Guidebook for Mount Pleasant
Essentials
Harris Teeter
920 Houston Northcutt BlvdGet all your basic grocery needs in a very convenient location
High end groceries and a great selection of prepared food to go within minutes of the condo
111 residents recomanen
Whole Foods Market
923 Houston Northcutt BlvdHigh end groceries and a great selection of prepared food to go within minutes of the condo
A wide variety of signature items plus a great selection of wine and beer
88 residents recomanen
Trader Joe's
401 Johnnie Dodds BlvdA wide variety of signature items plus a great selection of wine and beer
Petco
1501 Highway 17Everything for Fido while you're in town!
Veterinary Specialty Care
985 Johnnie Dodds Boulevard24 Emergency Vet nearby, just in case.
Doctors Care - Mt Pleasant
631 Johnnie Dodds BlvdYou're in good hands at this Urgent Care Facility!
Food Scene
Starbucks
730 Coleman Blvdmmmmm, coffee! Really close by
Good food, great atmosphere...Sit outside! It's right on Shem Creek complete with boating activity, dolphins and beautiful sunsets
138 residents recomanen
Tavern & Table
100 Church StGood food, great atmosphere...Sit outside! It's right on Shem Creek complete with boating activity, dolphins and beautiful sunsets
Home Team BBQ
2209 Middle StBBQ in a fun, family atmosphere on Sullivan's Island
Cru Cafe
18 Pinckney StGreat eclectic menu in a wonderful renovated Charleston single house
Red Drum Restaurant
803 Coleman BlvdHave the Shrimp 'n Grits and a Pimm's Cup...delicious.
Momma Goldberg's Deli
230 Mathis Ferry RdBecause it's within walking distance of the condo.
Housemade pasta and Italian seafood dishes with patio and ocean view.
305 residents recomanen
Coda Del Pesce
1130 Ocean BlvdHousemade pasta and Italian seafood dishes with patio and ocean view.
Nice atmosphere and good food in the heart of Charleston. Try the shrimp n grits for some local flavor!
53 residents recomanen
High Cotton Charleston Restaurant
199 E Bay StNice atmosphere and good food in the heart of Charleston. Try the shrimp n grits for some local flavor!
When you're in Charleston, you need to try some local seafood...Oysters and shrimp are simply a must!
94 residents recomanen
R.B.'s Seafood Restaurant
97 Church StWhen you're in Charleston, you need to try some local seafood...Oysters and shrimp are simply a must!
Go to Indaco for the burrata, wood fired pizza, homemade pasta and decadent desserts
86 residents recomanen
Indaco
526 King StGo to Indaco for the burrata, wood fired pizza, homemade pasta and decadent desserts
A swank oyster hall built in an old bank with an ever evolving seafood menu
165 residents recomanen
The Ordinary
544 King StA swank oyster hall built in an old bank with an ever evolving seafood menu
Really good wood fired pizza and craft beer selection on James Island...Steps away from The Terrace Movie Theatre
96 residents recomanen
Crust Wood Fired Pizza
1956 Maybank HwyReally good wood fired pizza and craft beer selection on James Island...Steps away from The Terrace Movie Theatre
Breakfast is served at this fun place ALL day! Walk around funky Folly Beach and hit the surf for the day
170 residents recomanen
Lost Dog Cafe
106 W Huron AveBreakfast is served at this fun place ALL day! Walk around funky Folly Beach and hit the surf for the day
Wander off the beaten path to lovely Old Village Mount Pleasant and have a lovely dinner or brunch at the charming Post House Restaurant which is a neighborhood jewel.
61 residents recomanen
Old Village Post House Inn
101 Pitt StWander off the beaten path to lovely Old Village Mount Pleasant and have a lovely dinner or brunch at the charming Post House Restaurant which is a neighborhood jewel.
Cozy, local coffee shop with drive thru and delicious breakfast croissant sandwiches
23 residents recomanen
Metto Coffee & Tea
354 W Coleman BlvdCozy, local coffee shop with drive thru and delicious breakfast croissant sandwiches
Bringing ancient Tuscan cuisine with an innovative twist to the lowcountry.
67 residents recomanen
Trattoria Lucca
41 Bogard StBringing ancient Tuscan cuisine with an innovative twist to the lowcountry.
Because they make amazing croissant sandwiches...Try the salmon and dill cream or the prosciutto, mozzarella, basil and tomato.
45 residents recomanen
Baguette Magic
792 Folly RdBecause they make amazing croissant sandwiches...Try the salmon and dill cream or the prosciutto, mozzarella, basil and tomato.
Really good soups, salads and sandwiches. Casual atmosphere, close by.
191 residents recomanen
Five Loaves Cafe
43 Cannon StReally good soups, salads and sandwiches. Casual atmosphere, close by.
Top of the line steakhouse nestled within the gallery district of historic downtown and a short walk from the Battery.
49 residents recomanen
Oak Steakhouse
17 Broad StTop of the line steakhouse nestled within the gallery district of historic downtown and a short walk from the Battery.
Head to Sullivan's Island and try the Griddled Octopus or the Old Danger Pizza
443 residents recomanen
The Obstinate Daughter
2063 Middle StHead to Sullivan's Island and try the Griddled Octopus or the Old Danger Pizza
Good selection of tapas and authentic made-to-order paella
66 residents recomanen
Barsa Tapas, Lounge, & Bar
630 King StGood selection of tapas and authentic made-to-order paella
Steak house by night but don't miss their Sunday Gospel Brunch complete with live music and amazing homemade pop-overs
306 residents recomanen
Halls Chophouse
434 King StSteak house by night but don't miss their Sunday Gospel Brunch complete with live music and amazing homemade pop-overs
High Thyme Cuisine
2213 Middle StThis brunch never disappoints!
Diner-style, local favorite thats quickly becoming well known for it's tasty southern cuisine. Must try the fried okra, crab cake benedict or the biscuits and gravy ya'll!
171 residents recomanen
Page's Okra Grill
302 Coleman BlvdDiner-style, local favorite thats quickly becoming well known for it's tasty southern cuisine. Must try the fried okra, crab cake benedict or the biscuits and gravy ya'll!
Sightseeing
Tour the WWII aircraft carrier USS Yorktown on permanent display at Patriots Point minutes away
141 residents recomanen
USS Yorktown CV-10
40 Patriots Point RdTour the WWII aircraft carrier USS Yorktown on permanent display at Patriots Point minutes away
Step back in time when visiting this antebellum plantation listed on the National Register of Historic places. Features the "Avenue of Oaks" originally planted in 1743 and numerous original slave cabins which now house mini museums. The Gullah presentation is very educational.
248 residents recomanen
Boone Hall Plantation
1235 Long Point RoadStep back in time when visiting this antebellum plantation listed on the National Register of Historic places. Features the "Avenue of Oaks" originally planted in 1743 and numerous original slave cabins which now house mini museums. The Gullah presentation is very educational.
A beautiful cable-stayed bridge over the Cooper River. Use it to get to downtown Charleston...Drive it, bike it, jog it or walk it! Gorgeous views of Charleston harbor and downtown from atop the bridge.
64 residents recomanen
Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge
A beautiful cable-stayed bridge over the Cooper River. Use it to get to downtown Charleston...Drive it, bike it, jog it or walk it! Gorgeous views of Charleston harbor and downtown from atop the bridge.
Founded in 1676, you can still experience the beauty of the Magnolia Plantation Gardens and it's rich history today.
395 residents recomanen
Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
3550 Ashley River RdFounded in 1676, you can still experience the beauty of the Magnolia Plantation Gardens and it's rich history today.
Complete with House Museum dating from 1755, stable yards, and stunning gardens...Middleton Plantation is a lovely way to spend some time while visiting the Charleston area.
192 residents recomanen
Middleton Place
4300 Ashley River RdComplete with House Museum dating from 1755, stable yards, and stunning gardens...Middleton Plantation is a lovely way to spend some time while visiting the Charleston area.
Take the 30 minute narrated ferry ride from Liberty Square (downtown) or Patriots Point, (Mount Pleasant), to Fort Sumter National Park and learn about its pivotal role in the Civil War.
501 residents recomanen
Monument Nacional Fort Sumter
Take the 30 minute narrated ferry ride from Liberty Square (downtown) or Patriots Point, (Mount Pleasant), to Fort Sumter National Park and learn about its pivotal role in the Civil War.
Constructed at the turn of the 19th century by Nathaniel Russell, this historic home is best known for its spiraling staircase, detailed furnishings and landscaped gardens.
40 residents recomanen
Casa Nathaniel Russell
51 Meeting StConstructed at the turn of the 19th century by Nathaniel Russell, this historic home is best known for its spiraling staircase, detailed furnishings and landscaped gardens.
Built in 1738, Drayton Hall is one of the oldest surviving plantations left in the South. Explore the original, massive red-brick main house, wander a walking trail, or visit the African American cemetery.
87 residents recomanen
Drayton Hall
3380 Ashley River RdBuilt in 1738, Drayton Hall is one of the oldest surviving plantations left in the South. Explore the original, massive red-brick main house, wander a walking trail, or visit the African American cemetery.
Originally built in the early 1800's, the Aiken-Rhett House Museum is one of the best examples of antebellum life. Enjoy the house as well as the grounds with slave quarters, stables and kitchens which are beautifully preserved.
38 residents recomanen
Aiken-Rhett House
48 Elizabeth StOriginally built in the early 1800's, the Aiken-Rhett House Museum is one of the best examples of antebellum life. Enjoy the house as well as the grounds with slave quarters, stables and kitchens which are beautifully preserved.
A series of thirteen colorful historic houses in Charleston...the longest cluster of Georgian row houses in the US!
467 residents recomanen
Fila de l'Arc de Sant Martí
83-107 E Bay StA series of thirteen colorful historic houses in Charleston...the longest cluster of Georgian row houses in the US!
An absolute "must do" when visiting historic Charleston. Head to Palmetto Carriage Works red barn or go online and buy tickets for an hour long guided carriage tour through downtown Charleston and learn some things that are specific to this beautiful city. Guides are knowledgable and will take you on any one of three different tours that are chosen completely by lottery in order to keep horse traffic at a minimum...This is a wonderful way to experience Charleston!
67 residents recomanen
Palmetto Carriage Works
8 Guignard StAn absolute "must do" when visiting historic Charleston. Head to Palmetto Carriage Works red barn or go online and buy tickets for an hour long guided carriage tour through downtown Charleston and learn some things that are specific to this beautiful city. Guides are knowledgable and will take you on any one of three different tours that are chosen completely by lottery in order to keep horse traffic at a minimum...This is a wonderful way to experience Charleston!
Parks & Nature
Walk from the condo to the base of the Ravenel Bridge...Take a picnic and sit on the lawn, let the kids play on the playground, stroll to the end of the pier and sit on a swing...Great views of Charleston Harbor and the Ravenel Bridge
343 residents recomanen
Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park
99 Harry M. Hallman Jr BlvdWalk from the condo to the base of the Ravenel Bridge...Take a picnic and sit on the lawn, let the kids play on the playground, stroll to the end of the pier and sit on a swing...Great views of Charleston Harbor and the Ravenel Bridge
Take some time to relax in the sun...Just 12 miles south of downtown Charleston.
581 residents recomanen
Folly Beach
East Ashley AvenueTake some time to relax in the sun...Just 12 miles south of downtown Charleston.
3.3 square miles of beautiful, beachfront town...sand, surf, restaurants and shops, as well as Fort Moultrie tours.
346 residents recomanen
Sullivan's Island
3.3 square miles of beautiful, beachfront town...sand, surf, restaurants and shops, as well as Fort Moultrie tours.
7 miles of shoreline ideal for swimming, sailing, windsurfing or sunbathing. Also enjoy the two Tom Fazio-designed golf courses at Wild Dunes. Both courses open to the public.
220 residents recomanen
Isle of Palms
7 miles of shoreline ideal for swimming, sailing, windsurfing or sunbathing. Also enjoy the two Tom Fazio-designed golf courses at Wild Dunes. Both courses open to the public.
Start your tour at Waterfront Park by the giant pineapple fountain, then follow the walking paths on East Battery Street approximately one mile to White Point Gardens. Enjoy the row of Southern-style mansions overlooking Charleston Harbor and Rainbow Row along the way.
154 residents recomanen
White Point Garden
2 Murray BlvdStart your tour at Waterfront Park by the giant pineapple fountain, then follow the walking paths on East Battery Street approximately one mile to White Point Gardens. Enjoy the row of Southern-style mansions overlooking Charleston Harbor and Rainbow Row along the way.
Head to James Island to visit this very impressive, majestic live oak tree estimated to be 400 years old.
440 residents recomanen
Arbre Angel Oak
3688 Angel Oak RdHead to James Island to visit this very impressive, majestic live oak tree estimated to be 400 years old.
Centrally located Marion Square is a green space that is sometimes quiet and the perfect place to have a picnic and relax and sometimes the location for a major event in the city. Events include Fashion Week, Spoleto Festival, Wine Festival, Movies in the Park and a Farmers Market every Saturday from April to November between 8 and 2.
379 residents recomanen
Marion Square
Centrally located Marion Square is a green space that is sometimes quiet and the perfect place to have a picnic and relax and sometimes the location for a major event in the city. Events include Fashion Week, Spoleto Festival, Wine Festival, Movies in the Park and a Farmers Market every Saturday from April to November between 8 and 2.
Take your dog to the dog beach complete with sandy beach, grassy area, cleaning station, fenced area and waste stations.
234 residents recomanen
James Island County Park
871 Riverland DrTake your dog to the dog beach complete with sandy beach, grassy area, cleaning station, fenced area and waste stations.
Shopping
One of the nations oldest public markets housing hundreds of vendors of all kinds. Look for the sweetgrass baskets which are one of the oldest handcrafts of African origin in the US and still made locally...a centuries old tradition at the City Market
364 residents recomanen
Mercat de la ciutat històrica de Charleston
188 Meeting StOne of the nations oldest public markets housing hundreds of vendors of all kinds. Look for the sweetgrass baskets which are one of the oldest handcrafts of African origin in the US and still made locally...a centuries old tradition at the City Market
A wide variety of stores is found at Towne Center as well as a large theatre.
324 residents recomanen
Mount Pleasant Towne Centre
1218 Belk DrA wide variety of stores is found at Towne Center as well as a large theatre.
Take a lazy stroll down beautiful King Street and wander into any of the wide variety of shops it offers.
252 residents recomanen
King Street
King StreetTake a lazy stroll down beautiful King Street and wander into any of the wide variety of shops it offers.
Getting Around
Walk two blocks and rent bikes to get around Mount Pleasant or take a longer trek to Shem Creek, Old Village Mt Pleasant, Sullivands Island, Isle of Palms or go across the Ravenel Bridge using the bike lane provided to head into historic downtown Charleston by bike.
7 residents recomanen
Sweetgrass Cycles
234 Mathis Ferry RdWalk two blocks and rent bikes to get around Mount Pleasant or take a longer trek to Shem Creek, Old Village Mt Pleasant, Sullivands Island, Isle of Palms or go across the Ravenel Bridge using the bike lane provided to head into historic downtown Charleston by bike.
CARTA (Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority) has routes all over the greater Charleston area including stops in Mount Pleasant, (closest stop is on Wingo Way and Sandpiper), and the Charleston International Airport. Visit their website to plan your ride and consider the options for the best route and schedule.
49 residents recomanen
CARTA
36 John StCARTA (Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority) has routes all over the greater Charleston area including stops in Mount Pleasant, (closest stop is on Wingo Way and Sandpiper), and the Charleston International Airport. Visit their website to plan your ride and consider the options for the best route and schedule.
Arts & Culture
Set in the French Quarter neighborhood downtown, the Dock Street Theatre produces over 100 performances each season.
101 residents recomanen
Dock Street Theater
135 Church StSet in the French Quarter neighborhood downtown, the Dock Street Theatre produces over 100 performances each season.
For 17 glorious days and nights each spring, Spoletto Festival fills Charleston's historic district with art, music and theatre.
27 residents recomanen
Spoleto Festival USA
14 George StFor 17 glorious days and nights each spring, Spoletto Festival fills Charleston's historic district with art, music and theatre.
The Center for Everything. For music, dance, theatre, galas, trade shows and much more.
28 residents recomanen
Charleston Gaillard Center
95 Calhoun StThe Center for Everything. For music, dance, theatre, galas, trade shows and much more.
This building once housed an antebellum slave auction gallery.
32 residents recomanen
Museu del Vell Mercat d'Esclaus
6 Chalmers StThis building once housed an antebellum slave auction gallery.