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Moss Cottage is an architectural gem that pairs modern charm and character. Built in 1841 by William and Anna Woodruff, the Moss Cottage features a classic three building Greek Revival style home with elements of Gothic Revival. With its single-story design, wide porches, side hall plan and the intricate details of interior lathework, original windows and doors along with multiple additions over the years; it makes Moss Cottage one of the most attractive historic properties around.Address : 341 Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA 31527, USA
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Indian Mound CottageThe Rockefeller Cottage, also known as Indian Mound Cottage, is a house on Jekyll Island, Georgia. It is next to the Jekyll Island Club. It stands three stories high, and has a total of 25 rooms. There are nine bedrooms, nine bathrooms, and seven servant rooms. The house has many distinguishing features such as an elevator, a cedar-lined walk-in safe, and taps for hot and cold salt water on the bathtub in the master bedroom bath. Tours of the mansion are provided by the Jekyll Island Museum.
Dubignon CottageDubignon Cottage, is a historic home that dates back to the early 19th century. Boasting the state's first ever central hallway layout and one of its oldest surviving Greek Revival exterior designs, it stands as a testament to the area's proud architectural heritage. Significant changes were made to the building in 1844 and 1858, including new windows and shutters, porches and porticos.
Jekyll CreekJekyll Creek, is an idyllic coastal paradise. It's a great place for relaxation and leisure activities, including fishing, swimming and boating. The nearby Golden Isles offers plenty of attractions and amenities as well, ranging from golf courses to nature preserves. With its picturesque marshes and wildlife spotting opportunities, you'll be able to immerse yourself in the unique beauty of Glynn County. There are plenty of shopping and dining options too - something for everyone.
Mosaic, Jekyll Island MuseumThe MOSAIC is a history museum in the historic district of Jekyll Island of Georgia, in the United States. The museum features more exhibit space, more artifacts, a new outdoor classroom, and a new multi-purpose room. Constructed completely within the current footprint of the historic stables building, the new design highlights the building’s construction with high, lofted ceilings and open space.
Georgia Sea Turtle CenterGeorgia Sea Turtle Center is a nature center and rescue and rehabilitation facility for sea turtles on Jekyll Island, Georgia, United States. The Center features interactive exhibits and patient viewing areas. In addition to caring for sick and injured turtles, the Center has an educational mission and presents daily programs, field trips, guided tours and beach walks.
Faith ChapelFaith Chapel is a historic chapel on Old Plantation Road in Jekyll Island, Georgia and was built in 1904. It was used as a non-denominational chapel until 1942. The interior and exterior walls are shingled, with gargoyles that are replicas of the ones at Notre Dame Cathedral. The chapel was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1971 and it is open to the public.
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Glynn CountyOne of the beautiful countys in Georgia and it includes the most prominent of the Sea Islands of Georgia, including Jekyll Island, St. Simons Island, and Sea Island and so more are there.
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