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About Pawleys Island
Pawleys Island, South Carolina, located 70 miles north of Charleston and 25 miles south of Myrtle Beach, is known as one of the oldest summer resorts on the East Coast.
The families of rice planters who owned plantations on the nearby rivers first settled Pawleys Island in the early 1700's. The planters knew that it was unhealthy for their families to remain on the rivers during the summer and that the seashore was much healthier. Even though they didn't know about malaria in the 1700's, they knew enough to get away! They moved their families, horses, cows, bedding, provisions and furniture to Pawleys in May of each year, where they remained until the first frost in November!
From this leisurely existence has developed the charm of Pawleys that still remains. Also still remaining are 12 residences in the historic district, which date from the late 1700's to the mid 1800's. Pawleys continues to be known for its shoeless, carefree, laid-back life style, which includes crabbing in the adjacent creeks, fishing, the stories of ghosts, the rope hammocks and the unspoiled, unsophisticated, casual, delightful stretch of wide beach and sand dunes.
The Civil War and several major hurricanes have changed the face of the island but it still retains the nickname "arrogantly shabby." Pawleys is an island of simple virtues and lack of pretense.
In the historic district you will see a number of signs with a brief history of the antebellum homes. Often is heard the quote "we like the kind of people who like Pawleys" and among these people is a special feeling of treasure shared.
Pawleys Island is a barrier island less than 4 miles long and mostly 1 house wide, separated from the mainland by a beautiful salt marsh and accessible by two short causeways. Generations of visitors have returned with the feeling that "their blood pressure goes down when they cross the causeway."
Buying a New Pawleys Island Home?
Buying a Pawleys Island home can be a daunting task. Before setting out on your house hunting journey, you should
know what you really want to find. Take some time to list all the features that are most important to you and your
family. Here are a few ideas to consider in looking for a Pawleys Island home to purchase:
- Location – Pawleys Island has a good number of wonderful areas to choose from. Also think about your proximity
to quality schools, medical facilities, and shopping markets.
- Size – Do you need a certain number of bedrooms or bathrooms? Don’t forget about closet space
- Parking – Is a covered garage important to you?
- Style – 2-story house or ranch style home? New or older home?
- Air Conditioning & Heating – central heating and/or air conditioning can be a savior in Pawleys Island.
As you browse homes on , keep these ideas in mind. Your list may change over time as you do more looking.
You may want to add or remove features, or perhaps you'll become willing to make compromises to find the Pawleys Island home
that is the best fit for your family. With hundreds of beautiful Pawleys Island homes to choose from, you’ll surely find the
one for you. Get started now.
Selling your Pawleys Island Home?
Selling your Pawleys Island home through EXIT Realty Elite is the right decision. Our agents are here to guide you
through a potentially complicated process. You deserve top-dollar for your property and EXIT Realty Elite is committed to marketing
and selling your home. All of our agents are certified REALTORs® and they are determined to give you peace of mind
throughout the home selling process. With years of experience in the Pawleys Island home market, our team has the secret recipe
for attracting the right kind of home buyers at just the right time. Choosing EXIT Realty Elite is a wise decision. Learn a bit
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Apply for a Home Loan to purchase your Pawleys Island home?
The Pawleys Island home market is highly active at this time. Interest rates continue to hover near record lows and it’s never
been easier to finance your Pawleys Island home purchase —whether it’s your first home purchase, a vacation property, or a retirement
townhouse. Find out how much house you can afford, learn about settlement and closing costs, and access the most current
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