
bar: Mon-Sun: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. • 11 Main St., located 20 Main St. weepub.com
within the Jekyll Market jekyllmarket.com
The Reserve • 912-635-4545
Club Café • 912-635-5203 Located at the Westin Jekyll Island, The Reserve is
The Jekyll Island Club Hotel presents pastries, a modern, oceanfront, full service restaurant serving
muffins, sticky buns, and Starbucks coffee each fresh seafood and other dishes with a focus on local
morning and a menu of deli sandwiches, wraps, ingredients. Hours of operation are seasonal and
homemade soups, pizzas, salads, desserts, and subject to change; please call. Breakfast Mon-Sun:
ice cream throughout the day. Picnic lunches and 6:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Lunch Mon-Sun: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.;
catering are also available. Mon-Sun: 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Dinner 5-10 p.m. • 110 Ocean Way
Located at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel and Beach westinjekyllisland.com
Village jekyllclub.com/dining
Salty’s Oceanside at the Westin • 912-635-4545
Fuse Frozen Yogurt • 855-634-7725 Offers poolside dining and drinks with ocean views.
Founded on St. Simons Island in 2012, Fuse Frozen It is located next to the main pool at the Westin and
Yogurt is the only original and independent frozen right off the beach. Hours of operation are seasonal
yogurt shop on the Southeast coast. Menu items and subject to change; please call.
include frozen yogurt, Italian gelato, sorbets, and Mon-Sun: 10 a.m.-sundown • 110 Ocean Way
smoothies made with fresh ingredients. westinjekyllisland.com
Mon-Thurs: 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri-Sat: 10 a.m.-11 p.m.;
Sun: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. • 301 Main St.
fusefrozenyogurt.com
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Historic District Other Locations
Courtyard at Crane • 912-635-5200 685 Seafood • 912-635-3200
Located outside the Jekyll Island Club Hotel’s Delivers a casual seafood dining experience along
historic Crane Cottage, the Courtyard at Crane with marsh views overlooking the Marina and
offers guests casual fine dining indoors or alfresco. the Intracoastal Waterway. Live entertainment
The menu features seasonal plates that are updated Thursday through Saturday starting at 7 p.m.
throughout the year and a full wine list. Sun-Wed: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Thurs-Sat: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Lunch: Sun–Fri: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sat: 11 a.m.–2 p.m. 1 Harbor Road 685Seafood.com
Dinner: Sun–Thurs: 5:30–9 p.m.
381 Riverview jekyllclub.com/dining The Beach Pavilion • 912-635-3148
Features a full bar and grill with hamburgers, hot
Doc’s Snack Shop • 912-635-2820 dogs, and chicken sandwiches as well as chips, ice
Doc’s Snack Shop offers lunch, snacks, and drinks cream, and beverages. Amenities include picnic
under the oaks in the Historic District. Menu items tables, beach chairs and umbrellas, towel service,
include hot dogs, barbecue, chicken salad, nachos, and restrooms. Parking is free for guests of the
and other daily lunch specials. Jekyll Island Club Hotel. Mon-Sun: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Mon-Sun: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. • 9 Pier Road North Beachview Dr. jekyllclub.com/dining/
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HISTORIC DISTRICT
Club Collections Gift Shop • 912-635-2600 Jekyll Island Museum Gift Shop • 912-635-4168
The Jekyll Island Club Hotel’s Club Collections The Historic Stables serve as the backdrop for the
shop features gift items such as exclusive Spanish shopping experience at the Jekyll Island Museum
Moss bath products, jewelry, local history books, Gift Shop. Each stall offers a variety of custom
cookbooks, t-shirts, postcards, and assorted collectables highlighting Jekyll’s past and history.
sundries. Mon–Sat: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon-Sun: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • 100 Stable Road
371 Riverview Dr. jekyllclub.com/store shopjekyllisland.myshopify.com
Gypsea Glass ~ ACE Music & Arts • 912-635-9797 Maxwell’s General Store • 912-635-2205
Owned and operated by island residents and artists, Maxwell’s General Store offers various goods and
Gypsea Glass and ACE Music & Arts combines services including beach supplies, Salt Life t-shirts,
a hand blown glass studio and gift shop with a toys, gifts, on-site embroidery and monogramming,
showcase for musical instruments, musicians’ plus fishing licenses and fishing supplies, bike and
supplies, music lessons, and instrument and camping supplies, and fax and UPS services.
equipment rentals. Mon-Sun: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon-Sun: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 501 North Beachview Dr.
13 Pier Road gypseaglass.com acemusicians.com
Villas By the Sea Shoppe • 912-635-2521
The Island House • 912-635-2632 Serves ready-made deli sandwiches, snacks,
The Island House retail shop offers an eclectic array sweets, and cold beverages and offers a selection
of treasures to tourists and locals, including jewelry, of souvenirs, t-shirts, hats, cover-ups, and sun-care
fashion, local art, music, mermaids, shells, and turtles. products. Open 24 hours.
Mon-Sun: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • 17 Pier Road 1175 N Beachview Dr. villasbythesearesort.com