Posts Tagged ‘Vacationing’
Area History, Area Lifestyle, Vacationing
 Vacation home owners on the Grand Strand are uniquely positioned to enjoy a variety of coastal living. Just a few miles south of the Garden City/Surfside Beach communities is Murrells Inlet. This historic area of the Carolina coast has attracted visitors from around the world for centuries, and continues to thrive as a Lowcountry niche community. Though tourism is its main industry today, Murrells Inlet’s past is checkered with the exploits of pirates, plantations, explorers & adventurers.
Spanish sailors were the first to rediscover the inlet that had been home to several Native American tribes. These 16th century pioneers made their way down the East coast of the continent, all the way to the Bahamian islands. Yet something attracted them to what would become the Murrells Inlet area, and many would follow. Later, pirates loved the area for the clandestine salt marshes, where they hid & waited to plunder exporting ships on their way to England. These ships carried cotton, dyes and especially rice, the main cash crop of the Lowcountry.
Rice plantations were the dominant sources of commerce in the area; the owners’ wealth far surpassed that of the famed cotton barons of the American Southeast. This era brought many to the area, and even after the Civil War (and the beginning decline of the rice plantations) visitors flocked to the inlet because of its beauty and seclusion. A train to Georgetown would lead folks to a steamboat at Wachesaw. Then a buggy ride to a rustic getaway began a legacy of rich memories that continue today as people keep coming back to the Lowcountry.
These days, visitors to Murrells Inlet come for the local culture, an authentic Southern experience. The tourism industry, which is steeped in coastal fishing expeditions, thrives today. Fantastic views of the inlet & marshes can be seen from the many great restaurants that dot Hwy 17, and state parks & sculpture gardens are just a few more miles south of the famous eateries. Check out our previous post on Brookgreen Gardens & Huntington Beach State Park for more info on these great getaway spots!
Murrells Inlet is also known for its unique vacation homes, and Beach Realty is proud to offer some fantastic properties in the area. Visit our featured properties page to see some of these great vacation properties. There are so many reasons families choose this special part of the Lowcountry for their South Carolina vacations. Be sure to check back with us for more featured blog posts on our favorite spots to relax, fish, eat & have fun in the beautiful Murrells Inlet community.
Tags: Brookgreen Gardens, Fishing, Huntington Beach, Murrells Inlet, Vacation Home, Vacationing
Area Lifestyle, Vacationing
Thousands of families visit the Carolina coast each year, each family cherishing their own favorite feature of our beautiful state. We’ve got the best shopping, dining, surfing, fishing, amusement parks & countless other ways to play. It’s no wonder these same families make the return trip year after year. We’d like to share with you two of our favorite places to play & relax: Brookgreen Gardens, and Huntington Beach State Park. These natural beauties have indulged families for years who want a little nature, a little art and a whole lot of fun!
 BROOKGREEN GARDENS
Just 15 minutes south of Garden City, this 9,200 acre preserve is the only accredited zoo on the Carolina coast. Founded in 1931 by Archer & Anne Hyatt Huntington, the gardens boast the spectrum of diverse flora & fauna found in the Carolinas. Also contained on the lush grounds are scores of sculptures ~ some as small as a few inches, while others top over 20 feet in height! $12 will get you an adult pass that is good for a full week (children 5 & under are free), and yearly memberships are only $60!
Brookgreen Gardens is more than a beautiful place to relax & enjoy nature; this multi-purpose venue hosts many events throughout the year, including this month’s Sculpture Exhibition (The Wild West in Historic & Contemporary Art) and participation in The Pawleys Island Festival of Music & Art. The events change with the seasons, and all are suitable for all ages. Visit Brookgreen Gardens online to see a full calendar of events, and find out how you can treat your family to the best of the Carolina coast’s natural beauty.
 HUNTINGTON BEACH STATE PARK
Located just a few miles from Brookgreen Gardens, this majestic 2,500 acre park has long been a favorite destination for families & nature enthusiasts alike. A variety of landscapes ~ salted marshes, freshwater lagoons & 3 miles of dune-protected beaches ~ can be found at Huntington Beach State Park. Over 100 dedicated camping spots (many with running water & some with electricity) are available for overnight stays, and you may want to do just that!
Visitors to the park have the opportunity to explore Atalaya, a spanish-style castle that was once winter home to the sculptor Anne Hyatt Huntington. Tours of the castle run year ’round, as do guided trips through the park itself. Boating, fishing & birding are popular ways to enjoy the area ~ in fact, the park boasts over 300 species of birds, and has long been an east coast destination for amateur ornithologists. September 25th-27th is the 35th annual Atalaya Arts & Crafts Festival, which draws crowds each year for food, fun & art at the beautiful moorish castle grounds. What better way to enjoy an afternoon (or weekend) with the family?
These are just two examples of what our community has to offer by way of natural beauty. Part of what makes the Grand Strand, well, ”Grand” is the care we’ve taken to preserve the area we inhabit. So after you’ve exhausted our amusement parks, fabulous restaurants, outstanding shopping outlets & all the rest we have to offer, make sure to visit these natural getaways and give your family the true Carolina Coast experience!
Tags: Arts, Atalaya, Brookgreen Gardens, Huntington Beach, Murrells Inlet, Pawleys Island, Vacationing
Interval Ownership, Local Real Estate
 It’s well-established that American families are the hardest working in the world. We put in more hours-per-week than anyone else, often forfeiting weekends & holidays to meet our demanding deadlines & quotas. When we are afforded a little precious time off, it is so important to us that we are able to spend it in comfort with our loved ones. A vacation should be an escape from the mundane, a temporary upgrade to first-class, a license granted to live life on our own terms.
Beach Realty is here to help you & your family do all of that, in style. With Interval Ownership, you can own a fee-simple, deeded title to a share of a luxury vacation home, for less than it would cost to rent that same luxury home for two weeks. Because this is an actual investment in real property (and not a Timeshare), your rights to your share can be treated as such. This means you are able to rent the property when not in use, use it as collateral, sell it or even will it to future generations. Your share entitles you to 4 exclusive weeks of use, rotated annually throughout the four seasons.
If you’re curious as to what kind of luxury we’re offering, take a peek at these properties. These homes are fully-furnished and ready for you to walk in & enjoy. The home, as well as the property itself, is maintained by our company. This includes all repairs, general maintenance & grounds upkeep. Of course we are happy to help facilitate the rental of your share(s) should you choose to do so. This is an opportunity to own a piece of a significant asset, one that can provide cash flow as well as gain equity. It becomes clear why this option is so much more attractive than Timeshare.
Interval Ownership is the way to give your family the vacation they deserve, and Beach Realty is eager to help you finance this option. Our family thrives on helping others live their dream on the beach, and we pride ourselves on delivering concierge service to give folks a taste of luxury on their vacation. Find out more about this incredible opportunity to own a piece of the beach, and start making memories to last a lifetime ~ contact us today.
Tags: Beach House, Beach Realty Properties, Garden City, Interval Ownership, Vacation Home, Vacationing
Beach Realty Services, Vacationing
 You’ve been waiting all year to make that trip to the beach with your family. The car got packed, lists were made & checked off, oil changed, tire pressure checked and you’re ready to go. It’s a ritual we all know intimately. The anticipation upon arriving, catching that first glimpse of the ocean, the sand, is a memory so many of us share. And yet, though we do our planning, map our routes & make reservations well ahead of time, it almost always seems that we forget a thing or two. What were we gonna do for dinner our first night? Is that burger place open late? We just got here and wow, I don’t feel like grocery shopping! Sound familiar?
Vacation should be a relief from the days & night filled with decision-making, poring over choices, trying to please everyone. Beach Realty understands this, and our pledge to you & your family is this: we’ll do our best to make sure that when you arrive, all you have to do is relax & begin to enjoy the vacation you’ve worked all year earning. How will we do this? By taking care of those little extras that make a big difference.
Imagine pulling up to the beach house, opening the door and being greeted by the familiar scent of a chicken dinner warming in the oven, fixings, soda & beer waiting in the fridge. A simple trip to the store for us means a happy family, fed & rested, for you. Getting your vacation started right is just one of the ways the Beach Realty family makes the difference.
We can help you plan a successful trip by connecting you to the best & most reputable local businesses; sailing, fishing, live entertainment & dining are a few of our area’s rich attractions. Whether it’s finding a great round of golf, that perfect local eatery or a water park for the kids, Beach Realty is here to help make it happen. Benefit from our decades of living & doing business on the Grand Strand. It’s what keeps our business growing each year, and we’re honored to extend our hospitality to you & your family.
Tags: Concierge Service, Vacation Home Rentals, Vacationing
Area Lifestyle, Local Real Estate, Vacationing
 Millions visit the Grand Strand each year, securing it as one of the most attractive places to vacation on the East coast. The Garden City & Surfside Beach areas have been among the most frequented. We see families return each year, eager to enjoy the sun, fun & laid-back lifestyle so prominent here. But what makes this area so special?
Some say location is everything, and we’re proud to say that Beach Realty properties can be found just minutes from award-winning golf courses, sunny beaches & great restaurants. A few miles north, you & your family can enjoy all the attractions of Myrtle Beach: great shopping, amusement parks, mini-golf for the kids & plenty of nightlife for mom & dad. Travel just a few miles south and find classic Lowcountry culture in Murrells Inlet. Beautiful inlet vistas, state parks, fishing charters & Southern hospitality at its finest. And you’re right in the middle of it all…
Beach Realty is a family business, and our commitment is to help make your family’s next vacation the best one yet. We love to share the benefits of our wonderful community with our many visitors each year. We are a company of locals who have lived & done business in this area for decades. When you purchase real estate with Beach Realty, you gain access to the relationships we’ve spent years developing.
Take a moment to explore our website ~ we’ve taken great care to make navigation easy. You are just a few clicks away from scores of fantastic properties, all located near all of the best destinations on the beach. It’s easy to see why families keep coming back to this area ~ we look forward to showing you why we love it so much, and can’t wait to help you & your family make some new memories on the Grand Strand.
Tags: Beach Realty Properties, Dining, Entertainment, Fishing, Garden City, Golf, Myrtle Beach, Shopping, Surfside Beach, Vacationing
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