The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort Offers Guests a Wonderful Retreat on St. Simons Island, GA
Whether planning a romantic getaway, group retreat, or wedding, this resort is an ideal locale.
The largest barrier island in the Golden Isles of Georgia, St. Simons Island is internationally known for scenic salt marshes, a historic lighthouse, and inviting sandy beaches. There on the beautiful island, and overlooking The Atlantic Ocean, is The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort. Built in 1935, this storied beachfront property, featuring stunning parlors, a ladies’ lounge, oceanfront accommodations, a ballroom, an outdoor palm garden, a cardroom, and stained glass window murals, has been a luxury destination for generations of high society families, civic groups, and company executives. The iconic property continues to be a popular destination as visitors seek to get rejuvenated, renewed, and refreshed in beautiful surroundings.
Reserve Beach House Private Residences
The resort features 195 varying accommodations including 141 hotel guestrooms and suites, 6 unique beach cottages, and 48 spacious villas. You can select from the Oceanfront, Historic, Oleander, or Oglethorpe buildings. Enjoy the ultimate level of privacy and comfort by selecting The Tabby House, Familia Meadows House, The Live Oak House, Beech House, Canopy House, The Hampton House, or The Wynn Cottage. Featuring full kitchens with wonderful amenities, the exclusive residences are two, three, or four-bedroom.
Plan Destination Retreats & Weddings
The resort has an exceptional dedicated staff specializing in corporate conferences, family reunions, church retreats, destination weddings, seminars, and other special events. Featuring 10,000 square feet of premier, oceanside event space, hosts can be assured their invitees will be treated to an eventful and relaxing stay. Guests can enjoy seaside cabanas, catered meals, direct beach access, five oceanfront pools, two outdoor tennis courts, a fitness facility, live music on select nights, and concierge assistance with local attractions, island dining, and transportation. The resort’s golf course is available to guests who can make reservations at their leisure.
Dine at ECHO and The Cottage
Delight in an oceanfront dining experience at ECHO featuring the most spectacular view as you feast on fabulous low country cuisine and international fare. For breakfast, try the Smoked Salmon Plate, Praline French Toast, and Seafood Omelet. Maple Pecan Chicken Salad Sandwich, Pimento Cheese Hummus, and She Crab Soup will make for a delectable lunch. Coastal Cobb Salad, Atlantic Grouper, and Smoked Oyster & Artichoke Dip will be great for dinner. Relax on the beach with a breakfast cocktail like a St. Simons Island Sunrise or Pear & Cranberry Bellinni. ECHO classics to enjoy throughout the day include the Peach & Blackberry Muddle, White Peach Sangria, and Prince’s Paloma. Stroll over to The Cottage Custard + Coffee. This shop is a new addition to the property and serves frozen custard, freshly brewed coffee, and baked goods such as blueberry scones, muffins, cinnamon rolls, and croissants.
Discover Island Eateries
During your stay on beautiful St. Simons Island, visit these exceptional eateries. After shopping for flavorful infused or balsamic olive oil at Golden Isles Olive Oil Gourmet Market & Wine Bar, take a seat and enjoy premium wines and appetizing light bites such as curry chicken salad sandwich, toasted caprese sandwich, and charcuterie boards. Georgia Sea Grill is a remarkable upscale restaurant having delightful dishes such as crab stuffed hush puppies, Escargot, roasted beets, cornmeal dusted oysters, bacon poached verlasso salmon, house made desserts, and select wines. Drop by Gnat’s Landing for delicious casual fare such as Vidalia onion pie, salmon BLT, fried dill pickle chips, and Gnat’s famous slaw bowl. Taste the downhome goodness of Porch with great dishes like fried and roasted chicken, chicken tenders, catfish, wild Georgia shrimp, maple baked beans, pimento cheese grits, and JB’s collards.
Explore St. Simons Island
There’s much to see and do on this charming island. Join Cap Fendig on a day tour, ghost tour, or dolphin tour with Lighthouse Trolleys. Go shrimping on the Lady Jane as you see dolphins, seagulls, and pelicans while pulling in crabs, fish, and other sea life. Visit the World War II Home Front Museum. Wind through rivers, creeks, and marshes as you go kayaking with Southeast Adventure Outfitters. Get a bird’s eye view of the island with Coastal Biplane Tours. See the interactive exhibits at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center. Get a historical perspective at the St. Simons Island Lighthouse Museum and A.W. Jones Heritage Center. Plan to spend some time at the St. Simons Pier Village District for a wonderful afternoon of shopping, dining, and fun attractions. For more information about St. Simons Island, visit the following sites: Golden Isles Georgia, Explore St. Simons Island, King and Prince Resort Info, and Explore Georgia.
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