Savannah, GA

Wednesday after leaving Hilton Head, SC at noon we arrived at the Isle of Hope Marina in Savannah, GA about 4:00. After tying up and checking in we borrowed the marina bikes and road down to the public town pool. The weather has been extremely hot this week and a cool dip is truly welcomed!

Isle of Hope is a charming village of winding roads, old houses and huge oak trees covered in spanish moss. Established as a retreat in the 19th century for the elite of Savannah, it provided refuge from the intense heat and breakouts of malaria prevalent throughout the summer months. Prominent Savannah families build palatial homes along the water. A small African-American settlement in the district dates from after the Civil War when freed slaves from the Wormsloe Plantation settled in the town. Seventh generation decendants of the Wormsloe family still reside at the old plantation. Part of the grounds are opened for tours and special events, but it was closed the day we were there.