JAMES ISLAND
Overview
James Island is a large triangular sea island framed by Wappoo Creek and Charleston Harbor to the north, Morris Island and Folly Beach to the east, and the Stono River and John's Island to the West. Affectionately nicknamed "Jim Isle," it is laced with creeks and marshes. Only five minutes from downtown Charleston across the city’s harbor is the countryside setting of James Island. This mostly-residential expanse of oak trees, tidal creeks and waterfront vistas offers a wide variety of stylish neighborhoods and home sites. James Island real estate as seen an increase in home prices and new developments in recent years. James Island is home to many new shops and restaurants that make James Island not only a great place to work, but a great place to live as well.
Exclusive real estate opportunities border windswept sea island estuaries, offering magnificent views of historic Fort Sumter, Charleston harbor, Folly Beach, Sullivan’s Island and the Morris Island Lighthouse.
During the 19th century, plantations were built on James Island, along with the village of Secessionville, a summer retreat for plantation owners. The Civil War began on James Island on the morning of April 12, 1861, when Confederate forces at Fort Johnson fired on Union-occupied Fort Sumter. Both forts were located on the island's northern shore.
Families can choose from a number of recreational opportunities, including those available at the popular James Island County Park. This incredible 643-acre park offers biking, nature trails, a climbing wall, an elaborate playground, pedal boats, kayaking, 16 acres of lagoons, fishing and crabbing dock, and picnic areas. Splash Zone, located inside the park, is a well-rounded water playground offering two 200-foot tube slides, a 500-foot lazy river, a leisure pool, and a Caribbean play structure with interactive elements. in addition, James Island County Park is host to the Holiday Festival of Lights. The Holiday Festival of lights attraction begins on Thanksgiving and runs through the New Year celebration. Searching for North Georgia Mountain Property?
