There is something about building a fire on a fresh water beach and roasting marshmallows that appeals to most of us. Add to that scene the stars of a mild night in the South and the sounds of children’s laughter as they play tag in the light of a Carolina moon. What that all adds up to is a memory maker-the beginning of a legacy. If that scene plays well in your imagination, you will want to look into the possibilities at BIG WATER SANTEE on the shores of Lake Marion in South Carolina. BIG WATER is a recreational environment with a conceptual design based on the vision of developer, Jim Thigpen. He wanted to give the average American family a chance to vacation throughout the year and afford all of the amenities of a lakeside vacation without having to purchase a vacation home. Feasibility studies show that many families would like to have a vacation cottage, but waterfront property is very costly, and the upkeep of a second home often keeps the owners working while they vacation. BIG WATER is an alternative with affordable prices and exciting recreational opportunities. In addition to cabins and cottages which line the shore, BIG WATER also offers full hook up camping areas.