Pawleys Island offers a relaxing vacation experience to escape the stresses of mainland life.
Pawley’s Island is a small but historic piece of land between the Atlantic Ocean and Waccamaw River. It’s not certain if settlers like Percival had their own private getaway, but this area was later named after his sons – George Anthony & Percey Jr.; who received land grants in 1711 that became typical on The Neck: running from river all way down to sea-shoreline . This hasn’t stopped historians guessing at what might have happened next though because without any property records surviving during Civil War times it remains unclear exactly how much acreage these gentlemen owned.
The invention of the rice mill led to an increase in production and a booming industry. By 1860, there were no small planters having been bought out by powerful men who had amassed contiguous lands or subsidiary tracts to their north and south; this is what led to Georgetown County being credited with producing more than any other place except Calcutta India! These wealthy families are responsible for making it so that we can have our own identity within South Carolina’s rich history as well: “The Alstons”, “Allstons,” etc.,
The Atlantic Coast Lumber Co. also commissioned the steamship Governor Stafford for river crossings to Hagley and Waverly landings and operated a short-lived rail system across the Waccamaw Neck to the island from 1901-1906. Boats later serving as ferries from Georgetown to the Waccamaw Neck included the Comanche, the Cornwallis and the Pelican.
For the first time ever, tourists came to this quaint beach community in droves. These newcomers had never seen such beauty or enjoyed themselves so much – until now! They joined old families who were enjoying “the only beach around.”
The architectural makeup of Pawleys Island has not changed much since the 1700s. You can see this best in its historic homes, which are typically intermingled with more modern ones that had been built long ago and still retain their original look for a time-traveling glimpse into America’s past! Many signs mark properties on these shores as being previously owned by 3rd or 4th generations who continue to live there today – many also contain brief histories about how each house was used.
The Sea View Inn, built in 1937 and the Pelican Inn were once bustling with vacationers. Today they are both operating as if nothing ever happened – a stark contrast to how things looked when these hotels first opened their doors for business back then! There is no other commercial enterprise on this island; it’s all about keeping Pawleys Island just as unique.
Today, the beach is peaceful and pristine. Renowned for its surfing, this area has miles where there are dozen first rate golf courses as well as tennis courts to keep you busy all day long! Fishing off two marsh bridges or on any number of uninhabited islands can provide fun too. It’s has fishing close by with great spots near Pawley Point Park which has three launch ramps available if your boat needs some help getting afloat.
The idyllic town of Pawley’s Island has a long history, but one thing that hasn’t changed in all those centuries? The atmosphere. You’ll find it to be as safe and relaxing for pedestrians who want walk or jog along the beach while enjoying conversation at leisurely pace with friends – just like their parents and grandparents did before them!…
