Sophisticated golfcourses, quaint boutiques and fine-dining restaurants are among the upscaleofferings at Litchfield Beach. This is one of the oldest oceanfront communitiesin the area and one of the quieter alternatives to the touristed hot spot ofMyrtle Beach, which is a 30-minute drive north. Litchfield Beach is the placeto enjoy more sedate activities: stroll along the beach, collect seashells,fish and swim, or lie in a hammock on a porch as the locals do.
Thereare a large number of holiday houses and condos for rent here. Those on thebeachfront command the biggest price tag, but you can find reasonably-pricedalternatives, particularly in the low season between October and April. Guestsof the Litchfield Beach and Golf Resort have preferred tee times at the four golfcourses, as well as use of indoor and outdoor pools, and a day spa.
Find plenty of diningoptions along Ocean and Willbrook boulevards. Take your pick from hearty dinersto more upscale cafes and restaurants. There are also plenty of places forsnacks, including Latte Litchfield, a popular ice-cream spot among locals andwithin walking distance of the water.
Just three miles(five kilometers) south of Litchfield Beach on the Grand Strand is PawleysIsland, one of the oldest resort areas in the U.S. Here you'll find TheOceanfront Litchfield Inn, which includes a café and fine-dining restaurant,both overlooking the water. The small island has a population of less than 200and is renowned for its laid-back lifestyle. The public beach at the southerntip of the island is also a quiet place to swim or sunbathe.
HistoricGeorgetown, 16 miles (25 kilometers) southwest of Litchfield Beach, is anotherpopular day trip from here.
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