Contact information:
Valerie Byrn-Oren [email protected]
Francine Lehman [email protected] 636-485-7722
Beaches & Nearby Towns (easy, mostly free)
- Murrells Inlet — scenic marsh, restaurants on the waterfront. (Free)
- Pawleys Island — historic, laid-back beach village. (Free)
- Myrtle Beach & Huntington Beach — same-day beach pass available; cash entry fee per person at some park areas.
Historic & Garden Stops
- MB SkyWheel — high views over the boardwalk (wheel ticket applies).
- Brookgreen Gardens — botanical gardens & sculpture park. (Approx $25)
- Huntington Beach — Atalaya Castle — historic tour (cash fee per person).
(Georgetown area & plantations)
- Hobcaw Barony — guided tours available. (Tour fee ~ $40) hobcawbarony.org
- Georgetown County — scenic drive / walking tour (free).
- Kaminski House Museum — in Georgetown. (Tour fee ~ $12) kaminskihouse.org
- Morgan Park — short walk to river beach area (great photo spot).
- Hopsewee Plantation — house & grounds tours. (Tour fee ~ $17) hopsewee.com
- Hampton Plantation State Historic Site — guided tours. (Tour fee ~ $10) southcarolinaparks.com/hampton
- Mansfield Plantation — visit info & tours (check site for hours). mansfieldplantation.com
Food near the plantations
River Oak Cottage Teahouse — located at Hopsewee Plantation (great for a quiet lunch/tea).
Wildlife & Outdoor Parks
- Shallotte River Swamp Park — seasonal / weekends; good for wildlife walks. shallotteriverswamppark.com
Kayaking & Water Adventures
Call ahead for appointments — many local outfitters require reservations.
Crafting & Local Makers
- SC Beach Beads — jewelry making classes.
- Harry the Potter — pottery / ceramics classes.
- Drifters Wood — driftwood art & pieces.
- Knit-N-Purl — yarn, classes, local crafting events.
Bicycle & E-Bike Rentals
Recommend e-bikes with free delivery when available.
- Boardwalk Bikes MB — e-bike + free delivery option.
- Beach Bike Shop — e-bike pick up.
- Myrtle Beach Bicycles — in-shop pick up.
Flea Markets & Shopping
- Everything Under the Sun Flea Market — (two locations).
- Hudson’s Surfside Flea Market
Tip: For tours & plantations, check seasonal hours and whether they require advance reservations. For busy weekends, book e-bikes or kayak trips ahead — they sell out.