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IOP w/ Private POOL, RENOVATED, Walk to ...

Centrally located on the spectacular Isle of Palms just outside of historic Charleston, this handsome 5-bedroom home on 22nd Avenue is the ideal place to appreciate a family beach vacation! Renovated in 2021, this home provides a modern, upgraded...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 12
Spacious 4-Bedroom Beach House with Pool...

30 Beachwood East – No More Cloudy DaysLocation: Isle of Palms, SC, USAOverview:Welcome to 30 Beachwood East, a comfortable 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home located just steps from the ocean in Wild Dunes on Isle of Palms. With ocean vistas, a huge...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
Great Beach Condo in Quiet Section of Wi...

Dreaming of a Relaxing Getaway? Check Out This Isle of Palms Condo!Property Highlights- Inside the peaceful Wild Dunes Resort- Saltwater Pool and Spa (Open 4/1-10/31, weather permittiing)- Ground Level End Unit- Community Grille, Outdoor Seating...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Links Clubhouse 10 by Wild Dunes

Links Clubhouse 10 by Wild Dunes3 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6 | Resort View________________________________________Just a 6 min. walk from the pristine beach and the impressive Links Golf Course, this 1650 Sq. Ft. elegantly appointed getaway...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
Port O'Call E 204 -  Great Ocean Views

Great Vistas of Ocean and Swimming Pool!Port O'Telephone E204 has an Ocean front swimming pool; just steps from the handsome sea.The World acclaimed Wild Dunes has two championship 18 hole golf courses, multiple practice facilities. The Links Course...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Cute Family Beach Home in Wild Dunes Res...

A calming and peaceful vacation experience is all yours if you visit the handsome Isle of Palms. With a long stretch of coastline, amazing ocean, and tons of fun attractions, you can savor the experience to the fullest. A striking destination...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8

Isle of Palms Tours & Activities

Shuck & Savor: A Low Country Oyster Experience

meeting_point: The Bar at Oystercatcher description: Embarking on a journey to explore the making of the perfect oyster is a fascinating endeavor. Oysters hold a special place in culinary history, especially in low-country cuisine. Let's dive into...

Beaufort Lands End Paddling

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$40.00 - $60.00

duration: 1.5-2 hours meeting_point: Russ Point Landing description: Paddle through paradise on an unforgettable adventure where natural beauty and hidden treasures await. Launching from scenic Hunting Island, this guided tour takes you on the open...

Nearshore/Offshore

Tight Line Charters LLC

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$1,800.00 - $2,200.00

duration: 6-8 Hour Options meeting_point: Shem Creek Park group_size: Up to 2 people covered in base price, can accommodate 6 people max description: Nearshore fishing charters off the Charleston coast are designed for both seasoned anglers and...

Merchandise

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$25.00 - $40.00

Private Charter - Kenner

Barrier Island Eco Tours

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$200.00 - $800.00

duration: 1-6 Hours pricing: **One Hour Charter:** $200 **Two Hour Charter:** $400 **Three Hour Charter:** $600 **Four Hour Charter:** $800 **Five Hour Charter:** $1000 **Six Hour Charter:** $1200 *Low country boil or hamburger/hotdogs are...

VIP NYE Soiree & Gala

Wild Dunes Resort

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$175.00 - $1,500.00

meeting_point: Osprey Ballroom & Terrace description: **Time** 8:00 PM - 1:00 AM **Location** Osprey Ballroom and Terrace at The Sweetgrass Inn ______ Rates **VIP couches - $900** Includes: 4 tickets, front row couch at the dancefloor, coffee...

Advanced Diver

description: Let's Adventure! Duration Typically at least 2 Days About This course can truly signify you as an Advanced Diver. This program includes completion of 4 specialties (most people choose Computer Nitrox, Deep, Navigation and Night...

Under the Sea Workshop

Wild Dunes Resort

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$25.00

meeting_point: Sweetgrass Inn Pool description: Work with the best of our beach treasures in this hour-long workshop! Dive in and make a various of ocean - inspired creations. Create your own under the sea masterpiece with the help of our talented...

Three Hour Tour

Captain Dan's Water Tours

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$450.00 - $625.00

description: Private, Personalized Tours Just For You and Your Group! _______________________________ Rates - **Crew of 1-6 People:** $475 *All Ages Welcome* Duration 3 Hours About Your vacation plans to Charleston just got more...

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...

Coastal Colors Workshop

Wild Dunes Resort

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$25.00 - $35.00

meeting_point: Sweetgrass Inn Pool description: Choose from a selection of tie-dye techniques during this hour - long drop in session. Please arrive at any time within the hour to craft your creation(s). Enjoy access to an array of colors and...

Emily Segalla Pickleball Group

Wild Dunes Resort

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$450.00

meeting_point: Wild Dunes Tennis & Pickleball Center description: About Private pickleball group organized for Emily Segalla by Wild Dunes pickleball pros. Mimosas, seltzers, and snacks will be served out at the courts. Paddles will also be...

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.

Isle of Palms SC

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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