Native to the hills of High Point, N.C., it was here in the city known as the furniture capital of the world where Angie Balderson, owner of Haven’s Furniture Store and Home Décor, initially nurtured her passion for interior design and cultivated her ability to turn any home into a haven. However, it wasn’t until she began to purchase furnishings for her own home that she … [Read more...]

The music could be faintly heard as guests made way down the Avenue of Oaks. Among the warm evening, salty air and scent of fresh oysters was also a buzz of energy. The Cotton Dock at Boone Hall Plantation was brimming with food, music and entertainment, but the single most important thing it held was the best thing about the town of Mount Pleasant: its people. A quick … [Read more...]

Izzy's Scoops & Sweets Nominating Category: Best Ice Cream Isabelle “Izzy” & John Dymond, Owners What is it like working with the Mount Pleasant community? It is truly a pleasure! Mount Pleasant is a family-friendly community that it feels like we’ve come home. The residents made us feel welcome from day one! It’s always a pleasure to see returning … [Read more...]

Hero Heating and Air Nominating Category: Best Heating and Air Company Justin K. Acree, Chief Operating Officer What is it like working with the Mount Pleasant community? Working in the community is rewarding and satisfying. The community, while growing, maintains that small-town atmosphere, sort of a “Mayberry” feel. It’s what makes word of mouth our number-one … [Read more...]

Paul Smith Best Pet-friendly Realtor®, Best Real Estate Agent, Best Real Estate Team Paul Smith, Realtor What went through your mind when you were told you were voted Best REALTOR®? Ecstatic! I’m so grateful and honored to have been voted best Realtor. This recognition ignites a stronger fire to help more people discover the magic of living in our gorgeous coastal … [Read more...]

Page’s Okra Grill Best Budget-Friendly Meal, Best Shrimp ‘n Grits Nominating Categories: Best Biscuits, Best Breakfast, Best Brunch, Best Fried Chicken, Best Grits, Best Restaurant to Take an Out-of-Town Guest The POG Team What is it like working with the Mount Pleasant community? Mount Pleasant is our home and our community. The Page family are locals and have … [Read more...]

Locals Sushi Mount Pleasant Nominating Category: Best Raw Bar Brittany Gifford, General Manager What is it like working with the Mount Pleasant community? It has been really rewarding to build a relationship with our local community over the years and to see so many familiar faces and returning customers. How did your business get started? A few good friends … [Read more...]

Mellow Mushroom Best Pizza Walter F. Harris, Owner What’s your business’s goal? To provide the best customer experience in the business, from our delicious food to craft beers to creating an atmosphere that all age groups love to come to visit and enjoy. What is it like working with the Mount Pleasant community? Being a Mount Pleasant resident and living here … [Read more...]

Isle of Palms Marina Best Marina Tyler Tracy, Dockmaster How did your business get started? In January 1999, the city of Isle of Palms purchased the former Wild Dunes Yacht Harbor site — which encompasses 5.4 acres at the terminus of 41st Avenue — to retain water access for island residents and visitors. We were fortunate to be awarded the lease to manage the … [Read more...]

Palmetto Islands County Park Nominating Categories: Best Place to Paddleboard/Kayak, Best Playground, Best Place to Have a Children’s Birthday Party Tucked into the marsh in the heart of Mount Pleasant, Palmetto Islands County Park is an oasis of connected small islands along Horlbeck Creek. Catch a glimpse of deer through the woods, let your furry best friend run … [Read more...]