Kiawah Island

“Native Indians, reformed pirates, wealthy plantation owners, enterprising lumbermen, Kuwaiti investors; these are some of the predecessors to current-day Kiawah Islanders.”  Kiawah Island is a barrier island with a maritime forest with a rich maritime habitat and 10 miles of beach.   It is a private gated community developed to balance a residential community with the business development of the Island.  The Town adopted a vision that states, “Kiawah Island is a residential community with a Resort surrounded by a unique and beautiful setting.”  Tourism plays a very important role as part of the Town’s economic vitality and the Town supports businesses and facilities that in turn support Kiawah Island’s owners and visitors.