Behind the Gates | Windmill Harbour

August 31, 2019 by R+D

Windmill Harbour… The name itself evokes sounds of ships’ bells and a coastal town dripping in golden sunlight reflecting off of sparkling waters, while seagulls call overhead in the ocean breeze. All who enter this conveniently-located — yet relatively little-known — gem are taken by its Charlestonian charms, natural Lowcountry surroundings and the magnificently subtle elegance perfected by only a relative handful of communities. A Sanctuary Unto Itself While it boasts a Hilton Head address, Windmill Harbour is technically located on Jenkins Island, a stop between the mainland (after crossing Pinckney Island, the whole of which is a beautiful Wildlife… Read More

Behind the Gates | Haig Point

August 30, 2019August 30, 2019 by R+D

There exist relatively few places where one can fully experience the beauty of their surroundings, unhindered, untethered, and uninterrupted. In the Lowcountry, we are graced with a location that perhaps embodies this more than any other: Daufuskie Island. Getting There Accessible only by boat — and maybe Michael Phelps — the southernmost sea island of South Carolina is something out of a fairy tale. At only 5,000 acres offering more than three miles of pristine beaches, it is truly the epitome of island living… a natural playground. The roughly 20-minute private ferry ride (or 6-minute water taxi, for… Read More