The many restaurants at the resort include a casual raw bar and grill, where after-beach oysters and cocktails are the specialty. On the other end of the spectrum, the fine-dining Georgian Room serves fresh Southern-influenced recipes in a grand, formal dining room.
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Hotels Own Introduction
a warm island welcome
From the moment you cross the bridge, the world shifts. Salt-tinged breezes greet you, followed by a smile that carries heart and soul. Beyond lies The Cloister, a private island sanctuary set on fifty lush acres surrounded by river, salt marsh, and sea.
accommodations with character
Rooms, suites, and residences are thoughtfully designed to meet every need. Each space is finely detailed and spacious, many featuring vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, handcrafted Oriental rugs, and other unique architectural touches. Elegant yet playful, every stay feels both timeless and personal.
adventures on land and water
The Cloister invites you to explore in every direction—fishing, sailing, tennis, biking, kayaking, and horseback riding are just the beginning. Paddle through winding marshes, stroll along sandy shores, or count sea turtle nests at twilight.
unforgettable encounters
From the stillness of a sunrise paddleboard session to the exhilaration of a Harris hawk landing gracefully on your arm, The Cloister offers moments that become stories worth sharing long after your stay.