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Pawleys Island

Shopping

Pawleys Island and the Litchfield Beach area (just north of Pawleys Island) are dotted with upscale boutiques and galleries along Ocean Highway (US 17) selling unique items. The handwoven hammocks that the island is known for can be purchased at The Original Hammock Shop in the Hammock Shops Village (10880 Ocean Hwy.). The retail village also contains quaint eateries and several other specialty stores selling jewelry, clothes and gifts. The Village Shops , adjacent to Hammock Shops Village, and the Island Shops across the street both present a handful of businesses in brightly painted clapboard structures.

Nightlife

When the sun goes down, the island entertains by way of cozy bistros that frequently offer live entertainment. The Island Bar & Grill , in the Village Shops at 10744 Ocean Hwy., has an outdoor deck where you can sip a drink while enjoying occasional karaoke and live bands; phone (843) 235-3399. Local musical talent playing blues or rock is typically on the roster at Pawleys Island Tavern on Ocean Highway from Thursday through Sunday; phone (843) 237-8465. Quigley's Pint & Plate (257 Willbrook Blvd.) serves beers crafted at its on-site brewery, with a daily happy hour and other drink specials; phone (843) 237-7010.

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