The Ponds is situated on some of the most sought-after South Carolina real estate, and enjoys an ideal setting in the lush Lowcountry, nestled among the live oaks of the Ashley River's headwaters.  Summerville, SC, a town just 25 miles inland from Charleston, is one of the most treasured areas in the South, rich in both history and charm.

Charleston, currently the second most populous city in South Carolina behind the state capital, is also the fastest growing central city in the state.  The metropolitan area of Charleston, which includes Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties, had a population of more than 600,000 residents in 2006 and significant growth in industry and population.

Historic downtown Charleston has stood as the cultural capital of the South, and is considered by many residents to be a living museum, with a wonderful variety of cultural artifacts and tremendous natural beauty.  This amazingly preserved city offers multitudes of historically significant landmarks, including 18th century homes and plantations, the Battery, museums, and the city market.  Charleston also boasts numerous theaters art galleries that display the city’s historic appreciation for the visual arts, and its natural surroundings.

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