Right across the Cooper River from downtown Charleston, is the growing town of Mount Pleasant.  It has historic parts, mid-century neighborhoods, and brand-new communities scattered throughout.  With endless access to water, this is also a great place to participate in aquatic activities like fishing, kayaking, dolphin-watching from Shem Creek, and oyster shucking when they’re in season.  The Town of Mt Pleasant self-describes as, “With the mild climate, nationally-recognized public schools, low crime rate, and cultural amenities, citizens are afforded an idyllic community with Charleston charm and a coastal lifestyle.” (Source: experiencemountpleasant.com)