I love the Smythe Park neighborhood on Daniel Island. I love it so much that I choose to raise my 4 kids in Smythe Park. There’s everything to love about Smythe Park life! Constructed around life in the outdoors, there are many unique features like the different parks, trails, and boat ramps that Daniel Island residents may access.
Pricing for Daniel Island Smythe Park homes ranges from about $400,000 to $2.5 million, offering home styles from townhouses to grand waterfront detached homes with private docks. One of Smythe Park’s most iconic outdoor attractions is Smythe Lake, Daniel Island’s 11-acre lake located in central Smythe Park. Smythe Lake offers beautiful trails and ample space for Daniel Island residents to enjoy fishing and kayaking. Smythe Lake is also a popular venue for many community events like the Daniel Island School Pumpkin Walk, the July 4th firework show and celebration, and the Charleston Duck Race!
Not only is Daniel Island home to great Charleston events, but it is also home to a rich history. Henry Smythe was a wealthy lawyer who helped his close friend and client, Harry Guggenheim, acquire the large parcel of land that is now known as Daniel Island. After Guggenheim passed away, Smythe was a driving force in assuring that the development of Daniel Island reflected Guggenheim ‘s ideals and plans for the island. Thus, the latest developers of Daniel Island honored the late attorney with his name, Smythe Park!
Smythe Park is complete with picnic areas, walking and bike trails, and the well-loved Pirate Park playground! Not far from Pirate Park, take a quick climb into the Daniel Island Treehouse, which enjoys views of the Wando River! The Daniel Island Treehouse is the perfect spot for enjoying sunrises over the Wando River and gorgeous Daniel Island sunsets. It is also a great place to bring your binoculars to see some awesome views of the Wando River Bridge.
Downtown Daniel Island offers spectacular dining that accommodates any taste and lifestyle. Enjoy an elegant evening at Sermet’s restaurant for fine dining or grab pizza at Orlandos. Enjoy delicious food, outdoor dining and the fun social scenes at Daniel Island Grill, Dockery’s, and Wasabi. Here is a list of all the Daniel Island restaurants: Laura Alberts, Ristorante LIDI, Vespa Pizzeria , Beech , Dragon Palace, Agaves Cantina, Ali Baba, Tropical Smoothie, Subway, Dominos, Tacos and Tequila, and Mpishi
Besides the outdoors and attractive spaces downtown, Daniel Island is also known for its amazing schools. Children can be educated from preschool to high schools on Daniel Island. Daniel Island Academy offers a wonderful education for preschool students. Preschool is also offered at the Church of the Holy Cross and Providence Church. The Daniel Island School is a public elementary and middle school (Kindergarten to 8th grade) that is walking/biking distance to many island neighborhoods. My four children rode their bikes to school from kindergarten to 8th grade. It is one of the top rated schools in SC. The island also has a private school option for high school students. Bishop England High School (9th-12th grade) is one of the state’s finest private schools! Bishop England is known for its academics and sports. They have won numerous state championships over the years.
In addition to all the attractions Daniel Island has to offer, Daniel Island residents can also buy a membership to the exclusive Daniel Island Club, featuring multiple private pools, tennis courts, fitness facilities, and world-class golf.
For our tennis fans, Daniel Island is home to the Volvo Car Open Stadium! Home to an annual pro ladies tennis tournament. The Volvo Car Open Stadium also hosts multiple concerts per year at an outdoor venue. Past entertainers include Jimmy Buffet, Alabama, Hank Williams, Jr, Darius Rucker, Hootie and the Blowfish and many more.
Daniel Island has everything you’re looking for and more.
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