Patriots Point Links features
impressive views of its
stunning surroundings.
Thirty-six holes at Seabrook are split
between the Crooked Oaks and Ocean
Winds courses.
And these two are the perfect mix of
what Charleston golf is all about. Crooked
Oaks’ 6,800 yards provide a true Low-
country feel, with designer Robert Trent
Jones Sr. surrounding his finished prod-
uct with the centuries-old live oaks and
hanging moss.
OFF THE COURSE
ENTERTAINMENT
THE ROOFTOP AT VENDUE
thevendue.com/charleston-dining/
the-rooftop
Also known for its dining menu, the Rooftop is
a favorite for after-dinner drinks for romantics
or buddies. But regardless of company, all are
treated to the backdrops such as the Ravenel
Bridge, downtown and Charleston Harbor.
CITY MARKET
thecharlestoncitymarket.com
B i l l e d a s “ C h a r l e s t o n ’s m o s t v i s i t e d
attraction,” the market is into its third century
of existence. Wares like hand-woven baskets
are for sale next to shoes next to jewelry next
to Lowcountry stoneground grits.
The aptly named Ocean Winds—one of
architect Willard Byrd’s better Lowcoun-
try layouts—is speckled with palmetto
trees, oversized waste bunkers and the
sights, sounds and smells of the ocean just
to the east.
PATRIOTS POINT LINKS AT
CHARLESTON HARBOR
patriotspointlinks.com
Five years after being decommissioned in
1970, the USS Yorktown aircraft carrier
CLOSED FOR BUSINESS
closed4business.com
More than 40 taps of craft beers make C4B
a favorite for connoisseurs looking for more
than the standard domestic. It certainly earns
the moniker “draught emporium.”
BULLDOG GHOST TOURS
bulldogtours.com/ghost-tours
While there are four solid year-round
companies offering similar tours, Bulldog
sets itself apart with nine different factions
to spook believers and non-believers alike.
Reservations are always a good idea,
especially in the fall.
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RODNEY SCOTT’S BBQ
rodneyscottsbbq.com
A spinoff of his parent’s place—located in
an old gas station in Hemingway, S.C.—
Rodney’s version is a little more mainstream.
The menu includes the staples of the older
establishment but with some added tastes
broadening the horizon.
FOOD
HUSK
huskrestaurant.com/home
Dinner is called supper, the cornbread comes
in a skillet and all the ingredients served at
this high-end establishment are required to
come from the South.
FLEET LANDING
fleetlanding.net
Set in the shadow of the massive U.S.
Customs House and overlooking the
Charleston Harbor at the convergence of
the Cooper and Ashley Rivers feeding into the
Atlantic, Fleet Landing is one part southern
grub and one part seafood.
The Charleston City Market has been buzzing for
centuries and is a popular attraction.
was towed from New Jersey to Charleston,
where it could become the focal point of
the Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Muse-
um. Four years after that, and just a short
walk away, Patriots Point Links opened
for business, setting up what has been an
impressive four decades since.
Most notably, the par-3 No. 17 here has
made its mark. The 150-yard hole is a
sight to behold, with views of the York-
town, Charleston Harbor, Fort Sumter and
downtown all coming into the frame.
MINERO
minerorestaurant.com
This casual Mexican joint will fill you up
without breaking the bank. The taco selection
is vast, and the grilled wings are flavor tossed
table side to ensure maximum freshness.
Rodney Scott’s slow-smokes its barbeque all
night long.
HOW TO GET THERE
By Air: Charleston International
Airport is just a 20-minute drive from
downtown.
By Car: Charleston is approximately
a 6-hour drive from Richmond.
Best Time to Go: Spring and fall
offer the most comfortable weather
conditions.
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