Located on one of Souoth Carolina's less developed Sea Islands, Edisto Island is located just 42 miles or about an hour away from Charleston, SC and equally close to Savannah, GA, in case you want to visit Savannah during the famous St. Patrick's Day parade.
Edisto Island is home to Edisto Beach and Wyndham Ocean Ridge resort. There are two main roads on the island and a bike path that runs the length of the island. Rent a bike from the resort and ride to the national Seashore at the north end of the island for some wonderful shelling opportunities, watching wildlife or take advantage of the locally available fishing expeditions.
The only grocery store on the island is the Bi-Lo on Jungle Road. there are 3 gas stations and aboput a dozen locally owned resturants, including the renowned Old Post Office resturant just on the mainland. All specialize in local seafood.