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The ultimate luxury getaway!

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Created by rjdenissen - April 14th 2018

When thinking about the lifestyles of the rich and famous, a private island is usually a part of the package... but you don't actually have to go to the Bahamas (or have millions in the bank) to enjoy the luxury and privacy of an island getaway! You can find not one, but two private island resorts in the Golden Isles. One is Sea Island, on the southeast shore, and the other is Little St. Simons Island, to the north. Both are totally top-notch options for a dreamy vacation, and they both have their own distinct amenities and atmospheres. Here's a guide to finding the private island escape that will make you feel like a million bucks!

217 2nd Ave S, Nashville, TN, US

The Listening Room

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126km 01h 18m

4010 Burgess Falls Dr, Sparta, TN, US

Burgess Falls State Park

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31km 00h 29m

1081 Cummins Mill Road, Cookeville, TN, US

Cummins Falls State Park

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105km 01h 06m

U.S. Highway 70, Crab Orchard, TN, US

Ozone Falls

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161km 02h 01m
Photo of Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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107 Park Headquarters Road, Gatlinburg, TN, US

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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36km 00h 46m
Photo of Tuckaleechee Caverns
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825 Cavern Road, Townsend, TN, US

Tuckaleechee Caverns

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22km 00h 29m
Photo of Cades Cove
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10042 Campground Dr, TN, US

Cades Cove

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67km 01h 26m
Photo of Clingmans Dome
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Clingman's Dome Trail, NC, US

Clingmans Dome

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122km 01h 50m
Photo of Biltmore Estate
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1 Lodge St, Asheville, NC, US

Biltmore Estate

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12km 00h 20m
Photo of The Omni Grove Park Inn
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290 Macon Ave, Asheville, NC, US

The Omni Grove Park Inn

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Photo of Congaree National Park
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100 National Park Rd,, Hopkins, SC, US

Congaree National Park

Photo of The Marshall House
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123 East Broughton Street, Savannah, GA, US

The Marshall House

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1000 Hampton Point Dr, St. Simons Island, GA, US

Lodge on Little St. Simons Island

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Seven miles of beaches; 11,000 acres of wilderness. And it's all only accessible by boat! Little St. Simons has been privately owned since 1760, offering all-inclusive, unique stays for just 32 guests at a time, making it truly a once in a lifetime experience. This little slice of paradise additionally prides itself on sustainable, "seed to table" dining services, where everything you eat will be local, fresh, and prepared just for you. Water activities, hiking, bicycling, and so much more provide fun for anyone and everyone. They also offer day trips, many with onsite naturalists who can guide you as you experience the beauty of the island. The Lodge is for nature lovers of all kinds, so expect to be outside for the majority of your trip, as this isn't a "resort" but a relaxed, natural experience that will provide memories, good times, stunning photos, and delicious food alike!

Riverview Drive, Jekyll Island, GA, US

Jekyll Island National Landmark Historic District

The Golden Isles has long been a hit for those wanting to escape busy lives and relax at a top-notch resort--without traveling across the globe. Discover the countless fun activities offered, marine animals and other wildlife, and so much more, all while experiencing the warm climate that you expect from gorgeous Georgia beaches and the surrounding areas. You're sure to be spoiled here!