Cheraw is a charming, walkable historic river town on the Great Pee Dee—nicknamed “The Prettiest Town in Dixie”—with antebellum architecture, riverfront parks and nearby state‑park outdoor options, making it a scenic, relaxed base that’s easy to enjoy during multi‑week contracts.
For weekends and errands, larger hubs are close: Florence (≈40 miles) offers bigger shopping, dining and regional services, and Fayetteville (≈70 miles) adds museums, nightlife and an airport—so you won’t feel stuck.