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Newly Renovated & Modern! Wonderful Ocea...

3 Conch CourtWelcome to your dream hideaway at 3 Conch Court in the striking Wild Dunes Resort on Isle of Palms, SC! This exclusive property is the ideal family getaway, offering an exceptional outdoor getaway that includes a calming spa, a...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8
7 Beachwood East by AvantStay | Ocean Vi...

Step into the epitome of luxury and relaxation at 7 Beachwood East, a freshly constructed modern beach home located in a gated community just one lot back from the ocean. Ideal for family get-togethers or group getaways, this 7-bedroom masterpiece...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Renovated, Very Modern Beach Home on Qui...
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Welcome to Isle of Palms living! Handsomely refreshed brick ranch bungalow within painless walking distance to the beach and short golf cart ride to the Isle of Palms Marina. Located in the beautiful 'Forest Trail' on a corner lot at 34th avenue and...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
1st floor, screen porch w/ steps to Beac...

Gorgeous first floor Port O Telephone condo. Savor private beach access right off of the screen porch, the beach is just steps away! This Port O Telephone has been refreshed and has wood floors throughout. The kitchen has updated appliances and is...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Shipwatch C317: Oceanfront Escape in Wil...

Perched above the palm trees and looking out on the water of the Atlantic, this three bedroom, three bath Shipwatch villa offers a comfortable getaway for your Isle of Palms vacation. Savor gorgeous interiors, expansive vistas of the ocean and lush...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Pool, Spa, Ocean Views, One Block to Bea...

The Josephine House – Coastal Elegance Meets Laid-Back LuxuryWelcome to The Josephine House, a refined 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath sanctuary located along a calming street on Isle of Palms, just steps from the beach and close to the Isle of Palms Marina...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10

Isle of Palms Tours & Activities

Large Group - Edisto River Tubing & After Tubing Adventures

Bring your friends and family for an unforgettable experience! Duration 2-3 hours depending on river level. River Levels, Wind, Group Size can all affect the float time. On occasion float times can run over and under these estimates. ...

Golf Club Rental - 18 Holes - Harbor Course

Golf club rentals often sell out - we recommend booking online far in advance. Rates - **Men's Right-Handed Clubs:** $70.00 USD - **Men's Left-Handed Clubs:** $70.00 USD - **Lady's Right-Handed Clubs:** $70.00 USD Cancellation...

Full Day Offshore

Pole Dancer Charters LLC

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$4,000.00

duration: 11 Hours meeting_point: 1903 Waterway Island, Isle Of Palms SC, 29451 description: Once we reach the vicinity of the Gulf Stream, we’ll start looking for signs of fish—such as birds, bait, weed mats, and hard edges—that indicate a...

The Creative Oysters

Wild Dunes Resort

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$25.00 - $30.00

Let your young artist’s imagination run wild while exploring the beauty of the low country through art during our Creative Oyster’s Kid’s Night In evening camp! Kids will learn about low country culture and natural elements while thinking...

Salt Marsh Creeks and Intracoastal Waterway Loop (Dolphins, Birds, Crabs and more)

duration: 1.5 Hours pricing: Adults $30 Children 3-12 $20 2 and less no charge description: NEW!! Salt Marsh Creeks and Sounds Loop- Dolphins, Birds galore, crab traps and more! Cruise aboard our covered pontoon boat on this 1.5 hour loop which...

Wild Dunes Spring Pod Play - Men's/Women's DUPR 3.0, 3.5, 4.0+

Entry Fee $32 for Wild Dunes Members $40 for Non-members Time Saturday Men's Groups: 11:00 - 2: 00 pm Women's Groups: 2:00 - 5:00 pm ...

Harbor Afternoon Rate

Wild Dunes Resort

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$99.00

Tee Times Made 12pm-2:50pm Rates $99 per person Rates are for tee times after 12pm About **This is not a tee time. Must book tee time prior to paying. Please call for assistance** **The Range for both courses is located at the Links...

Seacoast Sisterhood Capers Trip

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$10.00 - $20.00

duration: 3.5 Hours description: Immerse yourself in the beauty and wildlife that Capers Island has to offer! Enjoy a 3.5 hour boat excursion as we venture to Capers Island, one of the few remaining undeveloped barrier islands. We will cruise...

Dolphin Discovery Sunset Cruise

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$40.00 - $55.00

duration: 2.5 hours description: Come with us and locate bottlenose dolphins and loggerhead sea turtles! Join our naturalist on a search and discovery mission on this 2.5 hour boat excursion to encounter the fascinating bottlenose dolphin and...

Charleston Tee Time Book

Play after 11am! Rates - Links Course $50 - Harbor Course $25 About Can only be booked 24 hours prior to play **This is not a tee time. Must book tee time prior to paying. Please call for assistance.** *Pre-payment is required*

Tennis Clinic - Stroke of the Day

Stroke of the Day Meets daily 9:00am-10:30am Experience the dynamic world of tennis like never before with our themed daily tennis clinic. Each day unveils a new aspect of the game, and exciting learning journey for players of all levels. Meets...

Harbor Cruise, Dolphin Cruise, Shark Tooth Hunting
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$600.00 - $1,200.00

duration: 4-8 Hours meeting_point: 1903 Waterway Island, Isle Of Palms SC, 29451 description: HARBOR CRUISE: Enjoy peaceful waters and scenic views as you explore Charleston’s beautiful coastline. DOLPHIN CRUISE: Watch dolphins play in their...

Isle of Palms, SC

Isle of Palms is a barrier island on the South Carolina coast known for its beautiful sandy beaches, oceanfront homes, and easygoing coastal lifestyle.

Located just 20 minutes from historic Charleston, Isle of Palms offers the perfect mix of natural beauty and convenience. Visitors can enjoy wide beaches ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and beachcombing, or explore the island by bike or paddleboard. The island is also home to the family-friendly Isle of Palms County Park and the renowned Wild Dunes Resort, which features golf, tennis, and fine dining with ocean views.

Isle of Palms is dominated by vacation rental homes and beachfront condos, offering plenty of space for families and groups. With its peaceful setting, upscale amenities, and close proximity to Charleston, the island is a popular destination for both relaxation and adventure. Whether you're enjoying a sunset walk on the beach, boating through the tidal creeks, or heading into the city for a day of sightseeing, Isle of Palms offers a refined yet relaxed South Carolina beach getaway.

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When it comes to a well-deserved break from the everyday grind, Charleston movers and shakers head to the Isle of Palms, a gorgeous 5.6 square mile barrier island that's just 12 miles away from the city, but feels miles away from the rest of the world. Once on the island, (easily accessible via the Isle of Palms Connecting Bridge from the mainland town of Mt. Pleasant), life is a breath of fresh, salt air, as the island is purposely small with a modest handful of local inns, several hundred vacation rental homes, and miles of unpopulated Atlantic Ocean facing beaches.

Isle of Palms SC

An ideal destination for families, golfers, special event organizers, or anyone in need of a quick romantic getaway, the Isle of Palms delivers any vacationer's needs without all the hustle and bustle, or commercialization of typical beachside vacation destinations. Frequent vacationers attest that the Isle of Palm's charm lies in its secluded, and almost exclusive-feeling environment, in addition to its eclectic collection of off-the-beach activities and attractions. Enjoyable by Charleston or Mt. Pleasant day trippers and weeklong vacationers alike, the Isle of Palms is a welcome oceanside retreat that puts South Carolina coastal lovers completely at ease.

Isle of Palms SC

Isle of Palms has seemingly always been known as a destination for weary mainlanders in need of a relaxing retreat, and in fact, its history compliments this longstanding reputation. Originally a launching point for Confederate ships during the Civil War, (including the submarine the H.L. Hunley which departed the coastline from Breach Inlet to the south), Isle of Palms was effectively first "discovered" during the late 1800s.

Isle of Palms SC

At the time, it was only accessible by ferry, and was occupied by a handful of salty residents. This landscape changed when a 50 room hotel was built in 1906 by developer and landowner J.S. Lawrence, who also gave the region its current name. A pavilion and amusement park, quite fashionable at the time, soon followed, and a trolley was also constructed linking the mainland portion of Mt. Pleasant with this barrier island destination. In 1929, the trolley would be replaced with a complete vehicular bridge, the Grace Memorial Bridge, which connected Charleston with its otherwise water bound neighbor.

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The result of this initial early 20th century development was swift, and the Isle of Palms became the new go-to locale for weary city dwellers in dire need of an entertaining weekend outside of Charleston. Despite this early popularity, however, the development on Isle of Palms was closely regulated and monitored to ensure that the beachfront destination still retained its out-of-the-way appeal.

Isle of Palms SC

The area was restricted to collections of small inns, vacation rental homes and condos until 1975, when the regionally acclaimed Sea Pined Company of Hilton Head acquired a 900 acre parcel and received the community go-ahead to build the famous Wild Dunes Beach and Racquet Club on the island. Still well-known as one of the most elite destinations outside of Charleston, the Wild Dunes Resort continues to be one of the most frequented sites on the Isle of Palms for conferences, special events, vacations, or even a round of golf or spa treatment for any Isle of Palms visitor.

Isle of Palms SC

Today, many visitors opt to stay at the Wild Dunes, or one of the other six resorts, apartments, or inns that are scattered throughout the island, while other vacationers who are visiting Isle of Palms for a week or more elect to stay at a vacation rental home. These accommodations are located throughout the island, from the oceanfront to the Intracoastal Waterway, and are generally rented in weekly increments. At a vacation rental, guests will enjoy all the comforts of home, including large kitchens, dining areas, and even hot tubs and private or community pools. Close to Charleston and Mt. Pleasant, beach lovers often find that an Isle of Palms vacation rental home or condo is an ideal way to explore the local cities, but still have a perfectly scenic and seaside "home base" to return to.

Isle of Palms SC

The Wild Dunes Resort is clearly a vacationer's favorite spot, for its exceptional coastal golf course and on-site salon and spa, however virtually any accommodation selection ensures that guests can enjoy the Isle of Palm's best attribute, the beach itself. The beaches on this south-facing barrier island are nice and wide, and reward walkers and shell hunters with frequent deposits of sand dollars and small, southern seashells that serve as perfect local souvenirs to take back home.

Isle of Palms SC

Anglers are also big fans of the area, and there are a number of inshore ad offshore fishing charters available that cater to visitors on the hunt for big game. Launching from the town's multiple marinas, or providing private tours via the island's two inlets, fishermen will find plenty of places to cast off from the beach, the inshore waters, or the deep sea depths of the Gulf Stream located just offshore.

Isle of Palms SC

There are also a number of watersports rentals and tour businesses on island, specializing in everything from kayak rentals for a scenic self-propelled joyride to high flying parasailing tours of the Coastal South Carolina region. All of these adventures are seasonally available, and easily within reach, thanks to local rental and tour businesses that are conveniently stationed along Isle of Palm's main drag, Palm Blvd.

Hungry vacationers will also find ample opportunities to relax while enjoying the best South Carolina cuisine at more than 20 local restaurants, all located within walking or golf cart distance of Isle of Palm's premier beaches. Ranging from low country cafes that are shaded by palm trees to local favorite pizza joints and easy-going grills, Isle of Palms visitors will be treated to some of the best seafood cuisine in the region with equally stunning views. With many establishments open year-round, anytime is a good time to pull up a waterfront chair, admire a beachside view, and dig in to some home cooking that takes full advantage of this community's proximity to the water.

The Isle of Palms is a well-loved destination for Charleston residents in need of a weekend escape, and newcomers are quickly discovering this region as well for its exceptional beaches, laid back atmosphere, and miles of uncluttered shorelines. With ample accommodations to cater to a week-long family vacation or a romantic retreat for two, the Isle of Palms is a perfect respite for anyone who wants to explore the famed South Carolina coastline without the crowds, and enjoy a relaxing time that revolves around golf, beachcombing, and salty sea breezes.

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