HISTORIC CHARLESTON
Charleston is a major tourist destination, with
a considerable number of luxury hotels, hotel
chains, inns, and bed and breakfasts and a large
number of award-winning restaurants and quality
shopping. The city is well-known for its streets
lined with grand live oaks draped with Spanish moss,
and the ubiquity of the Cabbage Palmetto, which is
the state tree of South Carolina. Along the
waterfront in an area known as Rainbow Row are many
beautiful and historic pastel-colored homes. The
city is also an important port, boasting the second
largest container seaport on the East Coast and the
fourth largest container seaport in North
America.[16] Charleston is becoming a prime location
for information technology jobs and corporations,
most notably Blackbaud, Modulant, CSS, Benefitfocus,
and Google. The aerospace industry is beginning to
establish itself with the joint venture plant of
Vought and Alenia Aeronautica, where two of the five
sections of the Boeing 787 fuselage are fabricated
and assembled.
Charleston is the primary medical
center for the eastern portion of the state. The
city has several major hospitals located in the
downtown area alone: Medical University of South
Carolina Medical Center (MUSC), Ralph H. Johnson VA
Medical Center, and Roper Hospital. MUSC is the
state's first school of medicine, the largest
medical university in the state, and the sixth
oldest continually operating school of medicine in
the United States. The downtown medical district is
experiencing rapid growth of biotechnology and
medical research industries coupled with substantial
expansions of all the major hospitals. Additionally,
more expansions are planned or underway at several
other major hospitals located in other portions of
the city and the Tri County metropolitan area: Bon
Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital, Trident Medical
Center, and East Cooper Regional Medical Center.
Hurricane Hugo hit Charleston in 1989, and though
the worst damage was in nearby McClellanville, the
storm damaged three-quarters of the homes in
Charleston's historic district. The hurricane caused
over $2.8 billion in damage.
In 1993, a squadron
of the C-17 Globemaster III aircraft was established
at the Charleston Air Force base, located in the
City of North Charleston.
The Medical University
of South Carolina is the largest employer in
Charleston South Carolina.
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KIAWAH ISLAND
One of the most
extraordinary places in the world, Kiawah Island,
South Carolina, is garnished with accolades and
awards. The island’s 10 mile pristine beach has been
rated among the finest and most romantic beaches by
National Geographic Traveler magazine. Kiawah gained
world-wide attention when it played host to one of
the most exciting Ryder Cup matches in the history
of the game where the Americans captured the coveted
prize over their European counterparts on Pete Dye’s
Ocean Course, one of the championship courses on the
island, and home to the 2007 Senior PGA and 2012 PGA
Championships. Golfers can enjoy playing on the
public golf courses located behind the gates of
Kiawah Island including The Ocean Course, Osprey
Point, Cougar Point, and Turtle Point. The Resort is
also ranked #2 for 2006-2008 in the list of “U.S.
Greatest Tennis Resorts” by Tennis magazine. The Roy
Barth Tennis Center in East Beach and the West Beach
Racquet Club ensure that none of the residents or
visitors will be very far from both Har - Tru and
hard courts. In addition to playing golf and tennis,
families visiting Kiawah Island have a wide range of
activities to choose from including swimming,
biking, canoeing, ocean kayaking, back river
excursions or enjoying the many amenities at Night
Heron Park or The Sanctuary Hotel, ranked #1 Family
Resort Hotel in U.S. and Canada by Travel + Leisure
Family. Kiawah offers indoor activities as well
including shopping, relaxing at the spa, or enjoying
one of the many dining venues such as The Ocean
Room, The Jasmine Porch, or the AAA Four Diamond
Atlantic Room at the Sanctuary. For outdoor dining
enjoyment, options include The Turtle Point Grill &
Bar, The Ocean Course Grill, and The Night Heron
Poolside Grill & Bar. Many people have come to call
Kiawah home through the years as they discovered the
natural beauty of the seemingly endless beaches, the
ever-changing salt marshes and lagoons offering a
haven for abundant wildlife, and complemented by
world-class amenities all located just 40 minutes
from historic Charleston, SC.
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SEABROOK ISLAND
Seabrook Island, SC, an
unspoiled island paradise, is unique among South
Carolina’s many attractive resort and residential
communities. Wholly owned by its property owners,
the island is distinctive in that it is, by design,
more private and less busy than other coastal resort
islands. Just beyond the security gate, Seabrook’s
distinctive Equestrian Center, surrounded by 25
acres of pasture, helps define the laid - back
lifestyle enjoyed there. The island also boasts
three miles of private pristine beach, one of the
widest beaches in the Carolinas, and the only one in
the area on which people can ride horses. Enjoy
world-class golf on two meticulously maintained
courses, The Ocean Winds Golf Course and The Crooked
Oaks Golf Course, both rated as “Four Star” by Golf
Digest. The Seabrook Island Racquet Club ranks among
the top 75 tennis clubs worldwide, according to
www.tennisresortsonline.com. Residents of Seabrook
and visitors alike have many dining options to
choose from right on the island. For an ocean-side
bar and dining experience, many visit The Pelican’s
Nest for its gorgeous Atlantic views. For casual
lunch on the pool deck at the Beach Club, Cap’n Sams
Grill is the place to be. Also at the Beach Club is
a fully equipped fitness center and three pools.
Adjacent to the Beach Club you will find The
Seabrook Shoppe offering anything from apparel to
gifts from around the world. Adjacent to Seabrook
Island is the Bohicket Marina and Yacht Club with
200 wet slips, 100 dry slips, a ship’s store,
shopping and dining. The many amenities offered on
Seabrook Island, the marshes teeming with wildlife,
and vistas changing with the tides captivate
visitors and residents who enjoy this idyllic
setting. Seabrook Island is also only 45 minutes
from historic downtown Charleston.
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ISLE
OF PALMS & WILD DUNES
Entering Isle of Palms,
South Carolina, while driving over the Isle of Palms
Connector surrounded by the marsh, the Intracoastal
Waterway, and facing the beach and ocean is one of
the most breathtaking sights in our area. The Isle
of Palms began welcoming visitors in the latter part
of the 19th century. At that time the only way to
get on the Isle of Palms was by water and a single
railroad bridge. The ease of access to the island
today by the Isle of Palms Connector has played a
major role in the increased popularity of the
island. This barrier island has a perfect blend of
fulltime residents, investment owners and visitors
who make the Isle of Palms their home and
destination. The island is seven miles long and one
mile wide and offers year-round moderate
temperatures which make it the perfect vacation
destination.
Recreational activities on the
island include surfing, swimming, windsurfing, surf
casting and offshore fishing for the salt water
enthusiast. Riding through bike paths, enjoying the
wide, sandy beaches, organized sports programs,
tennis and skateboarding are activities any land
lubber would enjoy. Numerous shops offering retail
and specialty goods, real estate offices, a grocery
store, restaurants, banks, schools, and churches are
all located directly on the Isle of Palms. However,
if you wish to commute, Mount Pleasant, SC, which is
right over the Connector, offers a hospital and
Towne Center, with even more shopping opportunities
and a movie theater.
At the northern end of the
Isle of Palms is the Wild Dunes Resort which offers
residents and visitors two18 hole Tom Fazio golf
courses, tennis courts, restaurants, swimming pools,
and The Boardwalk Inn and Grand Pavilion overlooking
the beach and ocean. The Isle of Palms is only a 20
minute drive from historic Charleston by way of the
Arthur Ravenel Bridge over the Cooper River.
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SULLIVAN'S ISLAND
Sullivan's Island, SC is a
classic Charleston beachfront community which is
noted for its wealth of historic residential
properties on spacious lots. This small barrier
island is located between the Isle of Palms and the
Charleston Harbor and offers a slow and easy pace of
life. Sullivan's Island has been a summertime escape
for many throughout the years. Along with the grand
old beach houses are magnificent beachfront homes
that emerged after Hurricane Hugo submerged the
island in 1989. Views from the island include the
Charleston Harbor, the historic city, passing ships
and sailboats as well as expansive marshes and
creeks. The neighborly atmosphere on Sullivan's
Island may be attributed to the restaurants and pubs
lining Middle Street, the four miles of white sand
beaches, and the locals who spend their days
fishing, crabbing and shrimping, and traveling the
island streets on their golf carts. The island is
only 20 minutes from downtown Charleston, South
Carolina, which allows easy access to businesses and
nightlife.
Like Historic Charleston, Sullivan's
Island has a rich history which includes the first
battle of the Revolutionary War fought on Fort
Moultrie. South Carolina earned its name as the
Palmetto State after winning this victory because
the soft palmetto logs used in the fortification
allowed the cannon balls fired by the British to
sink into the soft wood rather than shattering the
fort. Near the fort stands the Charleston Lighthouse
built in 1963 with its unusual triangular design.
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DANIEL ISLAND
Located within the city limits of
Charleston, Daniel Island is a thriving "city within
the city" with its own shops restaurants and
entertainment venues. Daniel Island is located in
the heart of everything the area offers. The island
encompasses 4,000 manicured acres just off of
interstate 526. It is a 20 - 30 minute drive to
historic Charleston, the beaches, and the airport.
The island has won award after award as one of
the most distinctive planned communities in the
United States. Neighborhoods are each unique in
design and run the gamut from condominium
communities to southern traditional neighborhoods
with front porches and narrow streets to dream homes
on deep water lots.
The Daniel Island
lifestyle is quite active and health oriented. The
southern side of the island features many parks,
pools and miles of biking trails. There are 23 miles
of shoreline. Nearly every weekend neighborhood
events draw families, friends and neighbors. Daniel
Island Park is the country club section of the
island. The club has world class facilities for
dining, golf, tennis and swimming. There are two 18
hole courses. The Tom Fazio designed course opened
in 2000 and has been ranked among the top 40 courses
in America. In fall of 2006 the Rees Jones designed
course opened and is as challenging as the original
course.
Tennis on Daniel Island is found at
the Family Circle Tennis Center and at The Daniel
Island Club. Tennis families enjoy attending
professional tournaments, league play, round robins,
and individual play on manicured clay courts.
Downtown Daniel Island offers a wide range of
entertainment options. Boutique shops, restaurants,
and businesses enjoy the tree lined setting among
many ponds with fountains perfecting a tranquil,
natural environment.
Some of the finest
schools in the area are found on the island. The new
Daniel Island elementary and middle schools opened
fall of 2006. Bishop England, a highly regarded
private high school, is also located on the island
and an easy walk from many neighborhoods. The public
schools are part of the highly rated Berkeley County
School System known for low student-teacher ratios
and excellent facilities.
Daniel Island is
truly a unique community where families and
individuals mingle on side walks, in restaurants, at
the pool or country club. Whether it is grocery
shopping in your golf cart, hanging a fishing pole
off the community dock or watching professional
tennis, you will enjoy the options on the island. As
a testament to life on the island, it is interesting
to note that in most years the majority of real
estate sales are to families moving from one home to
another on the island. The lifestyle of Daniel
Island is truly unique and captivating.
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MOUNT PLEASANT
Through rapid but carefully
planned development, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
has gained the positive attributes of city life,
while carefully preserving its rich heritage and
small town appeal. Money Magazine included Mt.
Pleasant, SC in the Top 100 Best Cities to Live In,
with beautiful plantations, historical treasures,
water recreation, exquisite cuisine, and homes with
that extra touch of sophistication. Located just
across the magnificent Arthur Ravenel Bridge from
Historic Charleston, Mount Pleasant residents love
the easy access to the beautiful Lowcountry.
The
recently constructed bridge completed in 2006 offers
a magnificent connection from the old world charm of
historic downtown Charleston to the modern suburb of
Mount Pleasant. At the foot of the bridge lies
Patriot's Point, a naval and maritime museum, home
of the USS Yorktown, a World War II aircraft
carrier, which is now a museum ship. Mount Pleasant
features one of the oldest working plantations,
Boone Hall Plantation, which has produced crops for
over 320 years. The West African art of Sweetgrass
basket-making is a tradition of Mount Pleasant
locals that has been passed on from generation to
generation for more than 300 years. This makes it
one of the oldest art forms of African origin in the
United States. Mount Pleasant also has some of the
best golf courses in the country, including
Patriot's Point with spectacular views of the
Charleston Harbor, The Rees Jones course at
Charleston National, The Dunes West Golf Club on the
historic Lexington Plantation, and the new Arnold
Palmer designed course at The Rivertowne Country
Club. In addition, two courses in Wild Dunes Resort
on near-by Isle of Palms and a number of private
golf clubs in the area attract numerous golfers year
round. Other Mount Pleasant attractions include
Palmetto Islands County Park, featuring a water park
with slides, paddle boats, and fishing docks; Shem
Creek renowned for its award winning restaurants
that line the creek; boat trips to historical Fort
Sumter; and the Mount Pleasant Farmer's Market open
each Tuesday from April - October featuring locally
grown fruits and vegetables.
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SOUTH OF THE PENINSULA
Stately
mansions on the harbor. Waterfront condominiums.
Cobblestone streets. Horse drawn carriages. These
are the images that portray Charleston, South
Carolina, America's most beautifully preserved
architectural and historic treasure, with a rich,
300 year heritage. Since its founding in 1670,
Charleston, SC has played an important and often
pivotal role in the course of American history.
Beautiful houses, churches and public buildings line
the city’s tree-lined streets. Magnificent formal
gardens grace much of the Historic District, adding
to the beauty of the colonial, antebellum, and
Victorian architecture. Not only has Charleston been
named the “most mannerly city” in America for nine
years straight, the city boasts some of the finest
gourmet cuisine in the nation, and satisfies the
most discriminate shoppers of antiques and fine
clothing. For many, Charleston is love at first site
and an extraordinary place to call home. Our local,
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in history and cuisine. Whether you are in the mood
to browse the Gibbes Museum of Art, take in a show
at the old Dock Street Theatre, taste the savory
treasures of the sea at Hank’s Seafood restaurant,
or purchase the most incredible antique dining set,
It’s no wonder why Conde Nast Traveler magazine
readers have selected it as one of the top 10 cities
in the United States and Canada for 10 years and
running.
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Historic Charleston
Also known as
“The Holy City” due to the prominence of churches on
the low-rise cityscape, particularly the numerous
steeples which dot the city's skyline, Charleston
brims with the culturally unique.
The historic
district is popularized by the famous “Charleston
Single” style home, with their double piazzas facing
the harbor to take advantage of the breeze coming
off the water. Downtown Charleston is graced with
excellent shopping and fantastic restaurants, with
every turn feeling like new step back into history.
America's most-published etiquette expert,
Marjabelle Young Stewart, has recognized the city
since 1995 as the "best-mannered" city in the U.S
Downtown Charleston is located roughly at the
mid-point of South Carolina's coastline, on a
peninsula at the junction of the Ashley and Cooper
Rivers and the Atlantic Ocean.
As of 2005, the
U.S. Census Bureau estimated the population of the
city proper as 115,540; making it the 2nd most
populous city in South Carolina behind the state
capital Columbia. Current trends put Charleston as
the fastest growing central city in South Carolina.
The metropolitan area population of Charleston and
North Charleston was estimated to be 594,899 in 2005
(includes entire populations of Charleston,
Berkeley, and Dorchester counties). This ranks
Charleston-North Charleston as the 2nd largest
individual metropolitan statistical area in the
state. Nearly 80% of the Charleston metro population
lives inside the city and its surrounding urbanized
area.
History
The city was founded as
Charlestown or Charles Towne (named after King
Charles II of England) in 1670, and moved to its
present location in 1680. Up until 1800, Charleston
was the fifth largest city in North America, behind
Philadelphia, New York City, Boston, and Quebec
City. It adopted its present name in 1783.
The
first decisive victory of the Revolutionary War was
the repulse of a British fleet by patriot defenders
in a palmetto log fort on Sullivan’s Island on June
28, 1776. The first shots of the Civil War were
fired in Charleston Harbor on April 12, 1861 with
the attack against Union forces at Fort Sumter.
Please visit the following websites for more
information:
www.ci.charleston.sc.us
www.charlestoncvb.com
www.charlestoncounty.org
Charleston Area Maps
Charleston’s
Private and Public Schools
Charleston
Chamber of Commerce
Charleston’s Bed &
Breakfasts
Hotels, Restaurants, Recreation
and more
South Carolina Aquarium
Charleston Museum
Kiawah Island
Kiawah
Island has the area's most pristine beach. The best
beachfront is at Beachwalker County Park, on the
southern end of the island. Get there before noon on
weekends; the limited parking is usually gone by
then. Canoe rentals are available for use on the
Kiawah River, and the park offers not only a
boardwalk but also bathrooms, showers, and a
changing area. Take U.S. 17 E to S.C. 171 South
(Folly Beach Rd.), turn right onto S.C. 700 SW
(Maybank Hwy.), to Bohicket Road, which turns into
Betsy Kerrigan Parkway. Where Betsy Kerrigan Parkway
dead-ends, turn left on Kiawah Parkway, which takes
you to the island.
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Seabrook Island
Seabrook Island is located just 23 miles south of
the historic city of Charleston, South Carolina. It
features 2,200 acres of lush maritime forest,
beautiful salt marshes and pristine beach. The
Atlantic Ocean provides 3.5 miles of Seabrook
Island's shoreline. Another mile of sandy expanse
extends by the wide tidal North Edisto River. The
climate during Spring and summer midday temperatures
reach the 80s and sometimes 90s. Fall temperatures
stay in the 80s, 70s and 60s. Winter temperatures
range from the 60s to the 30s. Residential
homes
and homesites are available in private
neighborhoods. Lot sizes range from about one-third
acre to over one acre. Average home size is 2,900
square feet.
Equestrian Center
Contact
the Seabrook Equestrian Center, 1002 Landfall Way,
Seabrook Island (tel. 843/768-7541). You should make
reservations at least one week in advance of your
trip (the center suggests longer advance
reservations around holidays). The Equestrian Center
offers both trail rides and beach rides; times for
rides vary depending on the season. The beach ride
for advanced riders is $75 per person; the trail
ride for advanced riders, $65 per person; the
"Walking Scenic" ride for beginners is $55. The
trail ride is only available to ages 8 and older. A
"parent-led" pony ride is available for children
under 8 ($30 per 1/2 hr.). The center also gives
riding lessons and can be used by non-resort guests
who make a reservation. Your pass will be available
at the security gate at the entrance to the island.
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Isle of Palms
About a 12-mile drive
from downtown Charleston, Isle of Palms is a seven
mile long, one mile wide Atlantic barrier island
dedicated to being a family beach destination.
Nearly 5,000 residents (including Wild Dunes Resort)
call the island home year-round, and another 20,000
to 50,000 investment owners and visitors coming and
going.
The island was originally named Hunting
Island and then renamed Long Island before becoming
Isle of Palms in 1899. IOP is thought to be at least
25,000 years old and first inhabited by the
indigenous Sewee Indians. During the Civil War, the
island served as the departure site for the CSS
Hunley. The city was the first in the State of South
Carolina to achieve (2002) the Blue Wave Designation
from the Clean Beaches Council who recognizes
environmentally well-managed beaches.
The front
beach area running along Ocean Boulevard between
10th and 14th Avenues is lined with oceanfront
restaurants, bars and shops. Many local bands play
in the various establishments. There is a full
service marina site with launch services, dockage
and fuel just off the Intracoastal Waterway. The IOP
recreation center is located between 27th and 29th
Avenues and features playgrounds, fields, a dog
park, and indoor and outdoor basketball courts. The
rec center also organizes sports programs such as
soccer, football, basketball, softball, and
baseball. The city is also home to an oceanfront
county park, numerous pubic beach accesses and
public parking sites.
There is a wide range of
real estate on the Isle of Palms from beachfront
condos and single family homes, to homes in more
residential areas, to properties off the
Intracoastal Waterway. Rentals are available on a
nightly and weekly basis. For more on the island,
please visit www.isle-of-palms.sc.us.
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Wild
Dunes
Wild Dunes is 1,600 acre
private oceanfront resort located on the northern
end of the Isle of Palms. The resort is one of the
premier vacation destinations on the East Coast. It
boasts two championship 18-hole golf courses, both
designed by Tom Fazio. The Harbor Course zips in and
out of the marsh and along the Intracoastal
Waterway. The Links Course traverses dunes and hugs
the Atlantic Ocean. There are world-class tennis
facilities, an abundant amount of pools, a
beachfront Property Owners’ Pavilion, recreation
programs for children and adults, four restaurants,
and more than 2 miles of beach.
There is a wide
range of properties available within Wild Dunes,
from beachfront homes and condos, to properties with
water and golf course views, to properties with
direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway. The
resort shares a marina located on Morgan Creek just
off the Intracoastal Waterway with the city of Isle
of Palms with slips available for purchase and for
rent.
Development began in the 1970s and the
resort was originally called The Isle of Palms Beach
and Racquet Club. Currently, about 2,500 permanent
residents call the resort home.
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Sullivan’s Island
What a special place.
Sullivan’s Island is a unique oceanfront community,
often referred to as “Mayberry by the Sea” and
compared to The Hamptons. This “small town” has over
three miles of beach and is about a 20 minute drive
to downtown Charleston.
There is a quaint
commercial district located along Middle Street with
family restaurants, bars, and fine dining
establishments. Sullivan’s has its own elementary
school, post office, fire and police departments,
the quaint commercial district, and the island’s
park and public areas, that lend to the island’s
small town personality. There are no hotels ore
high-rises on the island. Sullivan’s is often
regarded as one of the top places in the country to
raise a family.
The town was incorporated in 1817
as “Moultrieville,” and currently a little less than
2,000 residents call the island home. Sullivan’s as
a long military history; much of that history is
still preserved today. Fort Moultrie is now a
national monument open to the public. One of the
fort’s most distinguished residents was Edgar Allen
Poe, who wrote “The Gold Bug” while stationed here.
Some old military fortifications are now single
family residences, and there are several structures
and homes currently designated as historical
structures.
Ordinances are in place to protect
Sullivan’s character and neighborhood feel. There
are very few short-term rentals. Short-term vacation
rental licenses are no longer granted on the island
and must be grandfathered down when a property
exchanges hands. All proposed construction and
renovation plans must be presented to and approved
by the Sullivan’s Island Design Review Board.
If
you are looking for property on Sullivan’s, take
comfort in knowing that we have first-hand knowledge
of the community. For a complete list of town
ordinances and other information, please visit the
town’s web site www.sullivansisland-sc.com.
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Daniel Island
The Daniel Island lifestyle is
quite active and health oriented. The southern side
of the island features many parks, pools and miles
of biking trails. There are 23 miles of shoreline.
Nearly every weekend neighborhood events draw
families, friends and neighbors. Daniel Island Park
is the country club section of the island. The club
has world class facilities for dining, golf, tennis
and swimming. There are two 18 hole courses. The Tom
Fazio designed course opened in 2000 and has been
ranked among the top 40 courses in America. In fall
of 2006 the Rees Jones designed course opened and is
as challenging as the original course.
Tennis on
Daniel Island is found at the Family Circle Tennis
Center and at The Daniel Island Club. Tennis
families enjoy attending professional tournaments,
league play, round robins, and individual play on
manicured clay courts.
Downtown Daniel Island
offers a wide range of entertainment options.
Boutique shops, restaurants, and businesses enjoy
the tree lined setting among many ponds with
fountains perfecting a tranquil, natural
environment.
Some of the finest schools in the
area are found on the island. The new Daniel Island
elementary and middle schools opened fall of 2006.
Bishop England, a highly regarded private high
school, is also located on the island and an easy
walk from many neighborhoods. The public schools are
part of the highly rated Berkeley County School
System known for low student-teacher ratios and
excellent facilities.
Daniel Island is truly a
unique community where families and individuals
mingle on side walks, in restaurants, at the pool or
country club. Whether it is grocery shopping in your
golf cart, hanging a fishing pole off the community
dock or watching professional tennis, you will enjoy
the options on the island. As a testament to life on
the island, it is interesting to note that in most
years the majority of real estate sales are to
families moving from one home to another on the
island. The lifestyle of Daniel Island is truly
unique and captivating.
Mount Pleasant
Mt. Pleasant, located east of the Cooper River from
downtown, is a vibrant town and an excellent blend
of history and growth. The state of the art Arthur
Ravenel Jr. Bridge was finished in 2005, replacing
the Grace and Pearlman Bridges, and links Mt.
Pleasant to the downtown peninsula.
Mount
Pleasant Real Estate
As one of the south’s
fastest growing towns, you don’t have to go far to
find great shopping, restaurants, and amenities. Mt.
Pleasant’s Shem Creek is home to Charleston’s shrimp
fleet and the creek is lined with restaurants and
boats. Residents take full advantage of the fresh
off-the-boat seafood available on the docks. The Ben
Sawyer Causeway and Isle of Palms Connector link Mt.
Pleasant with the eastern barrier islands. Boone
Hall Plantation is located up Highway 17 North past
the shops of Towne Center.
Because of its
history and recent progress, you will find just
about any type of property you desire in Mt.
Pleasant. The historic homes and oak-lined streets
in the town’s Old Village area draw thousands of
tourists every year. There are new and older homes
along the many creeks and rivers, marsh front
properties, golf course and tennis country club
communities, as well as established and newer
residential traditional neighborhoods. If you want
it, you can probably find it. If you are a boater,
you don’t have to go far in Mt. Pleasant either to
find water.
Mt. Pleasant’s 60-thousand plus
residents make it South Carolina’s fourth largest
town. Its proximity to downtown Charleston and to
the beaches, its top-rated schools, wide range of
real estate and prices, and overall quality of life
will continue to make Mt. Pleasant an attractive
place. For more information, please visit
www.townofmtpleasant.com.
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South of
the Peninsula - Charleston
The beautifully
preserved city of Historic Charleston has
consistently ranked among the country’s most elegant
and mannerly cities. The Historic Downtown District
is a place where history and heritage are a part of
everyday life. While walking the original
cobblestone streets of peninsular Charleston, many
consider the area to be a living museum with its
18th century homes, wrought iron gates, antique
shops and boutiques, over 3,000 historic buildings,
expansive gardens, plantations, horse drawn
carriages, museums, the Old City Market, the
Battery, and colonial churches.
The city is home
of the Spoleto Festival and also offers numerous art
galleries, historic accommodations, monuments,
historic forts, its own resident symphony, and a
theatre and arts district in the Old French Quarter.
America’s most historic city is surely a place
you’ll want to discover for yourself.
