Here we are back on Amelia Island the Isle of Eight flags. This time we will stay at Oasis Fernandina Harbor Marina right downtown where we can walk to the museum, restaurants, shops etc. We had the opportunity to visit the Museum of History - which is housed in the historic Nassau County Jail. We had a wonderful docent who gave us a great history lesson on why the eight different flags are significant to Amelia Island.
We had a wonderful breakfast at The Florida House Inn - which is the oldest surviving hotel in the state of Florida - where we checked out Leddys Porch and the lovely patio. After a delicious breakfast we went to mass at St Michael’s - a lovely small well attended church, visited the museum, Nana went on a bike ride and the evening ended with the perfect dinner at Espana - although we ate inside we had full view of their beautiful patio dining. Nana was very excited to watch the Oscars from the boating lounge but was very disappointed as the channel was not available - we will simply have to get better at this tech stuff! No worries we were able to see the awards on utube later - better late than not at all.
We had a wonderful breakfast at The Florida House Inn - which is the oldest surviving hotel in the state of Florida - where we checked out Leddys Porch and the lovely patio. After a delicious breakfast we went to mass at St Michael’s - a lovely small well attended church, visited the museum, Nana went on a bike ride and the evening ended with the perfect dinner at Espana - although we ate inside we had full view of their beautiful patio dining. Nana was very excited to watch the Oscars from the boating lounge but was very disappointed as the channel was not available - we will simply have to get better at this tech stuff! No worries we were able to see the awards on utube later - better late than not at all.
A mermaid fountain in the patio. There is also the Mermaid bar where occasionally there is live music.
Monday 11th The mechanic arrives and sorts out the problem - once again - with the trottle. We will eventually need a part but it can wait until we get to Charleston. We get a late start so we head to Jekyll Island. There we meet the two couples from Illinois on their lovely tugs and we took the trolley tour of the Jekyll Island Club Resort. In 1886 the island was purchased to become an exclusive winter retreat for the very wealthy. It became known “ as the richest , most inaccessible club in the world. The breakout of World War 11, the depression and local labor force being drafted into the military all lead to the closure of the club. In 1947 Jekyll Island was purchased by the State of Georgia for use as a State Park. Below is one of the many cottages on the grounds of the Jekyll Club.
Tuesday 12th we have a long and winding cruise and decide to drop anchor in a very secluded spot on The North Newport River. On our journey. in the distance , we thought we saw this very strange large machine coming our way only to discover it was a fishing vessel !
We are rewarded with a perfect sunset. The stars are popping due to no light pollution and the moon is 7.70% visible and crescent. A wonderful evening to drop the hook.
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