Dungeness on Cumberland Island, Georgia, is a ruined mansion that is part of a historic district that was the home of several families significant in American history. James Oglethorpe first built on Cumberland Island in 1736, building a hunting lodge that he named Dungeness. Oglethorpe named the place after Dungeness, in England. The next Dungeness was the legacy of Revolutionary War hero Nathanael Greene, who had acquired 11,000 acres of island land in exchange for a bad debt. His widow built a four-story tabby mansion in 1803, over a Timucuan shell mound. During the War of 1812 the island was occupied by the British, who used the house as a headquarters.
In 1818 Henry “Light-Horse Harry” Lee, a dashing cavalry commander during the Revolutionary War and father of Robert E. Lee, stayed at the house until his death on March 25, 1818, cared for by Greene's daughter Louisa, and was laid to rest in nearby cemetery with full military honors provided by an American fleet stationed at St. Marys, Georgia. The house was abandoned during the U.S. Civil War and burned in 1866.
In the 1880s the property was purchased by Thomas M. Carnegie, brother of Andrew Carnegie, who began to build a new mansion on the site. The 59-room Queen Anne style mansion and grounds were completed after Carnegie's death in 1886. His wife Lucy continued to live at Dungeness and built other estates for her children, including Greyfield for Margaret Carnegie, Plum Orchard for George Lauder Carnegie, and Stafford Plantation. By this time, the Carnegies owned 90% of the island.
The Carnegies moved out of Dungeness in 1925. In 1959 the Dungeness mansion was destroyed by fire, alleged to be arson. The ruins are today preserved by the National Park Service as part of Cumberland Island National Seashore. They were acquired by the Park Service in 1972.

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SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western St Marys Cumberland : Hotel located near Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay. Features daily, an outdoor pool, and complimentary wired internet access. Hyatt Place Jacksonville Airport : Offers a snack bar/deli, an outdoor pool, and full. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Jacksonville Airport by IHG : Provides free self parking, an outdoor pool, and complimentary wireless internet access. Amelia Hotel at the Beach : Features a snack bar/deli, an outdoor pool, and buffet. Crowne Plaza Hotel Jacksonville Airport/I-95N by IHG : Features 2 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and 9 restaurants.

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$59 nightly

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$83 nightly

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$76 nightly

Nov 30 - Dec 1

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Gabriella

$83 nightly

Dec 5 - Dec 6

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$118 nightly

Nov 30 - Dec 1

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Richard

$94 nightly

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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Mandy

$158 nightly

Nov 30 - Dec 1

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Kris

$128 nightly

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"The staff was helpful. Breakfast was always filling and hot. It was always quiet in the evening with a comfortable bed. Our room faced east with the ocean view. "

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What are some hotels with pools in St. Marys?

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western St Marys Cumberland: Hotel located near Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay. Features daily, an outdoor pool, and complimentary wired internet access. Hyatt Place Jacksonville Airport: Offers a snack bar/deli, an outdoor pool, and full. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Jacksonville Airport by IHG: Provides free self parking, an outdoor pool, and complimentary wireless internet access. Amelia Hotel at the Beach: Features a snack bar/deli, an outdoor pool, and buffet. Crowne Plaza Hotel Jacksonville Airport/I-95N by IHG: Features 2 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and 9 restaurants.

What is there to see and do in St. Marys?

Make a point to visit attractions like Crooked River State Park and St. Marys Railroad Museum. During your stay, check out sights such as Cumberland Island Ferry, Cumberland Island National Seashore, and St. Marys Submarine Museum. The island views and restaurants are just some of the things to enjoy while you're in the area.

When is the best time to book a hotel with a pool in St. Marys?

Taking into account the local weather in St. Marys is an important factor for planning your visit, especially if you plan to spend your trip poolside. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 59°F. Average annual precipitation for St. Marys is 48 inches.

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