Heres everything you better know about visiting Edisto Island.
Edisto Island is a place where time has moved and is moving very slowly.
The residents are friendly, caring, and accepting to all.
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Creek Cottage
This is the jot down of rental you book to truly unplug.
Thetwo-bedroom cottageis outfitted with a front porch facing the tidal creek, and guests can access a shared dock.
The property is ideal for larger parties, as it can sleep up to 10 people.
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Best Things to Do on Edisto Island
Spend a day at Edisto Beach.
On the southern end of the island, youll findEdisto Beachand its 4.5 miles of peaceful coastline.
To reach the beach, visitors need to pay the $8 entrance fee to enter the state park.
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Dive into the islands history at the Edisto Island Museum and the Hutchinson House.
Another way to learn about Edisto Islands past is to visit the Hutchinson House.
The Hutchinson House is the oldest home of a former slave on the island, says Daise.
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The house is currently being restored by the Edisto Island Open Landtrust (EIOLT).
Head to Botany Bay, the island’s nature reserve.
Bring the whole family to the Edisto Island Serpentarium.
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The Serpentarium is great for kids and adults who like snakes, gators, etc.
They do a really great job, especially with their presentations on snakes.
They do one on gators, too, along with [daily] feedings, says Smith.
Explore the island by hiking, biking, or taking a guided boat tour.
They use local fresh seafood and produce as a staple at the restaurant, says Daise.
Burgers, fried mahi-mahi bites, fried dill pickle chips, and oysters are all on deck.
Whaleys also hosts karaoke on Monday nights as well as live entertainment throughout the year.
Try it in a Lowcountry Boil if you want to eat like the locals.
Travelers should, however, be aware of hurricane season.
How to Get Around
We call it EdisSLOW for a reason.
While you cant bring your own golf cart, you might rent one fromIsland Bikes and OutfittersorInfinity Cart Rentals.
c’mon check out our website for sometips on local golf cart etiquetteif you do, she adds.