While Myrtle Beach real estate known as the Grand Strand stretches for nearly 60 miles from the North carolina border south to Georgetown and is commonly referred to as "South Strand from Myrtle Beach to Georgetown, each area of the beach has developed its own personality, and the communities lying south of Myrtle Beach are no exception. Though all are vibrant with activity, life is more relaxed and laid amist "South Strand real estate".

Surfside Beach and Garden City are just minutes from Myrtle beach proper and were developed in the 1940's and 50's as "family beaches" and getaways lined with single family cottages. Though change has come in the 60-plus years since, the two still remain primarily family destinations, offering a taste of the way things used to be, with amusement parks, hot dog emporiums, arcades and fishing piers.

Beyond Garden City Beach is Murrells Inlet, a picturesque fishing village that proudly claims the title of "Seafood Capitol of South Carolina." Here you can take ain the spectacular view of the marshes and inlet while enjoying a meal of freshly caught seafood, sometimes within view of your table. After dinner, stroll along the newly renovated Waterfront Riverwalk, allowing you unparalleled access to the inlet's beauty.

Rich in history as well, Murrells Inlet marks the northernmost end of the waccamaw Neck, a narrow spit of land between the Waccamaw River and the Atlantic Ocean. The Waccamaw Neck was home to the antebellum rice plantations that once produced half the rice grown in the world.

Heading south, Brookgreen Gardens and Huntington State Park are musts to visit. The pristine beach and marshes at Huntington allow a look back at how the coast must have looked back in the old pirate days. Rolling sand dunes covered with sea oats and other vegatation flank one of the widest and most beautiful beaches along the Strand. It's a beautiful place to view native wildlife, such as alligators and dozens of species of birds and a super shell hunting spot. Huntington Beach still exists in this near-natural stae thanks to Archer ans Anna Huntington, their winter home is centerpiece of the park called "Atalaya."

Just across the highway lies Brookgreen Gardens founded by the Huntingtons as well. Well known as the worlds largest outdoor collection of American Figurative Sculpture, set among more than 2000 species of native and nonnative plants. With natural wildlife, historical and cultural exhibits, and tours and excursions, Brookgreen is worthy of several days' to capture the full beauty.

Litchfield Beach's natural beauty has been enhanced by careful development and landscaping and is the perfect alternative for those seeking a quiet getaway. Also home to the 5th oldest golf course on the Grand Strand, Litchfield Country Club, as well as Willbrook Plantation, Tradition Club, Reserves at Litchfield and the River Club.

With name recognition built primarily on rope hammocks, Pawleys Island has much more to offer than a gentle swing in the breeze. This little barrier island, once the summer home for area rice planters, wers the phrase "Arrogantly Shabby" like a badge of honor. Serveral homes and inns date back to the early 180

Much of the South Strand real estate can be found on the many spectacular golf courses along the way, Wachesaw Plantation Country Club, True Blue, Heritage Plantation, Tournament Players Course, International Club, Blackmoor, Caledonia and the newly built Founders Club to name a just a few.

South Strand Real Estate

South Strand real estate opportunities are abundant and offer the same variations as Myrtle Beach real estate as well as many homes located on the waterway just minutes from the beach. Condos can be found from oceanfront to beautiful hidden away golf courses.

Take the time to Discover South Strand real estate, you certainly won't regret it!

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