Once again, The Ponds held their annual Independence Day celebration in June, about two weeks ahead of the traditional 4th of July. This scheduling allows for about twice the fireworks show we might otherwise be able to provide. Literally, more bang for the buck!  A full day of activities began at

In our first essay, we followed the origins of The Ponds from the beginning in 1674 to 1723. Since then things settled down a bit, but still experienced local history until it's current development program. Let's pick up where we dropped off.  William Donning arrived in the Carolinas by 1729 and li

The Ponds Development was created in 2005 by Greenwood Development Corporation.  Greenwood submitted a Development Agreement with many stipulations about the design, size, and amenities of The Ponds, including natural space and trails.  All was well until the credit crises of 2008, with Greenwood s

  The Ponds is known for its varied large homes, lakes and ponds, miles of trails, YMCA, and lots of activities. But it also has a long history going back to 1682 and English colonization.   In 1674 Andrew Percival, of Westminster County, Middlesex, England, was a relative of Anthony, Lord Ashley Co

Six months ago, home prices were setting record highs; listings got multiple offers above asking, and seemingly no one worried too much about the physical condition of the house. It was buy or bust, and a near buying panic fueled some crazy business. Then the Federal Reserve stepped in, raising inte

The Ponds, perhaps even more than the Patriotic LowCountry, really celebrates our Patriotic Holidays in a big way!  Starting with Memorial Day, where we gathered at the Farmhouse to honor and mourn those who died while serving in the U.S. Military.  Flags were placed in the grounds around the Farmh

Strong demand for loans of all types, and the effort of the Federal Reserve to cut the inflation rate have forced interest rates to skyrocket this year. Mortgage rates have risen from 3% to 5+%, increasing the monthly payment for homebuyers borrowing for their home purchase to pay several hundred do

Once again, that spring tradition of The Ponds Home & Garden Expo is soon upon us.  This year it will be held on April 23rd, from 10 AM until 3 PM.  For the first time, exhibitors will be able to sell their wares at the Show.     Originally debuted in 2019 the show was attended by 200 residents and

The Ponds in Summerville has several large and grand homes, mostly on Hundred Oaks Parkway and others scattered around the community.  This home is such a place, with 3,832 sqft. on a beautiful corner lot a few blocks from HOP.  A variety of trees surround the house, with many more in the large bac

With news of Christmas goodies, gifts, food, and decorations tied up at sea and doubtful of arrival in time for the big day, people seem to be starting to decorate early - way early! The Ponds, always full of well-lit and amazing tableaus, is already boasting decorated trees in windows and bushes ag