The Timbers Kiawah Experience

We pride ourselves on providing an exceptional Timbers Kiawah experience where you're encouraged to simply relax and enjoy your surroundings.

Making Family Memories at Timbers Kiawah

Discovering the Wonders of Spring on Kiawah Island

With its warm subtropical temperatures, spring on Kiawah Island is a great time for families to enjoy the abundance of activities available.

Chef Bobby’s Duck Gumbo

Chef Bobby shares the recipe for his new Owner-favorite dish, Duck Gumbo!

Vanilla Chai Old Fashioned Recipe

Enjoy a seasonal treat with this new take on a classic cocktail from Bartender Kela Pino at the Beach Club!

Jolly Roger

Enjoy the taste of island life with this simple cocktail recipe from Chef Teddy at the Beach Club!

Charleston’s Historical Sites

Calling all history buffs! Get acquainted with some of these — along with Charles Towne Landing, Fort Sumter, and several grand plantations — in our primer of preserved places.

In Search of Southern Cuisine

Teddy Folkman's love of Southern cooking and desire to learn it authentically through hard-work and direct experience led him to the Lowcountry. Learn more about Timbers Kiawah's food and beverage manager's story.

Frogmore Chowder

This elevated version of a tasty Lowcountry classic is among the first Southern dishes Chef Teddy was introduced to, and remains one of his all-time favorites.

2021 PGA CHAMPIONSHIP

The 2021 PGA Championship was a highly anticipated event that did not disappoint. Read how our staff, owners and guests celebrated this event.

Staff Spotlight: Charles Washington

Get acquainted with Timbers Kiawah's lead houseman, Charles Washington, and learn about his love of Kiawah.

Anchors Aweigh!

The water activities on Kiawah and the surrounding areas are endless! Read more about our top favorites.

20 Reasons Kids Love Timbers Kiawah

Kids love Kiawah! Read more about these fun activities that Timbers Kiawah and Kiawah Island have to offer.

Meet Your Neighbors – The Kowalczik Family

We recently caught up with Jeff and Beth Kowalczik to hear more about their experience at Timbers Kiawah.

Kiawah’s Resident Dolphins

Dolphin sightings are a natural part of life on Kiawah. Read more about these highly intelligent marine mammals and what one local nonprofit is doing to raise awareness and protect the local dolphin population.

Fool’s Paradise

This recipe isn't an April Fool's Joke! We're sharing the recipe for an Owner-favorite cocktail here at Timbers Kiawah. Enjoy it at home!

Hidden Helpers: Kiawah’s Bobcats

Bobcats roam all over Kiawah. Read more about the vital role they play in Kiawah Island's ecosystem.

A Match Made in Heaven

Anyone for tennis? Kiawah may be best known for golf, but the tennis options are phenom-enal!

Chef Bobby’s Crab Cakes

Check out Chef Bobby's take on a coastal classic.

History of Golf at Kiawah

Kiawah Island is widely hailed as one of the premier golf destinations on the East Coast. Read more about the seven award-winning courses.

Staff Spotlight: Chef Bobby

Chef Bobby's approach to food is to "keep it simple, fresh and fun." We couldn't agree more!

The Doggy Dozen

Visiting Kiawah should be a fun time for the entire family, even our four-legged family members. Read 12 pet-friendly activities to enjoy at Timbers Kiawah.

Kombucha? You Betcha.

We love supporting our local businesses and supporting good health. Read more about how one local business has become a staple at Timbers Kiawah.

Meet Your Neighbors – The Wood Family

We recently caught up with Andy and Millany Wood to hear more about their experience at Timbers Kiawah.

2020 In Review

Timbers Kiawah not only survived 2020, but actually thrived. Together, our resourceful staff and optimistic Owners found new, meaningful ways to deepen relationships, stay safe, and have fun doing it! General Manager Shannon Eckhaus takes us through a year that had a surprising number of high notes.

Chef Teddy’s Cheesy Potato Waffles

Chef Teddy shared his favorite cheesy potato waffle recipe to repurpose holiday leftovers into a brand new savory dish that everyone will enjoy.

Tracking Painted Buntings

Visit Kiawah and you may be lucky enough to spot this colorful bird. Learn how Timbers Kiawah is playing a part in their research.

Chef Teddy’s Jambalaya

Chef Teddy's aromatic mash-up is versatile as an easy weeknight meal or dressed up as a holiday feast.

A Day Trip Into Charleston

Charleston is just a short trip away from Kiawah and provides a wonderful day trip!

Holiday Festival of Lights

It's time to deck the halls and get into the Lowcountry holiday mood!

Tree, Tea, and Wine With Thee

Looking to explore outside of Kiawah? Here are three easy-breezy trip ideas.

Steeplechase of Charleston

Looking for fun fall activities? Check out The Steeplechase of Charleston. And it's off to the races!

Chef Teddy’s Grilled Oysters with Pumpkin Ale Butter

Taste the flavors of fall with this yummy twist to a traditional grilled oyster recipe.

Introducing an Exclusive Partnership with Charlotte Helicopter Charter

Exclusively for Timbers Kiawah Owners, a new partnership with Charlotte Helicopter Charter offers private, direct charters from Charlotte, NC to Kiawah Island, SC.

A New IPA, You Say?

Cheers! Introducing the brand new Timbers Kiawah IPA, created in partnership with Foothills Brewing.

Turtle Patrol: Hatching Season

We love our turtle friends, but we ADORE our friends that volunteer for the Kiawah Island Turtle Patrol. Read more about their work!

6 Ways Kiawah Fishing Hooks You

From start to finish, when fishing on Kiawah Island you can’t go wrong.

Chef Bobby’s Lamb Lollipops

Enjoy Chef Bobby's delicious Lamb Lollipops recipe that is quickly becoming an Owner favorite!

Turtle Patrol: Nesting Season

With the help of the Turtle Patrol, Loggerhead nesting and hatching activity occurs May through October on Kiawah Island.

Meet Your Neighbors

We interviewed Doug and Lisa Perlman who have been Owners at Timbers Kiawah since we opened our doors!

Walk on the Wild Side

Kiawah island is a nature-lover’s paradise—home to 18 different species of mammals, 30-plus species of reptiles and over 300 different types of birds.

Spring in the Lowcountry

Spring is truly a magical time in the Lowcountry with no shortage of fun activities available!

What We Love About Timbers Kiawah

To celebrate the month of love, Timbers Kiawah asked its team what they love most about the oceanfront property.

Chef Teddy’s “Kiawah Kiss” Cocktail

In honor of Valentine's Day, Chef Teddy shares his popular cocktail recipe—perfect for couples enjoying a date night in-residence.

Roasts & Resolutions

To celebrate the close of 2019 and welcome 2020, Timbers Kiawah - Ocean Club & Residences hosted its second annual Oyster Roast & BBQ.

Lowcountry, High Style

The promise of Timbers Kiawah—which features 21 private residences total—is to bring the outdoors in, an ethos that informs the architecture and design of every exquisitely appointed bedroom and living space.

Chef Teddy’s Peppermint Bark

This holiday season, Chef Teddy’s peppermint bark will welcome Owners home to Timbers Kiawah during Christmas week. Savor a taste of the winter treat from your home with his easy-peasy recipe: It promises to please the sweet tooth and baking-averse alike.

A Year of Lowcountry Living

Long a passion project of the South Carolina-native David Burden, Timbers Resorts founder and executive chairman, Timbers Kiawah - Ocean Club & Residences officially opened its doors just over a year ago to welcome its much-anticipated Owners and families.

The Art of the Holidays

On the heels of the popular Straight to Art at Sea weekly pop-up art exhibitions over the summer, Timbers Kiawah - Ocean Club & Residences hosts a holiday edition of the concept to allow Owners the opportunity to browse local art in anticipation of holiday gifting.

Chef Teddy’s Turkey Brine

Celebrate Thanksgiving with Timbers Kiawah—from here or afar—with Chef Teddy’s favorite turkey brine recipe.

All About Oysters

With the start of South Carolina oyster season, we've outlined all the ways the crustacean inspires and enlivens beach living at Timbers Kiawah.

Spirits of South Carolina

With All Hallow’s Eve approaching, historic South Carolina gears up for spooky tours and haunted houses. Get in the spirit with our recommendations for some creepy-crawly Lowcountry outings.

Say Cheese

Enjoy Chef Teddy's pimento cheese recipe from home to savor a taste of the Lowcountry.

The Grass is Greener

We've provided a timeline of the last five years’ major improvements to Kiawah Island Golf Resort's championship courses, so you can tee up in the know.

Just Peachy

Enjoy Chef Teddy's recipe from home to savor a taste of the Lowcountry.

Meet Your Neighbors

We interviewed Julie and Jan Sessor who have been Owners at Timbers Kiawah since we opened our doors!

Cruisin’ for a Cause

Nesting season came early this year and now all attention on Kiawah Island is on the beach (and all the beach-facing lights are off after 9pm!).

Earth Day on Kiawah Island

Here, nature reigns. Life on Kiawah Island revolves around the unique landscape.

A Taste of Kiawah

A native New Yorker who trained under a James Beard chef, dominated the Washington DC food scene and has even thrown down with Bobby Flay and competed on season 5 of The Next Food Network Star, Chef Teddy Folkman arrived at Timbers Kiawah with an impressive resume.

Chili for a Cause

Timbers Kiawah is honored to once again participate in the Backpack Buddies Chili Cookoff at Bohicket Marina.

A Taste of the Lowcountry

Life is different in the Lowcountry, and we want our Owners to live, breath and, of course, eat everything that makes life on Kiawah Island so special.

Getting Here is a Breeze

Traveling to your home at Timbers Kiawah is now as effortless as ownership.

5 Reasons to Visit Kiawah this Winter

Winter is a great time to stroll Kiawah’s ten-mile beach and not see a soul in sight except perhaps your dolphin and bird friends.

The 7 Best Golf Courses on Kiawah Island

Though Kiawah Island is less than 14 square miles in size, this intimate community boasts five public golf courses and two private courses.

Best Restaurants in Freshfields Village

Freshfields Village is a fun, family-friendly option for dining on Kiawah. A five minute bike ride from Timbers Kiawah, it's a lively destination with a great variety of restaurants, coffee shops, a grocery store and shopping. Here are our six favorite restaurants.

Best Biking Trails on Kiawah Island

With over 30 miles of trail and 10 miles of bikeable beach, Kiawah Island is a cyclist's dream. Whether you want to lazily meander to an ice cream shop or get the day's workout in while soaking in the sites, our guide to two-wheeling Kiawah will get you where you want to go.

Horseback Riding on Kiawah

Kiawah is known for its pristine beaches, trails and marshes, but did you know that it also has deep roots in Equestrian culture?