Enjoy the Beauty Around You from Murrells Inlet to Georgetown

You moved to an area filled with beautiful, natural surroundings and historical sites. To help you enjoy the beauty around you from Murrells Inlet to Georgetown, I created a list of a few places you should go see.

Brookgreen Gardens

Brookgreen Gardens is a 9,127 acre property located in Murrells Inlet and founded in 1931 by Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington. It is listed as a National Historic Landmark and also listed on the National Register of Historical Places. During your visit, take in the botanical gardens, the sculptures, the Lowcountry Zoo and learn about Lowcountry history. Each season, the exhibitions and special events change so check the website often. Nights of a Thousand Candles is a personal favorite!

Driving Directions to Brookgreen Gardens

Atalaya Castle

Atalaya Castle was originally built as the winter home of Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington in the 1930s. To help the local economy during the Depression years, the Huntingtons employed locals to build the home as well as maintain the house and gardens. Anna Hyatt Huntington also used the home as her studio were she sculpted bears, horses, dogs and other animals. During World War II, Atalaya Castle was used by the United States Air Corps as barracks. Now, Atalaya Castle is part of the Huntington Beach State Park and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In addition to tours and weddings, the Atalaya Arts and Crafts Festival is held annually.

Driving Directions to Atalaya Castle

📷 Photo Credit: Kara Stovall Photography – Kara is a local photographer if you need family pictures.

Huntington Beach State Park

Huntington Beach State Park is a 2500 acre state park located in Murrells Inlet across Hwy. 17 from Brookgreen Gardens. The state park features 3 miles of pristine beaches (head to the north beach and walk north to see the Garden City Beach Point and the jetties), surf fishing, walking trails and camping. In addition to some of the best bird watching in the state, you can also spot alligators, loggerhead turtle nests and other endangered plants and animals. You can also explore the Huntington Beach State Park Nature Center. You can pay per visit to access the Park or you can purchase an annual pass that will also allow you entry into all state parks in South Carolina.

Driving Directions to Huntington Beach State Park

Myrtle Beach State Park

The other state park in our area is Myrtle Beach State Park which opened in 1936 built by the Civilian Conservations Corps. The Park is located on the south end of Myrtle Beach near the Market Common. The highlight of the park is 1-mile of beautiful beach where you can fish from the fishing pier or surf fish. If you would like to stay overnight at the park, they have 278 camping sites and well as six cabins built by the CCC for rent. Other activities at the Myrtle Beach State Park include walking trails, playground equipment, bird watching and a nature center. You may also be able to see loggerhead turtle activity during sea turtle season. Horse back riding is allowed from the third Saturday in November to the last day of February. As with Huntington Beach State Park, you can purchase an annual pass or pay per visit.

Driving Directions to Myrtle Beach State Park

Oyster Landing

Oyster Landing is a dirt road located just north of the Huntington Beach State Park entrance in Murrells Inlet and is named for the oyster recycling area. Keep driving past the oyster recycling area and you will reach a small parking area at the inlet. The size of the parking area depends on the tide. Oyster Landing is a great place to drop in your kayak or paddleboard, launch a small fishing boat or fish from the shore.

Driving Directions to Oyster Landing

Hobcaw Barony

Hobcaw Barony is 16,000 acres of land that was formerly a working plantation but is now a research hub. The Hobcaw House and surrounding land is owned by the Belle W. Baruch Foundation, a private non-profit foundation. The Foundation preserves the cultural history and natural environment of Hobcaw Barony for research and education. Many notable guests stayed in the home including Winston Churchill and Franklin D. Roosevelt. Tours of the property include a two-hour bus tour, the North Inlet Boat Tour, Villages of Hobcaw Barony, several Hike Hobcaw tours, boat tour and more.

Driving Directions to Hobcaw Barony

City of Georgetown

The City of Georgetown is full of history. Georgetown, founded in 1729, is the third oldest city in South Carolina (Charleston and Beaufort are older). Indigo and rice grew well in Georgetown and helped grow the economy. Georgetown is also well known because of the battles and unconventional warfare between Francis Marion (aka The Swamp Fox) and the British Army during the Revolutionary War. Today, learn about Georgetown’s history by walking around the Georgetown Historic District (there are some beautiful homes!), taking a trolley tour of the city or enjoying one of the other tours. When it is time to eat, try one of the many great restaurants in Georgetown.

Driving Directions to Georgetown

I hope you have a few places from this list you would like to visit and you can enjoy the beauty around you from Murrells Inlet to Georgetown. There are many more! As you visit, let me know your favorites places and any places not on the list. I’ll share those with other clients.

See you around town!

PS…If you are up for a day trip or a short get-away for the weekend, drive south on Hwy. 17 to Charleston.

640 Brynfield Drive Myrtle Beach SC

640 Brynfield Drive Myrtle Beach SC Overview

Welcome to 640 Brynfield Drive Myrtle Beach, SC, a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home located in the Brynfield Park neighborhood. This home has a wonderful layout including an office/den, two-story living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen, kitchen and half bathroom downstairs while all bedrooms and the laundry room are upstairs.

Quick Facts

Built in 2005
2056 heated square feet
Updates include Pergo plank laminate flooring in living room, eat-in kitchen, dining room and foyer, newer water heater, HVAC, front and back door
Just over 6 miles to the beach in Surfside Beach
0.21 acres
Burgess Elementary School, Saint James Middle School, Saint James High School

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Description

Welcome to 640 Brynfield Drive, a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home located in the Brynfield Park neighborhood near Surfside Beach and Murrells Inlet. This home has a wonderful layout including an office/den, two-story living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen, kitchen and half bathroom downstairs while all bedrooms and the laundry room are upstairs. You will also notice architectural details including a decorative nook in the foyer and arched doorways. The Sellers updated the entrance with a front door featuring a transom window and two sidelights. Flooring in the dining room, living room and eat-in kitchen area has been updated to Pergo plank laminate flooring. Other downstairs updates include the vanity in the half bathroom and the French back door with blinds in the glass (2014). All toilets have been updated to high rise toilets. The HVAC (2015) and water heater (2019) are newer. The master bedroom is spacious and has room for a king-sized beach. The master bathroom includes a garden tub, walk-in shower, double vanity and large closet.

The backyard of the home is a wonderful place to relax or entertainment. The backyard is completed with a paver patio, fire pit overlooking the neighborhood pond and paver walkway leading to the personal garage door. The patio has plenty of room for a grill, porch swing, table and more.

Brynfield Park has low HOA fees and amenities including sidewalks, trash pickup, ponds throughout the neighborhood and a neighborhood park complete with a playground, gazebo, outdoor pool and hot tub. Brynfield Park is located between Hwy. 544 and Hwy. 707 and close to Hwy. 31 making it easy to get to all cities along the Grand Strand. Come take a look at 640 Brynfield Drive today or call your agent to schedule an appointment.

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640 Brynfield Drive is a beautiful 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom house centrally located. The backyard features a spacious paver patio, paver walkway to the fire pit and a paver walkway to the personal garage door and a view of the neighborhood pond. Inside is complete with some great updates including Pergo plank laminate flooring.

To schedule an appointment to see this home, call or text Kathy Rukat Smith at 843-267-2710.

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Murrells Inlet Real Estate Market Report – March 2021

Murrells Inlet Real Estate Market Report - March 2021

Name: Bob and Karen Brown
Rating: 5

In the Murrells Inlet Real Estate Market Report March 2021 edition provided by Kathy Rukat Smith of Palmetto Coastal Homes, discover what is trending. Murrells Inlet, like the rest of the Grand Strand, continues to be in a sellers’ market. The average price of homes remained the same (as compared to March 2020) while the average price of condos and townhouses increased slightly. The total single family homes and condos and townhouses for sale have greatly decreased. I believe we will continue to see this trend through 2021. The graphs below show single family home and condo/townhouse information for the month of March 2021 for Murrells Inlet. Information is provided by the Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORSⓇ.

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Murrells Inlet Single Family Home Market

The average price of single family homes in Murrells Inlet remain virtually the same from March 2020. The number of new homes listed in March increased dramatically (42.1%) as compared to March 2020 while the total number of homes listed for sale decreased drastically (56.5%). Pending and closed sales are also up as compared with March 2020.

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Murrells Inlet Condo and Townhouse Market

The average price of condos and townhouses in Murrells Inlet in March 2021 rose just over 18% as compared to March 2020. The number of new listings added increased as compared to March 2020 while the total number of condo and townhouse listed decreased around 50%. Pending sales are up over 200% and the number of closed sales is about the same as March 2020.

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As a buyer in this market, you need to come prepared when you start looking for homes. Before you start looking for homes, have your pre-approval letter ready to go. Also, you will want to present a strong offer to the seller. When you are ready to start looking for your next home, we can discuss your specific strategy. As a seller, you need to consider where you will move once your home is sold. Because the sale could be very quick, you may need to consider moving into a short-term rental to give yourself some extra time to find your next home. If now is the right time to discuss your home's value and your future plans, we can discuss the logistics of selling in today's market.

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Murrells Inlet Real Estate Market Report February 2021

Murrells Inlet Real Estate Market Report - February 2021

In the Murrells Inlet Real Estate Market Report February 2021 edition provided by Kathy Rukat Smith of Palmetto Coastal Homes, discover what is trending. Murrells Inlet, like the rest of the Grand Strand, continues to be in a sellers’ market. The median price of homes and condos has risen while the inventory of homes and condos has decreased. I believe we will continue to see this trend through 2021. The graphs below show single-family home and condo/townhouse information for the month of February for Murrells Inlet. Information is provided by the Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORSⓇ.

Market Snapshot Template - Murrells Inlet SFH Feb 2021

Market Snapshot Template - Murrells Inlet Condos Feb 2021

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Murrells Inlet Single Family Home Market

The Murrells Inlet Real Estate Market Report shows the median price of single-family homes in Murrells Inlet rose an incredible 36.6% from February 2020. The number of new listings added in February along with the total homes listed decreased. If you are a buyer now, you understand the low inventory of homes for sale.

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Under Contract – 510 Fairwood Lakes Drive Unit 21-I Myrtle Beach SC 29588

510 Fairwood Lakes Drive Unit 21-I Myrtle Beach SC 29588

510 Fairwood Lakes Drive Unit 21-I Myrtle Beach SC 29588 is under contract!

Description

Move-in ready, partially furnished one bedroom, one bathroom condo in Island Green on the south end of the beach. This condo is located steps away from one community pool. Features of the condo include laminate flooring in the living room, dining area, kitchen and bedroom, a spacious covered porch and 2nd floor location.

neighborhood and area

Island Green is conveniently located off of Hwy. 707 near Myrtle Beach, Surfside Beach and Murrells Inlet. Once the Hwy. 31 exit opens on Hwy. 707, getting to North Myrtle Beach and Conway will be even easier! The neighborhood features community pools and access to an amenities center for an additional fee. After 6:00PM, the main entrance to the neighborhood is manned with a guard.

For more details about 510 Fairwood Lakes Drive Unit 21-I Myrtle Beach, SC visit https://510FairwoodLakesDr21.TheBestListing.com or call Kathy Rukat Smith with Palmetto Coastal Homes at 843-267-2710.

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Beach Renourishment in Garden City Beach SC

2019 brings another beach renourishment in Garden City Beach SC along with projects in Surfside Beach and North Myrtle Beach.

BEACH RENOURISHMENT IN GARDEN CITY BEACH SC INTERACTIVE MAP

Why is Beach Renourishment Important?

As mentioned in a 2018 blog post regarding beach renourishment, tourism supports the local economy in Horry and Georgetown Counties. Our beaches and access to our beaches are a big part of our economy. In addition to being a large tourist attraction, the beach dunes also protect valuable beach front assets and are home to many coastal plants and animals.

Who Decides to Renourish the Beach?

The Army Corps of Engineers control beach renourishment projects and timelines. Our area is served by the Army Corps of Engineers, Charleston District, and beaches are renourished every 6-8 years unless we have a major storm event during hurricane season. After major hurricanes, the Army Corps of Engineers personnel visit the area and assess the situation for erosion and create a plan of action. Erosion from Hurricane Florence in 2018 created the need for the current beach renourishment project.

Where and When?

This project started in North Myrtle Beach in May and moved to the south end of the beach (Garden City Beach and Surfside Beach) in June. During the renourishment project, small sections of the beach will be closed. However, ALL OTHER BEACHES remain opened. To keep up with where the work is happening, visit this interactive map provided by the Army Corp of Engineers. My understanding is that contractors are working 24/7 unless weather or mechanical issues cause a stop in work. They hope to have each closed section closed only for 2-3 days. You may see pipes outside of the closed sections. You can safely cross these pipes where “sand ramps” have been built.

Will My Vacation Be Impacted?

The short answer is “it is possible”. It is possible that during your stay, the beach directly in front of your rental home or condo may be effected by the renourishment work and closed. However, the crews are moving quickly and each section is planned to be closed only for 2-3 days. All other beaches will be open, so you can easily walk up or down the beach to another public beach access. Public beach access points in Horry County and Georgetown county as well as those in Surfside Beach are marked with signage. You can also find links to public beach access points at the following links…

Horry County Public Beach Access Points
Surfside Beach Public Beach Access Points
Garden City Beach (Georgetown County) Beach Access Points

What about the Sea Turtles?

One very neat thing about living in this area is keeping up with the sea turtles…new nests in the spring/summer and nest hatchings in the summer/fall. This beach renourishment project is occurring during the nesting time for sea turtles. Because sea turtles are endangered species, the contractor will have to follow the Endangered Species Act and the Marine Mammals Protection Act. Also, members of S.C.U.T.E. (South Carolina United Turtle Enthusiasts) have relocated some nests that were in the beach renourishment area to spots outside the renourishment project. S.C.U.T.E. volunteers also walk the beaches each morning looking for newly laid nests. To find out more about S.C.U.T.E. and follow the turtle nests in our area, follow the S.C.U.T.E. Facebook Page or the Garden City Surfside S.C.U.T.E. Group.

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Below are some videos I took of the beach renourishment project in Garden City Beach.

I know the beach closures and the noise from the renourishment project can be a nuisance. Do remember that this slight inconvenience helps our community and your vacation spot out in the long run. Also, the renourishment projects pulls up all kinds of shells that you normally do not see and more shells than you normally see. Hit the beach and see what you can find!

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2018 Horry County Beach Renourishment Project

Quick Facts about 2018 Horry County Beach Renourishment

Total cost of about $34.8 million
5 month timeline
1.4 million cubic yards of sand
8 miles of Myrtle Beach
4 miles of Surfside Beach and Garden City Beach
2 miles of North Myrtle Beach

2018 Horry County Beach Renourishment Project

UPDATE - The City of Myrtle Beach has added an interactive map to their website so you can see the progress of the beach renourishment project.

Why is beach renourishment important? In Horry County, tourism supports our local economy. The beach is a large attraction for tourists. However, the beach and dunes also create a habitat for coastal plants and animals including sea turtles and shore birds. The beach also protects the ocean front structures.

The 2018 Horry County beach renourishment project started on August 1, and it is expected to cost $34.8 million. The initial stages of the project include installing the pipeline that will pump sand from the ocean to the shore. The project, run by the Army Corps of Engineers, will take approximately 5 months and will start in the Horry County section of Garden City Beach. The timeline could be extended due to bad weather or hurricanes. During the project, 1.4 million cubic yards of sand will be moved from the ocean to the beach.

Small sections of the beach will be closed during the renourishment so it is important to know where and when the renourishment will be happening.

Surfside Beach and Garden City Beach - August 15 to September 8
Myrtle Beach - September 12 to November 11
North Myrtle Beach - November 12 to mid-December

After the renourishment project is completed in your area, hit the beach and look for shells. The beach always has more shells and different shells than you normally see after a renourishment project.

Del Webb Myrtle Beach, SC

A Del Webb neighborhood will be opening in the Grande Dunes section of Myrtle Beach. At this time, I do not have much information. Stay tuned, and I will update this blog as I know more. Here is what I do know…

Del Webb Myrtle Beach, SC

Located at 62nd Avenue north and bordered by the Intracoastal Waterway
Amenities include a swimming pool, clubhouse, fitness center and a dedicated activities director
Access to all Grande Dunes amenities
6 single family home floor plans (1600-2600 square feet, 2-4 bedrooms, 2-4 bathrooms)

If you would like to be added to my list for updated, please email me at Kathy@TeamRukat.com. Thanks!

Dunkin Donuts Coming To Hwy 707

Coffee and donut lovers, get ready!!! Today while driving up Hwy 707, I noticed a “coming soon” Dunkin Donuts side.

While Hwy. 707 does already have a Dunkin Donuts at the intersection of Dick Pond Road (in the Food Lion shopping center and across from Socastee High School), the south end of Hwy. 707 does not have a Dunkin Donuts. This new Dunkin Donuts will be located between the Dollar General and McDonalds near Holmestown Road. Right now, there is a brick ranch home at the location. I, for one, cannot wait until the store opens. Sometimes you want a quick cup of coffee and want to stay as close to home as possible!!

I imagine we will start seeing many new businesses opening as the Hwy. 707 construction moves forward. A few months ago, Publix grocery store announced it will be opening a new store beside the entrance to Prink Creek. What other stores/businesses would you like to see come to the area?

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Ocean View One Bedroom Condos in Myrtle Beach

Many ocean view one bedroom condos in Myrtle Beach are currently for sale. These condos can be great to purchase as an investment property or as a vacation spot for your family.

Ocean View One Bedroom Condos in Myrtle Beach

Currently, I have 2000 S. Ocean Blvd., Unit 202, Myrtle Beach listed for sale at $49,000. This condo is located in the Bluewater Villas I on the south end of Myrtle Beach. Blue Water Villas I is across the street from Hurl Rock Park and the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. As an owner of a condo at Blue Water Villas, you have access to all the amenities at the Villas plus the amenities at the Tower. HOA fees ($402/month) include all utilities in your condo (electricity, phone, cable, internet, water/sewer and trash). This condo is accessible by stairs or the building elevator. Parking is allowed in the parking lot around the Villa and in the parking garage behind the building. Once inside Unit 202,

you will notice a good size living room complete with sleeper sofa and flat screen TV. The living room connects to the bedroom, smaller sitting area and dining area by the galley kitchen. The full bathroom is located off the kitchen. In the bedroom area, you will have room for queen-size bed, sitting area and dining area. You could also fit two queen-size or double-size beds if you removed the small sitting area. Off the bedroom is the spacious balcony with a great view of the Atlantic Ocean. Tile floors and “beachy” paint colors are throughout the condo. Laundry facilities are located in each Villa and across the street in the Tower. At the Villa, you will find a lazy river and outdoor pool. Additional water amenities, decks, a game room and restaurants can be found at the Tower.

Bluewater Resort Condos For Sale

Listings are updated daily. See something you like? Call/text Kathy Rukat right away at 843-267-2710.

Brookgreen Gardens

Atalaya Castle

Huntington Beach State Park

Myrtle Beach State Park

Oyster Landing

Hobcaw Barony

City of Georgetown

640 Brynfield Drive Myrtle Beach SC Overview

Quick Facts

640 Brynfield Drive Myrtle Beach SC Details

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Area Map

Murrells Inlet Real Estate Market Report - March 2021

Murrells Inlet Single Family Home Market

Average Price

Number of New Listings

Number of Homes for Sale

Murrells Inlet Single Family Home Neighborhoods

Number of Pending Sales

Number of Closed Sales

Murrells Inlet Condo and Townhouse Market

Average Price

Number of New Listings

Number of Condos and Townhouses for Sale

Number of Pending Sales

Number of Closed Sales

Murrells Inlet Real Estate Market Report - February 2021

Murrells Inlet Single Family Home Market

Median Price

Number of New Listings

Number of Homes For Sale

Murrells Inlet Neighborhoods

Number of Pending Sales

Number of Closed Sales

Murrells Inlet Condo Market

Median Price

Number of New Listings

Number of Condos For Sale

Murrells Inlet Condo Neighborhoods

Number of Pending Sales

Number of Closed Sales

510 Fairwood Lakes Drive Unit 21-I Myrtle Beach SC 29588

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neighborhood and area

“Helping You Find the Sandcastle of Your Dreams!”

Why is Beach Renourishment Important?

Who Decides to Renourish the Beach?

Where and When?

Will My Vacation Be Impacted?

What about the Sea Turtles?

Videos

“Helping You Find the Sandcastle of Your Dreams!”

Quick Facts about 2018 Horry County Beach Renourishment

2018 Horry County Beach Renourishment Project

Del Webb Myrtle Beach, SC

Homes For Sale Around Hwy. 707

Ocean View One Bedroom Condos in Myrtle Beach

Bluewater Resort Condos For Sale

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