Discover Epworth by the Sea — a 4-star riverfront retreat and conference center located on the scenic shores of St. Simons Island, Georgia. This expansive waterfront campus welcomes groups, families, couples, and individuals seeking peaceful surroundings, meaningful connection, and personal renewal. Whether you're visiting for a camp-related event, religious retreat, family reunion, corporate event, or special celebration, Epworth offers a unique blend of comfortable accommodations, meeting facilities, on-site dining, and inspirational outdoor spaces designed to foster reflection and fellowship. Guests enjoy amenities such as private lodging, wifi, spacious meeting halls, walking trails, riverfront views, and full-service hospitality. Epworth is praised for its beautiful location, divine views, and wonderful staff who go the extra mile. Guests describe the campus as incredibly clean, with comfortable rooms and efficient service. While the walls may be thin in some areas, the overall experience is highly recommended, especially for church retreats and family gatherings. Epworth's 75-year history of caring for families is a testament to its enduring legacy as a premier destination for rest, relaxation, and spiritual renewal.
All aspects of my stay here was amazing. Went there with a group. All meals were spectacular.
February 2026
I Robin Franklin Manning of Thomasville Georgia stayed here and other hotels here several times when I was employed with Georgia Pines Mental Health. It was an amazing experience.
January 2026
Beautiful setting. Turner Lodge offers wonderful views of the river.
