Seabrook Island - Natural Vacation Spot
Seabrook island is located about 25 miles from Charleston, South Carolina.
There is an abundance of protected wildlife at Seabrook. Watch the deer and the alligators. How many deer can you spot at sundown? Admire the many bird species. See foxes dart through the neighborhoods.
I personally enjoy sitting on the back screened porch of our favorite home at daybreak -- drinking coffee and watching the animals start their day.
Notes from my blog last summer:
My sister and I are visiting Seabrook Island, SC. In the past 24 hours we have seen -- from our front row seats on the screened porch facing Gator Lake -- a fox, ten deer, one big turtle, a house wren who sang for us, four cardinals, a woodpecker, blue jays, crows, squirrels and numerous colorful butterflies.
The biggest thrill was seeing the alligators! Our first visitor was a medium sized one. Later we spotted a huge gator a little further down the lake. Today we have enjoyed watching a small gator, obviously a baby or a teenager. The gators are fascinating creatures. We have listened to the sounds of nature and watched patiently for our next visitor.
Later as we sat on the beach, we watched seven dolphins, a dozen pelicans, a lone sandpiper, and of course the seagulls.
Each creature sighting moved us more into the flow of God's Divine Order, and to a more restful place inside us. It was as if each visitor brought its own gift of peace. We have moved out of the rat race of everyday life and into a zone of nature. What a joy! We are most thankful for each of our special visitors! And we appreciate being here, on this beautiful island for these few days! This has been an experience of appreciation for the abundance and variety in nature and we are filled with awe and gratitude!
Angel Oak
an absolute must visit
Angel Oak TreeOne of the places you must visit when at Seabrook Island is Angel Oak -- just a few miles up the road. The Angel Oak is a live oak, now owned by the City of Charleston. The diameter spreads 160 feet. Its age is estimated to be about 1400 years. Think about that a minute. 1400 years ago, the year would have been 608 AD. To stand under this huge old tree stirs the soul. If you let your imagination fly for a few minutes and think of all the history lessons you ever learned, you can just see the children playing under that tree from generation to generation for years and years and years and years before you got here.
Take your camera. There is a small gift shop there, too, for those important souvenirs. It won't take you long to browse the property (less than an hour probably). Sometimes a lady is there weaving the famous Charleston baskets. It is a true pleasure to watch her weave and to visit with her. Her skill has been passed from generation to generation. While you are there, treat yourself to one of her lovely baskets for your home. These baskets are a treasure!
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The Angel Oak
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The Angel Oak Story
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Angel Oak
The Angel Oak
The Angel Oak is one big tree! It's located just outside Charleston, SC on Johns Island. It is surrounded by lots of folklore, including that when you make a wish while touching the tree, your wish will come true.
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South Carolina Beaches
Fun in the ocean at Seabrook Island
Visit our Dog and Dolphin Store
Mugs, bags, notecards. Daughter Kathy's great beach photography!
Bicycle on the Beach Large Mug
Beautiful Seabrook Island beach scene for your morning coffee!
Perfect mug for coffee on the beach -- or beach dreams
Large Mug
Price: 17.99
Tote Bag
Picture of Seabrook Island shore with bicycle. The rider must be picking up beautiful seashells!
Tote Bag
Price: 19.49
Note Cards (Pk of 20)
Bicycle on the beach note cards.
Note Cards (Pk of 20)
Price: 26.99
Postcards (Package of 8)
Sandals on the beach. Seabrook Island, SC
Postcards (Package of 8)
Price: 8.99
Sunset on the Beach
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Watch the sunset on the beach! Or even better, take a picnic to the beach at sunset and spend a quiet leisurely evening as the day comes to an end.
PS - You do not need to prepare a picnic while at Seabrook. It's ready and waiting for you at the most unique grocery store on earth, Newton Farms. Purchase their delicious fresh shrimp salad and some crackers, and head to the beach. Absolutely delightful!
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Seabrook Island Egret
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Egret at Seabrook Island
Dolphin Encounter Cruise At Seabrook Island
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in Johns Island, SC
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Johns Island, also spelled John's Island, is one of the many Sea Islands along the coast of South Carolina and is one of the six distinct areas in the city proper of Charleston, located to the west of James Island and to the east of Wadmalaw Island a...
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Dolphin Encounter with Captain Chad
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When we arrived at Seabrook Island, SC, for a family weekend, our son announced that we were all in for a big surprise the next day! We were all told to be up, awake, alert and dressed by 7:30 a.m. Imagine our surprise when we discovered we were goi...
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Charleston, South Carolina's Most Beautiful City
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Charleston, South Carolina, is a beautiful city to visit. There is much to see and do there. The first thing to do is a carriage tour. This will show you the most well-known historic sites. As a grandma, one of my favorite spots in Charleston is Th...
Seabrook Island Sunset on the Beach
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Newton Farms - Freshfields A super place for great food!
I highly recommend!
- Newton Farms - the most wonderful grocery you will ever visit!
- Be sure to buy some of the excellent Shrimp Salad and a box of crackers! Then head to the shore to watch the sunset! Beautiful way to end a perfect day at Seabrook Island!
Are you planning a vacation to South Carolina beaches?
I enjoy reader comments. Please say hello.
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garywgoldstein
Yes, I would love to! If I have spare time and with a special someone, this place is great! Posted October 10, 2008 |
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Jewelsofawe
This is a great lens! Posted October 06, 2008 |
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bbug
Beautiful! Now I know I want to visit SeaBrook Island, just to take nature pictures. Posted July 22, 2008 |
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KimGiancaterino
Beautiful lens... I would love to see the Angel Oak someday. Welcome to All Things Travel. Posted July 12, 2008 |
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eccles1
what a nice lens the beach is so beautiful its been awhile since I've seen the ocean thank you Posted July 05, 2008 |
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LifeTeamBuilders
Hey Moon! Adding to my list of places to see...thanks for sharing! Posted June 26, 2008 |
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bbug
Looks like a great place to visit sometime. Thanks for the idea Posted June 22, 2008 |
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Snow_Bui
Wow! I didn't even know South Carolina had an island. Great lens! Posted June 09, 2008 |
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Charlyjl
This is somewhere that I would love to visit! It looks delightful! Posted May 31, 2008 |
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ElizabethJeanAllen
Hello from Summerville. You did a great job capturing the spirit of the island. Posted May 27, 2008 |
