ESCAPE—LITTLE ST. SIMONS ISLAND
‘Escape To This Nearby-Yet-Remote Isle’ By Debi Lander
Though less than 200 miles from Ocala, a trip to Little St. Simons Island feels far removed and exotic, like being dropped into a fairyland forest.
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o get to the least-visited of Georgia’s Golden Isles, drive north on I-95. Cross over the stunning, cable-suspended Sidney Lanier Bridge to the larger St. Simons Island and continue to the gateway at the northern end, the Hampton River Marina. Then, hop on the private ferry where the boat scurries across the Marshes of Glynn to Little St. Simons Island, a mere 10- to 15-minute ride, depending on tides. Staff members warmly greet you as
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you step up the embankment covered in oyster shells and native grasses. Most likely, a noticeable breeze will be blowing through dozens of giant live oaks draped with Spanish moss. You can’t help but feel the caress of Mother Nature as you enter this secluded world. Known for its privacy, The Lodge on Little St. Simons is
