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The Cloister at Sea Island

4.7 ★★★★★ 812 Google reviews · Oceanfront wedding venue in Sea Island, Georgia · 0.4 mi to the sand

Private beach

High-end hotel set in a luxe oceanfront resort offering 3 golf courses, a posh spa & upscale dining.

Plan your tour

  • Setting oceanfront venue, 0.4 mi to the sand — verified by its distance to a real shoreline
  • Private beach a private stretch of sand comes up here — no public permit, no onlookers wandering through your vows
  • Phone +1 855-231-2333
  • Website seaisland.com — most venues book tours right on their site

At a glance

100 Cloister Dr, Sea Island, GA 31561

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On the property

What couples name in their reviews of The Cloister at Sea Island and what the venue states on its own site — the fastest way to tell what's actually here before you drive out.

🏖️ Private Beach

“Whether enjoying the private beach, relaxing by the pools, exploring the many activities, or simply taking in the beautiful surroundings, every moment felt special.”

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⛩️ Gazebo or Arch

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What couples highlight

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 812 Google reviews — in their own words, and only about the wedding and the setting.

🏝️ breathtaking beach setting 15 mentions

“The resort is absolutely stunning, with beautifully maintained grounds, elegant architecture, and breathtaking views around every corner.”

🤝 staff who go above & beyond 3 mentions

From the reviews

★★★★★ Exceptional Southern Hospitality at Its Finest Our stay at The Cloister at Sea Island was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with genuine warmth and impeccable service that made us feel like valued guests rather than just visitors.

★★★★★ — Mohamed, Jun 2026

The Cloister at Sea Island delivers exactly what you’d expect from a five-star property—high-level service, attention to detail, and a setting built around privacy and tradition. My wife and I were there for an event and stayed three days. The staff stands out immediately.

★★★★★ — Firesteel, Apr 2026

We had a fantastic time during our family reunion here. In particular, Max (along with Ben and Bryson) at the Rainbow Island Dock created a FANTASTIC experience paddle boarding and fishing for my siblings, nieces and nephews and me.

★★★★★ — Nash, Jun 2026

We had a phenomenal time at the Cloister. The staff are absolutely incredible. One of our favorite stays this year! The beach is also very quaint and not overly busy.

★★★★★ — Heidi, May 2026

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about the wedding and the setting. Read all 812 reviews →

Getting married at The Cloister at Sea Island

Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see the ceremony spot at the exact time of day you'd say your vows — a west-facing beach glows at sunset but bakes at noon, and you'll want to feel the wind, watch where the sun sits, and walk the path your guests take across the sand. Second, bring your real questions: the weather backup (where does the ceremony move if it rains or the wind kicks up?), who pulls the beach permit, the sound-ordinance curfew, the catering and bar policy, and exactly what's included — chairs, setup, and teardown on sand are where quotes quietly diverge. Peak beach dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.

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Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and couples' reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Own this venue? Claim your listing — it's free.