Georgetown County: Brimming with Beauty and History

Georgetown County: Brimming with Beauty and History

Brimming with beauty and history along South Carolina’s “Hammock Coast”, Georgetown County and its charming communities offer you the perfect escape for fun and relaxation. Explore the pristine beaches, picturesque waterways and marshes, fascinating marine wildlife, world-class golfing, historic places, intimate dining, quaint shops and memorable family activities. Georgetown County is just a short distance from other bustling vacation destinations, conveniently positioned between Charleston and Myrtle Beach. As one of the oldest family resort areas in the nation, Georgetown County is one of America’s top getaways, an alternative to the hectic ‘vacations’ of your past.

There’s something special about golfing in Georgetown County. Located on the south side of Myrtle Beach, a region know world-wide as a premier golf destination, Georgetown County boasts nearly a quarter of the area’s award-winning courses. Famous names like Caledonia, True Blue, Litchfield and many others evoke the rich plantation heritage of the county and were designed to incorporate the distinctive elements of the South Carolina lowcountry.

Georgetown County boasts several fascinating historic sites of national significance including Brookgreen Gardens and Hopsewee Plantation. Brookgreen Gardens, hosts the most significant collection of figurative sculpture, in an outdoor setting, by American artists in the world. The sprawling 4,000-acre facility also includes spectacular gardens, wildlife trails, and The Lowcountry Zoo. Hopsewee Plantation was built 40 years before the Revolutionary War and was the birthplace of Thomas Lynch, Jr., signer of the Declaration of Independence. Visitors to Hopsewee tour the waterfront plantation house and the nearby slave cabins.

The combination of wonderful accommodations, entertainment, shopping, romantic dining, great golf and pristine beaches make Georgetown County the perfect choice for your vacation getaway.

For more information please visit the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce website at www.visitgeorge.com.