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vibrant entertainment options. Myrtle 55+ ACTIVE ADULT
Beach got its start when the Burroughs and ocean breezes, a multitude of activities,
COMMUNITIES
Collins Company constructed a railroad in
SCREVEN’S HOPE at Conway to the ocean, and The Seaside a low cost of living and location that is
A temperate climate with pleasant
1900 that connected the Waccamaw River
Inn (built in 1901) helped to attract visitors
about halfway between New England and
to the beauty of the beaches. At the time,
south Florida make Georgetown County
this new community was called New Town
the ideal location for those who demand
until the local newspaper held a contest to
both a great location and great value.
choose another name, and Myrtle Beach
Below are some of the area’s 55+ Active
was chosen in honor of the wax myrtle trees
Adult Communities.
in the area.
AGE WHERE? THOUSANDS) TYPE? AMENITIES
HOW
MUCH? (IN
RESTRICTED,
COMMUNITY
Communities About 15 miles inland from HORRY COUNTY Prince Creek No Murrells Inlet $200s-$400s Single-family • Clubhouse • Exercise Room
55+?
Duplexes &
The Bays of
• Tennis Courts • Pavilions
detached
Georgetown is the small town of Andrews,
The Waccamaw and Winyah tribes
• Outdoor Pool • Patio
ranch
as quaint and quiet as the day it was originally settled Horry County, naming Live Oak Yes Murrells Inlet $200s Single-family • Clubhouse • Indoor Spa
• Sports Courts
founded more than 100 years ago with the it “Chicora,” meaning “the land.” When
Meadows of No Murrells Inlet mid $100s- Single-family • No HOA
consolidation of the towns of Rosemary and the European settlers appeared and
St. Patrick mid $200s ranch
Harpers Crossroads. Residents today enjoy began farming, timbering, and distilling
Parmelee No Murrells Inlet mid $100s- Single-family • Clubhouse • Fitness Room
the Black River which carves its way through turpentine, they named the area “The
low $200s detached • Outdoor pool
the town and the scenic trails that wind Independent Republic of Horry.”
Seasons at Yes Murrells Inlet mid-$200s- Single-family • Resort-Style Clubhouse
with it. The Black River is also known for its In the late 19th century, the cities of Prince Creek high $300s detached • Fitness Center • Indoor and
swimming holes, boating, and fishing. Avid Conway, the towns of Aynor and Loris, West Outdoor Pools • Tennis Courts
• Arts & Craft Studio
hunters especially enjoy the area with its and the community of Longs were centers
• Shuffleboard Courts
abundance of wildlife. for the lumber and turpentine industries, • Walking/Biking Trails
Roughly 30% of Andrews’ population connecting those industries to sawmills • Gated Community
consists of children under age 18, and the and ports via river and railroad. Today, Spring Forest Yes Murrells Inlet low-mid $100s Single-family • Clubhouse • Library
detached • Pool • RV & Boat Storage
population is largely young and diverse these inland communities offer a relaxed,
families. A small home in town can be Southern lifestyle with the bonus of being StoneGate at No Murrells Inlet low $200- Attached & Single • Clubhouse • Outdooe Pool
Prince Creek low $300 Family Detached • Walking/Biking Trail
a bargain for these families at less than close to the Grand Strand’s beaches.
$100,000, while just outside of town you can Of course, the heartbeat of Horry Woodlake Yes Murrells Inlet mid-high $100s Single-family • Lake, Pond or Woods Views
Village detached • Clubhouse • Library
purchase a significant tract of farm land for County is Myrtle Beach, the most
• Outdoor Pool
around $500,000. Riverfront homes can run populated city in the Grand Strand, known • Tennis Courts
from the $110,000s to close to $1 million. for its wide, golden-sand beaches and • Shuffleboard Courts
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