Sapelo Island RJ Reynolds Estate

The original Mansion was built by Thomas Spalding an architect, and plantation owner who purchased the property in 1802.  It was built out of tabby which is a mixture of seashells, lime and water.  During the Civil war it was attacked and severely damaged.    Howard Coffin, an automotive engineer from Detroit, purchased the mansion in 1912.  In 1934, Richard Reynolds purchased the mansion.  It  was obtained by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources in 1964 at the time of Reynolds death.  Today it is used as a conference center or event site. It can accommodate 29 people in 13 bedrooms with 11 bathrooms. 

Beautifully painted walls

Circus themed room

Bowling alley

Blackbeard

Library