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Uplifting Spirits Known as the Holy City, Charleston boasts a proud array of religious buildings and some of the oldest faith organizations in the country, representing numerous denominations and diverse beliefs. From a Huguenot Gothic Revival church and some of the oldest Jewish congregations in the U.S. to the oldest African Methodist Episcopal church in the South, Charlestonians’ relationship with their faiths is visibly awe-inspiring.
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Cultured & Bold Though not a large city, and not nearly as old as some of its Old World counterparts, Charleston when it comes to the arts scene. Whether you are strolling down cobblestone streets admiring the well-preserved buildings and visiting wildly varied galleries or visiting in time for the Spoleto Festival, this city is sure to spark your imagination.
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Charleston is definitely one of these. Statistically, the Holy City tends to be a place visitors return to time and again. So, slow down and soak up the sights at a leisurely pace. Consider this thematic three-day itinerary. DAY ONE: NATURE Whether you prefer being indoors or out, there are plenty of ways to experience the natural resources that make Charleston unique. A visit to the state-of-the-art South Carolina Aquarium, located downtown on the harbor, provides hours of entertainment
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admiring the loons, grebes, terns, sea ducks and other wildlife
Home to the largest collection of professionally restored
attracted to the area. Several restaurants are located nearby, too.
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Charleston Fire Museum and Educational Center is a great
places of interest, including SK8 Charleston, a 32,000-square-foot
place to spend a few hours learning about the more than 20
skate park; several cutting-edge water parks; an archery range;
classic vehicles there, as well as the ancillary equipment and
and an equestrian center. With most attractions reasonably priced,
historic artifacts. The trucks in the collection, which dates
it’s hard to beat the value and wide-ranging beauty of the city’s park system.
back to the 1780s, are still running and functional. Tours and interactive displays educate the public on the evolution of firefighting, and the day to day work of a firefighter. DAY TWO: CITY A visit to Charleston isn’t complete without diving into the culture, architecture and rich history that the city has to offer. Bulldog Tours provides an incredible array of excursions, appealing to a wide variety of interests. There are daily walking tours that focus on the city’s history. They also offer pub tours, culinary tours, jail tours and even eerie ghost tours. Several companies offer horseor mule-drawn carriage rides, which wind through the streets at a pleasant pace. You can also plan your own walking tour of this historic city, using your personal interests as a guide. One of the most fascinating aspects of Charleston is the number of historic churches located in a dense area, all of which have contributed to the city significantly. Some are open to the public, but even
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the people resting there and the finely crafted monuments. Speaking of graveyards, don’t miss the Gateway Walk, an informal footpath designed by the Garden Club of Charleston that leads visitors past some of the most beautiful gardens and graveyards in the city.
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DAY THREE: CULTURE Charleston has a vibrant arts scene, with its robust culture of architectural preservation, well-organized gallery district, deep
Gaillard Center has a full schedule of shows all year. If you just
musical roots, world-renowned cultural festivals like Spoleto
want to drop yourself in the thick of it, head to the concentration
USA, and a theater scene that can lay claim to America’s first
of galleries on Broad Street. These and the galleries found a
theater: the Dock Street Theatre. No matter what time of year
couple of blocks away on East Bay Street make up the Gallery
you visit, you can immerse yourself in the city’s distinct culture
District, where you can find, admire and invest in local, regional
or check out something completely unexpected. The Charleston
and national artists working in a variety of styles and media.
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from the outskirts atop a paddle board, astride a horse, on a bicycle or even from the pluff mud. You can enjoy countless activities that will get you away from your everyday routine, even as they bring you closer to what it means to truly experience the Lowcountry.
Visible from the Battery and Waterfront Park, Fort Sumter National Monument is a great place to raise your heart rate as you explore the grounds on foot and learn about the U.S. Civil War and its dramatic effects on the country, and especially the South. Infamous as the site where the first shots of the war were fired, Fort Sumter is now an educational center located on an island that is only accessible by boat. Regular service to and from the island is available, as are boat tours of the island. Thanks to Charleston’s geography, its many sights can easily be enjoyed from the water — by kayak or on a stand-up paddle board. Depending on how adventurous you are or how well you know the city, you can opt to rent equipment and go solo or book a guided tour. Visitors commonly choose to ply the waters of Charleston Harbor or Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant, but there are other destinations not far from the heart of the city that are also worth checking out.
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Bulldog Tours As featured on The Travel Channel, Food Network and Southern Living, Bulldog Tours is Charleston’s premier walking tour company, offering the best history, culinary and ghost tours in town. Voted “Charleston’s Best Tour Company” the past eight years. 18 Anson St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-722-8687 bulldogtours.com
Charleston Aviation Authority Like jet fuel for the economy, the airport serviced 3,999,342 passengers in 2017. Our mission is to establish a world-class airport committed to providing the best experience, while continuing to support economic development for the region and state. 5500 International Blvd. North Charleston, SC 29418 843-767-7000 iflychs.com/AviationAuthority
Charleston County Parks & Recreation Featuring over 11,000 acres of parkland, the Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission offers a variety of facilities, events, programs and recreational opportunities at sites throughout the county. 861 Riverland Dr. Charleston, SC 29412 843-795-4386 charlestoncountyparks.com
Charleston Food Tours Join us as we walk, talk and taste our way through Charleston. As featured in Southern Living and Bon Appétit, our culinary tours give you exclusive access to some of Charleston’s best “food finds.” 18 Anson St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-727-1100 charlestonfoodtours.com
Deep Water Vineyard Our South Carolina grown and bottled wines remain true to our Southern roots by using local muscadine grapes, while a grower in California provides grapes not grown here. We proudly offer viniferous grape single varietals and blends. 6775 Bears Bluff Rd. Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487 843-559-6867 deepwatervineyard.com
Kiawah Island Golf Resort While in Charleston, you can play at five world-class courses just minutes from the center of town. Kiawah is the site of the 2012 PGA Championship — the place to play the round of a lifetime! One Sanctuary Beach Dr. Kiawah Island, SC 29455 800-654-2924 kiawahresort.com
North Charleston Fire Museum Located minutes from the airport and adjacent to Tanger Outlet Mall, the North Charleston Fire Museum and Education Center blends history with hands-on education for an unforgettable experience. 4975 Centre Pointe Dr. North Charleston, SC 29418 843-740-5550 northcharlestonfiremuseum.org
South Carolina Aquarium With 60 unique habitats and over 5,000 animals, this is Charleston’s #1 family attraction! Explore The Shallows — an impressive 20,000-gallon touch tank where you can experience rays up close. 100 Aquarium Wharf Charleston, SC 29401 843-577-FISH (3474) scaquarium.org
Williamsburg County The Williamsburg County Development Board provides leadership in recruitment, retention and the development of new and existing business for those interested in bringing business to South Carolina. 130 W. Main St. Kingstree, SC 29556 843-355-8993 discoverwilliamsburgcounty.com
Back on dry land, Johns Island County Park is a natural
Clean, expansive and generally uncrowded, beachgoers can
destination that is picturesque enough for a wedding and
enjoy fishing, walking, bird-watching and simply relaxing on
well equipped for a day of outdoor activity. About 20 miles of
the sand just as easily as they can head to The Washout for
wooded trails offer joggers, hikers and people on horseback a
what is widely considered the best surfing in the state. Nearby
tranquil day of Lowcountry exploration. Aside from the Mullet
barrier islands also provide their own unique blends of beach
Hall Equestrian Center — site of competitions, festivals and
day activities.
exhibits — the park also features a six-target archery range and a 20-target 3D archery course.
Consider Sullivan’s Island, a tiny destination that packs an outsized punch, as it is home to Fort Moultrie and features activities that range from fishing and paddle boarding to sailing
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and kitesurfing. Neighboring Isle of Palms also offers countless
Being right on the coast guarantees access to the ocean, and
recreational activities on the beach itself and off it, too.
in many of the barrier islands just outside of Charleston, the
Or take the Garris Landing ferry to Bull Island, home to the
beach experience is something straight out of a postcard. Take
Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge, where nearly 300 bird
Folly Beach, for example. Referred to as the “Edge of America”
species either take up permanent residence or make a seasonal
because of the prominent Folly Beach Fishing Pier — which
migratory stop. The bleached trees strewn across what has
stretches more than 1,000 feet into the Atlantic Ocean — Folly
been dubbed Boneyard Beach make for a beautifully haunting
Beach is a seaside town that’s reminiscent of another time.
scene — and some excellent photo ops!
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weekend for the third, fourth... maybe 10th time... is that there’s still so much do. Williamsburg County is the kind of place that may not have a marquee name, but sure makes a mean barbecue. Start off your sampling adventure with Scott’s BBQ in Hemingway — the original stomping grounds of celebrated barbecue specialist Rodney Scott of Rodney Scott’s BBQ in Charleston. If you want more than just a taste, Cooper’s Country Store in Salters sells everything from dishes to lumber and Brown’s BBQ in Kingstree boasts a full buffet that could satisfy even the biggest appetites, and dessert is included. Get something to eat and then walk off your meal as you immerse yourself in the area’s rich heritage. Williamsburg Historical Society Museum is a great place to trace family roots, as the museum hosts a genealogy department. Located in Kingstree, a new African-American Museum Annex is slated to open in 2020. Whether you’re worn out from the day’s travels, have family in the area or you need a break, stay at the charming Heller House bed and breakfast. Here you get to experience the luxury of Charleston, but with the convenience and cost of a small town. From the Kings Tree Trials horse races, Flag Day and the Kingstree Live and County Music Festivals in the spring and summer, to muscadine grape picking and the Pig Pickin’, Shag and Stag festivals in the fall and winter, there are countless
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activities for the whole family to enjoy throughout the year. Winding through Williamsburg County is the Black River, a state-designated Scenic River that offers ample recreational opportunities for those who want to enjoy the outdoors. Business owners looking to relocate or plant roots will be happy to know that the county boasts a new 52,000-square-
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foot speculative building that sits on 12 acres. It’s built to grow as you do, and professional training is provided through the readySCTM program for workforce at Williamsburg Technical College. With easy highway and train access — as well as a welcoming business climate — visitors yearning to explore, entrepreneurs seeking out new opportunities and manufacturers looking to expand are sure to find their place in this welcoming and burgeoning community.
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TAKE A DAY TRIP AND ENJOY A PLATE OF OUR WORLD FAMOUS BBQ. Williamsburg County has plenty of tasty options, but it also has historical sites, recreation options and family friendly events. Experience the luxury of Charleston with the convenience and cost of a small town. If you are a business owner interested in bringing your business to South Carolina, the Williamsburg County Development Board provides leadership in recruitment, retention and development. Williamsburg County Development Board 130 W. Main St. Kingstree, SC 29556 www.discoverwilliamsburgcounty.com 843-355-8993
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ne place that offers all the outdoor activities you could want in a luxuriously natural setting is Kiawah Island. About 45 minutes from Charleston, the island sits on a privileged corner of the state, tucked between the
Atlantic Ocean and Kiawah River. Here, storybook lagoons and salt marshes, as well as a long stretch of pristine shoreline, make up an unspoiled slice of the Lowcountry. It’s the ideal retreat for wildlife lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The main attraction on the island is Kiawah Island Golf Resort, which boasts an extensive program of well-thought activities and events to suit every taste.
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and three hard courts resurfaced, and the addition of 10 Har-Tru
resort have all recently undergone multi-million dollar face-lifts
HydroCourts and a fully automated practice alley. From hiking and
as part of a resort-wide initiative of expansion and renewal of
biking trails, wildlife excursions, guided kayaking tours and archery
facilities. The Pete Dye–designed Ocean Course — host of the
classes to simply lounging on the beach, this is the kind of place
2012 PGA Championship and scheduled to host the event again
where you dictate the pace and everything just falls into place.
in 2021 — challenges players with unpredictable sea breezes
Guests looking to relax can head to the Forbes Five-Star The
and rewards them with unobstructed views of the ocean and
Sanctuary Spa, and foodies should not feel that stepping away from
surrounding marshes. Tennis players are also given the royal
downtown Charleston means leaving top-notch dining. The Ocean
treatment at the resort. Named the No. 1 Tennis Resort in the
Room is the only steak house in the U.S. to earn both Forbes
World by Tennis Resorts Online, its Roy Barth Tennis Center has
Four-Star and AAA Four-Diamond ratings. Other options include
also benefited from the resort’s expansion, with its nine Har-Tru
Jasmine Porch, The Atlantic Room and Tomasso at Turtle Point.
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and give yourself the gift of leisurely strolling through carefully curated corridors of time.
SHOWCASE OF COLOR In 2018, Boone Hall Plantation & Gardens, a popular Charleston attraction and one of the country’s oldest working farms, experienced an absolute showcase of color the likes of which
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hasn’t been witnessed in recent memory. Master Gardener
But if you want to enjoy the fruits of the land without having to
Catherine Rasor and her staff have received accolades for the
pick it yourself, swing by Boone Hall Farms Market, where you
spectacular visual display, which according to Rasor, should be
can pick up a salad, sandwich or prepared meal, and also get a
the same this year and into the foreseeable future. For those
few items for the road. Signature products include homemade
interested in seeing the astounding array of flowers, the gardens
jellies and jams, dressings and marinades.
are in full bloom starting in April and through June, but can be enjoyed throughout the summer and well into fall. The 738-acre property dates back to 1681 and features a
MANICURED ESTATE Another favorite destination is Middleton Place in Summerville. A
Georgian-designed mansion built in 1936, several cabins that
National Historic Landmark with the oldest landscaped gardens
belonged to former slaves and were occupied by sharecroppers
in the U.S., Middleton Place boasts 65 acres that were first
well into the 20th century, flower gardens, a butterfly pavilion,
planted in 1741. It’s the birthplace of Arthur Middleton, a signer
the famed Avenue of Oaks — planted by Major John Boone’s
of the Declaration of Independence. Amazingly, the Middleton
son — and a farm that’s been continuously growing and
family has maintained ownership of the property for 320 years.
producing crops for more than 300 years. It also offers a number of educational programs, including
Thanks to an extensive variety of flowering plants — including centuries-old camellias, azaleas, magnolias, crepe myrtles and
exhibitions that educate the public on local black history and
roses — the property is in bloom every day of the year. And
the lives of the enslaved people who worked the land and a
there’s a 900-year-old oak that has born witness to much of the
live presentation that explores Gullah culture. If you happen
region’s history.
to be visiting during a harvest season, you can pick your own strawberries, tomatoes, peaches or a number of other options.
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Be sure to stop by Eliza’s House to get a glimpse of the daily life of the enslaved people who lived and worked on the property. Based on a book by the same name, Beyond the Fields: Slavery at Middleton Place is a documentary that was released in 2017 and serves as an excellent complement to the tour. PICTURE PERFECT Just northwest of Charleston, up the Ashley River you can find one of the most picturesque and celebrated properties in the country: Magnolia Plantation & Gardens. Though the plantation dates back to 1676, the famed gardens were developed in the 1800s when they were reworked in an English style by Reverend John Grimke-Drayton, who — according to
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VA R I ET Y O F F LOW ERIN G PLAN TS M I D D L E T O N PL AC E I S IN B LOOM EV ERY DAY O F T H E Y EAR. family legend — took on the outdoor project in order to lure his bride south from Philadelphia. The gardens were formally opened to the public in the 1870s making them the oldest public tourist site in the Lowcountry and the oldest public gardens in the U.S. Beyond the gardens and the main house, the interpretive program, From Slavery to Freedom, educates visitors on the African-American history and experience at the plantation. Ongoing archeological work continues to reveal fascinating details about the lives of both the slaves and free black workers — skilled gardeners and craftsmen — whose expertise maintained the property and primed it to age in such a sublime condition. REGAL HOME Adjacent to Magnolia Gardens is Drayton Hall, widely considered the earliest and finest example of Palladian
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generations, and when it became a visitor’s destination, a radical
If you’re a tea connoisseur (or are simply curious about the
decision was made to preserve that history by stabilizing instead
industry) don’t miss the Charleston Tea Plantation, the only one
of restoring the house to a particular period, meaning it was
of its kind in North America. There’s no admission fee to view
preserved as it was acquired from the family in the 1970s. This
acres of tea bushes or tour the working tea factory — complete
has given both those who manage and study Drayton Hall and
with an explanation of the manufacturing process. A nominal fee
those who visit for pleasure the rare opportunity to observe
is charged for an optional 45-minute trolley ride that takes its
materials and designs from each period in the house’s history —
passengers through rows of tea bushes and transports visitors to a
all the way back to the time of its construction.
more in-depth look at the horticultural process.
RUNNING DEEP If you would like to visit a property where you can sit for a drink — or two — after your tour, then head to Wadmalaw Island for the only domestic winery in Charleston: Deep Water Vineyard. Nestled among the majestic live oaks, the 48-acre winery and vineyard grows and harvests muscadine grapes. Native to the southeastern U.S., these are one of the country’s only truly native grapes. Thoroughly embracing this, owners Jesse and Andrea produce five different labels of authentic muscadine wine from the four grape varieties that grow on the property. The wine is grown, harvested and bottled on site, so visitors can enjoy a day of walking through the vineyard — which also has a garden and pond with plenty of wildlife around — followed by a tasting at the winery. If you enjoy the experience you can swing by the gift shop.
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iron you see all around, head straight to the iconic Charleston City Market, where boutique jeweler Gold Creations has stood for more than 40 years. Its Gates of Charleston collection celebrates the fine wrought iron work that has become a hallmark of the city in pendants, charms, bracelets and necklaces. Another family-owned jewelry store, Dacuba’s Jewelry has featured the largest collection of Charleston-inspired sterling silver jewelry in the city since 1993. It specializes in those designs, Cornerstone Minerals is a fascinating little shop that’s well worth a visit. The self-proclaimed “Gallery of Nature’s Art” does indeed carry everything from the exquisite — Think: exotic jewelry made with precious and semi-precious stones — to the bizarre. A delightfully peculiar shop is The Hidden Countship, a selfdescribed “little boutique on a little alley” that packs an outsized punch with its fine Italian imports made by master artisans. Of course, one aspect of the city that lures visitors is its culinary heritage. Savannah Bee Company offers sweetness, sustainability and beauty. “Savannah Bee Company grew out of my passion for bees, beekeeping and honey,” says founder Ted Dennard, who started as a beekeeper. It’s a beautiful store where you can sample single-source honeys, honey mead and beauty products. Farther out on the barrier islands, all the plantations have their own shops where you can pick up anything from art to plants.
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including the Southern Gates and Charleston Rice collections.
Boone Hall Plantation Recognized as the No. 1 plantation in the Charleston area according to USA TODAY’s 10 Best and “a must-see on any trip to Charleston” by NBC’s “Daytime.” Don’t miss “America’s Most Photographed Plantation.” 1235 Long Point Rd. Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-884-4371 boonehallplantation.com
Carolina Lanterns The Basket Weave lantern is made of solid copper woven in a basket weave pattern. It can be for interior or exterior use and is made with an electric light source. Come into the Carolina Lanterns showroom to see it in person. 1362 Chuck Dawley Blvd. Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 843-881-4170 carolinalanterns.com
Charleston Tea Plantation Experience the beauty and charm of America’s ONLY tea garden. Tour the factory, take a trolley ride through the tea fields and drink freshly brewed American Classic Tea in this one-of-akind plantation. 6617 Maybank Hwy. Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487 843-559-0383 charlestonteaplantation.com
Cornerstone Minerals & Natural History We offer unique items from around the world featuring an extensive variety of minerals, fossils, jewelry and décor. Experience the Gallery of Nature’s Art at our King Street or North Market Street locations. 539 King St. or 36 N. Market St. Charleston, SC 29403 843-297-4217 cornerstoneminerals.com
Dacuba’s Fine Jewelry For over 25 years, Dacuba’s Jewelry has provided high-quality, Charleston-inspired pieces from its downtown shop. The family owned store has the country’s largest selection of Southern Gates® and Rice Bead jewelry. 84 N. Market St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-853-0103 dacubasjewelry.com
Drayton Hall Drayton Hall c.1738 is the most important museum visit in Charleston. The oldest unrestored plantation house open to the public, it is an American icon. New museum galleries display the original furnishings and archaeologically recovered artifacts. 3380 Ashley River Rd. Charleston, SC 29414 843-769-2600 draytonhall.org
Freshfields Village Freshfields Village is a unique shopping and event destination in a stylish and relaxed outdoor environment, all shaped by Lowcountry tradition and high style. 165 Village Green Ln. Kiawah Island, SC 29455 843-768-6491 freshfieldsvillage.com
Gold Creations Gold Creations has been charming visitors and locals for over 40 years. Our collection stems from rich local history including Charleston Charms, Rice Beads and Charleston Gates. Come see our iconic jewelry. 74 South Market St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-970-1260 goldcreationschas.com/discover
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens Visit America’s oldest garden. With 500 acres on the Ashley River, Magnolia is continuously recognized as one of the most beautiful and romantic gardens in the world. Family events are regularly scheduled in a new children’s garden. 3550 Ashley River Road Charleston, SC 29414 843-571-1266 www.magnoliaplantation.com
Middleton Place On land first granted in 1675, this National Historic Landmark offers history, drama and educational discoveries at every turn. Experience African-American heritage programs, garden tours, carriage rides and more. 4300 Ashley River Rd. Charleston, SC 29414 843-556-6020 middletonplace.org
Savannah Bee Company A specialty honey- and beeswax-based bodycare company established in Savannah, Ga. Come by to experience our signature honey tasting and try our all-natural products. 276 King St. Charleston, SC 29401 At the corner of King & Wentworth 843-722-5664 savannahbee.com
The Hidden Countship The Hidden Countship offers a wide range of hand-made creations. Made in Italy and mostly hand-picked by Giulio e Donatella in Tuscany and Umbria. The feature is the collection of jewels with authentic Roman Coins. 21 Burns Ln. Charleston, SC 29401 843-577-5570 thehiddencountship.com
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Open Monday through Saturday 10am to 4pm and Sunday 12pm to 4pm. Handicap Accessible 6617 Maybank HWY, Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487 (843) 559-0383 • www.charlestonteaplantation.com
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learned about pineapples in Charleston. When you were too short-sighted to take a formal architecture course in college, but still love it like I do, you learn about the beauty of buildings later, from books and knowledgeable
friends — and tours like the one I took in Charleston many years ago. That was when it was explained to me that the pineapple ornaments that adorn so many of the city’s stately homes have been a symbol of hospitality since Colonial times — and even before, when Columbus supposedly discovered the then-rare fruit on one of his Caribbean voyages. You can find the carved pineapples on bedposts and lintels, and on the gates at the 1816. Most famously, the fruit holds court at Waterfront Park, where the five-tiered Pineapple Fountain (unveiled in 1990) is a favorite of selfie-seekers.
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Though Columbus was credited with introducing Europeans to the pineapple after his voyage in 1493, the fruit maintained its allure two centuries later, when Charleston, named for King Charles II of England, was founded in 1670. Southern. European. Caribbean. The traditional and the exotic. Charleston is a singular American mélange. The fruit effectively represents the city’s unique history and architecture — and its hospitality — the way few symbols can. It was exactly that appeal that drew George Washington to Charleston during his 1791 Southern tour, which included an evening at McCrady’s Tavern, the restaurant built by Edward McCrady. Its historic value is such that McCrady’s earned a spot on the National Register of Historic Places and Landmarks, while today the venue’s culinary value relies on the food stylings of Executive Chef Jim Stein and Pastry Chef Katy Keefe. Grab a peek at the Historic Long Room where Washington was fêted; then
MAKE YOURSELF RIGHT AT HOME As you explore the city, consider a self-guided tour of the Nathaniel Russell House Museum. Built over a five-year period by wealthy shipping merchant Nathaniel Russell in 1808, it is recognized as one of America’s most important Neoclassical houses and was designated a get the most of your tour of the house also includes a walking guide to the city itself and features more than 300 points of interest.
sit down to a dinner of seared scallops, duck fat potatoes and Keefe’s decadent black walnut crepe cake. Also listed on the National Register of Historic Places and Landmarks is the City Market, which dates from the 1790s. The one-story Greek Revival-style arcade contains the fine jewelry of Gold Creations, founded by Glenn and Vicki Wolfe more than 40 years ago. The well-located boutique is noted for its delicate Gates of Charleston collection, which pays homage to Charleston’s decorative ironwork; its Palmetto Tree collection, a tribute to the official state tree; and — naturally — its pineapple beads, bracelets and charms. Try to spot Charleston’s pineapples on one of the guided strolls offered by Bulldog Tours. For the first-time visitor, you can’t beat
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beauty, culture and life. More than 35 art galleries are part of the Charleston Gallery Association (CGA) and most are clustered within walking distance from one another. This treats visitors to the tranquil joy of strolling the French Quarter, and a couple of blocks around, to wander in and out of eclectic gallery spaces full of canvases, sculptures, photography and more. If you happen to have the good fortune of being in town during one of the CGA’s Art Walks, you’re in for a particularly good time. Many of the galleries welcome visitors with food and beverages, host special artists or stage other enrichment experiences, such as lectures, demonstrations or special exhibits. These Art Walks take place on the first Friday of March, May, October and December and begin around 5:00 p.m. You never know who you will meet or what you will encounter at some of Charleston’s finest galleries. Though you can always research exhibits and events ahead of time by
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visiting the Charleston Gallery Association’s online calendar
From Atrium, head east toward Church Street, where you will
(charlestongalleryassociation.com/calendar), simply meandering
find both John Carroll Doyle Art Gallery and Gaye Sanders Fisher
through the district often provides more of an education and
across the street from each other. John C. Doyle carries original
experience than what you could have planned or predicted. Of
oils, sketches and photography by Mr. Doyle, who passed away in
course, all galleries rotate exhibits and various artists come and
2014. It also houses more than 150 high-quality reproductions of
go, but the overall quality is consistently high and reliable.
his work on canvas — from blue hydrangeas to blues musicians —
Begin your own walk at Atrium Art Gallery, which is centrally located near the corner of Queen and Meeting Streets. It
as well as works by other fellow native Charleston artists. Gaye Sanders Fisher’s eponymous gallery houses the
specializes in some of the city’s finest contemporary and abstract
watercolors she has created since discovering artist Alice Ravenel
art displayed within a gorgeous, airy space. The gallery is
Huger Smith and adopting that medium herself. The work
packed with vibrant, unusual pieces, as well as black and white
often reflects a lifetime dedicated to the restoration of area rice
photography made by local, regional and national artists. Atrium
plantations and the research Fisher pursued at those properties. A
is a perfect place to become acquainted with the Charleston art
beautiful “Charleston” garden on the grounds is frequently used
vibe and kick off your self-guided tour of creative exploration.
to entertain and to display Fisher’s finished pieces.
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winning African American artists. Different artists are featured
Watercolors and the delightful Dog & Horse Fine Art, which
regularly, and the gallery also holds a number of events, including
represents national and international artists renowned for their
art shows, fine jewelry trunk shows, supper club experiences, and
work in canine and equine art. You can search the vast inventory
private and small-group art and music classes.
for a piece featuring your favorite hound, or enlist the gallery’s
Going north on East Bay Street will lead you toward W. Andre
matching service, which will pair you with an artist who can create
Allen Contemporary Art, Miller Gallery and Lowcountry Artists,
a portrait of your best friend.
which was founded in 1982 and has the distinction of being the
Here, you can continue your leisurely walk by taking Elliot Street
oldest artist-owned and operated gallery in Charleston. As the
to East Bay Street, or backtrack toward Gallery Row and head
name implies, the focus is on showcasing work created by award-
east to the corner of Broad and East Bay Streets. First, you’ll hit
winning local talent.
Corrigan Gallery, which represents numerous artists that work
There are numerous galleries outside downtown Charleston
in various media: mixed media, oil painting, lithographs and
that are worth a drive. A scenic 45-minute ride to Kiawah Island
photography, among others.
will get you to a standout art space: Wells Gallery. Located within
In the building right next door, you can visit Neema Fine Art
Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s The Sanctuary Hotel, Wells focuses on
Gallery. The newest kid on the block, so to speak, recently kicked
contemporary art influenced by the Lowcountry and reflective of
off displaying original art and jewelry by Southern African American
the Southern experience. Oil paintings, watercolors, mixed media
artists. Perched right at the corner of Charleston’s Gallery Row,
and artisan jewelry are just a few of the kinds of pieces produced
Neema carries the original works of outstanding emerging artists,
by the acclaimed artists that exhibit their work there, and you can
but its primary focus is on original works created by coveted, award-
even admire their artists as you walk the hotel.
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Farther down Church Street are Helena Fox Fine Art, Peabody
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IN CHARLESTON, THE VERY STREETS AND BUILDINGS HAVE WITNESSED EVENTS OF NATIONAL IMPOR TANCE.
1670. English colonists found Charleston as Charles Towne, named after King Charles II of England.
1687. The first French Huguenot Church is built at the corner of what is now Church and Queen Streets.
1730–1740. The buildings that would later become part of Rainbow Row were constructed to support the shipping industry. At its peak, more than 200 ships a day had to be loaded and unloaded in Charleston harbor.
1736. Dock Street Theatre was the first building in U. S. constructed to be used exclusively for theatrical purposes. It later presented the first opera to be performed in the U.S.
1770. The College of Charleston is founded as the first municipal college in the nation.
1780. The Siege of Charleston takes place. The Revolutionary War makes its way to the South, and after six weeks of fighting Major General Benjamin Lincoln surrenders to the British.
1786. The first crepe myrtle arrives in the United States courtesy of French botanist André Michaux.
1861. First shot fired in the Civil War at Fort Sumter. Later that year wildfires again sweep through the city, destroying more than 500 acres of land and hundreds of homes.
1886. A 7.3 magnitude earthquake rattles Charleston; it remains the most damaging quake ever recorded in the southeastern United States.
1931. Charleston adopts the first preservation-zoning ordinance in the United States, which continues to protect the city’s iconic architecture to this day.
Phenomenal Art by Phenomenal SC African-American Artists
“Lunch“ April Harrison Mixed Media 24”x 36”
“When I Think...” April Harrison Mixed Media 34”x 36”
Handblown Glass Necklace Camisha Jackson
Face Jugs Winton & Rosa Eugene
Hand-forged Iron Window Guard Philip Simmons
“Flight” Tyrone Geter 2019 Yaddo artist resident and 2019 Elizabeth O’Neill Verner Governor’s Award for the Arts awardee. Charcoal on torn paper 36” x 84”
Neema Fine Art Gallery
Rooster & Hen Tea Kettle Set Winton & Rosa Eugene
Located at the start of Charleston’s Gallery Row, one street up from Rainbow Row 3 Broad St., Suite 100, Charleston, SC 29401 843.353.8079 www.neemagallery.com Visit us online for info on weekly scheduled events
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Atrium Art Gallery “Charleston’s Most Exciting Art Space” is located in the historic district of downtown Charleston. Contemporary paintings, photography and abstract art. 61 Queen St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-973-3300 atriumartgallery.com
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Corrigan Gallery We establish the traditions of the future by loving the old and creating the new. Contemporary paintings, photographs, sculpture and fine art prints for seasoned and new collectors. 7 Broad St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-722-9868 corrigangallery.com
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Dog & Horse Fine Art & Portraiture Representing nationally and internationally recognized artists who specialize in canine and equine art, Dog & Horse Fine Art & Portraiture has an extensive inventory and matches clients with artists for portraits. Open Mon.-Sat. 10 am – 5 pm. 102 Church St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-577-5500 dogandhorsefineart.com
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Gaye Sanders Fisher Gallery The Gaye Sanders Fisher Gallery is at home in a Charleston single house built in 1741. A single house is a one-room structure, on the street, that usually a three-story depth and height. The Gallery is 22 years old and welcomes all lovers of art and architecture. We hope you visit the gallery on your next trip. 124 Church St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-958-0010 gayesandersfisher.com
and think about how large the available spaces in your home actually are. It is also important to consider the color scheme and design elements already in the room where the piece will be displayed. Original art should enhance a space, not conflict with it. ASK QUESTIONS Learning more about the artist may help inform your decision. You are, after all, taking a piece of that person home with you. Most gallery owners are delighted to serve as a resource, providing
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information about the artists they represent. They can also teach
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you a great deal about the medium, materials and the best way to get your piece home.
DEFINE YOUR STYLE Pay attention to what you’re continually drawn to, whether it’s at
STAY WITHIN YOUR BUDGET
a gallery, in a coffee shop or even at a museum. Do you prefer
Some people can afford to purchase large, expensive pieces. If
abstract work? Vibrant colors? Or do you gravitate toward muted
you’re not one of them, all is not lost. Consider collecting smaller
colors and still life? Consider what mediums call out to you and
pieces and creating an eclectic gallery wall. Or if you can’t shell out
make this your cardinal rule: Buy what you love.
enough for an original, consider buying a print or photograph.
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It’s easy to fall in love with a piece and then realize there’s just
Once all the boxes have been checked, the only thing that remains
nowhere in your house to put it! If possible, take measurements
is your intuition. Trust it!
John C. Doyle Art Gallery John C. Doyle Art Gallery is the exclusive seller of original oils and reproductions by the late Mr. Doyle. It also represents Charleston artists Margaret Petterson and Anne Maree Lawrence; painters Anna Rose Bain, Dhwani Parekh and Simon Kenevan; and sculptor Geoffrey C. Smith. 125 Church St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-577-7344 johncdoyle.com
Lowcountry Artists Gallery Founded in 1982, Lowcountry Artists Gallery is the oldest artist-owned and -operated gallery in Charleston. It showcases work by award-winning local artists and entices collectors with a multitude of styles, subjects and media. 148 E Bay St. Charleston, SC 29401 843-577-9295 lowcountryartists.com
Neema Fine Art Gallery Neema Gallery is Charleston’s newest art gallery featuring original art and jewelry by highly collected and award-winning Southern African American artists, as well as original works from standout emerging artists. 3 Broad St., Suite 100 Charleston, SC 29401 843-353-8079 neemagallery.com
Wells Gallery The premiere gallery at The Sanctuary Hotel on Kiawah Island is dedicated to providing contemporary art works focused on the Lowcountry and the Southern experience. 1 Sanctuary Beach Dr. Kiawah Island, SC 29455 843-576-1290 wellsgallery.com
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aesthetic sensibilities and centuries of arts patronage — that combine to create the ideal stage for the 17-day celebration of classic and contemporary performances in dance, music, theater and opera. “Charleston was the ideal location,” says Spoleto founder Gian Carlo Menotti. “It’s intimate, so you can walk from one
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and gardens. Yet it’s a community big enough to support the
Arthur Miller to cutting-edge compositions by Laura “Laurie”
large number of visitors to the festival.”
Anderson and Philip Glass. Renee Fleming, Yo Yo Ma and
Spoleto Festival comes alive each spring — usually right around Memorial Day weekend and just in time to take advantage of the fact that Charleston’s signature magnolias
Joshua Bell performed at the event early in their careers, as did the Emerson String Quartet and Jean-Yves Thibaudet. Now in its 43rd year, the 2019 Spoleto Festival has grown
and rose gardens are in full bloom. The number of visitors
to offer more than 140 performances in an array of disciplines
blossoms, too, with more than 70,000 people attending the
so diverse, it can get overwhelming. Performances — both
festival annually. Spoleto has debuted more than 200 national
indoors and out — are held within the city’s historic landmarks.
and world premieres, from plays by Tennessee Williams and
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and enchanting outdoor spaces are not just taken over for one
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of the world’s premier performing arts events, they are active
Performances are held daily during the festival, but many of
participants in the celebration as timeless pieces of inspired
the larger events are scheduled on the weekends. Most of the
architecture, classic design and even hosts to many artistic firsts.
performance venues are within walking distance from one another;
This impressive list includes Dock Street Theatre, the Charleston
however, if you plan to attend more than one show on a given
Gaillard Center, The Cistern Yard at the heart of the College of
day, make sure you check the running times and leave enough
Charleston and Riverfront Park, a cobblestoned thoroughfare
wiggle room between performances, so you are not rushing from
built more than 300 years ago along King Street.
one venue to the next. Remember that part of the fun is enjoying
If it’s your first time in the Holy City and you happen to be in
the communal aspect of the experience, taking in the sights, and
town for the festival, make sure you add a performance or two
thinking about and discussing the shows you attend with those
to your plans. For those planning a repeat visit — and there’s a
you are with or those you happen to meet along the way!
during the weeks in May and June that Spoleto takes over the
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town. It truly is a magical experience that confers a completely
Start off by reserving your tickets early, especially if you want
different Charleston experience. Here are some helpful tips to
to see a popular artist or a show that has garnered a lot of
help you get the most out of your Spoleto:
buzz. Spoleto Festival brings together renowned artists and
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emerging performers in a wide array of disciplines that include opera, theater, dance and symphonic, choral, jazz and chamber music. Audiences are treated to rarely performed masterpieces by giants in their fields, as well as world premieres, American premieres and beloved classics presented in novel ways. With so many shows, genres and venues on the schedule you can play it as safe as you want or explore as much as you want. Returning favorites and world premieres are a good way to start if this is your first go around. But for a thorough appreciation of the festival’s scope, plan on attending a combination of classic and contemporary performances in different genres. Permanent festival fixtures include the Bank of America Chamber Music series, Music in Time series, Wells Fargo Jazz series and the American Express Woolfe Street series. To see the schedule of upcoming shows, plan your Spoleto Festival visit or learn more, go to spoletousa.org.
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rom dockside fish houses to the breezy covered patios of Victorian mansions, the beloved hybrid weekend meal known as brunch is already primed for languor, so kick back and while away your late morning into the
afternoon with a bloody Mary in hand, garnished with a lobster tail, cocktail shrimp and king crab leg, no less, or maybe even an oyster. This is Charleston after all. GILDED GLAMOUR The freewheeling attitude is in full swing at Tradd’s, where you can taste the artful precision that is poured into each dish. Keep it simple and light with a kale and brussel sprout salad, or go for broke with the lobster benedict. You choose your indulgence.
As its name implies, Water’s Edge restaurant is situated right on Shem Creek, where the estuary’s mellow tides mingle with the
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glistening sun. Just a short distance from Charleston’s downtown historic district, you can enjoy the leisurely pace of waterfront dining at brunch time, as shrimp boats pull into port to unload their haul. Grab an outdoor table and indulge in Southern comfort fare, like biscuits smothered in homemade pepper sausage gravy or a lump crab cake eggs benedict served with buttery grits and asparagus. On Sundays, you can also opt for the breakfast buffet of classic dishes, including shrimp and grits and omelets
INSIDE A RESTORED 19TH-CENTURY QUEEN ANNE-STYLE VICTORIAN HOUSE, HUSK MAKES FOR A HOMEY, YET SOPHISTICATED BRUNCH. made to order. And for a brunch that runs into happy hour, simply head downstairs to the al fresco Cabana Bar to keep the mimosas flowing.
Under the guidance of executive chef and Lowcountry native Travis Grimes, Husk is committed to local, seasonal ingredientdriven modern Southern cuisine with a menu that changes daily based on what the purveyors bring to the kitchen. Situated in downtown Charleston, inside a restored 19th-century Queen Anne-style Victorian house with wide covered porches, Husk’s dining hall makes for a homey, yet sophisticated setting for Sunday brunch. The breakfast sandwich is always a favorite, showcasing the handiwork of Husk’s butchers, along with entrees like smoked
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brisket with fried egg and cheese on house-baked bread or creative dishes like pan-fried duck egg with grits, baby kale and red-eye gravy. Get started with the 32-ingredient bloody Mary, which is served with a side of shaved country ham and housemade pickles. SAFE LANDING For a dockside brunch in true Lowcountry fashion, head to Fleet Landing, located directly on the docks in downtown Charleston Harbor within a restored 1940s naval building. With an airy dining room with kitschy nautical décor and outdoor waterfront seating, this is the kind of place where you can soak in the panoramic views of Waterfront Park, Castle Pickney and Fort Sumter offshore as you tuck in. Dig into roasted crab cakes served with poached eggs, a biscuit and creamy Adluh grits from the Midlands, all covered in brulée French toast with banana-rum walnut syrup (and a side of
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Applewood smoked bacon, for good measure) is a no brainer. The
Within Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s idyllic The Sanctuary Hotel,
restaurant’s Fleet Landing Pepper Bloody packs a punch, courtesy
Sunday brunch at Jasmine Porch is a lavish seaside affair. The
of its house-infused pepper vodka.
dining room’s exposed brick walls, blue gingham drapery, rustic
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red pepper hollandaise. If you have a sweet tooth, then the crème
Consider “o ld Fashioned” a Compliment. a nd a darn good CoC ktail. take the road less traveled. savor the holy City one bite at a time.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House at the French Quarter Inn 55 South Market Street | Charleston, SC | 843.793.4224 For Menus & Additional Information, visit RuthsChris.net
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hewn-oak flooring and white wainscoting ceilings create an inviting and elegant atmosphere. The brunch buffet — which ranges from pimento cheese to poached shrimp, chicken Lowcountry specialties prepared by Chef de Cuisine and Charleston native Jeremy Holst. You’ll also find a carving station with prime rib, a table with housemade charcuterie and freeflowing Champagne. BE A DARLING For a truly indulgent brunch cocktail, try The Darling Oyster Bar’s bloody Mary. The decadent drink can be customized to include a lobster claw, king crab leg, cocktail shrimp and hush puppy from
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the restaurant’s impressive raw bar as garnishments.
Set in an 18th-century rice plantation, Middleton Place Restaurant
Cozy up at one of the emerald green booths in the sun-filled
offers a fine dining experience once helmed by Chef Edna Lewis,
dining room, and tantalize your taste buds as you sink your teeth
acclaimed for popularizing and refining Southern cooking. Recipes
into a fried chicken and homemade buttermilk biscuit sandwich
made in her spirit using produce from the onsite garden, include
drizzled with local honey and housemade hot sauce. Then raise
classic shrimp and grits made with locally harvested Anson Mills
the ante with an order of chowder fries made with local clams and
grits and tasso ham gravy, or get adventurous and swap the
bacon for the table, and you’ve got yourself a certified Southern
shrimp for cornmeal-fried catfish and a side of braised collards
brunch feast.
with ham hock.
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and waffles, fried catfish and she crab soup — overflows with
Lively gathering place serving reimagined American classics. One of America’s oldest restaurants.
Authentic tortillas, tacos, burritos, margaritas and wings in a fun, lively atmosphere.
Southern and relaxed Best New Restaurant of the Year — 2011, Bon Appétit
Tasting menu only, intimate and adventurous. South Carolina’s only AAA Five Diamond awarded restaurant.
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n Charleston, a party isn’t a party unless it’s got flavor. Buzzy destination-worthy restaurants aside, the city offers all kinds of foodies ample reasons to visit throughout the year, with mouthwatering celebrations and cook-offs themed around
Lowcountry seafood, grits, mac ‘n’ cheese and chili, as well as
warranted a festival of their own. April’s Lowcountry Strawberry
wine, whiskey and other craft spirits.
Festival is a family-friendly affair complete with amusement and
The calendar is downright packed, as you will be: 2018 saw 17
thrill rides, pie eating contests (yes, plural!), a Miss Berry Princess
food festivals and an additional 124 culinary-related events in and
contest, an acrobatic dog contest, petting zoo and several
around Charleston. At many of these, you can sample dishes from
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the city’s many James Beard Award–winning chefs and venues. In its 12th year, Charleston Food + Wine is the city’s grand
Of course, all manner of strawberry delights are also on hand. Prefer fermented fruit beverages? Boone Hall’s Wine Under the
culinary fête and takes place every March. Participants include
Oaks, held in December, is strictly a 21-and-over affair that features
a veritable who’s-who of Charleston talent, as well as chefs,
incredible wines and food from more than a dozen outstanding
mixologists, artisans and culinary experts from across the country.
Charleston restaurants. Wine also rules at about a dozen other
Try spotting one of the Holy City’s famous faces: Darius Rucker
festivals, events and special programs around town, including a
has attended, and you never know where eccentric ol’ Bill
vino-tinged historic homes and gardens crawl, the Annual Historic
Murray will turn up. Stroll through the fest’s labyrinthine Culinary
Charleston Foundation Wine Tastings.
Village stalls and fill your days and nights with presentations,
You’ll find grits on many local menus — this being the South
demos, tastings and even a Champagne-supported yoga session
and all — and April’s World Grits Festival, which is held in nearby
(Namasté Bubbly).
St. George, is the only event of its kind.
The siren song of oysters — or, more likely, the coveted
What about grits’ frequent bedfellow, shrimp? Check out — and
bivalves’ intoxicating essence of the sea — is celebrated in
by that we mean savor — creative and succulent shrimp-based
late January at the Lowcountry Oyster Festival, the world’s
dishes at Harborside Beach’s fall-time Shrimp on the Barbie, or
largest event of its kind. Taking place at Boone Hall Plantation,
indulge in a variable Lowcountry seafood fix during April’s Blessing
a staggering 80,000 pounds of locally and Gulf Coast–sourced
of the Fleet and Seafood Festival and the two-year-old Fish
oysters are shucked and downed by giddy festival attendants.
Festival of Saint Fortunato. Add some literal spice to your life (and
Also a functioning farm for more than 300 years, 738-acre
crawfish, alligator and jambalaya, too) at April’s Lowcountry Cajun
Boone Hall grows around 40 types of vegetables and fruit,
Festival. For the latest updates on what’s new or what’s happening,
including tomatoes, peaches, blackberries, muscadine grapes
visit the Charleston Area Convention and Visitors Bureau website,
and strawberries that are so sweet, bright and delicious they
charlestoncvb.com/events, and click the Culinary Event box.
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FUJI KIAWAH ISLAND www.facebook.com/fujifreshfields/ Instagram: @fuij_kiawah 205 Farm Lake View Road Johns Island SC 29445 843.996.4898 M-Th: 11am-10pm; Fri: 11AM-11pm Sat: 12-11pm; Sun: 12-10pm
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harleston’s highly awarded restaurants reflect the passion, legacy and expertise that goes into each succulent bite of shrimp, every perfectly seasoned oyster, and so much more. When it comes to sought-
after accolades in the Charleston City Paper, Hank’s Seafood can boast a winning streak that’s older than most high school students: For 16 consecutive years, this beloved venue has snagged the paper’s Best Seafood Restaurant award. How’s that for seducing a generation who can’t get enough of Charleston she-crab soup and pan-fried sea scallops? An institution of Lowcountry cooking, Hank’s carries on the traditions of French and English preparations, but even those vaunted methods take a backseat to the intensely local product: the harvest from nearby estuaries, bays and tidal creeks. The venue’s manifesto can be summed up by their pithy directive: “There are no real rules, except to use what’s fresh.” Count on executive chef Tim Richardson to maintain a satisfying slow boil with his popular bouillabaisse, but don’t neglect his decadent grilled oysters with red wine Mignonette Gastrique and his unique interpretation of shrimp and grits with smoked Andouille sausage. Stop in early, as the venue’s Craft Cocktail Hour starts at 4:30 — and with Hank’s Oyster Shooter you can get started on local seafood, in a glass. Likewise, a passion for fresh ingredients is part of what keeps Peninsula Grill at the top of the heap as well, with its prestigious Forbes Four Star and AAA Four Diamond designations. “One of the most fulfilling aspects of my day occurs when our deliveries
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arrive at the restaurant,” enthuses executive chef Ramon Taimanglo. “It is a daily flurry of excitement to open the wellpacked crates and see a beautiful batch of outstanding, fresh ingredients ready to be used for that evening’s dinner menu.” Born in Germany into a military family, Taimanglo learned early the European devotion to prized local ingredients. “There are many places around the world known for producing a phenomenal ingredient, such as New Zealand’s lamb, or for championing a distinct flavor such as Italy’s wild mushrooms,” he notes. He counts one of his menu items — New Zealand lamb chops encrusted with a fine layer of benne seeds — as having played an unexpected but real role in local Lowcountry cuisine for three centuries. And though it might seem rare for a chef to emphasize fruit, Taimanglo notes that “a real Southern treat” is the South Carolina-grown peach picked at the height of its season.
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To coax the most flavor out of its sweet juicy flesh, he created a glaze that beautifully complements the subtle flavors of locally caught Charleston shrimp. A more exotic fruit has helped Peninsula Grill remain on top of the gastronomic map as well: the restaurant’s coconut cake has become so iconic that it’s now a staple at local wedding receptions. In Mount Pleasant, Water’s Edge is utterly devoid of pretention. It’s not expensive, and its unprepossessing address is on Shrimp Boat Lane. And yet a sophisticated New York publication such as Wine Spectator has had the eatery on its Wine Spectator Award of Excellence list since 2003. That’s partly because its wine cellar To pair with the Water’s Edge fish stew — featuring sausage, okra and corn in a tomato broth — or signature crab cakes, you can have your pick of a sauvignon blanc from Cakebread in Napa, a German Peter Mertes riesling or a pricier Pahlmeyer pinot noir from the Sonoma Coast. And that just scratches the surface of the varied and exceptionally well-curated wine list.
M C C R A DY ’S D E L I V ERS A MORE R A R EF I E D E X PER I EN CE IN ITS 22-S E AT PR I VAT E D I N IN G ROOM, W H ER E A TA S T I N G MEN U H OLDS SWAY. Finally, we have the venerated McCrady name: McCrady’s boasts a AAA Five Diamond award, while McCrady’s Tavern earned a not-too-shabby AAA Four Diamond designation. Truth in advertising regarding the latter: The restaurant reflects its name — a wood- and stone-heavy Colonial-era tavern. McCrady’s, which is graced with the same culinary team led by Chef Jim Stein, delivers a more rarefied experience in its 22-seat private dining room, where a tasting menu holds sway. Horseshoe-shaped counter seating allows diners to see into the open kitchen. Representative dishes include a foie gras tart; duck with pasticcio and onion; and, from pastry chef Katy Keefe, yogurt with African runner peanut and a chocolate dessert with satsuma — a type of Chinese mandarin orange. With a dozen courses, be sure to bring your appetite, as well as your most elevated palate. Likewise, one of the earliest proponents of elevated Lowcountry dining in Charleston’s culinary scene, 82 Queen has been recognized since it opened in 1982 for its majestic interpretation of Lowcountry standards and disarming ambience — complete with a turn-of-the-century courtyard built around an enormous magnolia tree — by publications that include the Charleston City Paper, Wine Spectator and Southern Living, as well as organizations such as Taste of the South. Stop in for the legendary she-crab soup or try what is widely considered one of the tastiest iterations of a Lowcountry favorite: their barbecue shrimp and grits.
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he local foodways in the Lowcountry boast incredibly deep roots and — thanks to the efforts of some pioneering chefs, farmers and food advocates — they also cast a big shadow. Local dishes are no longer a
specialty to be had when in town. They have been elevated, awarded and celebrated the world over. People who dine in Charleston aren’t looking to try Lowcountry cooking on a whim or for the first time. They are seeking the Holy Grail of a kind of cuisine they have come to admire. So what about the rest of the country? Or the globe? If you’re in town and have a sudden hankering for good Mexican fare, you’re in a safe place. Minero — part of the Neighborhood Dining Group that also lays claim to McCrady’s, McCrady’s Tavern and Husk — offers a casual atmosphere as it serves up dishes inspired by the flavors and culture of Mexico, while utilizing a traditional nixtamalization process to make the corn tortillas that form the basis of most of the dishes there. Located in historic downtown Charleston, Minero can address your need for tacos and margaritas stat. When you are craving sushi, head to Fuji Sushi Bar & Grill, where you can have your fill of signature sushi rolls, including an oyster tempura roll made with tempura oyster, cucumber and avocado. If you are one of the hold outs who is still timid around sushi, the traditional hibachi entrees and combos will not disappoint. The restaurant also features an extensive wine, beer and sake selection. Now, if what you’re seeking is classic fine dining, then make a reservation at Tomasso at Turtle Point, one of the numerous standout restaurants at Kiawah Island Golf Resort. At Tomasso, the ingredients are fresh; the pasta is house made by hand; and the beverage menu includes an inspired list of Old World wines, as well as a delectable house-made Limoncello. Now, that’s amore!
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EXECUTIVE CHEF BRANDON BUCK Tradd’s
CHEF DE CUISINE KYLE BOWLING The Ocean Room
Brandon Buck has been a fixture of the Charleston culinary scene since 1999, when he held the Executive Sous Chef position at Cypress. After long posts as Executive Chef of Middleton Place and Chef at Voysey’s at Kiawah Island, where he worked under Consulting Chef Tom Colicchio, Buck joined the opening team at Tradd’s and became Executive Chef in 2019.
Diners in The Ocean Room will appreciate Chef Bowling’s unshakable commitment to crafting dishes made from locally sourced ingredients and delivering the refined and gracious culinary experience that is a hallmark of this nationally acclaimed premier steak house.
EXECUTIVE CHEF HEYWARD DAVIS Charleston Harbor Fish House
Through his seasonally-driven cuisine at the Charleston Harbor Fish House, Chef Heyward Davis strives to source his ingredients locally and responsibly, showcasing Southern flavors. Davis holds a degree from the Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts Program and is recognized for his leadership and stewardship in the local Charleston culinary community.
CHEF DE CUISINE BEN DINSMORE Darling Oyster
Chef Ben Dinsmore studied at Johnson & Wales and spent the next 10 years at restaurants in Rhode Island, learning about seafood, while stints in Atlanta fully schooled him on Southern cuisine. His philosophy is: “I love taking fancy, intimidating dishes and making them more approachable, so that anyone will try them. That fuels me.”
OWNER & PITMASTER ANTHONY DIBERNARDO Swig & Swine
Anthony DiBernardo’s résumé includes roles as the Executive Chef at Kiawah Island Resort, Corporate Executive Chef at Mustard Seed, and Operating Partner and Head Chef at Rita’s. When he started his own barbecue catering business, his true passion started to set fire. He opened Swig & Swine BBQ with Queen Street Hospitality Group in 2013.
CHEF EDMOND FLOYD Hyman’s Seafood
Chef Edmond Floyd has been with Hyman’s Seafood since Aaron Hyman brought him on board in 1986. An integral part of the restaurant’s continued success, he runs one of Charleston’s busiest kitchens, one The Atlanta Journal-Constitution describes as, “Definitely tops in town. No fancy sauces or the like, just great food at even better prices.”
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CHEF DE CUISINE WESLEY GRUBBS Minero
This Lowcountry native learned how to make Southern food while working in Charleston. A graduate of Johnson & Wales University, he joined Husk’s sister restaurant, McCrady’s, in 2003. With his love for pork, Grimes helped elevate McCrady’s charcuterie program. At Husk, he continues to source local heirloom varieties of meat, vegetables and grains.
A self-taught chef, Wesley Grubbs has worked in some of Charleston’s top restaurants and is the chef de cuisine at Minero. Prior to Minero, he worked the line at Husk, eventually becoming the restaurant’s butcher. To prepare for opening Minero, Grubbs spent many months studying the bold flavors in Latin cuisine and felt he was opened to a whole new world.
CHEF DE CUISINE JEREMY HOLST Jasmine Porch
As a Charleston native, Chef de Cuisine Jeremy Holst comes by his love of Lowcountry cuisine honestly. The Culinary Institute of America graduate expanded his influences as far afield as Lanai, Hawaii, before returning to the South. Chef Holst especially appreciates the bounty of ingredients at his disposal from local farmers, fishermen, shrimpers and crabbers.
CHEF/CO-OWNER QIN JIANG Fuji Sushi
Qin Jiang owns and runs Fuji Sushi with his wife, Jing Guo. The couple owned a construction company prior to entering the food industry and finally opening the first Fuji Sushi restaurant in Mount Pleasant. The early menu featured a few Chinese items, which reflected Jiang and his wife’s heritage, but now focuses exclusively on Japanese-style hibachi and sushi.
EXECUTIVE CHEF DELJUAN MURPHY Fleet Landing
CHEF DE CUISINE JOHN ONDO The Atlantic Room and Ryder Cup Bar at The Ocean Course
Executive Chef Deljuan Murphy has been in the industry for 15 years, 13 of which have been at Fleet Landing, where he started as a sous chef. He is known for well-composed dishes, creativity and a flare for good taste; his ultimate goal is making people happy through food. Chef Deljuan is a mentor at Alston Middle School in Summerville.
This Charleston native honed his skills at some of the city’s finest restaurants before launching inventive Mediterranean restaurant Lana in 2005. Ondo is respected for his honest approach to cooking derived from a reverent insistence on working with fresh ingredients sourced from local farmers and fishermen.
CHEF TIM RICHARDSON Hank’s Seafood
South Carolina native Tim Richardson gravitated to the kitchen as a teenager. He spent several years learning the business at locally owned steak houses, before discovering his niche at Twigs, a restaurant in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. He relocated to Charleston in 2001, where he enrolled in Johnson & Wales University and began mentoring at Hank’s.
EXECUTIVE CHEF STEVE STONE 82 Queen
82 Queen Executive Chef Steve Stone is the epitome of a true Charlestonian. He served as the Executive Chef of 82 Queen from 1991– 2005 before becoming the General Manager and Executive Chef of Boone Hall Farms Market Store and Café. Returning to 82 Queen in 2015, Stone brings his passion for using fresh, local produce to create authentic Lowcountry cuisine.
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EXECUTIVE CHEF JIM STEIN McCrady’s & McCrady’s Tavern
Chef Stein highlights the best ingredients of the Lowcountry with an ever-evolving, local, seasonal menu. Stein graduated with honors from Le Cordon Bleu and began his career in Pittsburgh. He drives the culinary program at both McCrady’s Tavern and McCrady’s, working with purveyors to craft an ever-changing menu that celebrates ingredients in a unique and elevated fashion.
EXECUTIVE CHEF RAMON TAIMANGLO Peninsula Grill
A graduate of Johnson and Wales, Chef Ramon Taimanglo began his career as sous chef under Chef Frank Lee at Slightly North of Broad in Charleston. Lee’s masterful preparation of farm-fresh Southern ingredients using French techniques resonated with Taimanglo, who joined Peninsula Grill as chef de cuisine in 2014 and was appointed co-executive chef in 2016.
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A hidden garden in the heart of the Historic District, exquisite wines, and refined American cuisine launched PENINSULA GRILL on the national dining scene and earned a Best New Restaurant nod from Esquire magazine. Voted Best Restaurant in Charleston for 10 years. Your enchanting evening awaits. D I N N E R S E R V E D N I G H T LY. P E N I N S U L AG R I L L .C O M 112 NORTH MARKET (843) 723-0700
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215 Meeting St. | 843-723-6000 | hymanseafood.com A Hyman establishment since 1890, Hyman’s Seafood is a MUST when visiting the Lowcountry — reviewed by over 30 national publications and voted No. 1 Seafood Restaurant in the Southeast by Southern Living magazine nine years in a row. Enjoy our relaxed atmosphere and menu featuring extensive shellfish selections and eight to 15 different fish selections to choose from daily. Lunch and dinner are served seven days a week from 11 a.m. until….
2 Unity Alley | 843-577-0025 | mccradysrestaurant.com maitred@mccradysrestaurant.com South Carolina’s only AAA Five Diamond restaurant and one of Wine Enthusiast’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants in America. McCrady’s offers a tasting menu only from Executive Chef Jim Stein and Pastry Chef Katy Keefe. The 22-seat space located in historic downtown Charleston features an open kitchen and exceptional hospitality creating an intimate and adventurous dining experience.
153B East Bay St. | 843-789-2241 | minerorestaurant.com Minero is a casual, authentic Mexican eatery located in historic downtown Charleston. Inspired by the flavors and culture of Mexico, Executive Chef Wesley Grubbs offers tacos, wings, burritos, margaritas and fresh tortillas made daily, served in a fun and lively environment. Minero is open Sunday through Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
One Sanctuary Beach Dr., Kiawah Island 800-654-2924 | kiawahdining.com One resort, more than a dozen restaurants, cafés and lounges. Dining on beautiful Kiawah Island is a feast for all the senses! Highlighting chef-driven, locally inspired cuisine, The Kiawah Dining Collection showcases seasonal ingredients from local Lowcountry farmers and fishermen. Indulge in a variety of fare, from fine steaks and freshcaught seafood to favorite Italian dishes and authentic Southern cooking. Enjoy a wonderful meal, great value and stunning island settings. Call for reservations or book online.
2 Unity Alley | 843-577-0025 | mccradystavern.com McCrady’s Tavern is a lively, everyday gathering place, designed with its history in mind. Located in a fourstory Georgian house, the restaurant has been home to outstanding food and beverage since 1778. Featuring a 2-story bar with cocktails and an award-winning wine program, Executive Chef Jim Stein showcases regional ingredients in one of America’s oldest restaurants.
112 North Market St. | 843-723-0700 | peninsulagrill.com Peninsula Grill is nestled at the end of a landscaped brick alley illuminated by carriage lanterns located in the very heart of Charleston’s Historic District. When Peninsula Grill opened, the handsomely appointed dining room and sophisticated interpretations of Southern cuisine set the bar for fine dining in Charleston, and Esquire magazine named it “One of the Best Restaurants in America.” The Mobil Four-Star and AAA Four-Diamond Peninsula Grill is part of Planters Inn, the award-winning 64-room Relais & Châteaux boutique hotel.
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Design with Soul ompleted for a Dallas-area couple by the Camens Architectural Group in 2018, the contemporary transitional Black Residence was a completely collaborative effort. Seeking the clean lines and
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subdued aesthetic of contemporary living, the owners had a keen Marc Camens delivered his major contribution to the project, beyond his years of expertise: a philosophy of organic living. The clean lines were complemented by plenty of glass, limited trim, a shell fireplace and reclaimed wood beams, among other design details, that together allow the interior to flow seamlessly with the surroundings.
“Kiawah is extremely natural,” says Camens. “Living with nature is a hallmark of the area.” Floor-to-ceiling windows, which were both a client request and a challenge within the project, are the functional showpiece that facilitate that ebb and flow with the environment. “When you’re in there, you feel like you’re in touch with the landscape,” continues Camens.
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This emphasis on capturing the essence of life goes beyond providing access to nature from within the home, Camens is inspired by his clients’ everyday habits and lifestyle, trying to capture the “human side” as it relates to architecture and being in touch with the details. For clients who purchased a plot of land graced with breathtaking scenery, a bedroom with a frontrow view of the Lowcountry marsh is the ultimate reward. Visit camensarchitecturalgroup.com for more information.
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he Kiawah Island home of Kathy and Rich Hagen is more than a house. It’s a carefully crafted retreat meant to capture the spirit of their family. Designed by McDonald Architects of Charleston, the exterior features stucco
and a zinc standing-seam roof. Inside, the home features selections the Hagens were able to choose mostly from the comfort of their home in Charlotte, NC, where they resided during the construction process. They were also able to work closely with Louise and
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Kirsten, who work out of Kingswood Homes’ Charlotte office.
looking at colors and found Determined Orange, we knew that we
“My favorite part of my home is the kitchen and scullery,” says
had found the perfect hue,” recalls Kingswood designer Louise. “It
Kathy. Perfect for entertaining, the space features white marble
perfectly captures the spirit of John and the entire Hagen family!”
countertops from Walker Zanger, custom lights by Urban Electric
Thinking back on building with Kingswood, Kathy notes, “We
and a large (and colorful!) island the whole family can gather
enjoyed the entire process of building a custom home, but if I had
around. Painted in Sherwin Williams’ Determined Orange, the
to choose the best thing about working with Kingswood, it would
island’s bold color is a nod to their son, John, and his battle with
be their attention to detail. They built a home just for us, with
leukemia — the ribbon color for which is orange. “When we were
everything we wanted.” To learn more, visit kingswoodhomes.com.
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njoying the distinction of being the first private residence club on Kiawah Island comes with its perks. After all, at a mere 30 minutes from downtown Charleston, Timbers Kiawah Ocean Club & Residences
Southern cake and savoring it by Kiawah’s 10-mile beach in
oceanfront buildings feature breathtaking views of the Atlantic
a fresh, contemporary setting that has set the standard for a
Ocean and include access to the property’s private clubhouse,
new direction on the island. This flexibility extends beyond
valet, temperature-controlled wine storage, kids play room
geographical reach to fractional ownership opportunities for
and a state-of-the-art fitness facility, as well as private beach
those looking for well-curated services and thoughtful amenities
access and an oceanfront pool, bar and grill, among many
in their investment. The 21 residences spread across three
other luxury appointments. The island itself is beloved for its
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impeccably calibrated balance of nature and elegance. The
plenty of first-rate shopping and dining to be had without ever
widely celebrated beach is complemented by 123 acres of
having to leave the island. With two ownership opportunities
parks with ample trails for biking, hiking and wildlife scouting —
and membership in the Timbers Collection, boasting a network
including bottlenose dolphins, river otters, ospreys, white-tailed
of world-renowned travel and lifestyle partners, Timbers Kiawah
deer and loggerhead sea turtles. Nearby, Kiawah Island Golf
invites its residents to take on the ultimate luxury challenge:
Resort is a hub of world-class tennis and golf, and there is also
Dare to dream. For more information, visit timbersresorts.com.
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Captivating Retreat WHE N YO U’ VE RO AM E D ACRO S S MA N Y C I T I E S , Y OU GET A K E E N SE N SE O F WHE RE YOU WA N T T O G O BU T
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hen the owners of this beautiful property sought out Anderson Studio of Architecture and Design to build their Kiawah Island home, they needed the kind of guidance that would offer expertise
while listening to their needs. Living in the Midwest with roots in Brooklyn, they had sought out the perfect Lowcountry retreat, complete with stellar views and easy access to the water, as well as all other points of the island, of course. But when it came to the design, both inside and out, fresh and comfortable was the request. The studio worked at making their clean and modernist leanings reflect their unique style, and made the most of a modest
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COMMUNITY IS THE LINK TO OUR PAST, THE BRIDGE TO OUR FUTURE
Cross over to the cottages of Clubhouse Village. Just steps from the Cassique Clubhouse with closer-than-ever access to the good life and good friends. Before the first English settlers arrived in
positions all of its living space and bedrooms to
Charleston, and before there was a Lowcountry,
showcase the beautiful marsh views and shared
a clever Kiawah Indian chief held sway over
green space.
pristine land now known as Cassique, a Kiawah
With the addition of St. Andrews, there are
Island Club community. Today, its promise
now six distinct cottage plans in Clubhouse
remains; removed and graceful, with surround-
Village, all carefully sited on 23 homesites. A
ings near the sea in which to live out your
curated selection of renowned architects, in
dreams.
concert with our own design team, has streamlined the
Within this gated community, just steps away from the
construction process to reduce the time typically required
Cassique Clubhouse, you’ll fi nd the cottages of Clubhouse
to complete a fi ne Cassique home. By securing architec-
Village. These all-new construction homes with generous tural design and ARB approvals in advance, your dream outdoor living spaces mingle modern Lowcountry ease with home can be ready in 14 short months. And if you prefer to 19th-century English Arts & Crafts architecture. Clubhouse
build at your own pace, one of the 18th-fairway homesites
Village’s newest plan released this spring, St. Andrews,
reserved for custom-built homes may be an ideal option.
I N T E R E S T E D I N E X PLO R I N G T H E I S L A N D? Swing by a Kiawah Island Real Estate (KIRE) office. We would be pleased to introduce you to our Island neighborhoods. At KIRE, we live and breathe Kiawah: we work on the Island, we play on the Island, and many of us live on the Island. There is no one better to show you all Kiawah has to offer and introduce you to the nuances that make this Island so beautiful. Stop by or call 844.543.4235 and we would be happy to show you around. Our offi ces are located on Island: one just before the Island’s main security gate, one in Freshfi elds Village, and one inside The Sanctuary hotel. We also have an offi ce at 12 Queen Street in Charleston’s historic French Quarter. For more information, visit KiawahIsland.com.
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