Our wedding weekend will be held in Kiawah Island, South Carolina, a beautiful island that holds a very special place in both of our hearts. We love this island and the variety of activities and amenities it provides. From the miles of pristine beaches and marshland, incredible dining options, shopping and recreational activities, to world class golf and tennis facilities and so much more, Kiawah has a little something for everyone. We are so excited to share some of our favorite spots with all of you!

RESTAURANTS:

There are great restaurants all throughout Kiawah Island. A couple of notable ones to mention: Ryder Cup Bar is a great place to grab a drink or light snack and soak in the gorgeous views on the veranda or putting green. Freshfields Village, which is just outside the front gate, has many casual lunch and dinner options. There's a Harris Teeter grocery store, gas station, liquor store, and many other shopping options. We recommend King Street Grille, one of our favorite restaurants there!

For your morning coffee, there is Java Java and Starbucks at Freshfields Village, Hemingway’s on Betsy Kerrigan Parkway and, closer to the villas on Kiawah Island, is The Nest Market which has fresh coffee, food offerings from 7am-8pm and a convenience store.

BEACH:

Please enjoy the beach while in town! You might love taking long walks, runs, or bike rides on the sand. Through the link below you can call and reserve chairs/umbrellas for the day and they will set them up at the nearest beach access point to your villa with your name on them. When you are done, just leave them and the resort will collect them at the end of the day.

https://islandbeachservices.com

BIKE RIDES:

Kiawah is an amazing place to bike, either on the designated bike paths that run throughout the island or directly on the beach. Many Kiawah Island locations like restaurants and boardwalks can be accessed via bikes, depending on where you stay. Below are a few rental options to rent in advance of your stay. If you are staying at the Sanctuary, bikes will be made available to you through the hotel. If you are renting a home or villa, rental bikes can be delivered to your location from the Kiawah Resort (kiawahresort.com/recreation/bike-rentals/), Island Bike and Surf Shop (islandbikeandsurf.com), or Seacoast Sports (seacoastsports.com).

OTHER ISLAND ACTIVITIES:

In addition to golf, tennis and its beautiful beaches, Kiawah is proud of its natural beauty which is also home to many birds and animals. Take a guided walk to see the egrets, pelicans, herons, piping plovers and other birds that grace the skies. Beware of the alligators that live in the lagoons! Have fun crabbing in the tidal waters. Go marsh kayaking. Arrange for a fishing charter or boat excursion. Do yoga on the beach. The Resort has a full list of activities available for guests on the island. Look at the Daily Activities section of the Resort website for specific offerings, but be sure to make reservations in advance.

GOLF COURSES:

Kiawah is home to many amazing golf courses. We suggest getting in a round if you have time. It’s important to reserve tee times in advance as they book quickly. Courses include: The Ocean Course (home of the 2021 PGA Championship), Turtle Point, Osprey Point, Cougar Point, and Oak Point.

To reserve: https://kiawahresort.com/golf/

CHARLESTON:

Charleston is one of our favorite cities. It is about 45 minutes away from Kiawah, which makes for an easy day or half day trip. Explore Charleston's cobblestone streets, rainbow row, or the battery, enjoy a meal at one of its many delicious restaurants, stroll into its many art galleries, or shop on King Street. Take a boat ride or walk along the Harbor. Visit Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor or Fort Moultrie in Summerville. See the aquatic wildlife at the South Carolina Aquarium.

https://www.charlestoncvb.com