Head Island or Hilton Head is a town (located on an island of the same name) in Beaufort County, South Carolina. The island features miles of beachfront on the Atlantic Ocean and is a popular vacation destination. It is 20 miles (32 km) north of Savannah, Georgia, and 95 miles (153 km) south of Charleston, South Carolina. The island has a rich history that started with seasonal occupation by native Americans thousands of years ago, and continued with European exploration and the Sea Island Cotton trade. It became an important base of operations for the Union blockade of the Southern ports during the Civil War. Once the island fell to Union troops, hundreds of ex-slaves flocked to Hilton Head, which is still home to many 'native islanders', many of whom are descendants of freed slaves known as the Gullah who have managed to hold onto much of their ethnic and cultural identity.
Hilton Head Island is located at the southernmost tip of the state directly along the Atlantic Ocean. The island offers a unique blend of recreational, environmental and cultural amenities - including twelve miles of sandy white beach, world class golf, award-winning dining, and great shopping - set in a nature-conscience, picturesque background. And for all of you, who have dreamt of buying real estate on Hilton Head Island, this is the place for you. We offer tips and advice on buying real estate on islands. So, check out this site now and start planning for your dream home today!
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