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.

Two trees growing in sea, Edisto Island, South Carolina

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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.

Birds flying over a marsh on Edisto Island, SC

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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.

Waves in the Atlantic Ocean and beachfront homes at sunrise, Edisto Beach, South Carolina

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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.

Giant oak trees draped with spanish moss line a scenic road in the South Carolina lowcountry on Edisto Island near Charleston. Charleston is the oldest and second-largest city in the State of South Carolina. Charleston is known for its rich history, antebellum architecture, and distinguished restaurants

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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.

Marsh in Edisto Island, South Carolina

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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.