Everyone loves a fun and relaxing day at the beach but cleaning up afterward can be kind of a hassle. Here are some tips for keeping sand AT the beach and out of your car and home. First, choose your gear wisely. Although a towel is easier to carry around, they tend to hold a lot of sand. Keep towels… Read More “Keeping the Sand AT the Beach”

There are plenty of ways to revamp your typical vacation but traveling in the Fall could be just the change you need! Here are some perks to choosing the months between the peak travel season! First of all, let’s talk about dates and rates. After Labor Day, there is a lot more flexibility in terms of booking. Several condo properties… Read More “Perks of Traveling in the Fall”

Back in town for the season and looking to update your beach rental? Here are some quick fixes for homeowners on a time crunch: Consider upgrading the bedding. Clean, freshly styled bedrooms can make a huge impact on renters yet are pretty cost-effective for owners! When choosing sheets and bedding, you want to keep it comfy while reflecting the home… Read More “Sprucing Up Your Beach Rental”

The Atalaya Castle, more-so known simply as Atalaya, is located in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. This national landmark has quite the history, rooted in art and philanthropy, and spanning across the 1900s. Atalaya Castle was built as a winter home by the Huntington’s, Archer and Anna, between 1931 and 1933. The couple was from New York but relocated due to… Read More “The Atalaya Castle & Brookgreen Gardens”

A beach day is a great day, but why not get out into the waves as well? The Grand Strand’s 60 miles of coast leaves room for aquatic fun, and if you’re looking to splash in the waves, consider riding in style! With plenty of places for family and budget-friendly boat rentals, nothing can stop you from enjoying the beautiful… Read More “Boat Rentals & Tours”

Whether you’re visiting the Grand Strand area or you live here year-round, you may be looking for new ways to get out into the fresh air and enjoy the scenery. Biking is a great way to exercise, spend time with your family, and to just get off the beaten path. Two of the most popular biking paths, the Waccamaw Neck… Read More “Bike Trails”

Our South Carolina coast is the landing place for many migratory species, but one of our coolest visitors is the Loggerhead Sea Turtle! Although many different species travel through our waters, this marine creature is actually our state reptile. As the largest of all hard-shelled turtles, they grow to about 250 pounds, but the largest ones found have been over… Read More “Loggerhead Sea Turtle”

The ocean is full of so many treasures, but one particularly rare find is shark teeth. These little remnants of the massive sea creatures that swam off the coast can date back millions of years. Luckily, South Carolina beaches are said to be a hot spot for shark tooth hunting, and if you’ve always wanted to find one for yourself,… Read More “Finding Shark Teeth”

In our day-to-day lives, taking time for ourselves is easier said than done. We have responsibilities and to-do lists, perhaps others to care for. It can be difficult to slow down but finding ways to enjoy our own company is healthy for the mind and body. In fact, we need to have some downtime. A good place to start is… Read More “Walks on the Beach”

Our linens and towels are professionally cleaned in a commercial laundry facility that provides the necessary water temperature, soap, and sanitization needed for proper laundering. Residential machines and over-the-counter laundry soaps are not the proper way to care for linens used for guest accommodations. We Have High Standards at Garden City Realty. Our linens and towels are processed in-house to… Read More “The Garden City Realty Difference: Laundry Edition”