About the Area > Sullivan's Island

Sullivan's Island is a beach town. It is a wonderful neighborhood where children can ride their bikes and play. It boasts some of the finest beaches in the area, yet it is mostly devoid of the commercial establishments associated with beach towns. Though considered casual and unhurried, Sullivan's Island offers many things to do and sites to see. There is a quaint restaurant area, public tennis courts, and an old-fashioned community playground complete with a gazebo.

Many visitors enjoy the historic charm of Sullivan's Island, which includes Fort Moultrie , originally built during the Revolutionary War. The Island is also the burial site of Seminole Indian Chief Osceola. Other historic sites include the Sullivan's Island lighthouse, and numerous shore batteries that provided defense until the end of World War II.

Sullivan's Island has a rich literary history that continues today. Edgar Allen Poe wrote his famous story, The Gold Bug , and a number of well known many poems while stationed on the Island .

Of course, Sullivan's Island offers all the natural amenities you could want: wide, clean, sandy beaches, fishing, swimming, boating, sunning, and more. Sullivan's Island offers a wonderful opportunity for those of you looking for a charming seaside retreat!

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