7 Reasons to Live on Isle of Palms
Nestle between the Inter-coastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean, Isle of Palms, SC is a favorite among sun-and fun seekers. Families and many retirees call this seven-mile strip of white sand beach home with good reason. Isle of Palms features a beautiful beach, championship golf & tennis, a marina, and endless recreational opportunities both on and off the water. You can be active playing golf and tennis to relaxing in your beach chair with a drink in hand. This serene beach town has something for everyone!
1. Beaches
On this picturesque beach, you can lounge, dolphin watch, walk, run, surf, kite surf or Paddle board. Beach goers savor the calm waters and clean beach. During the summer months, there is a county park right at the beach with lifeguards, beach chair and umbrella rentals, restroom facilities, picnic area with grills, vending machines and snack bars and public parking lot for a fee.
2. Boating and fishing
On the opposite side of the beach is the Intracoastal Waterway, great for different types of boats, jet skiing, fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. The waterway leads to some remote barrier islands such as Dewees and Capers Island. A fantastic way to end the day is a sunset cruise on this jewel of the Isle.
Kayak and paddle board to explore the natural splendor and marsh wetlands of Isle of Palms.
3. Small Commercial Center with Beachfront Bars & Restaurants
You don’t need to even leave the island too experience Isle of Palms’ array of delectable restaurants varying from casual to fine dining. Savor scrumptious seafood and local dishes and cocktails at the beachfront restaurants and bars while enjoying live music.
Isle of Palm is also right next to Mt. Pleasant and very close to downtown Charleston allowing you to experience even more restaurants, bars and shopping too.
4. Proximity to Downtown Charleston
Although you might feel far removed from the rest of the world, the Isle of Palms is just an easy 12-mile drive from downtown Charleston. Eat up at the south’s best restaurant and make friends at the bars. After spending the day or a date night in downtown Charleston, you can return back to this laid-back island time in no time at all.
5. Wild Dunes Resort and gated community
On the north end of the island is Wild Dunes Resort and gated community. It has many vacation homes along with some full-time residents enjoying ocean living at its finest. Wild Dunes provides award-winning golf courses and tennis among other amenities.
6. Great Investment properties
Isle of Palms is also home to many investment properties. Savvy investors earn passive income with their short-term rentals. They know the draw of the beach to many visitors and invest in properties on the island. I work with investors to find investment properties that earn great ROI. Some people buy vacation properties on Isle of Palm for their use. They rent out their vacation property or a portion of it to visitors to offset their cost.
7. High rated public schools
Families will be happy to hear that according to Niche and Areavibes, Isle of Palms public schools earn A grades.
Living on Isle of Palms, SC, you feel at peace in this easy going, relaxed environment. It’s a great place to make your full-time home, vacation home or real estate investment.
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