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Father's Day is right around the corner, and whether you're a master planner or a spur-of-the-moment kind of family, we've got your back with stellar recommendations for a vacation that'll make dad feel like the MVP he truly is.

Plan your perfect summer getaway to St. Simons and Jekyll Islands. From oceanfront condos at Beach Club to private homes at East Beach, find ideal accommodations for families, groups, or peaceful retreats. Enjoy beach access, heated pools, and prime locations near dining and shopping. Book your Golden Isles vacation with Hodnett Cooper for the ultimate coastal experience!

Mother's Day is coming up fast. Instead of the usual gifts, why not bring mom to the Golden Isles for a weekend? She gets to relax on the beach, and you get to enjoy time together in one of Georgia's most beautiful coastal spots!

If you are like many other people, you do not want to leave your pet behind to go on vacation. We have a simple solution for you… bring them with you! St. Simons Island beaches are pet friendly year-round, from Labor Day to Memorial Day you can take your dog to the beach whenever you would like. During the summer months dog access is still allowed but restricted to 6...

Enjoy St. Patrick’s Day Weekend on St. Simons Island by strolling the gorgeous beaches or playing with your kids in the sand! The weather is beautiful, sunny and 70 degrees to be exact! Once you finish taking in the salt air and ocean breeze head to the village area and enjoy a day browsing through the island shops. As the old folklore, has it if you aren’t wearing green you will get...

Struggling to find the perfect place for your next corporate retreat? Hodnett Cooper Vacation Rentals on St. Simons Island has homes that will inspire you and help your team relax and recharge! Whether you have a small team of 5 or less, or a large team of 15 people we have options for you! With marsh-front and ocean-front options available you will have the freedom to choose what will get...

Relax and enjoy a long weekend on St. Simons Island! Celebrate President’s Day in the Golden Isles and take advantage of Sidney Lanier Bridge at sunset: This weekend Brunswick, Georgia hosts the annual Southeast Georgia Health System Foundation Bridge Run. This special event is unique in the fact that the run takes places solely on the 7,780 Sidney Lanier Bridge. Whereas most bridge runs include roads leading up to the bridge...

Today, Donald Trump will be sworn in at his inauguration, becoming the 45th President of The United States. This is a day full of exciting events for all Americans as they turn their eyes to the US Capitol to watch Donald Trump formally replace President Barack Obama in the White House. Although this is a monumental and historic day for the American People, some of us still have to work… so...

Stash Your Trash will be taking place Friday 10/28 at 7:30 am. Before heading to the BIG GAME, please join us in the 9th annual Georgia/Florida Community Beach Sweep. The bags and gloves will be provided, along with bug spray and sunscreen… we just need Y-O-U! Friday 10/28 there will be ALL DAY trolley rides starting at 9am. Stay safe and avoid parking trouble with an ALL-DAY $10 Trolley Ride Wristband...

Hodnett Cooper is excited to announce Catherine Maybank has joined the team as Director of Marketing. Catherine brings a wealth of knowledge from her previous experience in hospitality management, real estate marketing, and management at Frederica. In addition to her business experience Catherine holds a Bachelors of Business Administration from the University of Georgia and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of North Florida. She is a Licensed Real...

Today is National Dog Appreciation Day and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate than by taking your dog for a stroll on the beach. We are fortunate to have dog friendly beaches on East Beach, St. Simons Island. If we obey a few minor regulations, we can all have a great time! Understanding the regulations is key to a safe visit and avoiding ticketing and fines. PET FRIENDLY...

St. Simons Island has been filling up our trophy case lately! Travel + Leisure readers named St. Simons Island “America’s Favorite Beach Town” in their annual America’s Favorite Towns Survey. Coastal Living Magazine ranked St. Simons Island among “America’s Happiest Seaside Towns.” Travel + Leisure readers also named St. Simons Island “America’s Most Romantic Town.” While our destination is enjoying the limelight, Hodnett Cooper has some great news to report as well. Our locally-published magazine, Elegant Island Living, conducts...