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Kiawah Island

From its abundance of wildlife to its pristine beach, Kiawah Island offers unspoiled wonders at every turn.

Kiawah Island

From its abundance of wildlife to its pristine beach, Kiawah Island offers unspoiled wonders at every turn.

Best known for its natural beauty and five world-class golf courses, Kiawah Island offers a wide range of recreational activities for the whole family.

From exploring 30 miles of paved trails to taking a guided kayak tour, there are plenty of ways to explore Kiawah Island.

Kiawah Island Is a Beach Paradise

With 10 miles of undisturbed Atlantic beach and five world-renowned golf courses, Kiawah Island is a perfect choice for family vacations.

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Lodging in Kiawah Island

Kiawah Island offers an extensive selection of vacation rental properties sure to satisfy your getaway dreams.

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Dining in Kiawah Island

The options for dining on Kiawah Island are many and varied, with most of the restaurants spread throughout the island’s hotel and golf course facilities.

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Recreation in Kiawah Island

From world-class golf to fishing charters and beautiful beaches, Kiawah Island offers plenty of recreational opportunities.

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Shopping in Kiawah Island

Head into town and enjoy the endless shopping opportunities on the island.

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Hidden Gems in Kiawah Island

There’s more to Kiawah Island than great golf and amazing beaches.

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The Ocean Course

One of Pete Dye’s most superb designs, The Ocean Course was named “America’s Toughest Course” by Golf Digest and the fourth best overall public course in the nation.

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Osprey Point

Designed by Tom Fazio, Osprey Point is rated at 4 ½ stars in Golf Digest's "Best Places to Play" readers' poll and is considered one of South Carolinas best golf values.

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Oak Point

Located on neighboring John’s Island, Oak Point’s fairways and challenging greens favor a thinking approach over raw power.

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Meet Brian Gerard, Kiawah Resort’s Director of Golf

Brian Gerard has been part of Kiawah Island Golf Resort's rich history since 1986, overseeing a must-play destination for golfing tourists worldwide on a daily basis, as well as working on some of the biggest competitions in the sport.

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Town of Kiawah Island

With 10 miles of undisturbed Atlantic beach and five world-renowned golf courses, Kiawah Island is a perfect choice for family vacations.

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Lowcountry & Resort Islands

The Lowcountry and Resort Islands, which includes the internationally-famous Hilton Head Island, is one of South Carolina’s most celebrated regions. There’s never a shortage of festivals, unique dining opportunities, miles of serene beaches and exciting things to do in this unique part of South Carolina.

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