Where the Carolinas meet, the sun smiles on the charming fishing village of Little River. Nestled beneath the twisted arms of weathered oaks, you'll discover an unhurried and uncommon side of the Grand Strand. From clutches of cheerful shops, an unexpected array of merchandise spills forth. You can also schedule a deep-sea fishing excursion, take a cruise down the Intracoastal Waterway or hang around and chat with tanned dock workers while they haul in a day's catch. Restaurants, marinas and fresh seafood abound. Water is the undisputed king, and everyone is subject to its rule. Like the rest of the North Strand, Little River is growing rapidly, but it's still possible to discover marvelous pockets of solitude in this historic fishing village.

Of course, when you work on the Grand Strand you get to play there as well. Many folks who call the North Strand home boast that they still have the world's widest beach. While the claim is disputable, no one will deny that their beach is remarkably wide -- especially when the tide is at low ebb. Unlike many South Carolina beaches, this section of sand still offers plenty of room to bask in the sun, take long walks, mastermind sandcastles and play volleyball and paddle ball, even when the tide is high. From a dock in Little River you are only a short boat ride on the Intracoastal Waterway from where it opens up to the Atlantic Ocean.

Little River has grown in the last few decades to become a coveted, peaceful town in which to live. This kind of peace, quiet, Southern Charm and maritime beauty, in close proximity to bigger city amenities, is a rare and special find. Life is good in Little River!