Why Hilton Head?

Where can you go and find 12 miles of beautiful pristine beaches, two dozen plus championship golf courses, hundreds of tennis courts, a vibrant arts scene, and over 250 different fine dining opportunities? Hilton Head truly has something for everyone and every taste.

Not Your Typical Beach Locale

Don’t expect to find the typical run-down carnival rides. Missing are the Ferris wheels, roller coasters and other assorted broken-down amusement park rides that liter the coastline. What you will find is abundant natural beauty, a vibrant arts community, world-class recreational opportunities (boating-water sports-golf-tennis), annual festivals and the finest boating destination found anywhere.

Refined Hilton Head

What oceanfront community offers such a broad offering of entertainment options? From outstanding performing arts from its own Hilton Head Orchestra as well as the world-class Arts Center of Coastal Carolina to frequent plays performed by the touring Broadway-caliber performances of music, theater, and dance – Hilton Head has a vibrant performing arts community. Hilton Head is boast outstanding artists, with two local art leagues and numerous galleries filled with outstanding pieces for the art connoisseur in you.

The Taste of Hilton Head Island!

If you have an appetite for good eats and fine wine, Hilton Head Island host numerous annual festivals including the FoodFest in September, and the East Coast’s largest outdoor wine tasting gala called WineFest. Of course, everyday “foodies” will feel they have arrived at Food Heaven with over 250 different establishments offering selections from surf and turf to vegetarian delights.

No Rainy Day Blues

Rainy day options include Hilton Head’s Coastal Discovery Museum. This hands-on museum is another fun way to become familiar with Hilton Head’s unique natural environment. Be sure to take in a variety of tours, displays, and interactive programs offer at the museum. Of course, it goes without saying, be sure to make time for the wide range of shopping opportunities available on Hilton Head. From causal clothing retailers to the latest trends in designer apparel are offered in the shoppes and boutiques on Hilton Head.

Be Natural

One of the primary reasons so many come to Hilton Head Island is the obvious natural appeal found here. From popular daytime excursions at the local historic forts and plantations to the beautiful 4,000-acre Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge, you’re sure to find natures' finest flora and fauna for those special Kodak moments. Another popular pastime includes exploring local Gullah culture and enjoyable walking tours of the historic district of Bluffton.

Get Onboard

Few nautical destinations rank higher than that of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Offering mild to subtropical year round temperatures, Hilton Head is one of the most unique boating locations with its combination of natural beauty and accessibility via the Intercoastal Waterway. Offering generous amenities like laundry rooms, shower facilities and storage, boaters enjoy ample public marinas around the island. Offering an assortment of charter opportunities, one can find virtually any type of boat for charter including excursion tours, dolphin-watching tours, fishing charters, dinner cruises, and day-trips to Savannah, Georgia. Add a wide variety of pastimes for visitors and local residents to enjoy, and you quickly see why so many purchase a vacation home or primary residence here to create lifelong memories.

From a leisurely swim in the warm Atlantic Ocean, to the finest facilities for tennis anywhere on the East Coast or maybe a classic meal of deep-fried seafood, Hilton Head Island is a memorable destination and the ultimate place to call home.

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