While Daniel Island is a relatively recently-established community, Karen Elsey, a founder of Laura Alberts Restaurant, says the staff there enjoys the pleasure that comes from being a part of the social and culinary fabric of the island. “We have watched children grow and people retire here on the island. We appreciate all of our islanders and all of our patrons that come … [Read more...]
Luxury Home: Old Village: 207 Pitt Street
CATHY HUNNICUTT, REALTOR (843) 814-4378 ASKING PRICE: $1,925,000 3,854 SQ. FT. 5 BEDROOM – 5 ½ BATH If you’re looking to catch a breathtaking sunrise or an amazing sunset (or even, perhaps, a few blue crabs) you’d be remiss not to head to Pitt Street in the Old Village. There you’ll find a hidden gem at road’s end in the Pickett Bridge Recreation Area. Overlooking … [Read more...]
The Man(Cave) About Town
There exists, in some homes, a place where most women don’t care or dare to tread. It is a haven where the man of the house seeks reprieve from the chaos of the day. It is his personal sanctuary – a mantuary, if you will. Over time, this sacred space has worked its way into the American vernacular by way of the term “man cave.” And in the Mount Pleasant area, the man cave has … [Read more...]
Musical Rooms: The Winckler Home Finds New Harmony
When I visited Andrea Winckler at her home on Daniel Island, it was hard to decide where we should pull up a chair and chat about her recent experiences with Tidal Creek Construction. Andrea and her husband, Tom, relocated from the Washington D.C. Area a few years back and were thrilled with the beautiful exterior of their home from the moment they found it. … [Read more...]
Island Time: The Islander Gears Up for Summer Dining
Holy City Hospitality has just expanded its list of fine restaurants in the Lowcountry to another frontier – namely, Daniel Island. Just in time for a fun-filled summer, the new eatery promises creative cocktails, fresh local seafood with a taste of sushi and an atmosphere that locals and visitors will find inviting. Right before the Islander opened its doors, I had the … [Read more...]