Walkabout Wednesday – The King and Prince Resort
Story and Photos by Nancy Kirkpatrick
Here on St Simons Island we love The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort. And that love is well earned. The accommodations are stellar, the service impeccable and the staff friendly. It’s tough to beat, especially with the Atlantic Ocean only a few steps away.
First opened in 1935 as a seaside dance club, the main hotel building with its gracious Mediterranean architecture opened in July, 1941. It quickly became a popular island resort. Renovations, enhancements, expansions and restorations took place over the years. Then in 1996, the hotel was named to the prestigious Historic Hotels of America. In 2005, the Resort was named to the National Register of Historic Places.
So today I treat you to my “walkabout” images featuring the recently completed renovations. This extensive project brought new culinary offerings, as well as the addition of St Simons Island’s only oceanfront restaurant, ECHO. Here you can enjoy indoor/outdoor dining and broad views of the Atlantic. The updated common areas are naturally crafted to invite visitors to relax and stay awhile. Just as I did while enjoying my job!
Having seen this wonderful transformation, I plan to spend more time here. There is interesting architecture to explore. There is food and wine to sample. Oceanfront views to enjoy. It also is a place I know I can sit in comfort and do some writing from time to time while the rest of the world wanders by. You must go see and spend some time there as well. Plan a party. Spend a weekend. It is truly wonderful.
By Nancy Kirkpatrick
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