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Get Outside: Top 20 Things To Do Around Myrtle Beach

Top 20 Things To Do Around Myrtle Beach

For those new to the neighborhood, especially if you just relocated from another area, you might not know all of the great local spots to get out and enjoy our town. While back-to-school time signifies the end of summer, there’s still plenty of opportunity to get out and enjoy great weather in Myrtle Beach.

Whether you are hosting guests or just looking to learn more about the community, this list of fun things to do around Myrtle Beach is sure to keep you busy.

Top 20 Things To Do In Myrtle Beach 

  1. Practice your putting just steps from home on our community putting green!
  2. Get outside and enjoy a walk, run or ride a bike around the miles of nature trails that wind around our neighborhood’s acres of ponds with fountains.
  3. Enjoy the unmatched oceanfront amenities of the Ocean Club.
  4. Schedule a tee time at one of the 90+ courses around the Grand Strand.
  5. Swim a few laps around the community’s Junior Olympic size pool.
  6. Host a mini-charity dinner with your closest friends and have each couple donate towards a charity of your choice.
  7. Get gardening and add some quick accents to your outdoor living space with a few potted plants. 
  8. Learn how to make pottery at Lineta Pritchard Pottery Studio.
  9. Visit the Myrtle Beach Art Museum and tour the current exhibits.
  10. Roast some s’mores fireside at the community wood-burning outdoor fireplace.
  11. Walk along the Waccamaw River at Conway’s Riverwalk.
  12. Hike or bike on the East Coast Greenway, the country’s longest connected trail route extending from Maine to Florida.
  13. Go on a fishing trip in and around the Lowcountry area of Georgetown or along the salt marshes in Murrells Inlet.
  14. Ride a horse on the beach with Inlet Point Plantation Stables.
  15. Put your physical fitness to the test at the Carolina Forest Bike & Run Park.
  16. Check out a Movie Under the Stars at The Market Common.
  17. Pickup a new craft beer to try from a local brewery like New South, Crooked Hammock, Grand Strand Brewery or Tidal Creek.
  18. Catch some fish off the Apache pier, the longest wooden fishing pier on the East coast.
  19. Explore one of our great state parks in the area.
  20. Learn the official state dance of South Carolina – The Shag!

Getting Settled In Myrtle Beach

Even if you have lived on the Grand Strand for some time, it’s easy to miss many of the highlights that are local to the area. As a vacation destination, Myrtle Beach has thousands of attractions and things to do and with over 200 sunny days a year, it’s safe to say you’ll have plenty of time to explore year round. Our team is here to help you relocate right and settle in like a local. Be sure to check out our Live Local blogs for more area information!

Experience The New Standard Of Living

We invite you to come by and see for yourself what makes our new home community in the Grande Dunes irresistible to all outdoor lovers. Tour our beautiful community and see homes for sale with our on-site agents virtually or schedule a private tour today!

Live Local: Best Home Décor

Once you find your dream home it’s important to make your own mark on it. These local businesses are just a short drive from Living Dunes and offer neat home décor pieces, artwork, frames for your family portraits, one-of-a-kind pieces and a staff that helps you with exactly what you need to decorate your home. Check out a few of our favorite local spots for the best home décor and more!

 

Coastal Luxe Interiors

6613 N. Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC

Coastal Luxe Interiors can help you design the perfect office space, living room, kitchen and even help find the ideal fabrics for any piece of furniture or window in your home. They work with you to pick out everything from bathroom lighting and vanities to artwork and even dog accessories.

Knotting Hill Designs

7751 N. Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC

Give you home the design and style it deserves with help from Kimberly Grigg at Knotting Hill Designs. Besides personal interior design she also offers online courses for the designer in you! The interior design studio is in Rainbow Harbor near 50th Avenue North along Kings Highway. They also have a storefront in Northwood Plaza Shopping Center with rugs, paint colors, furniture, light fixtures, window treatment and so much more.

La Fayes @ 79th

7901 N. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach, SC

La Fayes at 79th has been serving folks along the Grand Strand for nearly 40 years with their lighting expertise. Come in for unique lamps, shades and all of your lighting repairs. The shop sells a variety of lamps including oriental, porcelain, table lamps, floor lamps and almost any kind you can think of. They also offer unique home décor ranging from decorative bowls to wall art.

Rose Arbor Fabrics/Barbara’s Fine Gifts

6916 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach, SC

This locally owned business has top of the line fabrics in every color and pattern you could imagine. Rose Arbor Fabrics also offers interior design services, furniture, drapery and plenty of accessories to make your house a home. Located inside, Barbara’s Fine Gifts sells gorgeous fine china and gifts and offers wedding registry services.

Sago House Furniture

6902 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach, SC

Sago House Furniture is the one of the best local shops for amazing pieces of furniture unlike any other. Everything they have in the store is available for immediate delivery “from their house to your home.” Their unique pieces range from hand painted accent pieces to sleek dining sets. You can also order custom furniture in any style or color you prefer.

Frame Factory

6912 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach, SC

The Frame Factory can take a lifeless piece of art and give it a whole new look with the proper matting and a brand-new frame. Bring them your favorite photographs or artwork to have them transform each special moment into something brand new that you can’t wait to hang up in your home.

Fabric Décor & More

6613 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach, SC

Find the perfect indoor or outdoor fabrics for your patio furniture and then some at Fabric Décor and More in Myrtle Beach. The store features exciting trims, furniture, home accents and a team that’s ready to help you bring your design ideas to life.

 

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Live Local: Celebrating Pi Day

Celebrate PI with pie

Top 5 Places to Get Pie in Myrtle Beach

Pi Day is March 14 (3.14) and who doesn’t love a great slice of the real thing? From specialty pies to delectable southern delights, there’s a place for everyone this Pi Day around Living Dunes in Myrtle Beach.

  1. Croissants Bistro & Bakery
    Just up the street is Croissant’s Bakery next to Hook and Barrel. The specialty bakery serves up homemade Key Lime Pie for two and a bevy of other amazing desserts including coconut custard and chocolate salted caramel. Stop by and sit outside to enjoy your slice of pie with a gourmet tea or coffee.
  2. Sea Captain’s House
    Sea Captain’s House is a local establishment that’s been serving locals and visitors its delightful southern fare with ocean views for over 50 years. Their world-famous (okay maybe just Myrtle Beach famous) pies include Key Lime or the decadent Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie. There’s not a bad view in the place so pull up a chair and enjoy your dessert.
  3. Greg Norman Australian Grille
    Make your way up to Barefoot Landing and experience exquisite waterway views from your table at Greg Norman’s. Their dessert menu takes on a classic southern dish with its Sweet Potato Pie. The sweet potato custard is topped with a marshmallow meringue in a delicious flaky crust. They also feature a Peanut Butter Cheesecake (if you count that as pie)!
  4. Thoroughbred’s Chophouse
    This Restaurant Row staple is not only known for its amazing steaks and seafood, but they serve up a mean dessert as well. The Triple Crown is an enormous chocolate pie with a cookie crust topped with chocolate ganache, Russian chocolate mousse and homemade whipped cream and raspberry puree. Bon Appetit!
  5. Ruth’s Chris Steak House
    Though it might technically be considered a pie, the Warm Apple Crumb Tart at Ruth’s Chris Steak House definitely deserves a mention. Fresh Granny Smith apples are baked inside of a pastry with a streusel crust and served with a side of vanilla ice cream. Save room for a specialty cocktail or glass of wine to enjoy with your pie.

EXPERIENCE THE NEW STANDARD OF LIVING

We invite you to come by and see for yourself what makes our new home community in the Grande Dunes irresistible to all who love to live local at the beach! Tour our beautiful community and see homes for sale with our on-site agents virtually or schedule a tour today!

Just SOLD: The Cooper At Living Dunes

2021 Kicks Off With Record Breaking Sales

Following the heels of a very busy end to 2020, new homes sales in Living Dunes are continuing to set the pace for a great year with a record breaking number of sales in February alone, including The Cooper on Lot 8 which was a move-in ready home. Forty new homes were added to the construction line up in 2020, as the COVID-19 Pandemic brought an influx of buyers to the Myrtle Beach area who were seeking new homes to match their new stay at home & remote work lifestyle. A trend that has continued into 2021 with many new homebuyers joining the lineup already. While the sale of the The Cooper takes the last remaining inventory home off the market, plans for three new to-be-built homes area already underway!

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See Original Blog Announcing The Cooper Below

Move-In Ready Inventory Home Just SOLD

Warm and welcoming, The Cooper’s expansive front porch beckons you in with a classically Southern design that seemingly feels incomplete without a few rocking chairs, some lush ferns and a cool pitcher of homemade sweet tea.

The Cooper  |  Lot 8  |  $299,900

  • 3-BD / 2.5-BA
  • 2,200 Est. Heated SQ FT
  • Upgraded Features Throughout
  • 1st Floor Master

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Yellow two story home big front porch The Cooper home plan

About The Cooper

Gorgeous Lowcountry style architecture can be seen in thoughtful details, such as the beadboard ceiling above the porch and the dormers that accentuate the second floor.

Southern style home with dormers big fornt porch

Thoughtful Design

Inside, the foyer opens to the great room that flows into the dining room and into the kitchen designed for entertaining. Gather your friends or kids around the island with bar stool seating as you cook or clean the dishes.

Open living room with wood floors and windows

Open kitchen with seating and hallway leading to outdoors

Around the corner, a first floor laundry room is conveniently located near the private master suite that is situated at the rear of the home.

Mastering Privacy & Elegance

Elegant master bedroom features a detailed tray ceiling, large walk-in closet and attached en suite bathroom with a walk-in tiled shower, dual sink vanity and separate water closet.

Bright room closet door open bathroom and closet

Big windows in vacant room with fan

Grey Cabinets and dual sink vanity with walkin shower

White cabinets and light counters on dual sink vanity near walk in shower

On A Level All Their Own

From the staircase up to the second floor, you immediately enter a hall linking the sleeping quarters with the living area. Ideal as a tv room, den or playroom. Allowing flexibility in your design, the flex space upstairs can be converted to a bonus room or 4th bedroom.

Looking up a staircase with white and wood

Looking down a hall with wood flooring near bright windows

Upstairs wood hallway to open living space

The rear entrance brings you to an outdoor space and detached 1.5-car garage.

Green grass courtyard between garage and house

Yellow house and detached garage near black fence

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Experience A Higher Standard

Feel firsthand the difference higher standards in building practices and choice of construction material makes in the end product of your home. Schedule a private tour or virtual chat today with our on-site Sales Agents.

The Spray Foam Insulation Advantage

Live A Healthier Life with Spray Foam

Equally, if not more, as important as the look of your home is how you’re home functions and what it holds “behind the walls” where you can’t see! At Living Dunes, all of our new homes are built to a higher standard than you will find with typical production neighborhoods. One of our standards, Spray Foam Insulation, is modern, high-performance material that’s designed to unprecedented barrier to control air leakage and we are proud to by Myrtle Beach’s first community to include spray foam as a standard in all homes.

Why Spray Foam Insulation? This unique method of home insulation and air-sealing permeates into gaps and cracks to form an unprecedented barrier to control air leakage.

Attic With Spray Foam

Good For You & Your Environment

Spray foam is not only eco-friendly in it’s efficiency but it’s healthier for the environment and your family! Installed in the exterior walls and attics of every Living Dunes home, spray foam contains no Formaldehyde, a known respiratory irritant that’s used as a binding agent in fiberglass insulation which has been proven to cause major health issues. You also won’t find CFCs or HCFCs which are potent greenhouse gases that deplete the ozone.

The Spray Foam Advantage

A liquid spray application, spray foam is made up of millions of tiny cells. These cells are filled with air to provide permanent control of air and airborne moisture movement. Expanding up to 100x within seconds of being sprayed, it permanently adheres to the surfaces of the surrounding building materials, sealing all gaps.

In addition to superior insulation and air leakage control, Living Dunes homeowners will enjoy these additional Spray Foam benefits:

  • Reduction of outside noise
  • Protection against moisture build-up from our humid climate which causes wood rot and mold
  • Improved indoor air quality due to the elimination of unwanted airborne irritants
  • Elimination of pest entering your house and walls

Traditional insulation simply cannot offer the same level of protection without additional sealants that are not always eco-friendly. This environmentally safe product is just one more of the higher standards you will find at Living Dunes. Check out the full list here or contact us to schedule a tour to experience Living Dunes first hand!

Home Plan Spotlight: The Kiawah

Among the most sought-after home plans within the Palmetto Collection, the Kiawah offers the perfect mix of privacy and open living space with an elegantly classic design that maximizes indoor and outdoor living.

With expansive and welcoming porches, this stately southern charmer starts in the $600’s.

  • 4-Bedrooms / 3.5-Bathrooms
  • 2,700 Heated SqFt/3,028 Total SqFt
  • First Level Master Bedroom Suite
  • Detached 1.5 Car Garage

Smart & Spacious First Floor Design

One of the most sought-after home plans within the Palmetto Collection, The Kiawah offers privacy and space to entertain with an elegantly classic design that maximizes indoor and outdoor living.\spacious open concept floor plan creates a great first floor living space that includes a master suite, kitchen, dining and great room.

Front Elevation of two story home

Overlooking the great room and dining room, the kitchen features an island with bar stool seating, walk-in pantry and chic tiled backsplash.

Fireplace near dining room and kitchen

Mastering the Master Suite

Privately situated at the back of the home, the first floor master bedroom suite boasts his and hers walk-in closets and a gorgeous bathroom with a custom tiled walk-in shower, dual sink vanity and separate water closet.

Tray Ceiling White Room Window Open Door

Grey Full Tiled Walk In Shower With Bench

A laundry room and separate den/office are conveniently located near the master suite, as well as the back entry foyer featuring a custom built-in coat rack.

White Bead Board Coat Rack With Hooks

A Second Floor All Their Own

Upstairs features a lounge, additional storage space, two-full bathrooms and guest bedrooms with the option to add a second story balcony accessible from the bedrooms.

Upstairs banister wood floors grey walls

Outdoor Space Designed By You

Outside, the detached garage helps to create a courtyard space that can be fitted with its own fire pit, kitchen and patio, which is perfect for enjoying gorgeous sunsets over the lake.

Teal Home Brick patio Green Grass

Experience A Higher Standard

Built to higher standards of construction by CRG Companies, the Kiawah includes 2×6 exterior wall construction, icynene spray foam insulation, 50-year warranty shingles, and impact resistant windows.

Living Dunes Homes For Sale The Cooper

Why Buy New? Five Benefits Of Buying A New Home

Many factors such as location, timing and price can affect your decision to purchase a new home or resale. Often home buyers looking to relocate need flexibility in timing that can be better managed when building new. And, while often the perceived price of new construction can be daunting, when you factor in the issues and renovation projects that come along with buying an older home you’ll find a new construction home can actually be a better financial investment.

So, why buy new over a previously owned home? Here are our top five benefits of buying a new home.

1. Floor Plan

New homes feature layouts that are designed for modern living and Living Dunes homes make no exception. Our architectural design team is constantly evolving our home plans to fit the lifestyle of our homeowners. From open floor plans to room sizes and creative use of spaces and natural light to the positioning of the home on the lot you will find that newer construction takes into consideration daily living on a grander scale.

2. Less Maintenance

Building codes are continually being refined and older homes may not reflect the latest updates that keep your family safe and your home running efficiently. CRG Companies, our home builder at Living Dunes, practices higher standards and builds above code which equates to high quality, long-lasting homes with less maintenance.

3. Efficient, Healthy Homes

Green building practices and eco-friendly construction materials are also ever changing. Older homes can lack these advancements, such as proper insulation, updated appliances, efficient HVAC systems, and windows and doors that keep your precious A/C inside and the drafts out. Newly built homes also feature green building materials that are known to be safer for your family.

4. Smarter Technology

As Myrtle Beach’s first gigabit community, Living Dunes partnered with HTC to exclusively feature GigaHOME technology and 100% fiber-based gigabit internet connections to each and every home in the community. Everything from your refrigerator and thermostat to your home security system works better connected to uber-fast internet, and all Living Dunes homes include a standard home technology package designed for entertainment, security and efficiency.

5. Amenities

Just as home construction changes, so does the way you use your home! Today’s homeowners are spending more time at home than recent years and are looking for ways to cut travel time for daily activities. New communities tend to focus on amenities that foster a healthy lifestyle and at Living Dunes we make no exception. We designed a boutique neighborhood conveniently positioned in the heart of one of Myrtle Beach’s top residential locations with amenities that allow you to practice your put, swim laps, go for a run or enjoy the great outdoors with friends- just a few steps out your front door – or your front porch in our case.

Golf putting green at living dunes

Living Dunes Lifestyle

Our prime location and unparalleled amenities coupled with our energy-efficient technology, decreased maintenance and higher standards of building, are just a few benefits of why to buy a new home in Myrtle Beach. If you are interested in learning more about becoming a resident of Living Dunes, register here and receive updates on the community, sign up for a virtual tour or talk with our team for more information.

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Home Plan Spotlight: The Jamestown

The Jamestown single story home plan available at living dunes

This single family home plan is available to be built lakefront or with water views, starting at $476,800 and featuring:

KEY FEATURES:

  • 3-Bedrooms / 2-Bathrooms
  • 1,722 Heated SqFt
  • Attached 2-car garage
  • Single story house plan with optional second story
  • Kitchen features an island with bar stool seating area
  • Master bath features a walk-in tiled shower and large walk-in closet
  • Laundry room conveniently located near bedrooms

The Jamestown Home Plan

Seeking to give homeowners convenience and more time enjoying what matters most, The Jamestown’s thoughtful layout is strategically designed to make life’s chores a little simpler. By designing the kitchen near the garage, and the laundry room near the sleeping quarters, this home plan takes extra steps out of the day-to-day upkeep to leave more time enjoying an exceptional life well-lived. front entry features a welcoming porch and seating area, perfect for enjoying South Carolina’s gorgeous year-round weather.

From the front door, the home’s spacious great room flows into the dining room, past the guest bedrooms before reaching the kitchen and back entryway. Conveniently located near the laundry room, the master suite and two guest bedrooms are privately situated away from the main living areas.

The master suite boasts a large walk-in closet, tray ceiling, bathroom suite and luxurious attention to detail.

Extending off of the bedroom, the master bathroom features a walk-in full tiled shower, dual sink vanity and separate water closet.

As the heart of the home, the island serves as the gathering place therein and provides additional bar stool seating.

Offering spacious and convenient living in the Lowcountry, The Jamestown home plan seeks to make room for more than furniture, but rather space to make memories with those who matter most.

Take a virtual tour of this home today!

Experience A Higher Standard

Feel firsthand the difference higher standards in building practices and choice of construction material makes in the end product of your home. Schedule a private tour or virtual chat today with our on-site Sales Agents.

New Home Plan Announced: The Southport

Blending the best attributes of our one level home plans, The Southport is the latest to join the Palmetto Collection of single family homes available in the remaining two phases of construction. The Southport intentionally seeks to be a fusion of the most favored features from The Ashley and The Edisto home plans.

The Southport

Bringing together the best features of our single family homes, The Southport is thoughtfully designed. Offering spacious single-story living, the 3-bed, 2-bath Southport home plan features an incredibly open single level layout that has an abundance of storage space, walk-in closets in every bedroom, and a privately tucked away master suite that boasts a walk-in tiled shower.

Front rendering of The Southport

KEY FEATURES:

  • 3-Bedroom / 2-Bath
  • Single story floor plan
  • Open concept layout
  • Kitchen features an island with bar stool seating
  • Master suite has two expansive walk-in closets
  • Master bath features a walk-in tiled shower
  • Walk-in closets in every bedroom

With entertaining in mind, the kitchen has an added sense of openness to the main living areas with an island and bar stool seating. Separating the sleeping quarters from the main living areas, the hallway includes two large closets for guests to hang their coats or to store holiday decorations. With walk-in closets in each guest bedroom and two in the master bedroom, this home offers an abundance of storage space throughout.

Rear Exterior of Southport with attached two car garage

At the rear of the home, a mudroom makes the perfect entryway for muddy or sandy feet. And with the laundry room right around the corner, it’s easy to unwind after a long day at the beach, from beside the clubhouse pool or taking advantage of the outdoor amenities we have here onsite.

Privately situated nearby, yet away from the main living areas is the master suite which boasts two expansive walk-in closets and a bathroom suite with a walk-in tiled shower, water closet and dual sink vanity.

At Living Dunes, we strive to exceed expectations and are ever evolving to meet the needs of our clients. With thoughtfulness and intention, The Southport is meant to give homeowners what they love most: time and space to enjoy life, family and friends.

Experience The New Standard Of Living

We invite you to come by and see for yourself what makes our new home community in the Grande Dunes irresistible. Tour our beautiful community and see homes for sale with our on-site agents virtually or schedule a private tour. Contact us today!

COVID-19 Notice: Agents are on-site Monday through Saturday and our model home is always available for a tour. At this time, in order to maintain the safety of all, we ask that whenever possible private tours are scheduled in advance. If you are unable to travel to the area or join us on-site virtual tours and showings are also available.

living dunes amenities

Maximize Your Day to Day In A Healthy Way

According to the EPA, Americans average 90% of their time indoors, once you factor in your work day and daily commute, getting time outdoors can be difficult! Expansive front porches overlooking well-appointed outdoor spaces are a hallmark of the Living Dunes Lowcountry architecture style. And while they add to the charm and beauty of each home, their design was inspired by neighborhoods of our past to create a sense of community among neighbors and give you plenty of space to easily live life outdoors!

With miles of walking trails, green spaces and parks throughout, community outdoor spaces that include an outdoor fireplace and putting green all surrounded by 10 acres of lakes and fountains, it’s safe to say that the developers of Living Dunes had intention behind every detail of the community design. The goal was to create a new lifestyle where you can live local and enjoy the space around your home as much as you do inside. Take a virtual look around in our online gallery.

Surprising Benefits Of Outdoor Spaces

Outdoor spaces can increase your home value and provide alternate entertaining spaces, however did you know there are also benefits to your health that come along with outdoor living? Getting outdoors can help lower stress and create a calming sense, as well as foster social activity. Time outside has also shown to boost immunity and help you recover faster when you do get sick.

Top 5 Ways To Stay Fit & Relax Outdoors At Living Dunes

  1. Take a walk or run on the miles of trails in the neighborhood
  2. Practice your swing on the putting green
  3. Relax in the butterfly garden and listen to the soothing sounds of the fountains
  4. Have a dinner party or fireside chat with friends at the community outdoor fireplace
  5. Swim a few laps in the Junior Olympic pool on-site before soaking up some Vitamin D

After the last few months spent in our homes, we’ve all learned the value of being able to enjoy some time outdoors. The mild climate of the Grand Strand makes it possible nearly year-round, while the porches, courtyards and amenities at Living Dunes act as an extension of your homes intended to bring you closer to nature. Our close proximity to the ocean, waterway and local trail systems intentionally gives you less time commuting and more time outdoors!

Experience the New Standard of Living

We invite you to come by and see for yourself what makes our new home community in the Grande Dunes irresistible to all outdoor lovers. Tour our beautiful community and see homes for sale with our on-site agents virtually or schedule a private tour today!

COVID-19 Notice: Agents are on-site Monday through Saturday and our model home is always available for a tour.  At this time, in order to maintain the safety of all, we ask that whenever possible private tours are scheduled in advance. If you are unable to travel to the area or join us on-site virtual tours and showings are also available.

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