King's Krest is a four-bedroom, two-bath, channel-front home located in Murrells Inlet. This 1,900 sq. ft. home includes a fully equipped kitchen complete with a microwave and dishwasher, a washer and dryer, central heating and air conditioning, mini-split heating and air conditioning, and ceiling fans throughout. Two TVs (Spectrum TV, On Demand), a DVD player with video library, stereo, and Wi-Fi are also provided. Sleeping accommodations include one king, five queen, and two twin-sized beds, plus a twin-over-twin bunk bed. This historic home also features three furnished screened-in porches, including an upstairs sleeping porch with a hammock; an eating area with a large table and a refrigerator in one of the first-level porches; and a sitting area in the third. There are additional hammock hookups under the oak tree and on the dock. Outdoor amenities include a charcoal and a gas grill, a two-shower bath house with hot and cold water, and a bathroom. A covered dock on the creek features a floating dock large enough to accommodate a 20-foot-plus boat and jet skis easily. The dock also has lights, running water, and a fish-cleaning station. Crab traps are available for use. There is a public boat ramp three doors down and multiple restaurants within walking distance. The property sits on a large lot (over 1 acre) that can accommodate boats, trailers, motorcycles, and extra vehicles. No smoking. No pets. Maximum occupancy: 12
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Conveniently located close to some of the best area attractions, Garden City Beach is directly south of Surfside Beach and ends on a peninsula at the mouth of Murrells Inlet. One of the most renowned attractions in Garden City Beach is the Pier at Garden City. Other points of interest include Marlin Quay Marina and restaurants, Sara J's Seafood Restaurant, Gulfstream Café, and Original Sam's Corner.
Just south of Garden City Beach is Murrells Inlet, a seaside community considered the "Seafood Capital of South Carolina" and home to some of the nation's best golf courses. Once primarily a fishing village, the town is best known for the Murrells Inlet MarshWalk, a half-mile-long boardwalk overlooking a pristine salt marsh, and the many award-winning restaurants along Highway 17 Business in the central business district.
Brookgreen Gardens, a sculpture garden and wildlife preserve built on four former rice plantations, is located slightly south of the MarshWalk. It features several themed gardens with American figurative sculptures, trails through several nature reserve ecosystems, and the Lowcountry Zoo.
If you're looking for places to shop, The Market Common, Broadway at the Beach, Barefoot Landing, two Tanger shopping outlets, Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade, and many more shopping facilities are all within an easy drive from Garden City Beach.
Looking for entertainment and attractions? Take in a show at Pirates Voyage, Medieval Times, Alabama Theater, The Carolina Opry, or Legends in Concert. Then visit SkyWheel Myrtle Beach, Ripley's Aquarium, WonderWorks, Ripley's Believe It Or Not Odditorium, Hollywood Wax Museum Entertainment Center, and The Pavilion Nostalgia Park.
Other points of interest nearby include the waterfront community of Georgetown and the historic town of Conway. Both towns include fine dining, shopping, and historic sites.
Take a day trip to Charleston to experience shopping, a harbor cruise, a city carriage tour, or a plantation tour. Charleston is only 87 miles from Garden City Beach - approximately two hours.
King’s Krest is a home layered with generations of family memories, where history is thoughtfully preserved and lovingly displayed. Throughout the home, you’ll find authentic touches from the past—vintage water skis, well-worn fishnets, and delicate pencil sketches—each telling a quiet story of coastal life lived fully.
On the water side of the property stands a magnificent oak tree, estimated to be 150–200 years old, a living landmark that predates the home itself and continues to watch over the inlet.
In the dining room, Mama Kate’s writing desk remains a treasured centerpiece. It once faced south in the family room, overlooking the sitting porch, and today stands as a reminder of slower mornings and handwritten correspondence. The small bell resting on the fireplace was used by Viola, the family cook, to call the Kings to breakfast. Viola faithfully walked each day from her home near Brookgreen Gardens and remained with the family well into the early 1980s—a testament to the deep relationships formed within these walls.
Much of the dining room furnishings—including the table, buffet, and two green chairs—date back to the first generation of the King family. The table is thoughtfully set with Mama Kate’s everyday China from the 1940s, offering guests a tangible connection to the home’s past.
Every antique and heirloom at King’s Krest has been intentionally preserved, carefully maintained, and professionally cleaned, allowing guests to experience the warmth and authenticity of a historic family home—one that feels welcoming, cared for, and rich with character.