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This section of PDPOA.org is written by owners, for owners—offering an insider’s glimpse into life in Palmetto Dunes and the surrounding Hilton Head Island/Lowcountry area. Whether you’re a full-time resident, a part-time visitor, or simply dreaming of coastal living, PD Life shares stories, tips, and local highlights to help you experience the best of our community.

Enjoy the blog and discover what makes Palmetto Dunes such a special place to call home!

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August 12, 2025

Meet Your Neighbors! Debbie and Lee Whitehurst

Meet your neighbors, Lee and Debbie Whitehurst, who live on Starboard Tack in the Mariners section of Palmetto Dunes. Lee and Debbie are active members of the community as they […]

The World of Loggerhead Turtles

While Hilton Head is a unique and precious environment for Loggerhead turtles, they also live and nest in locations all around the world. Loggerhead Turtles as a species (Caretta caretta), […]

Hilton Head Island’s Amazing Animals-Part II

HILTON HEAD ISLAND’S AMAZING ANIMALS – PART II Last post, I talked about our Island alligators. I promised you a post about some living dinosaurs so I’m thrilled to tell […]

Spotlight on Summer Stages: Theater Highlights in Hilton Head (June–August)

This summer, Hilton Head Island again showcases top-tier theatrical productions from three beloved local companies. At the heart of Shelter Cove, the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina brings back its […]

What’s That Noise? Understanding Summer Weather on Hilton Head

If you’ve spent a summer in Palmetto Dunes, chances are you’ve experienced a sudden rumble of thunder or seen flashes of light dance across the sky long after sunset—without a […]

Hilton Head Island’s Amazing Animals-Part 1

Author: Sharon Lowe By the time this article is posted, I will be on safari in Africa – one of those bucket list, dream trips. But it got me thinking […]

A Feathered Spectacle Awaits: Nesting Season at Cypress Wetlands, Just an Hour from Palmetto Dunes

Spring has officially taken flight—and for residents of Palmetto Dunes looking to spread their wings beyond the beach, there’s a remarkable natural wonder waiting just an hour away in Port […]

Meet Your Neighbors! John and Virginia Bianco

Meet John and Virginia Bianco from Massapequa, New York. They bought their home on Mooring Buoy in January 2021. They first visited Palmetto Dunes in 2012 and Virgina says, “we […]