A guide to Hilton Head Island and Bluffton area real estate, rentals and lifestyle
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The popular website "Only In Your State" (www.onlyinyourstate.com/south-carolina/sc-is-best-state-in-the-us/) gave South Carolina some love with a feature en tled "13 Ways South Carolina Has Quietly Become The Coolest State In America." The ar cle noted things we enjoy like great scenery, stunning beaches, an endless variety of outdoor ac vi es, friendly pe ople, 5 FARMER'S MARKETS In South Carolina fresh foods and flowers are available during months when cold weather is se ng in up north. Through December 28, Farmers Market of Blu on features local produce, plants, nuts, herbs, flowers, honey, cheese, milk, eggs, beef, pork, lamb, seafood and more. 6 WE SPECIALIZE IN THE UNIQUE The longer you're in Hilton Head, the more you'll discover unusual and intriguing experiences. Foot golf requires you to kick a soccer ball into a 21-inch cup in as few kicks as possible. Players of all ages can enjoy the 9-hole, foot golf course on Planter's Row at the Port Royal Golf Club. Or take the alligator, wine and cheese tour with H2O sports in a riverboat in the freshwater lakes of the Sea Pines Resort Forest Preserve. Visit the King Neptune Sundial standing guard at the Shelter Cove Harbour and enjoy the sunset and breezes off the marina. We have restaurants that you won't find anywhere else like Claude & Uli's Bistro, where the escargot and other fare is made with European flair, and Hudson's Seafood House where seafood is prepared fresh from the boat each day. 7 HISTORY IS ON DISPLAY Hilton Head is full of history. There are Gullah heritage tours that show how enslaved people preserved their rich culture and express it today. Visit Mitchelville, the first freedmen's town in America, and take a drive down Beach City Road, past the original churches, homes and a school building s ll standing there today. Stop at Mitchelville Freedom Park on your way for a view of the site of the Ba le of Port Royal and visit historical markers spotligh ng area history. Four forts were built on Hilton Head during the Civil War, and the remains of two earthen embankment forts, Fort Mitchel and Fort Howell, s ll fascinate Civil War buffs. Fort Walker was one of the targets of the largest naval ba le ever in U.S. waters. Cole e Stevenson is the CEO of MLS of Hilton Head Island, Inc. and a CMLX3 Cer fied Council of MLS Leader. HHIMLS Serves Licensed Agents & Realtors® from the en re state of SC, as well as GA and If you're considering a move to the Hilton Head area, contact an HHIMLS agent. We have access to the latest data, inventory, and tracking trends to help you find your perfect piece of the Lowcountry. With the most advanced pla orms to make the process smooth and sim- ple, we're ready to help buy- ers and sellers. Turn to HHIMLS to make Hilton Head your home today. www.HiltonHeadMLS.com 1 AN ABUNDANCE OF NATURE If random sigh ngs of deer, birds, and an alligator or two aren't enough to thrill you, we have Pinckney Na onal Wildlife Refuge, a great place to view some of the thousands of migratory birds that have Hilton Head in their flight path. The Refuge is a nes ng habitat for birds like ibis, egrets, and herons. If you love horses, check out the Sea Pines Forest Preserve with Lawton Stables. 2 THE ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Hilton Head is full of museums and theaters. Learn about the natural history and cultural heritage of the Lowcountry at the Coastal Discovery Museum. Take in a professional show at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. Find representa onal drawings, pain ngs and sculpture by the na on's leading ar sts at the Red Piano Art Gallery, South Carolina's oldest professional gallery of fine art. At the Jazz Corner, an old-school nightclub, modern southern food and live jazz combine to keep you coming back. 3 SEASONAL FESTIVALS Star ng October 19, each Thursday there's the Shelter Cove Music & Taste on the Harbour fall outdoor concert series. Local restaurants offer specially priced light appe zers, wine, beer, and cocktails. The annual Italian Heritage Fes val (Nov 18), honors the Feast of San Gennaro with food and booths featuring Italian arts, cra s, and merchandise. The Winter Wonderland Fes val (Dec 1) provides a great environment to start your Holiday. Celebrate with carnival games, a children's parade, a golden candy cane hunt, and a visit from Santa, all at Shelter Cove Community Park. 4 ENDLESS FUN ON THE WATER From deep sea fishing to sailing, you'll never run out of op ons for making the most of coastal life. Creek Cat tours offer small outboard motor boats that cruise among the wildlife. Flying Circus e Hilton Head Island area isn't just an ideal place to visit, it's also a great place to call home... or your second home. Buying property in a resort community can be a great investment, whether you use it as a rental property, vacation home, or if you plan to make the move here. Here are the top reasons to invest in resort property: 1 Scenic Views – e most attractive draw to a resort property is o en the scenic views, which can off er serenity and the feeling that you're on vacation, even if you live here. Here in the Hilton Head area, that may mean waking up to the sound of waves and ocean breezes or looking over the greens of a Lowcountry top-caliber golf course. Beauty will be your backdrop, no matter what resort property you choose. 2 Amenities - Resort communities tend to have plenty of amenities, such as swimming pools and parks. When you own a resort property, you have plenty of time to enjoy the activities. You're not pressured to fi t them into a week and you can fi nd the best times for you, whether you like it busy or quiet. 3 Income - Many properties can double as income-generating rentals. When you're not spending time enjoying your investment, it can work for you. 4 Market Resilience - Because of the wide amount of amenities on resort properties, job opportunities abound. Properties may be more likely to weather downturns and hold their resale value. 5 Covenants, conditions and restrictions (CCRs) – CCRs dictate how the homeowners association operates and what rules owners, tenants and guests must obey, which protects property values. CCRs will o en be the same for all of the properties in the resort. is means that the resort will retain its original look and feel, which may make it easier to sell your home or condo. 6 Entertainment options - Resorts are typically surrounded with more nightlife, restaurants, and entertainment options, and may even attract more high-quality performers. ere is almost always a reason to go out on the town, if that's something you enjoy. 7 Diversity, yet commonality - Resorts tend to attract people from all over, resulting in a more interesting and diverse population than many other towns of a similar size. At the same time, those people all have something in common, wanting to live in this specifi c type of resort. Resorts can attract like-minded people sharing in the many privileges the chosen lifestyle off ers. 8 Variety - Depending on where you're looking, you'll fi nd an array of options from small villas to oceanfront homes. You're likely to fi nd a place that exactly fi ts your needs. Now is a great time to get into the market because home prices and mortgage rates are expected to continue to rise. Multiple Listing Service of Hilton Head Island (HHIMLS) has the agents and the technology to help you fi nd a home in the multitude of resorts in the Hilton Head Island area, whether it's on the island or in one of the quaint towns nearby. Besides, Hilton Head Island was ranked the number one island in the country and the number two island in the world by travelandleisure.com readers. With its suburban natural environment, traditional Southern charm, and abundance of activities, Hilton Head Island is the perfect place to relocate. Hilton Head Island is ideal for golf enthusiasts with over 30 golf courses in the region. e island was voted the North American Golf Destination of the Year by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators 2016. And, Southern Living magazine ranked nearby Blu on, as one of the best places to retire. is coastal town was chosen for its walkability, historic buildings, and pristine views of the wetlands. HHIMLS agents have the most resources in the area and will be happy to help you fi nd your perfect resort property. Just go to hiltonheadmls. com to browse potential purchases, fi nd an agent or learn more about the area. 51 8 Reasons for Investing in Resort Property Buying Resort Property Has Its Advantages Considering a move to the Hilton Head area? Our Members access the latest Real Estate data, inventory, and tracking trends to help you fi nd your perfect piece of the Lowcountry. By utilizing the most advanced tools in the industry, we make the process smooth and simple for buyers and sellers. Turn to an HHIMLS member to make South Carolina your home today. www.HiltonHeadMLS.com Colette Stevenson, CEO MLS of Hilton Head Island, Inc. and CMLX3 Certifi ed Council of MLS Leader HHIMLS serves Agents & Realtors® representing properties in SC and GA Happy Heritage Week!