The Secret Sweet Spots
City/town information
Since the first visitors set foot on our captivating coastline
in 1514, the Lowcountry has had a uniquely transformative effect. Maybe it’s something in the magnetic pull of the tide, the sun-warmed salt air or jasmine-filled gardens. A slower, sweeter pace where moss-draped live oaks dance with the breeze and Antebellum mansions look out over historic streets. Where Gullah descendants weave artwork from sweetgrass as fishing boats dot a glimmering harbor and evening brings a spectacular watercolor sunset.
Come discover for yourself why Southern Living named Beaufort “The South’s Best Small Town,” or why Garden & Gun calls us a “Southern Dream Town.” Come find your inner coastal.
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Beaufort
Since the first visitors set foot on our captivating coastline
in 1514, the Lowcountry has had a uniquely transformative effect. Maybe it’s something in the magnetic pull of the tide, the sun-warmed salt air or jasmine-filled gardens. A slower, sweeter pace where moss-draped live oaks dance with the breeze and Antebellum mansions look out over historic streets. Where Gullah descendants weave artwork from sweetgrass as fishing boats dot a glimmering harbor and evening brings a spectacular watercolor sunset.
Come discover for yourself why Southern Living named Beaufort “The South’s Best Small Town,” or why Garden & Gun calls us a “Southern Dream Town.” Come find your inner coastal.
Food scene
This link provides a great overview of the restaurants downtown: https://explorebeaufortsc.com/dining-downtown-beaufort/
You really can't go wrong with the restaurants downtown. It depends on what you're hungry for, and whether or not you want to make a reservation. For any restaurant you're interested in, I highly recommend checking to see if they take reservations. Most nights you can get into any restaurant if you're willing to sit at the bar.
Several restaurants offer live music, especially on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights.
Stroll the waterfront while you wait for your table, or grab a drink at one place before venturing on to another.
There are also lots of galleries and shops on Bay Street, Port Republic, and the side streets between Bay St and Craven St.
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Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
Bay StreetThis link provides a great overview of the restaurants downtown: https://explorebeaufortsc.com/dining-downtown-beaufort/
You really can't go wrong with the restaurants downtown. It depends on what you're hungry for, and whether or not you want to make a reservation. For any restaurant you're interested in, I highly recommend checking to see if they take reservations. Most nights you can get into any restaurant if you're willing to sit at the bar.
Several restaurants offer live music, especially on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights.
Stroll the waterfront while you wait for your table, or grab a drink at one place before venturing on to another.
There are also lots of galleries and shops on Bay Street, Port Republic, and the side streets between Bay St and Craven St.
Local Businesses
Unique indépendant bookstore in the heart of Downtown Beaufort (Port Republic Street). Browse new and gently used books - from every genre and category you can imagine. Rare and hard to find - you will find your special books here. Nevermore also carries a wide variety of vinyl, and children's books. Check in with the store for book signings and other special events. Truly a Beaufort one-of-a-kind gem.
NeverMore Books
910 Port Republic StUnique indépendant bookstore in the heart of Downtown Beaufort (Port Republic Street). Browse new and gently used books - from every genre and category you can imagine. Rare and hard to find - you will find your special books here. Nevermore also carries a wide variety of vinyl, and children's books. Check in with the store for book signings and other special events. Truly a Beaufort one-of-a-kind gem.
If you love chocolate, make it a priority to go to the Chocolate Tree. Made in house, award winning, and utterly delicious. Local favorite, tourist favorite, everyone favorite. Get some to take home - you won't be satisfied with just one taste.
507 Carteret St (walking distance from the unit)
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The Chocolate Tree
507 Carteret StIf you love chocolate, make it a priority to go to the Chocolate Tree. Made in house, award winning, and utterly delicious. Local favorite, tourist favorite, everyone favorite. Get some to take home - you won't be satisfied with just one taste.
507 Carteret St (walking distance from the unit)
Quirky gifts and cards. Come visit us in person and be sure to ask for a complimentary Tootsie Roll Pop!
917 Bay St, Suite E
Beaufort, SC
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LuLu Burgess
917 Bay StQuirky gifts and cards. Come visit us in person and be sure to ask for a complimentary Tootsie Roll Pop!
917 Bay St, Suite E
Beaufort, SC
Features local artists and jewelry. Great shop for one-of-a-kind items you will not find anywhere else to commemorate your visit to Beaufort.
Beaufort River Glass
812 Bay StFeatures local artists and jewelry. Great shop for one-of-a-kind items you will not find anywhere else to commemorate your visit to Beaufort.
Sightseeing
More than a local outfitters store, Higher Ground offers kayak and SUP rentals as well as kayak and SUP tours. Guides are local and knowledgeable, and tours are reasonable. Pick up some local gear while you're there.
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Higher Ground Outfitters
95 Factory Creek CtMore than a local outfitters store, Higher Ground offers kayak and SUP rentals as well as kayak and SUP tours. Guides are local and knowledgeable, and tours are reasonable. Pick up some local gear while you're there.
The Spanish Moss Trail is a developing rails-to-trail greenway located in Beaufort County, South Carolina that has become a "Must-Experience" outdoor activity for residents and visitors alike. The Trail is a 10 mile, 12-foot wide, paved path dedicated to those who walk, run, bike, or fish ‒ offering spectacular Lowcountry water and marsh vistas, coastal wildlife viewing, and historic points of interest as it meanders through Spanish moss-draped neighborhoods and beautiful wetlands.
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Spanish Moss Trail
Spanish Moss TrailThe Spanish Moss Trail is a developing rails-to-trail greenway located in Beaufort County, South Carolina that has become a "Must-Experience" outdoor activity for residents and visitors alike. The Trail is a 10 mile, 12-foot wide, paved path dedicated to those who walk, run, bike, or fish ‒ offering spectacular Lowcountry water and marsh vistas, coastal wildlife viewing, and historic points of interest as it meanders through Spanish moss-draped neighborhoods and beautiful wetlands.
Want to see alligators, river turtles, and birds? This is a highly rewarding stroll on a boardwalk suitable for kids and seniors. Lots of photo ops. Visit at sunset for a spectacular show of color and roosting birds. https://friendsofportroyalcypresswetlands.org
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Cypress Wetlands
1700 Paris AveWant to see alligators, river turtles, and birds? This is a highly rewarding stroll on a boardwalk suitable for kids and seniors. Lots of photo ops. Visit at sunset for a spectacular show of color and roosting birds. https://friendsofportroyalcypresswetlands.org
Beaches and Historic Sites
This a truly magical place. The south end has the lighthouse and expansive beaches, while the north end has the nature center, trail walk to the boneyard beach. Experience a one-of-a-kind barrier island beach - found only on the coast of South Carolina. You could easily spend several days here, exploring the park. Sunrise is spectacular. The park opens at 6am.
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Hunting Island State Park
2555 Sea Island ParkwayThis a truly magical place. The south end has the lighthouse and expansive beaches, while the north end has the nature center, trail walk to the boneyard beach. Experience a one-of-a-kind barrier island beach - found only on the coast of South Carolina. You could easily spend several days here, exploring the park. Sunrise is spectacular. The park opens at 6am.
A locals favorite. Just up the Ribault Rd in Port Royal, the Sands beach offers a quick sand and sun fix. Check the tides - during high tide the parking lot floods. Low to mid-tide is best. Just across the road from the Port Royal Beer Gardens.
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Sands Beach Road
Sands Beach RoadA locals favorite. Just up the Ribault Rd in Port Royal, the Sands beach offers a quick sand and sun fix. Check the tides - during high tide the parking lot floods. Low to mid-tide is best. Just across the road from the Port Royal Beer Gardens.