There is a casual and friendly island-style among the residents in Daniel Island Park. Families have moved here from all over the world. A very friendly culture wraps itself around you quickly. Friends are made on the meandering sidewalks, playing tennis or golf, sitting by the pool and at Daniel Island Club events. You will bump into neighbors often at the grocery store. This frequent socializing quickly leads to life long friendships. 

This is not a sleepy community. Golf carts zip from street to street and into the town center where friendly waves are exchanged. The Social Membership at The Daniel Island Club connects friends and neighbors so there are no strangers here. Families of all ages reside in these neighborhoods. Your neighbor may have traveled the world or been a television star or even a professional athlete.

Front porch conversations in Daniel Island Park can be fascinating. There is always something happening on the island. Numerous clubs and associations have formed to help like-minded individuals pursue their passion. Chances are if you have an interest in a particular field there is a club devoted to it. Invitations to lunches, dinners, wine tastings and cocktail hours are regular occurrences and it can only be the active lifestyles that keep waistlines in check! Golf, tennis, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, cycling or any of a number of physical activities are all available on the "Park Side." Perhaps the hardest decision on any given day is what can I fit in my schedule today.

Daniel Island Park's popularity continues to grow as people from all over the nation are moving to Charleston, recently voted the #1 city in America. The natural beauty of Coastal South Carolina could not be more pronounced than it is on this island with its 23 miles of waterfront. 

Combined with a temperate climate, the allure is obvious to visitors. Future amenities are under construction including new restaurants, shops, and even small hotels. In anticipation of continued growth, the Daniel Island Club completed a $4 million expansion and renovation in 2018 to keep pace with Daniel Island Park. Whether attending a concert at Volvo Car Stadium, wine tasting at the Club or just biking down a quiet street on the island, life on Daniel Island is a dream.

Daniel Island Park Homes

While the natural beauty of Daniel Island Park is impressive, the homes are each unique and postcard-perfect. The leading architects and builders in South Carolina have designed and built a wide range of showhomes. Many homes have views over the golf courses, and some have marsh or woodland vistas. Some of the very best homes are waterfront along Ralston Creek Street and Watroo Point. Sizes vary greatly, ranging from 2,500 to 10,000+ square feet.

Daniel Island Park Condos & Townhomes

For those seeking smaller accommodations or perhaps a "lock and leave" home, beautifully appointed condominiums and townhomes of all sizes are also available. Luxury condos overlooking the Wando River come on the market from time to time. These homes come with 50' boat slips just out the door. Other condos overlook a golf course. With so much to do in Charleston, these "lock and leave" options are popular.

Daniel Island Homesites

The island is almost completely developed. There are some Daniel Island homesites available where you can build your dream home. Homesites in Daniel Island Park start at about $350,000 and range up to $2,000,000.

The Daniel Island Club

Daniel Island Park residents enjoy Social Membership privileges at the Daniel Island Club and the ability to upgrade to a Sports Membership or one of several Golf Memberships. The club is a wonderful gathering spot for friends and neighbors to meet. There are many dining options from casual dining at the Island Park Club to cocktails and fine dining at Harry’s named for Harry Guggenheim.  Two world-class 18 hole golf courses are available to members. Rees Jones and Tom Fazio have both taken advantage of the island's natural beauty to offer discerning golfers a challenging experience in a truly spectacular natural setting. The PGA’s Nationwide tour selected these courses for several consecutive years for tournaments bringing some of the best golfers in the world to Charleston.

Golf is not the only recreational activity at the Club. There is a world-class tennis center with hard, clay and grass courts. The Island Park Club is home to a 10,000 square foot exercise facility, 2 saltwater resort-style pools and the extremely popular cabana bar with a full menu of casual dining options.

The Daniel Island Club maintains meeting rooms of all sizes right up to a grand ballroom. The club is very popular for Charleston weddings. There are about 5 different dining options at the clubhouse and poolside at the Island Park Club. They are always jumping with members sharing stories about island life. The social calendar is consistently full at the Club. There is something for everybody.

The Daniel Island Clubhouse

While the amenities of the Daniel Island Club can keep you busy check out these 7 other ways to enjoy island life.

Volvo Cars Stadium- Each year the world’s finest women tennis professionals come to compete in the Volvo Cars Open World Tennis Association Tournament. Some of the past winners are Venus and Serena Williams, Caroline Wozniacki and Sabine Lisicki. The facility is also frequently used as a concert venue treating audiences to celebrity performers like Willie Nelson, Sugarland, Train, The Beach Boys, and Darius Rucker. The annual Hootie and the Blowfish concert is always a sellout.  While there is plenty of free parking but local islanders ride their bikes or hop in the golf car to get there.

LTP Tennis Center-Members at this sprawling complex have access to 20 courts including 4 clay and 6 hard courts. All lighted for night play. There is an extensive teaching academy and a pro shop stocked with the latest attire. The 10,000 square foot clubhouse serves many entertainment purposes throughout the year including fundraisers and charity events.

Parks- Daniel Island has hundreds of acres of parks. It could take you weeks to see each one, but don’t miss Park Day in Smythe Park. Each year residents gather around the 11-acre lake and enjoy a day of food, music, and laughter. Have fun with hundreds of your friends and neighbors.

Walking/Bike Trails- The island is a walking and cycling dream. More than 18 miles of trails in all, the circuit winds through neighborhoods, over marshes and along the waterfront. Safely access other neighborhoods and experience nature along the way. Around the next bend might be a secluded pond or a view of the Wando River.

Downtown Daniel Island- A thoughtful mix of retailers and service providers are here to provide your daily needs. Shop, exercise, get a manicure, fill a prescription or dine out. It’s all here. Some residents never leave the island! Getting to load your groceries into a golf cart is a fun island experience.

Let’s Eat- Over 20 dining options are found on the island. There are a wide range of dining options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There is something to please everyone’s palate. Mexican, Italian, Mediterranean, Japanese, Pizza and more every year to explore.

Schools Serving Daniel Island Park

Daniel Island students are fortunate indeed. The original planners for the island put a premium on education. Some of the best property was dedicated to schools right from the start. With many teachers and administrators living on the island, the students and parents have an unusually great working relationship with the school. The Daniel Island Schools are among the highest rated schools in the state. Learn more about Daniel Island Schools.

Location/Directions

Daniel Island Park is conveniently located on the north side of Daniel Island. It seems like you can get just about anywhere in Charleston on I-526 freeway that acts as a bypass around Charleston in no more than 20 minutes. I-526 connects Mt. Pleasant, Daniel Island, North Charleston, and West Ashley. Area beaches of Sullivan’s Island or Isle of Palms are 15-20 minutes and the Charleston airport is usually about 15 minutes. The trip into Historic Charleston can be accomplished two ways and both take about 20 minutes. Here is an actual mileage chart for your convenience.

So how far is it to Historic Charleston, the beach, and the airport? Answer: 20 minutes in normal traffic.

Distance from Daniel Island Park to:

                                 Historic Charleston        13 miles

                                 Charleston Airport         10 miles

                                 Sullivan’s Island Beach   11 miles

                                 Isle of Palms Beach          9 miles

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