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DeBordieu Colony Real Estate

Selling like Hotcakes!!!!

Why are Homes Selling like Hotcakes in DeBordieu’s Patewood North?

Is it because of the beautiful canopy of trees? The tranquil lakes? The adjacency of the nature conservation easement? The convenience of being close to the entrance of DeBordieu while still being in within golf cart distance to the beach? Actually, I think it’s a combination of all those things. At this writing, 3 homes and one homesite in Patewood North are under contract. BUT FEAR NOT……there are other opportunities!

In fact, LaBaugh Builders are offering two brand new homes to be built in Patewood North. Both are preconstruction values where the future owner is able to make personal selections on flooring, cabinetry, appliances, colors and other customized decisions.

109 Woodstork Lane – this 4 BR home is located on a CORNER , on a LAKE, on a CUL-DE-SAC. The open floor plan offers a serene view of the lake from the main living areas and 1st floor master suite. The 2nd BR is downstairs, while the 3rd and 4th are upstairs; each features its own private bathroom. Click the address for more info.

59 Bald Eagle Court – All on ONE level, this 4BR home offers breathtaking lake views from both the screened back porch and the lowcountry front porch. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac, the open floor plan offers a tranquil view of the lake from the main living areas and large screened porch with a more private view from the master bedroom suite. Click the address for more info.

For more information about the builder, including some glowing testimonials, go to http://www.labaughbuilders.com/. Better yet, come to DeBordieu and sit down with Tom LaBaugh. Not only is he a talented builder…but he’s really easy going and fun to talk to.
There’s no place like home…..and there’s no place like DeBordieu!

“Debi-who?”

Back in 1977, my Kappa Delta “big sister,” Paula Workman, took a bunch of us new sorority pledges from the University of S

outh Carolina, down to her family’s oceanfront beach house at DeBordieu. I can remember wondering where the heck we were going and think
ing, “Debi-who?”
That memory came back to me today
when I re-visited the Workman House. It was a whole lot of fun back then, and it still is today. With 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, it’s a great rental, and at $2,100,000, a great value!
In addition to the Workman House, I took the opportunity this morning, to view some of the DeBordieu listings I hadn’t seen yet. I saw one other on the oceanfront, one on the creek, one near the beach, one near the tennis center, and one on DeBordieu’s private Pete Dye golf course. It was a great cross section of properties, so I thought I would tell you a little about each!

Oceanfront: the Hunter House is definitely one of the most unique beach homes you’ll ever see. From the oyster shell tabby exterior to its unique floor plan, there’s not another one like it! Great views and direct oceanfront! $2,495,000. 

Creekhouse: the 5 bedroom, 5.5 bath Howerton House offers the best of two worlds because it is located on the DeBordieu Channel, and within walking distance from the beach. It’s a great house, and a must see at $1,575,000.

Near the beach: loaded with decks and porches that offer spectacular views, the McInerney House at Ocean Oaks is stunning. With 5 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, and plenty of living areas, this home would be a good second home or primary residence! And just a short walk to the beach! $1,795,000.

Near the tennis center: The Low Country Edwards House in the new Colony Club section of DeBordieu is as charming as it is functional! 3 big bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 half baths, beautiful hardwood & tile flooring, open living & kitchen area, large 1st floor mastersuit and large rear screen porch overlooking nature preserve at Hobcaw Barony. There’s nothing like having a wildlife refuge in your back yard! $999,000.
On the Golf Course: they say that the quintessential golf view is one looking first at water, then golf. Well, the Hurka House has just that. It’s a gorgeous home with an inverted floor plan, open kitchen, 5 bedrooms and 5.5 baths. $1,575,000.
To get a complete look at all of homes, villas and lots offered by DeBordieu Colony Real Estate, visit the website, or stop in and visit me!
There’s no place like home…..and there’s no place like DeBordieu.

Niche, Nature and Nice Neighbors

 

In the past week, I’ve had two terrific meetings with realtors from Pawleys Island who wisely chose to bring their clients to DeBordieu. It also became pretty clear that I think one of the roles I will play in my new/old position at DeBordieu is one of “outside-realtor liaison.” In fact….having formed some wonderful relationships with realtors in Pawleys Island and Murrells Inlet over the past few years, it might just be my little niche. It was a lot of fun connecting with my realtor buddies and meeting their very qualified clients!

People: The first client was an extremely nice lady looking for a large home with a minimum of 4000 hsf. She needed it to be as nice and new as possible, with an elevator and good view. She and her realtor were pretty worn out after looking all over Pawleys Island so I treated them to a wonderfully, relaxing lunch at the DeBordieu Clubhouse. Afterward, the three of us visited just one house that fit her requirements and price parameters. She loved it, and she LOVED DeBordieu. Because this was her first visit to DeBordieu, she wants to come back when she can bring her hubby and spend more time.

The second client was an absolutely delightful retired businessman. His love of nature and wide open spaces made him a perfect fit for DeBordieu. There were two homes that fit his price parameters and could possibly reach the rental potential he was looking for. An avid photographer, he could particularly appreciate the way DeBordieu looked in the late afternoon light….absolutely gorgeous. Here’s some info about the homes we saw, click on the name to get to the link:
Places: Located in the Ocean Green area of DeBordieu, the 7 bedroom BRASELTON house is perfect for a big family. The huge kitchen opens to the Dining and Living Rooms, and the porches run the entire width of both levels….offering fabulous views!
The STUCKY house was also beautiful, and at just $1.7, one of the best oceanfront deals in the county! Located on a “back-flag” lot, this home has been updated, but thank goodness they didn’t touch the gorgeous woodwork inside.

Things: Hobcaw Barony – located right next door, to the south of DeBordieu, this 17,500 acre wildlife preserve was once home to Wall Street millionaire and presidential advisor, Bernard Baruch, and subsequently, his daughter, Belle. At Belle’s death, the property was placed in a foundation and preserved for teaching and research purposes. Today, Clemson University conducts research in the forest, and the University of South Carolina performs marine biology research in North Inlet. What great neighbors to have, eh?

There truly is no place like home…..and there’s no place like DeBordieu.

My First “DeBidue” Sales Meeting

 

I attended my first sales meeting since my return to DeBordieu Colony Real Estate! Attorney Tripp Hutto was a special guest. He brought us up to speed about a few subjects including closing issues with lenders and timelines. Thanks Tripp!

PEOPLE: DeBordieu property owner, Mary Witt, is the facilitator of my small group in the Women in the Word Bible Study, in which I’m participating at All Saints Church in Pawleys Island. Last time we met, a bunch of us enjoyed lunch afterward at Bistro 217, where Mary shared with me that she is the daughter of Caroline Clapp, one of DeBordieu’s first property owners, and one of my all time favorites. Caroline is no longer with us, but her lively spirit, sense of humor, and love of God certainly lives on in Mary.

PLACES: After the sales meeting we toured a couple of new listings at DeBordieu. The Randolph house, oceanfront, with the bright red roof offered something I’ve never seen before…..the elevator goes all the way to the top of the roof deck! From there, the view was absolutely spectacular. Having assisted the sellers with the purchase of that oceanfront homesite many moons ago, I was delighted to witness the stunning home they built and are now offering for sale. We’ll have the pictures and virtual tour processed soon…give me a shout if you would like for me to send you the link.

THINGS: “Debidue” – that’s the Southern pronunciation that comes from the local Gullah dialect, but where did the “DeBordieu” name come from? Well, legend has it that when the Marquis de Lafayette, landed his ship here in 1777 to help us out with the revolution, he exclaimed “this land is so beautiful, it must be the borderland of God! In French, D’aborde Dieu. The name stuck, and the land is just as beautiful today.

There truly is no place like home…..and there’s no place like DeBordieu.

 

It’s a BEAUTIFUL day in the neighborhood!

For the next few weeks I’ll be getting familiar with DeBordieu’s inventory. Today I visited some absolutely gorgeous homes in a variety of settings. A few on the Golf Course, a few near the ocean, and some really awesome values in the forest at Patewood North.PEOPLE: I stopped to chat with Rock Hinson today as he was preparing to put some finishing touches on the facelift he’s given his house on Collins Meadow. Rock and Lib have owned a place at DeBordieu for-just-about-ever. It was good to see him! And his house, with the new metal roof, sure looked great!

PLACES: One of the finest homes I saw today was on the Golf Course, on Collins Meadow Drive. It’s brand spankin’ new, never been lived in, and has a killer view. Take a look at the details of the house referred to as MOMO.

THINGS: DeBordieu Boulevard – Owners at DeBordieu have told me for years that the stress, hustle and bustle of whatever metropolitan area they come from seems to melt away as they travel from the entrance of DeBordieu just a mile or so to the residential neighborhoods. With nature preserves on both sides of the road, it’s about as GREEN as you can get. It looked magical today as the sunlight was filtering through the oaks lining each side of the road.

There truly is no place like home…..and there’s no place like DeBordieu.