Lillis's Guidebook

Lillis
Lillis's Guidebook

Outdoor Activities

Family friendly spots where visitors can enjoy the outdoors, get exercise, or see wildlife.
The lake is just down the street from the house and has a walking/jogging trail around it that is 1.4 miles long. There is a lot of bird life to watch. Local fishermen enjoy the peaceful fishing here. In the middle of the lake is a playground, a skate park, and some tennis and basketball courts. There are also lots of picnic tables.
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Lake Mayer
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The lake is just down the street from the house and has a walking/jogging trail around it that is 1.4 miles long. There is a lot of bird life to watch. Local fishermen enjoy the peaceful fishing here. In the middle of the lake is a playground, a skate park, and some tennis and basketball courts. There are also lots of picnic tables.
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Oatland Island Wildlife Center
711 Sandtown Rd
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Savannah’s prime beach spot.
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Tybee Island
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Savannah’s prime beach spot.
This park has a number of well-maintained walking trails with some lovely views of the marshes. There are also a handful of picnic tables.
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Skidaway Island State Park
52 Diamond Causeway
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This park has a number of well-maintained walking trails with some lovely views of the marshes. There are also a handful of picnic tables.
The park has large open spaces in the center for playing or picnicking. On one end, there are tennis and basketball courts. On the other are two sizes of playgrounds for different ages of kids. There is a farmer’s market here on Saturdays.
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Forsyth Park
2 W Gaston St
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The park has large open spaces in the center for playing or picnicking. On one end, there are tennis and basketball courts. On the other are two sizes of playgrounds for different ages of kids. There is a farmer’s market here on Saturdays.
If you want to get out on Savannah’s tidal marshes, spot dolphins or manatees, or simply learn to paddle, this is the place to go. They organize regular classes and tours and are a great group of people.
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Savannah Canoe and Kayak
414 Bonaventure Rd
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If you want to get out on Savannah’s tidal marshes, spot dolphins or manatees, or simply learn to paddle, this is the place to go. They organize regular classes and tours and are a great group of people.
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Savannah Foody Tour
245 Bull St
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Wormsloe Historic Site
7601 Skidaway Rd
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Historical Sites

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River Street Savannah Georgia
River Street
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Fort Pulaski National Monument
101 US-80
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Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum/William Scarbrough House
41 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
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National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force
175 Bourne Ave
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Wormsloe Historic Site
7601 Skidaway Rd
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Old Town Trolley
234 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
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There are three different museums included in one ticket. It’s a great way to see both the old and the new story of Savannah.
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Telfair Museums Jepson Center
207 W York St
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There are three different museums included in one ticket. It’s a great way to see both the old and the new story of Savannah.
The Geechee / Gullah culture is an important part of the fabric of Savannah. This museum gives insight into that culture and history.
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Pin Point Heritage Museum
9924 Pin Point Ave
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The Geechee / Gullah culture is an important part of the fabric of Savannah. This museum gives insight into that culture and history.
Historic home in downtown Savannah that has preserved a picture of life here in the mid 1800s.
Harper Fowlkes House
230 Barnard St
Historic home in downtown Savannah that has preserved a picture of life here in the mid 1800s.

Restaurants nearby

These are some of my favorites that are all within 2 miles of the house.
Casual atmosphere, excellent seafood.
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Castaways
7360 Skidaway Rd
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Casual atmosphere, excellent seafood.
Great seafood.
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Driftaway Cafe
7400 Skidaway Rd
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Great seafood.
Makes excellent, custom-made, brick-oven pizzas. They also serve pasta and salads. The Italian gelato is my favorite.
Your Pie
110 W Bryan St
Makes excellent, custom-made, brick-oven pizzas. They also serve pasta and salads. The Italian gelato is my favorite.
Fun and funky decor. Excellent ambiance. There is also a little shop inside with eccentric and artsy gift ideas.
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Cohen's Retreat
5715 Skidaway Rd
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Fun and funky decor. Excellent ambiance. There is also a little shop inside with eccentric and artsy gift ideas.
Family owned, local favorite. I would, however, call before showing up. Their hours change based on food availability and demand. Once they have sold out for the day, they close up shop.
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Sandfly Barbeque
8413 Ferguson Ave
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Family owned, local favorite. I would, however, call before showing up. Their hours change based on food availability and demand. Once they have sold out for the day, they close up shop.
Excellent Thai food. The mango sticky rice is my favorite dessert.
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The King & I
7098 Hodgson Memorial Dr
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Excellent Thai food. The mango sticky rice is my favorite dessert.
Fabulous bakery! The storefront however has very limited hours since they do so much catering. Only open to the public on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
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Auspicious Baking Company
7360 Skidaway Road
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Fabulous bakery! The storefront however has very limited hours since they do so much catering. Only open to the public on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Best bagels in Savannah.
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Midtown Deli & Bagel Shop
7805 Abercorn St
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Best bagels in Savannah.
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BowTie Barbecue Co
6724 Waters Avenue
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Grocery Stores

These are listed in order of proximity. Kroger is the most convenient, but I do love ALDI and Whole Foods when I can get out there.
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Kroger Marketplace
318 Mall Blvd
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Food Lion
1040 King George Blvd
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The Fresh Market
890 William Hilton Pkwy
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Whole Foods Market
1815 E Victory Dr
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ALDI
14070 Abercorn St
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Publix Super Market at Twelve Oaks Shopping Center
5500 Abercorn St
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Food scene

These are restaurants that I have been to and enjoy.
I love these bagels whenever I am downtown. You have to go early though - they close at 1pm.
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Big Bon Bodega
2011 Bull St
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I love these bagels whenever I am downtown. You have to go early though - they close at 1pm.
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700 Drayton Restaurant
700 Drayton St
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The Deck Beach Bar and Kitchen
404 Butler Ave
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Flock to the Wok
37 Whitaker St
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The Vault Kitchen & Market
2112 Bull St
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