Things to Do In (& Make You Fall in Love with) Summerville, SC

There are many things to do that will make you fall in love with Summerville, SC.

Known as “The Flower Town in the Pines” and the “Birthplace of Sweet Tea,” Summerville is full of a wide variety of things to experience.

Delightful places to eat, shop, explore nature and history, and be entertained can be found everywhere in Summerville.

DRB Homes knows Summerville. With decades of excellence under our belt, our award-winning team builds new homes in and near Summerville that bring a special type of elegance to classical Southern living.

And so, we wanted to share with you a few of our favorite things to do in (and make you fall in love with) Summerville, SC!

Featured DRB Homes Communities

Of course, in our opinion, the best thing to do in Summerville is live here! We have multiple communities in and around this wonderful town, thoughtfully designed to match the charm of Summerville and give homeowners more home than they could ever dream of. Here are three of our new-home communities:

Summerwind Crossing at Lakes of Cane Bay

Summerwind Crossing at Lakes of Cane Bay is DRB Elevate’s newest 55+ lifestyle single-level living community located in top-selling, master-planned community Cane Bay. Here, you’ll enjoy a low-maintenance, lock-&-leave lifestyle in the Lowcountry with the ease of single level living.

DRB Elevate’s new home designs are award-winning and nationally recognized for their unique Elevate Rooms that are not typically found in a traditional family plan. Whether you choose to turn your Elevate Room into a pocket office, wine room, pet spa, or other space, it will personalize your home to your interests and hobbies.

The Summerwind Crossing community features pickle ball courts, swimming pool, dog parks, the Pavilion, the Lounge Area, and the 25 miles of interconnecting trail system of Cane Bay. From recreation activities, to local conveniences, to boutique shopping, to fine dining, you will have everything you want or need within minutes of where you live, including Lake Moultrie, Lake Marion, historic Mepkin Abbey, Cypress Gardens, and Downtown Summerville and Charleston.

Creekside at Andrews - Coming Soon

Tucked away off Andrews Boulevard, Creekside at Andrews offers 45 homesites with a wooded backdrop. Here, DRB Homes is building two-story, single family homes in 2 popular home plans: one with the owner’s suite on the first floor and one with it on the second.

With exteriors fitting the Lowcountry, enjoy the outdoors with your choice of a front and/or rear porch. From here, you can casually reach one of Berkeley County’s recreational areas that is accessible to Creekside at Andrews through a community boardwalk.

And you’ll also be just minutes away from historic Downtown Summerville and its wonderful shopping and dining options. Plus, you’ll enjoy convenient access to Hwy 17, Hwy 78, and I-26, so you can reach everywhere you need and want to be!

Nexton Midtown - Coming Soon

Located in Nexton’s master-planned Midtown neighborhood, DRB Homes will be offering 32 homesites amongst the community’s dozens of shops and restaurants, state-of-the-art schools, and 20 miles of parks and trails.

Here, we’re featuring three brand-new, single family floor plans: the Beaufain, Tradd, and Gibbes. Inspired by coastal living, these homes will include an open-concept dining and gathering space with large windows throughout. Additional personalization choices will give you more storage space, electric or gas fireplace, front and rear porches, and/or flex space.

DRB Homes’ residents will also be able to enjoy The Midtown Club and its resort-style pool, fitness center, and indoor & outdoor flex spaces available to members of the Nexton Residential Association. Nexton Midtown is also home to food truck visits, movie nights, and many social events.

Natural Beauty and Outdoor Activities in Summerville

You don’t get known as “The Flower Town of the Pines” for nothing. Summerville prides itself on acres of flowers, groves of pine trees, and explosions of azaleas on every corner. It’s got so much nature, in fact, that it’s an official Tree City USA community!

To really soak up all the natural beauty, make sure to visit Azalea Park. Found in Downtown Summerville, this park sits on 16 acres of azalea-filled splendor. You’ll also enjoy ponds (where, if you’re lucky, you can spy some turtles), picnic benches, a gazebo, and several bronze sculptures. Azalea Park is also fittingly home to the annual Flowertown Festival (more on that below).

Another place that’s amazing to visit to highlight Summerville’s bond with nature is the Sawmill Branch Multi-Use Trail. This 6.9-mile paved trail is 10 feet wide and runs along the Sawmill Branch Canal through woods in the southern part of Summerville. It’s a fantastic place to get some exercise while also admiring local wildlife, such as egrets, heron, and maybe even alligators!

Gahagan Park is also a must-visit destination, perfect for the whole family. Of course, there are picnic areas and trails to connect everything in the park, but there’s also the Jerry Blackwell Sports Complex with multiple soccer/football fields and baseball diamonds (including concessions spaces for bigger, tournament games). And, there’s a fenced wooden playground full of all sorts of things for children to explore, such as ropes, ladders, monkey bars, and even a climbing castle!

Shopping and Dining in Summerville

Summerville is full of the Southern charm you desire, and nowhere is it more evident than in its shopping and dining options. Along the historic streets of Downtown Summerville, you’ll find a wide array of unique places to shop, like antique stores, country chic boutiques, independent bookstores, and galleries full of treasures by local artists and artisans.

There are also many delicious places to eat. From the fine dining at Hall’s Chophouse, to the decadent desserts of BKeDSHoP, to the restaurant/retail/recreation of The Pickle Bar, to the deliciously simple Southern menu of Page’s Okra Grill, Summerville is ready to fill you up with every cuisine you can imagine. Plus, you can drink (and eat) your way through The Sweet Tea Trail, celebrating the beverage that started here and became a Southern staple. 

Summerville wouldn’t truly be a small town without a farmers’ market! Open every Saturday from April through December, The Summerville Farmers’ Market is your one-stop shop for fresh and local produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, arts & crafts, and all other sorts of artisan products. And it’s right downtown in the parking lot in front of First Citizens Bank!

Arts and Entertainment in Summerville

Being a small town, Summerville shines when it comes to arts and entertainment opportunities that are created by and support the local community. One of the backbones of Summerville’s community entertainment scene is The Flowertown Players. Offering plays, musicals, special youth productions, and classes for all ages, The Flowertown Players provide many different ways to join in, learn, and contribute to the enjoyment and enrichment of the community.

The sounds of Summerville come alive with the Summerville Orchestra. Since its founding in 2003, this volunteer community orchestra has grown into one of the largest in the nation. It offers large concert performances, chamber performances, a youth orchestra, an educational series, and even a podcast! Music is a universal language, and the Summerville Orchestra uses it to help knit the community even tighter together.

Summerville is also a town of celebration, with many festivals taking place every year. The big two commemorate the town’s claims to fame. First, there’s The Flowertown Festival which is a fundraiser for the local YMCA, and started in 1973! This festival highlights all the colors of the town’s natural beauty. It’s so popular that folks from all over come to see the buds and the blooms, as well as marvel at local arts and crafts.

And second, there’s Summerville’s Sweet Tea Festival, an annual event to celebrate the birthplace of this essential Southern libation. For the festival, Historic Downtown turns into a giant open house and street fair with food trucks, vendors, and entertainment. Plus, of course, all the sweet tea you can drink. You can even vote and help select the Tea of the Year!

DRB Homes and Things to Do in Summerville, SC

Summerville is a quaint town full of possibility. It’s a place that bubbles with Southern hospitality and charm, welcoming you to sample all its opportunities. Get ready for leisurely afternoons browsing unique boutiques, dining at cozy cafés, and enjoying the local arts scene. With its friendly atmosphere and community-oriented events, Summerville provides a perfect blend of relaxation and excitement.

And as we’ve already said, the best thing to do in Summerville is live here! So, when you’re considering a move, it’s time to explore DRB Homes. With thoughtful designs that cater to modern lifestyles, our new homes ensure you enjoy both convenience and comfort. We’ll help you find your perfect home in Summerville—and we’ll leave finding all the sweet tea up to you!