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First Condominiums in the US
This large building on Jekyll Island, Georgia was known as Sans Souci when it was built in 1896. Henry B. Clyde along with his fellow Jekyll Island Associates, including the well-known J. P. Morgan, wanted to build an extravagant place for their clubhouse members to stay. It is said that these are the first condos…
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Historic Country Club in Georgia
Here’s a unique one for you today. The Jekyll Island Club was founded in 1886 as a place for members to enjoy hunting and recreation. The club was a thriving place for families and hosted some of the world’s wealthiest including the Rockefellers and Vanderbilts. After World War II, it closed due to difficulties. The…
