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with historic, antebellum homes and uninterrupted views. Relax and enjoy a distraction-free getaway in Pawleys (named after the family of Percival Pawley, the first European settler to de- velop local plantations) with afternoon hammock naps, shelling excursions, fishing or dolphin chasing adventures. Nosh on local culinary creations sure to delight your taste buds and don’t miss a taste of mouthwatering Palmetto Cheese Spread known throughout the region. Accommodations are amazing with choices of beach houses of- fering splendid beachfront views or a stay at the Seaview Inn (a 20-room property established in 1937) located on a private beach with the ocean on one side and an unspoiled salt marsh on the other. The Seaview Inn is welcoming, oozing with charm and serves two meals a day. Watch the egrets, do some crabbing and bask in the relaxing atmosphere of this coastal retreat. Also, The Pelican Inn is another outstanding option for lodging with eight 16 AL/ Metro360 www.almetro360.com Dock on Pawleys Island marsh. Photo by Christopher John. Photo courtesy of Gulf County Tourism Development Council.