Pawleys Island, SC, has, for generations, been a refuge for vacationers in search of relaxation, natural beauty and an escape from life’s frantic pace. In 2024 and 2025, Pawleys Island was named the “Best Beach in South Carolina!” Discover why.
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On a remote island, a family of storytellers preserves local lore and neighborly traditions, beginning with one iconic thoroughfare.
From the expanses of needlerush at Cedar Island to the lush spartina feathering the shores of Bodie and Roanoke islands, our salt marshes are the threshold to a watery world — the heartbeat of our coastal ecosystem.
From remote beaches to sunsets that dazzle before they sink into the sound, here’s where to splash, dine, and cast a line in this Outer Banks town.
Amid planning seafood spreads for friends and family, our recipe developer finds isolation and inspiration Down East.
