Litchfield and Pawleys Island

Consisting of beautiful beaches, scenic world-class golf courses, charming Lowcountry resorts and a genteel atmosphere that enables visitors to unwind and relax, the southern tip of the Grand Strand is an appealing alternative to golfers and families looking for a more laid back Myrtle Beach golf vacation.

The southern region of the “Golf Capital of the World” is highlighted by Pawleys Island and Litchfield Beach. Golfers will find a variety of award-winning designs including the area’s first course, historic Litchfield Country Club, Willbrook Plantation, River Club, Founders Club, Pawleys Plantation and Heritage Club. All of these courses belong to the collection of award-winning layouts that make up the Waccamaw Golf Trail.

Get the latest on all of the high-profile courses along the Waccamaw Golf Trail by browsing online at www.waccamawgolftrail.com.

Accommodations

For golfers looking to “Stay and Play,” Litchfield Beach & Golf Resort is the epicenter of activity for this area of the Grand Strand. Guests of the resort will enjoy preferred tee times on some of the most awarded golf courses in the area. This is especially vital when trying to reserve a tee time at exclusive club’s like Litchfield Country Club, which is only enjoyed by a small percentage of visiting golfers.

The resort’s central, yet secluded location afford guests easy access to all the sights and sounds of Myrtle Beach, yet still manages to capture the
essence of being away from it all.

The 600-acre resort has accommodations on the golf course, on the ocean, fronting lakes and in many other scenic spots. Guests can combine those choices with a selection of suites, condominiums, villas and houses to create the ideal vacation setting. For more information or to make a reservation, visit www.litchfieldbeach.com.

Golf Schools

Challenging the top-notch golf courses along the Grand Strand can be a difficult chore if your game isn’t clicking on all cylinders, so why not take a lesson from one of Myrtle Beach’s top golf instructors. With the thousands of duffers who descend upon this celebrated golf destination, the area’s top teachers have seen every conceivable swing flaw and know how to fix it.

Located in Pawleys Island, the Steve Dresser Golf Academy is home to a team of top professionals. The academy offers outstanding teaching facilities, state-of-the-art video equipment and a decorated staff. Travel and Leisure golf recently called it “one of the top golf schools in the country.”

Another option is the acclaimed Phil Ritson-Mel Sole School of Golf, which was ranked among the top 25 in the country by Golf Magazine last year. Want to become a better ball-striker, visit the Chuck Wike Golf School, known as the No. 1 “Ball Striking School in the World.” The Chuck Wike Golf School is housed by The Tradition Club, one of the area’s premier golf facilities.

Shopping

When stepping out to shop in Pawleys Island, your first stop should be The Hammock Shops, home to more than 20 specialty shops and restaurants all in a historic park-like setting. This shopping village was started in 1938, and is home to the original Pawleys Island rope hammock.

Today guests can browse the various shops and specialty stores beneath moss-draped oaks that are surrounded by beautiful gardens of azaleas and camellias. Hammocks, benches and rockers beckon you to pause, relax and enjoy your day in the heart of the Carolina Lowcountry. For more information, visit www.thehammockshops.com.

Dining

The restaurant scene in Litchfield and Pawleys Island is home to an eclectic mix of everything from world-class seafood to traditional comforts such as burgers and hot dogs that are always enjoyed at the golf course.

Located within the legendary Hammock Shops Village is the casual, Lowcountry establishment High Hammock Maverick Seaside Kitchen, which offers dinner nightly, and will soon introduce daily lunch and Sunday brunch.

Enjoy the tastes and culture of the Pacific Rim and Asia at the Emi Asian Bistro & Sushi Bar in Pawleys Island. Open Monday to Saturday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Emi’s was recently hailed as the “Best Place for Sushi” by the Myrtle Beach Sun News.

Found in the heart of Pawleys Island is the well-known Bistro 217, home to executive chef Adam Kirby. Offerings here include seafood, steaks and pasta with an assortment of specialty dishes. It’s the place to be for upscale dining at a casual fare in downtown Pawleys.