Welcome to the Golden Isles
Explore Elegant Island Home - Real Estate Listings
For more information about real estate listings on St. Simons Island, Sea Island, and the surrounding areas, follow this link to explore the Elegant Island Home website. Read more
Staying Gold - Golden Isles Ranked Top Island in Continental U.S.
World-renowned travel publication Travel + Leisure has announced the results of its 2023 World’s Best Awards readers survey and the Golden Isles has reclaimed the coveted number one spot in the Best Islands in the Continental U.S. category. Read more
20 Fascinating Facts About St. Simons Island
In the spirit of celebrating the lifestyle of St. Simons Island and the surrounding area for 20 years, here are some interesting facts we’ve learned about our island home during that time that you might not know. Read more
Day at the Beach - Beach Info, Safety & Rules
A favorite summertime activity in the Golden Isles is spending a day at the beach, but there’s no bad season to walk along the shoreline, whether you’re getting exercise, listening to the waves, watching the sun rise, or chasing sunsets. Read more
Water Like Sweet Tea
“But why is the water brown? Is it always like that?” We’ve heard these questions asked about the waters off of St. Simons Island and Jekyll Island more than a few times. Here’s a little info about our sweet tea colored water. Read more
The Cast and the Catch - A Guide to Fishing in the Golden Isles
Fishing, whether done on a boat offshore, in a kayak in the marsh, or by throwing a line off the pier, is a very popular pastime in the Golden Isles. Here's a quick guide to what you need to know to get started. Read more
About the Area - SSI MAP
You are here. St. Simons Island. St. Simons Island is the largest of the barrier islands that make of the Golden Isles of Georgia. The island is 11.5 miles long and 3 miles across at its widest point and has a full-time population of 14,570. Read more
2024 St. Simons Island Antique Show and Sale
Now in its 43rd year, the St. Simons Antique Show & Sale takes place under the oaks in Postell Park. Antiques, vintage items, art & oddities. 9am-5pm Sat & Sun. You never know what you might find! For more info, follow @ssivintageandantiques on FB. Read more
Jul 27, 2024Jul 28, 2024
100 Year Celebration Film Festival Series
See 3 films by filmmakers on the Gullah-Geechee Coast - THE SOUL OF ST SIMONS, UNPACKED, and DREAMING GAVE US WINGS. Part of the 100 Year Celebration of Historic Harrington School. Free popcorn provided. Donations appreciated. Read more
Jul 27, 2024
1:00 PM4:00 PM
Shake & Shine Car Show
Enjoy shakes, coffee, and viewing cars the last Sunday of every month. All types of vehicles are welcome. $100 prize for Best of Show (judged by Chubs owner Cameron). Enter your car or just come by to see the sweet rides with a sweet treat! Read more
Jul 28, 2024
4:00 PM6:00 PM