Enjoy coastal lifestyle at Villas by the Sea resort on Jekyll Island! Next to secluded beach and also close to famous Driftwood Beach. Updated 2nd-floor condo boasts ample natural light and balcony view of lush maritime surroundings. With well-appointed furnishings, mini kitchen, double vanity, and zero carpeting to mess with your allergies. 1-BR unit sleeps 4 (with pullout sofa) and can be grouped with our adjacent residences. For stays longer than 7 nights, contact host for special discount.

The space
Beachy condo in beautifully serene setting just a short walk from stunning Driftwood Beach – America’s No. 3 best beach, according to Tripadvisor. Top-floor unit features combined living room/kitchenette/eating area plus 1 BR. Nicely remodeled with marble double-sink vanity in bathroom and new furniture throughout. Bedroom has queen bed and living room has two side-by-side, pullout sofa chairs that convert into one full-sized sofa bed or twin sleeper sofas. Unit has beach chairs, beach umbrellas and beach towels available for your use. For larger groups, we have two more condos downstairs (each sleeps 4) that also can be booked.

Nestled among 17 acres of stately oaks and tropical landscaping, Villas by the Sea oceanfront resort lies just south of mesmerizing Driftwood Beach, famous for its surreal panorama of ancient, petrified trees. There arguably is no more-fascinating or more-romantic location than Driftwood Beach on any American coast.

Convenient pathways connect the Villas complex to an unspoiled and generally uncrowded beach area just over the dunes. There also is a specially constructed, sandy promenade running parallel to the shoreline – an ideal stretch for strolling, sunbathing, and taking in the awesome views. This totally protected swath also will lead you straight to Driftwood Beach a few hundred yards away. In addition, an elevated boardwalk and pavilion have been added to part of the promenade.

Guest access
Your Villas amenities include a large, partially shaded outdoor pool and adjoining kiddie pool (pools open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Memorial Day thru Labor Day; pool towels provided), picnic areas and outdoor grills, a volleyball court, a basketball half-court, an indoor fitness center, and an engaging playground. There are on-site bike rentals for cruising Jekyll Island’s 22 miles of flat, scenic paths and trails. You’ll be provided keycard access to the free fitness center and the coin laundromat. Wireless Internet service is available throughout the complex. Also around the property are ice and vending machines, bicycle racks, and charging stations for electric vehicles, including golf carts.

Within the resort’s welcome center you’ll find the popular Driftwood Bistro restaurant (open 5:00-9:00 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday) plus a 24/7 Village Shoppe for anytime sundries, snacks, beverages, reheatable entrees, apparel, souvenirs and other items. A conference center meeting room may be rented and has catering available. There also is a computer room with a library.

Other things to note
Jekyll Island is a destination unlike any other, renowned for its natural beauty, sense of adventure, intriguing history, and serene atmosphere. With seven pristine, sun-drenched beaches plus four award-winning golf courses, a 240-acre National Historic Landmark District, the refreshing Summer Waves Water Park (seasonal) and Georgia’s only rehabilitation center for endangered sea turtles and other wildlife, there’s something here for every traveling interest.

Hike or bike through the captivating maritime forest. Spot dolphins while you’re on an Intracoastal cruise or a kayak excursion. Relive America’s Gilded Age in the sprawling Historic District. Enjoy bird watching along the marsh, ride horses on the beach, or cast for your dinner from the giant Clam Creek Fishing Pier. You can also learn more about Jekyll’s distinctive past at the modernized Mosaic museum or the numerous other historic sites around the island.

From the early settlers to the turn-of-the-century industrialists to today’s travelers from all over the world, Jekyll Island has fascinated anyone who’s ever crossed over to this unique barrier island. We invite you to experience the magic.

You can check out more things to do here at Jekyll Island dot com.