Archive for March, 2011

Seabrook Island News – 03-29-2011

Local Seabrooker Carroll Gantz announced the release of a new book The Industrialization of Design.  The book traces the history of industrial design over three centuries, beginning with the eighteenth-century industrial revolution.  It identifies the major figures, organizations, styles and evolutionary events of the profession, looking particularly at the refinement of industrial design by the twentieth-century European artists and the congruence of American design and industry during and immediately after the Great Depression.  The 330 page book is available at www.Amazon.com

 

3706 Bonita Ct, Seabrook Island, SC - $1,395,000

Seabrook Island Home For Sale

Seabrook Island Home For Sale

 
MLS #:
1014815
Address:
3706 Bonita Ct
City:
Seabrook Island
Zip:
29455-6027
Area:
CHS-Kiawah & Seabrook Islands
Neighborhood:
Seabrook Island
Agent Name:
Kimber Smith
Office:
Akers Ellis Real Estate LLC
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
3
Half Bathrooms:
0
Sq Ft.:
1,689

Feel the ocean’s breeze and listen to the surf from any room in this beach lover’s home. This professionally decorated home was recently completely redone inside and out. The result-the best living “near the ocean” can offer. The custom lighting system highlights the Australian Cypress floors. There is a gas fireplace in the living/dining area with imported tile surround and custom wood mantle and trim. The kitchen has stainless appliances, new granite counters and dual side lighted access cabinets over the bar between the kitchen and dining aarea. Each bathroom was refitted with new cabinets, countertops, and fixtures. Picture yourself enjoying your morning coffee on the screened porch overlooking the heated, saltwater pool. Entertain your family and friends around your pool which has a retractable cover, or at the beach which is just a few feet away. At the end of the day come back to the pool area and have a drink while grilling at your awning covered outdoor kitchen. After dinner climb your spiral stairway to your observation deck and enjoy the sun setting over the ocean. In short, enjoy the best in luxury living within a stone’s throw of the beach.
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Seabrookers and their guests are always fascinated by the alligators on the island so here are some interesting facts about their behavior.  During summer months, we often see alligators lying on the banks of ponds basking in the sun for warmth.  But where do they go in the winter?  When the weather is warm an alligator will dig itself a hollow in the mud (gator hole) which becomes filled with water.  This guarantees its access to water at all times.  These underground hollows may be as long as sixty-five feet.  The temperature there remains fairly stable, so the alligator can retreat there in the cold of the winter as well.  They do not bury themselves totally because they need air; they can stay submerged for only 45-60 minutes.  In extreme cold, alligators exhibit “icing behavior”.  Before the pond freezes, an adult will move to shallow water, place its nostrils out of the water, and let its snout become frozen into the ice.  Feeding activity is governed by water temperature, with foraging activity ceasing when the temperature drops below 70 F.  This is because they feed only when their body temperature is warm enough to digest their food which is a steady 89 F.  Alligators are ectothermic, or “cold-blooded” creatures whose primary source of body heat is external and as such require only one-tenth the amount of food that a “warm-blooded” animal does.  Adults will consume up to 20 pounds per week in hot weather, but no food during the winter.

It’s official!  Seabrook experienced the seventeenth coldest winter (December-February) the mean temperature was 46.5 F.  The coldest winter in the last 140 years was in 1977/78 when the mean temperature was 44.2 F. On the flip side last summer (June-August) was recorded as the second hottest on Seabrook in 140 years.  Only the summer of 1998 was hotter.  Berkeley Electric just loves those numbers.

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Oceanfront Shipwatch Villa Vacation Rental – Newly Renovated on Kiawah Island

Shipwatch Villas are nestled among the palm trees and mighty oaks of Kiawah Island facing the beautiful beach at the Atlantic Ocean. With over 30 miles of trails and bicycle paths this is the perfect vacation spot to maintain your active lifestyle with plenty of options to relax. This Shipwatch Villa Vacation Rental is conveniently located near shopping, dining, and beautiful Historic Charleston.

This second floor 1 bedroom Kiawah oceanfront villa vacation rental  has completely renovated in preparation for the Senior PGA. Completely painted and trimmed to high specifications, this villa is a luxurious retreat. Enjoy the calming décor bathed in a rich cream with robin’s egg blue and chocolate brown accents.

The main living area has rich floor coverings soft to the touch and new furniture including a large sleeper sofa, chairs, and a dining set with seating for 4, and an 8’ tall sliding glass door that lets in the views and ocean breezes.

The king size bedroom is beautifully appointed and features a reading nook, TV/VCR/DVD, and sliding glass doors which leads to a private oceanfront balcony. The bathroom entertains a huge tile/glass shower for two, new cabinetry, porcelain fixtures and new designer faucets.

Every item you’ll need to make a gourmet meal is available in the fully equipped kitchen with all new black and stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and custom tile work. Enjoy the ocean views while preparing meals for family or friends. There is rich ceramic flooring in the kitchen for easy clean-up. Your meals can be enjoyed on the beachfront balcony or feast at the dining table which is set for you. With breathtaking views of ocean, this Villa showcases the best the “Low Country” has to offer.

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Seabrook Island Golf And Tennis

Seabrook Island, just thirty minutes from downtown Charleston, SC which was named “America’s Best Tennis Town for 2010,” by the USTA, is consistently ranked among Tennis magazine’s top 50 tennis resorts in the United States.  In fact, Seabrook Island Racquet Club ranked “Top 25 Worldwide”!  Seabrook Island’s Racquet Club was recently rebuilt as part of the $31 million Horizon Plan and it is fabulous.  There are 15 professional maintained clay courts available year-round, shaded canopies, benches and refrigerated water available on each bay of courts.  There is a full service Pro Shop offering men’s, women’s and children’s apparel, equipment, and accessories. There is a Lounge for members and guests to socialize after play, and expansive porches offering commanding views of the courts.  On site shower facilities are also available.  Personalized tennis lessons are available from the club’s pro and staff.

Seabrook Island Home For Sale

Seabrook Island Home For Sale

Seabrook Island Home For Sale

 3706 Bonita Ct
Seabrook Island, SC

$1,395,000

Feel the ocean’s breeze and listen to the surf from any room in this beach lover’s home. This professionally decorated home was recently completely redone inside and out. The result-the best living “near the ocean” can offer. The custom lighting system highlights the Australian Cypress floors. There is a gas fireplace in the living/dining area with imported tile surround and custom wood mantle and trim. The kitchen has stainless appliances, new granite counters and dual side lighted access cabinets over the bar between the kitchen and dining aarea. Each bathroom was refitted with new cabinets, countertops, and fixtures. Picture yourself enjoying your morning coffee on the screened porch overlooking the heated, saltwater pool. Entertain your family and friends around your pool which has a retractable cover, or at the beach which is just a few feet away. At the end of the day come back to the pool area and have a drink while grilling at your awning covered outdoor kitchen. After dinner climb your spiral stairway to your observation deck and enjoy the sun setting over the ocean. In short, enjoy the best in luxury living within a stone’s throw of the beach.

Seabrook Island’s Crooked Oaks Golf course will be the site for the 7th Annual Respite Care Ministries Golf Tournament.  Crooked Oaks was designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. and is a 6,780 yard, par 72 course layout that travels through beautiful marshes and a maritime forest with grand oak trees.  The course is rated moderate to difficult.  Respite Care Ministries serves families in the Charleston and sea island communities of Seabrook and Kiawah who struggle with the devastating effects of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.  Their social programs engage participants through music, drama, art, yoga, exercise and mind stimulating activities.  Respite Care Ministries is a non-profit organization supported by donations, gifts, memorials, grants and volunteers.  For more information call (843) 723-1611 extension 15.

 Newly elected Seabrook Island Property Owner President David Bauhs outlined his focus for 2011.  They include, do everything possible to get the permitting approved for Cap’n Sams cut in order hopefully to execute in the winter of 2011-2012. To continue the implementation of Policy Based Government under which the staff has responsibility for SIPOA’S operation and for communication on operational matters to the Board.  The Board, in turn, is responsible for oversight and policy decisions.  There will be a fresh review of the Strategic Plan in 2011 which with the annual operation plans, will determine SIPOA’S direction.  The Board will use the Annual Survey to solicit input for the strategic planning process and to create a “Sense of Place” plan.  “While the Horizon Plan addressed our public buildings with an eye on requirements at build-out, there has been no such effort for other infrastructure on the Island, i.e. roads, parking etc.”  A “Sense of Place” evaluation will establish a blueprint so that regular capital expenditures in the future will not be handled randomly, but will fit into a cohesive plan for development in keeping with the feeling of the Island.

Seabrook Island News

 Seabrooker Mike Morris takes over as Editor of The Seabrooker Newspaper after Sally Schenck and Marcia Hider announced their retirement as Co-Editors.  Mike graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill and immediately went to work with NBC-TV representing the NBC network to national advertisers.  His second career lasted twenty-four years in the capital markets arena with Donaldson, Lufkin and Jenrette, Soloman Smith Barney and UBS/Paine Webber.  Mike and his wife Jane moved to Seabrook in the summer of 2004.  The new Editor promises to maintain the high standards that have been set by Marcia and Sally and ensure The Seabooker will be the most important source for information that all Seabrookers will look forward to reading.

Seabrook Island Home For Sale

Seabrook Island Home For Sale

Featured Seabrook Island Home For Sale
3773 Seabrook Island Rd – $1,450,000
 
 This well built and unique white brick Seabrook Home For Sale is a one of a kind home located on one of the best lots Seabrook Island has to offer and provides views of the ocean and both golf courses. The owner of this home will be just a few steps away from the ocean, club pools, golf courses and dining facilities. The home’s mature landscaping provides privacy without obstructing the magnificent views. The interior is spacious and allows the owner to entertain family and guests in the bright and open kitchen which flows into the dining area and sunken living room. The bedrooms are located in the rear of the house and upstairs, with the master overlooking the golf course. This home has many custom features which need to be seen to be appreciated.

One of Seabrookers’ favorite restaurants is the Fat Hen and it is good to know that its Chef Fred Neuville is hatching some new menu ideas.  First, Chef Fred is expanding his locally grown ingredients to herbs from his micro-greens grown in his kitchen and will be adding more herbs by building planters.  In addition to experimenting with new herb beds, Neuville is also testing out some ideas with a local product composed of crushed, fermented strawberries known simply as “mush”, and is talking with several local farmers about bringing in new ingredients from closer to home.  Currently, Fat Hen buys 98% of their seafood from Crosby’s and they purchase their chickens from Ambrose Farms.  The result of working within the parameters of what’s available locally has inspired some amazing menu items such as sautéed oysters with country ham, spinach and wild mushroom in a cream sauce over grilled bread and a dish that is simply known only as “The Rib” a 16 oz. bone-in short rib cold smoked over pecan wood then steamed over apple cider vinegar, grilled, and topped with pomegranate barbeque sauce.  Chef Fred states that he likes to watch ‘Dinners, Drive-Ins and Dives’ and ‘Man vs Food’ because they encourage him to look at traditional dishes from a new angle.  To learn more about the Fat Hen visit its web site www.thefathen.com

 One of the best things about living on Seabrook Island is its wild life. A recent report states that the Grey Fox is making a comeback after being nearly wiped out in early 2008 by a canine distemper outbreak. In 2009 there were only 31 reported sightings, but in 2010 there were 125 sightings.  The upside to fewer Grey Fox was that the Red Fox began to move back to Seabrook however their stay was short lived as they fell victim to a strain of mange for which there is no cure.  So the Grey Fox population is back to a healthy level, but sightings of the red Fox are now rare.

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3 Minute Walk to Beach From This Kiawah Vacation Villa With Golf and Lagoon Views

This Turtle Point Villa is only a 3 minute walk to the beach and offers some of the most amazing views the Island has to offer.  This Kiawah Island Vacation Rental features a large deck in the back is the perfect place to enjoy the golf and lagoon views while taking in the ocean breeze. On Kiawah’s East Beach, Turtle Point Villas are only 1/4 mile from Kiawah’s extraordinary hotel, The Sanctuary, with its exceptional restaurants, bars, and spa; 200 yards from the Turtle Point Golf Course clubhouse; and 300 yards from one of The Travel Channel’s 10 best USA beaches.

This Kiawah Island Vacation villa has an upgraded fully equipped kitchen with everything you will need during your stay. The dining room, adjacent to the kitchen, offers a table which seats 6 with additional seating for 3 at the kitchen bar that opens up into the kitchen for easy serving.The dining room opens up into the living area with plenty of cozy seating for family gatherings. The sleeper sofa provides room for 2 extra people during your stay. The bright beach décor also adds to the comfortable feel of this villa.

In addition to the large back deck, this villa also offers an enclosed sunroom with comfortable wicker seating that offers the same beautiful water and golf views as well. The master bedroom offers a king size bed and private bathroom. The second bedroom offers two twin beds and also has a bathroom attached as well.

This villa is also fully furnished with a washer and dryer. High speed internet access available.  To check availability and book online click here –>>  Kiawah Island Vacation Rentals

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Johns Island Trail Run

Kiawah River Estates

Kiawah River Estates

Charleston County Parks and Recreation Commission has created a trail run and will be held at Mullet Hall on Johns Island which is dubbed the Mullet Haul.  Mullet Hall is an equestrian center that boasts several events each year, however this is a new event to the Center.  There will be two races, a 5 and 10 mile run, which both start at 10:00am on March 5th and take you through the scenic equestrian trails.  There will be a post-race party that all runners are invited to attend and will feature beverages and live music by Uncle Funkle.  You can call (843) 795-4386 to register and online registration is open through March 4th. Fees are $35 for the 5 mile run and $45 for the 10 mile run.  Kiawah River Estates is a planned community located on Johns Island and Akers and Ellis is pleased to offer several homes and vacant lots for sale in this community.

To add to fun, the race participants are encouraged to boast their own Mullet hairstyle (whether real or just for the day)!  This is certain to become an annual event at Mullet Hall.

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