We call our Non-Smoking, ground floor villa, 'Retreat' because that is exactly what it is for us - a peaceful place to get away from it all in the beautiful surroundings of Georgia's Jekyll Island. NOTE: Our unit renovated in December, 2006! We now have ceramic tile floors in the living areas, a new dishwasher, and newly refinished/repainted ceiling, and fresh paint on all walls. To rent Retreat, please drop us an e-mail or give me a call. We'll be delighted to answer any questions for you. We finalize all rentals through Jekyll Realty, so that it is easier for guests to get their keys and have a contact right there on the island. Retreat is a delightful one bedroom villa located in Villas By the Sea, an oceanside resort on Jekyll's north end. Retreat Villa #208 is located in the Ellington Building, a quiet building just a stone's throw from the Atlantic Ocean. Our building isn't oceanfront but is the first building back and it only takes a minute's walk to get to the beach. Villa By the Sea's seventeen beautifully landscaped acres provide a tranquil environment for residents and guests. Beach boardwalks lead through the greenery to a sandy beach that stretches on for miles. There is an L-shaped pool with a newly renovated splashpool/wading area for children, a restaurant and lounge, garden area with benches and fountain, grills, and a children's playground on-site at Villas By the Sea. Washers and dryers are available as well. The staff at Villas is courteous and ready to help you in any way during your visit. We work through Jekyll Realty, whose staff are ready and willing to help during your stay. Our villa is decorated in a relaxing nautical style with many lighthouses, shells, ocean collectibles, and prints to make your stay a pleasant one. We bought our villa in 2003 and have redone the kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, and living area, adding new furnishings, mattress, & dishes. We replace the pots and pans yearly to keep them clean and fresh, and we replace pillows and blankets frequently to keep them comfortable. New paint and carpet in Dec. of 2008. New tile, kitchen cabinets, and new bathroom step-in marble shower with grab bars in Dec., 2011. We work hard to keep our unit clean and comfy - a home away from home for ourselves and our guests. While linens are not included, you you can rent them easily through our friends at Jekyll Realty. The Ellington Building is nestled beneath towering live oaks draped with Spanish moss. With