Hearts and Homes

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On Saturday, March 15th, the 61st Annual Christ Church Tour of Homes will be held.  I enjoyed talking with Beth Smith and Lynn Nazzaro about this wonderful event that raises money for local charities to benefit women and children.  I thought it would be fun to feature just a few of the photos to whet your appetite and entice you to join the tour!  Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy the design and beauty of these amazing homes.

PicMonkey Collage Musgrove Plantation

We’ll begin with Musgrove Plantation.  Built in the 1930’s by Nancy Reynolds Bagley, the daughter of R.J. Reynolds, of tobacco fame.  This home is now used primarily for conferences.  This is the site where President Jimmy Carter assembled his first cabinet meeting, the first to ever have been held outside of Washington.

PicMonkey Collage Bruce Drive

This charming cottage on East Beach is endearingly called “Little Sandcastle” by it’s owners.   The feeling of whimsy created by designer Elizabeth Smith is so carefree!  Who wouldn’t love to call this jewel home?

PicMonkey Collage Kings Land

Next on my list is a lovely home that sits on the edge of the Sea Island Plantation Golf Club.  I love the kitchen and the open concept of this fabulous home.

PicMonkey Collage 53rd Street

On Sea Island you’ll have a great treat when you visit this beautifully designed home.  The landscaping is so in keeping with the style of this lovely property.  I’m looking forward to stepping through that front door!

PicMonkey Collage 24th Street

And finally, another Sea Island home Lynn and Beth so kindly shared with me.  Designed by Jim Sutton and decorated by Elizabeth Smith the French decor of the interior provides a feeling of opulent comfort.

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This is just a taste of a few of the homes you’ll see when you join the tour.  You can purchase $40.00 tickets in advance here:  http://christchurchtourofhomes.org/, as well as at many local businesses.  Tickets at the door are $45.00.  The tour will take place in two hour shifts denoted by the color of the wrist band you’ll receive.  One thing you won’t want to miss is something new to the tour this year.  Lynn and Beth have a real treat for you when you tour the famous cemetery located on the grounds of the church itself.  People who formed this island and are part of its history will be represented by various members of the community in full costume, sharing their stories for all to hear.

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It takes an active team of volunteers to create this wonderful event each year.  Pictured here are members of the various committees who work together to coordinate, organize and provide a truly enjoyable experience.  Listen to The Permanent Tourist radio talk show this coming Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 7:05 p.m. on WWEZ 94.7 and 97.5 fm to hear more about the event from Beth and Lynn.  You won’t want to miss this tour if you live in or around St. Simons Island!

4 Responses

  1. Jeanne Henriques Says:

    Looks wonderful Melissa, I wish I could go! Bit of a distance for a House Tour. Enjoy!

  2. Melissa Says:

    It would be a bit of a stretch from VietNam to St. Simons! Maybe you’ll come for a visit when you’re in the states!

  3. Rebcca Says:

    How much is the tour?

  4. Melissa Says:

    $40.00 if you purchase tickets via the website listed in the post or $45.00 at the door.

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