Folkston, Georgia is a quiet, affordable small town that’s surprisingly pleasant for multi‑week stays—base yourself near the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge for swamp hikes and birding, and enjoy the quirky Folkston Funnel train‑watching platform for relaxed evenings after shifts.
For weekend variety, Jacksonville, FL is about 47 miles away, offering big‑city dining, beaches and cultural attractions, and historic St. Augustine is an easy drive for coastal sightseeing and colonial charm.