St. Simons Island Beach Retreat
Coastal Retreat with Fantastic Outdoor Spaces
Set beneath the sweeping arms of a centuries-old live oak, this coastal retreat was shaped by a desire to live in harmony with the landscape. The homeowners envisioned a place that embraced the rhythms of the marsh, the glow of golden hour, and the quiet shelter of winding oaks. They wanted a home where every space, inside and out, could be a front-row seat to nature, and where relaxed outdoor living was simply part of daily life.
Savannah Magazine, June 2022
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Publications
Savannah Magazine, When the Landscape Leads by Kendall McKinnon
Contractor
Coastal Builders, Inc.Location
St. Simons Island, GALandscape
Verdant Enterprises
A Home that Lives in the Landscape
The design channels a modern take on classic Southern architecture warm, inviting, and built to endure. Deep overhangs, exposed rafters, and thoughtfully selected materials root the home in its setting. The layout frames sweeping views, funnels in coastal breezes, and connects seamlessly to shaded porches and gardens. Every detail was tuned for comfort and resilience, from the high-performance HVAC system and elevated foundation to the orientation of the windows and the gentle curve of garden walls.
Built for Coastal Living
Outdoor spaces flow effortlessly from the interior. Shade sails stretch across the pool and deck for all-day enjoyment, while a vine-draped fence offers privacy with softness. Retractable screens provide flexibility to shape each outdoor moment, whether it's catching a breeze or blocking a summer storm.
Everyday Life, Outdoors
The result is a home that feels like a quiet celebration of the coast. It’s resilient, energy-efficient, and deeply restful. Whether watching the marsh shift with the tides or gathering with friends by the pool, this house makes it easy to feel at ease, where every sunset marks the beginning of a vacation.
From the client…
“Jane, Michael and team really listened to our somewhat inarticulate goals. We wanted where modern meets southern, as well as warmth, serenity and a dash of whimsy. Our home does all of that and more.”
Lizanne Thomas