A barrier island, Isle of Palms or IOP as it is known locally, is one of the most scenic beaches on the Carolina coast. It is also home to the world-class resort Wild Dunes, which is also a private residential community. The resort boasts two golf courses - The Links and The Harbor Course. The Links has been ranked amongst the top 40 golf courses nationwide and Tennis magazine ranked Wild Dunes in the top 50 tennis resorts nationwide. The housing possibilities on IOP are varied, with oceanfront, golf course and tennis villas, investment property, and single-family homes ranging from modest beach fare to lavish multi-million dollar houses.