Sleeping in Matlock: Touring Savannah

The Kehoe House

Grand entrance into Kehoe House

The Pirates' House. For a time, alcohol and "strong spirits" were prohibited in Savannah, except to pirates. Who would dare tell a pirate he couldn't drink? Today, the Pirates' House is one of the most popular restaurants in Savannah.


Just an empty lot? Nope. This site was the official dueling grounds of Savannah. Terrible offenses and affronts were settled here. Immediately to the left of this photo and over a wrought-iron fence lies a cemetery. Location, location, location!

This home was purchased by a guy from San Francisco. Shortly after he bought the home, he painted it this gaudy color. Natives of Savannah were not amused. In fact, they were shocked. When asked what he could possibly be thinking, he told people that its called a painted lady and its a popular color in San Francisco. Even though the architecture is of the period of surrounding homes, it sticks out like a sore thumb because of the color. To each his own . . .

What we refer to as Spanish Moss, is really not Spanish at all. It's buggy, dirty and smelly. People used this moss to stuff mattresses and would wake up with bites, rashes, etc. It's where the phrase "don't let the bed bugs bite" originated. Beautiful to look at but that's about it. Best left on the tree.

Telfair Hospital. Originally established for women only. No men were allowed unless they were born in the hospital. Today it's a retirement home. The majority of the residents are men. Ironic. . .

East River Street looking West.

Walking along West River Street.

A 300 year old oak tree named "Baby."

Dorsette House. This house was moved onto logs and rolled to its present location in an attempt by the owners to avoid the IRS. Didn't find out if they were successful.