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 A Bit About Beaufort

Beaufort, South Carolina was founded in 1711 although the first explorers arrived in 1514. On December 20, 1860, South Carolina seceded from the union, the "Ordinance of Secession" was drafted and signed in Beaufort. After the resulting war between the states or as some call it "The War of Northern Aggression" property was largely redistributed via tax sales and government seizures. The area does however still have many of the old plantation houses. Some still intact and some in the form of ruins.

Beaufort in modern days has grown considerably due to the easy southern pace and mild climate.  There are still areas where a country living lifestyle can be sound. For those desiring a more sophisticated lifestyle or retirement living, there are several gated communities, most with great golf courses. Dataw Island, Fripp Island, and Harbor Island to name a few.  For the rest of us there are some wonderful suburban neighborhoods in which to reside and make friends.

Local activities are apt to include golf, boating, sailing, fishing, horse back riding, swimming or lust laying on the beach soaking up the sun. Sight seeing is also quite popular with Beaufort's rich history and wonderful old homes. After a full day of activities there are several great restaurants and some wonderful local pubs and sports bars like Rosie O'Grady's (my favorite), tell Michael we said hi!