Dewees Island is a private barrier island north of Isle of Palms, a residential community integrated within a nature conservancy for the preservation of its wetlands and maritime forest. Its inhabitants form a close knit community of environmentally conscious naturalists.

Located 11 miles north of Downtown Charleston and accessible only by the ferry or a private boat, the island is 2½ miles of pristine beaches and marshes with an undisturbed maritime forest. Residents enjoy a total immersion into nature, complete with all the wildlife just not seen in more developed areas. Transportation within the island is limited to a fleet of golf carts that roam its wooden beachwalks and unpaved trails, in addition to the walkers and cyclists. 

Full Disclosure: This is a Carolina barrier island – things will get muddy.
Hurricanes happen. 
Sometimes the power goes out. 
But not as often as the Internet. 
But Dewees Island is the experience of your life – for you, and your children.

Dewees Island manages its own utility and emergency services, as well as the ferry that runs hourly from the Isle of Palms Marina. Amenities include a community center with swimming pool, tennis courts, game room, and hospitality suites that may be rented to owners and their guests, including those that own a vacant lot and simply wish to enjoy visiting the island.