India, May 1 -- While Charleston and Myrtle Beach have the name recognition when it comes to waterfront destinations in South Carolina, they're not the only places you can find gorgeous beaches, fresh seafood, and a generally laid-back atmosphere. In fact, the area between the two coastal cities was deemed the "Hammock Coast" in 2010, harkening back to its relaxed nature and its history; a 19th-century boat captain, Joshua John Ward, created what's now known as the Pawleys Island Hammock, a comfortable rope hammock that's still made in the area today.

The Hammock Coast is made up of six unique communities. Along with Pawleys Island, there's Garden City, Murrells Inlet, Litchfield, Georgetown, and Andrews. Though each has its own appeal,...