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Looking for a luxury vacation on Georgia’s coast? Look no further than Hodnett Cooper’s Luxury Vacation Rentals on St. Simons Island. Our Premier concierge works with you to plan your trip to the finest detail, making sure your experience is smooth, stress-free and enjoyable. Premier concierge services may include stocking your residence with groceries prior to your arrival, planning activities, reserving tee times, arranging a private chef, planning day trips–anything...

What could be more luxurious than a leisurely evening on the town? Whether you’re an early bird or a laissez-faire late diner, we have a list of the most celebrated date night locations on Saint Simons Island.   Woodside This impossibly chic Eurocentric eatery features limited seating, a classically curated menu that changes nightly and an atmosphere of elegance. Dining room, outdoor dining and bar seating are available, and the...

Breakfast on St. Simons Island You aren’t officially a St. Simons Islander until you’ve visited these breakfast spots! Whether you want grab and go for an early start or to sit for a nice brunch, Saint Simons has something for everyone! Palmers Behind a weathered door two blocks from the Village shoreline is a place that looks like it could be one of the SSI’s best kept secrets! Palmer’s team...

Breakfast on St. Simons Island You aren’t officially a St. Simons Islander until you’ve visited these breakfast spots! Whether you want grab and go for an early start or to sit for a nice brunch, Saint Simons has something for everyone! Palmers Behind a weathered door two blocks from the Village shoreline is a place that looks like it could be one of the SSI’s best kept secrets! Palmer’s team...

Winters on St. Simons Island are generally described as mild in comparison to just about anywhere north of the Georgia/South Carolina border but that doesn’t mean there aren’t times that call for a cozy spot in front of a fireplace! You can see all our our homes and condos offering fireplaces by clicking here. But we would like to round out our top three Best Houses to Keep Warm This Winter...

If you are here for classes at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and need short or long term housing Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rentals can help! Many of our units accept per diem and can host you and your family as your home away from home while you are in the St. Simons Island area. Although you are here for work, enjoy a little play, Oceanside! Come home each day...

We’ve got several new properties in our vacation rentals program and we want to share a few with you. Whether you are looking for a beach side condo or North Island picturesque family home we have something for everyone. St. Simons Grand 318 is a four-bedroom, three bathroom oceanfront unit with spectacular views, tranquil décor and modern upgrades. You will love the neutral wall colors and furniture as well as the gray...

If you are visiting the Golden Isles this summer and are wondering where to stay let us help you decide Where to Stay on St. Simons Island, Georgia! Although the island is small, roughly 17.5 square miles there are areas of the island perfect for everyone. Whether you are taking a family vacation with small children, coming for a romantic getaway, or perhaps for a girls weekend, there is homes...

As if you need a reason to visit St. Simons Island! But in case you are looking for a sign it’s the right time for you and your family to take a vacay here are our Top 4 Reasons to Stay with Hodnett Cooper This Summer! Summertime Savings With multiple specials going on right now there is something for everyone’s budget. We have 25% all daily and weekly stays for...

If you are visiting the area you won’t have any trouble finding Activities In the Golden Isles this weekend! There are always festivals and exhibits to enjoy with family and friends. The Moxie Craft Fest is happening this Friday, you wont want to miss this one of a kind market! Held in downtown Brunswick, you will get to see local artisans handmade goods which bring a fresh and eclectic vibe to the...

St. Simons Island Wedding Season is in full swing! Come to think of it though, Love fills the salty air year round here. St. Simons is a popular wedding destination for brides but it can be a scary task planning a wedding in a town unfamiliar to you. Let us help with the stress and break down our favorite wedding venues on the island. Epworth By The Sea is by far...

There are so many options when it comes to booking a vacation rental but how do you know which one is right for you? Booking direct will always get you the best deal. Although we do list our properties on many great sites like HomeAway, VRBO, Booking.com, Airbnb and many, many more which are great and convenient sites for travelers they won’t always provide you with the best price. When you...