For those who live in an apartment in Charleston, SC, the Atlantic Cup Race begins this Friday night after work.
On May 11th at 6 pm just off the CharlestonMaritime Center the race begins. You are invited to come down to the park next to the Maritime Center between 5 and 7 to see the fleet and watch the boats set sail for New York. The Tall Ship Roseway will mark one end of the start line and her cannon will fire to officially start the race.
If you are an avid sailor or just novice and you want an insider’s view to the Race Start, you can purchase a ticket for the Official Atlantic Cup Race Start Party. With an open bar, light appetizers and live race commentary, the Race Start Party is the best way to start your weekend and watch the Atlantic Cup kick off! Keep in mind that tickets are very limited, so don’t miss out!
Charleston is a beautiful city, and right now, as spring approaches you can see it coming alive. If you are one of the lucky ones to live in an apartment in Charleston, SC, you are certainly never at a loss for things to do in this historic yet modern city.
But this week, through February 21 there is something even more special going on in this town. The Lowcountry Blues Bash is here. The Lowcountry Blues Bash is Charleston’s annual celebration of authentic blues music. With ten days of performances in select clubs, restaurants, hotels, and other venues, the Bash boasts some of the best blues North America.
You can see and hear it all; from traditional and post-modern to underappreciated local bands and up-and-coming talent. The Southern Comfort Lowcountry Blues Bash is a delight for every type of blues fan, new and old.
More information can be found on the CharlestonLowCountry website.
Charleston, SC has gotten recognized again. This particularly “superlative” doesn’t really affect you if you live in an apartment in Charleston. However it should remind you of how lucky you are to live here. Charleston ranks third for happiest city for Winter travel.
Hilton Honors partnered with Sperlings Bestplaces to find the top 10 happiest travel destinations in the United States.
The first and second place cities: Tucson, Ariz. and St. Petersburg, Fla. But Charleston came in third, and we’ll take it!
If you live here, you know why Charleston is such a special place in the winter; it's warm and it is a beautiful southern city full of history, good people and great food
It takes a bit of adjusting when you move into your new apartment in Charleston, SC. You have to get familiar with the space, the city, and your new neighbors. And just like you, your pet needs time to become accustomed to a new home and new faces too.
If you’ve just moved into a new apartment with your pet, using your pet's favorite food bowl, bedding and toys will help in getting your pet to feel at home. If your pet will have free-roam of your apartment, let him/her come out of the cage or crate whenever possible by leaving the crate open.
Try to keep your pets routine as normal as possible during as much of the move as possible. If you regularly feed, exercise or play with your pet at certain times, continue to do so. This may help reduce the chances of it getting upset.
Hopefully you have been able to get a recommendation for a veterinarian from your previous vet, if this move was not local for you. Once you yourself are settled in, locate and visit a veterinarian. Abberly at West Ashley is a pet-friendly apartment community, so feel free to ask us any questions.
The housing market is stagnating right now and real estate brokers would have potential buyers believe that there is no better time than the present to buy a home. It is true, prices are down and mortgage rates are at all-time lows.
Unfortunately for the real estate brokers, many clients are not persuaded by that logic. Instead, in increasing numbers, they are choosing to rent instead of buy — unconvinced that the housing market has yet hit bottom. Would be buyers also understand that unless you plan to stay in your home for more than 10 years, buying a home may not be the right investment for everyone.
With apartments in Charleston, SClocated near water, shops and restaurants, offering apartment amenities that can’t be found in homes, renting is a great option for many. There is also a broad mix of tenants at Abberly at West Ashley Apartment homes: young single residents and families and empty-nesters that no longer have homeownership on their wish list.
If you are searching for an apartment in Charleston, SC and you are on the go, take advantage of mobile technology to make your apartment search more efficient and more effective. Mobile search is available literally at your fingertips.
You may currently use mobile technology for everything from checking the weather to downloading movies, but have you thought about how you can go mobile with your apartment search? GPS and mapping tools simplify your search by pinpointing apartment locations that are located in Charleston or in a desired area. And many apartment communities have Facebook pages where you can get a quick overview of what tenants are saying and what a community has to offer.
After find a potential apartment, use mobile technology to instantly go online where you can read reviews and compare communities to others nearby. Use your mobile device to jot down notes electronically and take pictures. Then you can e-mail pictures and thoughts directly to your partner, roommate or friends.
No apartment search would be complete without submitting an application, which you can also quickly do from your mobile device once you find your dream apartment. That way other renters won’t beat you to the punch!
Socialize your search
Taking advantage of mobile technology can help you locate, preview and contact apartment communities like Abberly at West Ashley. Before you sign the contract, you may want to go mobile to get opinions on your decision. Logging in to Facebook on your smartphone gives you quick access to your friends so you can post questions about your apartment choice and get immediate feedback.
Making a move and choosing a new apartment in Charleston can be challenging, so maximize your mobile technology to make decisions faster and get a jump on the hottest apartments on the market.
Celebrating Thanksgiving in your apartment in Charleston, SC with family and friends should be fun. Don’t want to go shopping on Black Friday? If you are looking for something more exiting to the senses, here is a list of where to go in theCharleston area for an offering of sights, sounds, scents and tastes this holiday.
A feast for the eyes and more can be found at the Festival of Lights which will continue illuminating Charleston until January 1, 2012. Enjoy the amazing light show and enjoy a train ride, delight in the scent of fresh baked goodies when you visit "Santa's Sweet Shop" and tempt the palette with roasted marshmallows at an event that is great for people of all ages.
In the spirit of the season you can also help your local furry friends on December 7. Bring your pet for a picture with Santa at James Island County Park and the proceeds will benefit a local animal shelter. In addition, when you donate pet food you will receive 20% off the price of a photo package. This event is aptly named "Santa Paws".
And finally on Thanksgiving day, if you don’t feel like cooking, skip it and head out on the town for a bite or a buffet.
Many local restaurants are open on thanksgiving and ready to treat you and your family to a harvest feast with all of the trimmings and no clean up!
If you are cooking later in the day, but you want to head out for brunch, start out this Thanksgiving with a beach brunch at Blu Restaurant and bar located in Folly Beach only minutes from historic Charleston, SC.
Charleston is a food city, as we have said before. So being “into” food at Abberly at West Ashley, we thought we would share some favorite fall cookie recipes.
We love cookie recipes, and as the holiday party season approaches, we invite you to share your favorite recipes with us. Do you have a go-to cookie recipe?
If not, here is one: pumpkin chocolate chip cookies, whatever holiday party you bring them too, or if you make them for guest visiting your apartment home, everyone will enjoy!
This recipe is from cooks.com and was discovered while searching for ways to use a can of pumpkin. People are always surprised how light and airy they are. But their best two attributes: they are easy to make and they have chocolate chips.
Here is the perfect cookie recipe if you are going to a holiday party or cookie swap at your apartment in Charleston, SC. Tell us your favorite cookie recipe by clicking on comments below.
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
1 c. canned pumpkin (1/2 a small can)
3/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. oil
1 egg
2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. chocolate chips
Dissolve baking soda in milk, set aside. In large mixing bowl add pumpkin, sugar, oil and egg. Stir. Add flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and baking soda mixture. Mix well. Stir in vanilla and chocolate chips. Spoon onto cookie sheets. Bake at 375 for 10-12 minutes. Cool and enjoy!
The question has arisen more and more. Should I rent or buy? The answer is personal to your situation. While mortgage rates and housing prices are low, there is still a lot to be said for renting an apartment in Charleston, SC.
Based on your financial situation, your job situation and frankly, how much time you want to spend on home repairs, the answer could be very different for every individual or family.
There is much to be said about renting. Sudden roof leaks or broken appliances can make your wallet take a hit. Unforeseen home expenses cannot really be incorporated into a budget.
If there is any possibility that you will not stay in the Charleston, SC area or that you will relocate, renting may be a better option. Closing costs and fees can really add up, not to mention the first several years of mortgage payments go to the interest alone not the principal.
But there is an even more practical reason for renting. Maybe you just don’t have any interest in home repairs and cutting the lawn. Apartmentsare the solution to maintenance free living without the condo fees. With so much to do in Charleston, SC your time off should be your time off to spend however you like.
Talk to a financial adviser, consider your long term financial goals, and review your expenses first when considering renting or buying.
A lot of people like to visit Charleston, South Carolina. That is according to the readers of Conde Nast Traveler Magazine.
For the past three years, the city has ranked number two in the pick of top travel destinations, but this year it cracked the first place spot. But you can live here and call this city home.
Charleston tourism officials received their award last night in New York. It was presented by native son and comedian Stephen Colbert.
Now you can live here. Apartments in Charleston, SC have much to offer. As does the city which has flourishing and prosperous business and plenty of recreation too.
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards have been the gold standard since 1988. Charleston was voted "Top City in the US" based on the six categories below. Read on to discover what you'll find only in Charleston.
Atmosphere & Ambiance
Stroll narrow, tree-lined courtyards. Kayak along tidal creeks. Chill on the beach. Celebrate the good life on a rooftop bar as the sun sets over the harbor. You can do it all in one day. Only in Charleston, wouldn’t you want to live here? Beautiful one bedroom apartments and two bedroom apartments with upscale apartment amenities at Abberly at West Ashley, and you can call this city home.
Culture & Sites
Our well-mannered city is overflowing with perfectly preserved treasures. Historic forts, sprawling plantations, centuries old antebellum homes and other storied landmarks exclusive to Charleston can be in your neighborhood. Take a look at Abberly at West Ashley to see how the other half lives.
Friendliness
Named Friendliest City in the 2010 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards, our legendary hospitality and graciousness are baked into our way of life. Best experienced in person as a resident of Charleston, SC. Looking for a one or two bedroom apartment to call home? We have them.
Lodging
Our menu of lodging options is a dream come true for travelers. Your visitors can choose from historic inns, famous beach resorts, luxury hotels and charming bed & breakfasts. Or, you want to get away? When you live here, you only need step out your front door.
Restaurants
Chefs are stars here. The goodness they prepare shines bright on the national food scene. Enjoy Southern specialties and other flavors served in setting as delicious as the meals themselves.
Shopping
It's easy to spoil yourself or someone else with unique treasures only found in Charleston. Antique shops, local boutiques, name brand outlets, art galleries and jewelers await your arrival.
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If you are searching for an 
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