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1 Guide to Charleston Living L u x u r i o u s Wa t e r f r o n t L i v i n g i n C h a r l e s t o n

2 Reverie on the Ashley s Guide to Charleston Living A contemporary city rooted in rich history, Charleston is a truly unique place to call home. From dining to shopping, historic landmarks to live entertainment, Charleston s distinctive lifestyle attracts residents and visitors from around the world. Here are ten great features of the Charleston area. 1. North, South, East & West. These neighboring areas in and around Charleston offer their own distinct take on the unmistakable Charleston atmosphere. North Charleston: With close proximity to major highways and Charleston International Airport, North Charleston is experiencing tremendous growth. Featuring a wide range of shopping, dining and great entertainment venues like the North Charleston Coliseum and Performing Arts Center, this area attracts Charleston residents looking for a night out. Downtown Peninsula: Downtown Charleston is the heart of the city, known for its incredible history and contemporary flair. The city s best upscale shopping and dining are located alongside some of the most famous historic landmarks. Take a stroll along worldfamous King Street, East Bay Street, and Market Street for the true experience of Charleston lifestyle. West Ashley: The birthplace of Charleston, West Ashley is a truly majestic and tranquil hideaway. Just along the Ashley River, historic plantations offer a glimpse of the quintessential Southern town, making for a perfect daytrip. Mount Pleasant: The spirited lifestyle of Mount Pleasant, an affluent neighborhood connected to downtown by the beautiful Ravenel Bridge, catches the attention of visitors who enjoy superb dining with a lighter crowd. This is all thanks to the local fishermen and shrimpers who deliver their catch to Shem Creek and supply it to the area s seafood restaurants. 2. Major Roads & Highways. The well-maintained roads and highways in Charleston help ease the commute not only in and around Charleston but also into the surrounding areas. Interstate 26: This four-lane highway provides rapid access from Charleston to the Upstate and allows for easy travel from North Charleston into Downtown. Septima Clark Expressway/U.S. 17: Jump on Septima Clark Expressway in Charleston to connect with areas east of the city, such as Mount Pleasant via the Ravenel Bridge. Savannah Highway: Savannah Highway provides convenient access from Central Charleston to West Ashley and other areas west of the Ashley River. James Island Expressway: This 2.9 mile expressway in Charleston connects to Folly Beach and James Island for quick sunny getaways. 3. On the Water. Living on the water in Charleston assures easy access to some of the best boating and fishing hot spots in South Carolina. Charleston s inshore underwater natives include spot-tail bass, sea trout, flounder, shrimp, and blue crabs. Or go offshore fishing for mahi mahi, king mackerel, yellowfin tuna, blue marlin, and sailfish. Palmetto Charters and Bohicket Marina offer both inshore and offshore fishing. Edwin S. Taylor at Folly Beach is a local favorite for pier fishing. There are also many opportunities for boat lovers, with an extensive selection of private and public marinas, including the Charleston City Marina, The Harborage at Ashley River, Ripley Light Marina, and our private deepwater marina at Reverie on the Ashley.

4. Sports. Golf Digest ranked Charleston the top golf destination in the 2009 Reader s Choice Awards, with major tournaments held at the city s many prestigious courses.

Charleston is also home to several sports teams, including the minor league baseball team, the RiverDogs, the Charleston Battery professional soccer team, and the South Carolina Stingrays minor

For more mainstream stores, The Tanger Outlet Center of North Charleston offers discounted prices on a wide selection of luxury name brands. 6. Live Music & Festivals.

Every night you can catch a variety of performers playing anything from blues, bluegrass and country to contemporary, classical and rock.

3 4. Sports. Golf Digest ranked Charleston the top golf destination in the 2009 Reader s Choice Awards, with major tournaments held at the city s many prestigious courses. Kiawah hosted the 2008 Senior PGA Championship and is set to host the 2012 PGA Championship. Charleston is also home to several sports teams, including the minor league baseball team, the RiverDogs, the Charleston Battery professional soccer team, and the South Carolina Stingrays minor league hockey team. Nearby Daniel Island is also home to the Family Circle Tennis Center, home of the Family Circle Cup, a premier women s tennis event. 5. Shopping. From high-end boutiques to contemporary art galleries, spectacular antique dealers to mainstream name-brand stores, Charleston offers a diverse shopping experience. And you can find just about everything you need downtown. Dubbed the Design District, King Street hosts a variety of antique stores and independent boutiques. For more mainstream stores, The Tanger Outlet Center of North Charleston offers discounted prices on a wide selection of luxury name brands. 6. Live Music & Festivals. The city s entertainment scene is as diverse as the city itself. Every night you can catch a variety of performers playing anything from blues, bluegrass and country to contemporary, classical and rock. Catch larger performances at venues such as The North Charleston Coliseum and Gaillard Municipal Auditorium, or check out Music Farm and The Windjammer for more intimate live shows during the week and every weekend. Enjoy exciting festivals and events throughout the year, including Spoleto, a worldrenowned festival of arts, music and performances lasting for more than two weeks in early summer each year, and the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE), the largest wildlife art and nature event in the nation. 7. Dining. Whether you re into barbecue or seafood, exotic fine dining or down-home Lowcountry fare, there s something for every appetite in Charleston. Catch different interpretations of Southern cuisine at local favorites like Hank s Seafood, 39 Rue De Jean and SNOB. For a fine dining experience, visit Charleston Grill, Circa 1886, Oak Steakhouse, McCrady s or Peninsula Grill. For a truly scenic dining experience, the Spirit of Carolina offers dinner cruises through Charleston Harbor. 8. Temperature & Climate. The temperature in Charleston varies from an average low in January of 37 degrees to an average high in July of around 91 degrees. Like many Southern cities, spring and fall are typically mild, and swimming season tends to last from March to October. 9. Parks. There are a variety of parks and gardens throughout the city that provide endless outdoor enjoyment. Stroll down the famous Murray Blvd. and you ll run into White Point Gardens, a park with an extraordinary view of the harbor and Fort Sumter. Waterfront Park and Brittlebank Park are other city favorites, where you can enjoy a waterside stroll or admire the beautiful array of gardens. 10. Historic Landmarks. Charleston s rich history stretches back to as early as the 1600 s. The city was an instrumental part of the American Revolution and the Civil War, with points of interest throughout the city. The Historic District is home to more than 180 churches and 2,000 historic homes dating back to the early 18th century. Extravagant plantations, including Magnolia Plantation and Middleton Place, and historic homes like Joseph Manigault House and Edmond-Alston preserve the true essence of antebellum society.

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5 Discover Charleston s only private marina condos, Reverie on the Ashley. Just ten miles from downtown, and even less by boat, Reverie is set along 32 acres of wooded waterfront, featuring an exclusive collection of condos with private rooftop terraces and tiled patios that all enjoy unique views of the river. With 88 luxurious condos, a spectacular riverside pool and cabana, and scenic walking trails surrounded by hundreds of live oaks, Reverie combines the ease of condo living with the beauty of a waterfront Lowcountry retreat. Reverie is located one-quarter mile off I-526 at Exit 14 - Leeds Avenue. Learn more about waterfront living in Charleston at

Guide to Charleston Living. L u x u r i o u s Wa t e r f r o n t L i v i n g i n C h a r l e s t o n

Guide to Charleston Living. L u x u r i o u s Wa t e r f r o n t L i v i n g i n C h a r l e s t o n Guide to Charleston Living L u x u r i o u s Wa t e r f r o n t L i v i n g i n C h a r l e s t o n Reverie on the Ashley s Guide to Charleston Living A contemporary city rooted in rich history, Charleston