Life on Johns Island is cultivating into new and exciting mix of retail businesses, community gathering places and a way of life that can only be found on this historic barrier island. With current plans by private developers and the City of Charleston unfolding this once rural island is well on its way to becoming a sought after destination for both living, working and recreating amongst a backdrop of rich history and pristine nature. The Forest at Fenwick is situated just seconds from the heart of Johns Island where residents enjoy fresh local produce, historic churches and a sense of community that has been woven into this historic island for hundreds of years. All the amenities a person needs including schools, an array of retail stores and even an executive airport are all neatly tucked away for the convenience of island residents to enjoy. And when it comes time to venture off the island The Forest at Fenwick is just minutes away from downtown Charleston (14 minutes), Citadel Mall (16 minutes) and the resort shops and beach at Kiawah Island (23 minutes.) Posed to be the next location of organized growth in the Lowcountry, comprehensive plans by the City of Charleston are unfolding to enhance many aspects of John Island including the creation of community gathering points where new traffic intersections will be placed for convenient car travel in-and-around the island. In addition, the City is helping to facilitate the other element of growth on the island that is the new retail businesses, large and small, that will find their home on this unique island. Residents of the Lowcountry will soon be able to access John's Island more conveniently when the Mark Clark Freeway moves through the island. The new infrastructure will bring the island more openly into the mix of the dynamics of Charleston and its neighboring destinations. In addition, the island's marina is being refurbished to allow residents the luxury of enjoying the Stono River and the intricate waterways that have been traveled by boat for generations