Six great things to enjoy at Island Rec Center Hilton Head IslandThe Island Rec Center is located at 20 Wilborn Road on Hilton Head Island - convenient to the north end of the island and the Hilton Head School campus. They have a simple yet over-arching mission statement to "address the needs and concerns of the community." To that end they require coaches, administrators, students and all participants to abide by certain standards. The Golden Rule is in full force and effect at Island Rec Center and all their facilities and the feeling of warmth and caring is always evident.FUN THING 1SWIM! all year round either to do laps or just to splash around! There are masters classes for folks who may be training for an ironman triathalon, or the local high school students training for their swi... 01/10/2015

  Time for the 2015 Volunteers in Medicine Soup Challenge   When: January 18, 2015 Hours: 12 to 2PMWhere: Westin Hilton Head Resort and SpaWho: Everyone and AnyoneTickets: $20 adults, children FREEWho to Contact: Event Organizers  SLLLLLLLLLLUUUUUUURPing is good! That may be rude any other time but for the VIM Soup Challenge it's kind of 'de rigueur'! This terrific event is coming up and it's a great opportunity to sample all kinds of soups, chowders, and chillis from some of Hilton Head Island's best chefs and restaurants! This is the main fundraiser for the Volunteers in Medicine Cinic on Hilton Head Island. This organization provides free, quality health care for members of the community. Created by Dr. Jack McConnell, the clinic provides high-quality health care since the Affordabl... 01/07/2015

Treasure at the Heritage Library on Hilton Head Island Beyond the beckoning beaches, the paths through nature trails, and kayak adventures, another more long-lasting treasure awaits both locals and visitors alike at the Heritage Library on Hilton Head Island. An affiliated library with the Church of the Latter Day Saints, this is a great rainy day place to be. Just like any research library the Heritage Library has tons of information about local historical sites, and gives you terrific information for anything from school projects - yes that vacation can actually produce fun AND learning - to just fascinating knowledge about the beginnings of the lowcountry before the bridge to the island and the gated communities. It's fun to use the incredible array of books, microfiche, videos, and... 01/06/2015

  New Year New You New Community New Home Oh boy, if I had even a 1/2 penny for every New Year's resolution that came and went but made with the best of intentions! Between reading all of the diet tips and hints, trying to pass up dessert, trying to exercise more, be more kind to family members, etc. everybody hates regrets but no one seems to know how to avoid them - as I work with buyers and sellers alike I've come up with SIX WAYS TO SUCCEED WITH REAL ESTATE RESOLUTIONS: 1. Be reasonable; in my coastal vacation and generally second home area, people come and stay for a week and then think that they will be able to make a snap decision the day before they leave. Give yourself some time, those of us that live here want to help, we don't expect you to make the snap decision. What we do ... 12/31/2014

VA Loans in Hilton Head Island SC Hilton Head Island South Carolina VA Loan is the best loan program and loan payment in the country! Designed for both active duty military and honorable discharged Veterans, VA Mortgage Loans are one of the best mortgage loan programs available today. Here are some of the great features of this fantastic program: Zero Down Payment, 100% financing. Monthly mortgage insurance is not tacked on to your payment. Compared to other types of mortgage loans, easier credit-qualifying requirements. Low fixed mortgage rates result in a low monthly payment. How do you qualify for this loan program? First of all, you must verify your eligibility. This is done by ordering your Certificate of Eligibility or COE. You can work with an approved SC VA mortgage loan lender ... 11/13/2014

  2014 Hilton Head Oyster Roast, Insider Tips!   When: November 8 & 9, 2014Hours: 11am-5pm both daysWhere: Shelter Cove Community ParkWho: Everyone and AnyoneTickets: $6 adults, children 10 and under FREEWho to Contact: Event Organizers   BIVALVE EATING FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY Yes, you'll become a fan as soon as you begin to slurp these wonderful local treats! AND you'll be benefiting one of the terrific charities on Hilton Head Island - the Island Recreation Association. As for the oysters, steaming, and fresh from the local waters, you'll begin to see and feel the comaraderie that we wait for around here all year round! How do you 'do' it? First you have to be willing to ruin your manicure, and be willing to get pluff mud on your clothes, and to be polite - but firm- as you belly up ... 11/06/2014

    Race to the 2014 HHI Concours d'Elegance Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival & Concours d'Elegance!   When: October 24 - November 2, 2014Hours: Dependent on Individual EventsWhere: Savannah, GA and Hilton Head Island, SCWho: Everyone and AnyoneTickets: Varies according to Event & CombinationWho to Contact: Event OrganizersContact Information: HHI concours Hilton Head Island's Major Fall Event It's back! From their small beginning on the field at Honey Horn Plantation with the hope of no rain, and trying to convince the owners of the magnificent cars to park on the dirt and grass, to the amazing venue at Port Royal Plantation, The Concours has certain come a long way in 12 years!  Broken into several events and options, the Concours has everything from those with a need for speed, w... 10/18/2014

What Type of Buyer are you - a Caterpillar or Butterfly Pardon the analogy but I've been engrossed all summer with my newest hobby - providing nectar plants in order to attract butterflies - well, technically to attract the caterpillars which will in turn produce the butterflies. Because I've been highly attentive watching this life cycle and because my real profession is not that of an entomologist but instead a Realtor(R) I naturally applied my research to buyers. Phase One - Flower Selection Process The first contact I have with you is generally from my website - you're now the butterfly that quickly lands on all kinds of different flowers. The butterfly goes from flower to flower trying to find just the right place to either sip nectar or to lay eggs. This process truthfully is not ... 08/25/2014

Bicyclists Welcome on Hilton Head Island The Town of Hilton Head has made a concerted effort to be bicycle friendly. This summer I really noticed our visitors taking them up on it. I just want to say hooray but also to reach out to give some rules of the road for our bicyclists! RULES OF THE ROAD Yep - there are indeed rules by statute to be sure that everybody is on the same page and to protect our bicyclists. Here is some information directly from the Palmetto Cycling Coalition: SECTION 56-5-3410. This section reviews how these laws apply to bicyclists. The provisions of this article are applicable to bicycles whenever a bicycle is operated upon any highway or upon any path set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles, subject to those exceptions stated in this article. SECTION 56-5-34... 08/25/2014

FLOOD INSURANCE UPDATE and Hilton Head Island Homeowners July 2014 Want to search for homes on higher ground? (and obviously this comes with the disclaimer that you must investigate through Beaufort County or request an elevation certificate - though I do many things, being a Surveyor is not one of them) WHAT IS THE NEWEST UPDATE? I hate to say it, but this is meant to be a summary and an encouragement to check with your insurance agent if you're a current Hilton Head homeowner, and if you're thinking of buying, check with a local insurance agent to confirm the effects of the legislation. And, as with all insurance quotes, please be sure that you understand that all the numbers below are estimates, and this is for informational purposes only - and of course this is as of the date of thi... 07/16/2014

Where to Build your Custom Home on Hilton Head SC July 2014 Here are the currently available homesites on Hilton Head in July 2014. For people who have been looking for a home for a while, and it doesn't have this, and it doesn't have that, and you really need one-story, or you'd like an elevator, or any number of features, there is a solution: build! We have lots of talented architects, designers, and very good builders in the Hilton Head area. Why not give it a try? CAN I GET A CONSTRUCTION LOAN? Yes - there are several local lenders who are actively engaged with very good rates that you can call and they will be happy to work with you. Some of them do not even require dual closings; i.e., one closing on the construction loan then another one when it goes to permanent financing. Best ... 07/12/2014

2014 JULY 4TH FIRECRACKER RUN ON HILTON HEAD ISLAND When: July 4, 2014Hours: 8AM Where: Jarvis Creek ParkWho: Everyone who registersHow Much: $35 adultsWho to Contact:Bear Foot Sports843-785-8520Contact Information: www.bearfootsports.com   A great way to get ready to eat hotdogs, hamburgers, baked beans, potato salad, potato chips, and whatever else you'll be picnicing on throughout the day, is to participate in the 29th Annual Firecracker Road Race and Family Fun Run and Health Walk. This race is the largest race in Beaufort County and one of the 10 largest in South Carolina! You'll have a great time with 1600 of your closest friends. After the adult road race there's a children's fun run, activities, craft beer garden (bring your ID), live music, fruit, cold refreshments and more. Th... 07/01/2014

FAQ What is going on for July 4, 2014 on Hilton Head Island and Beyond   It's almost here and I'm already decked out with July 4th finery! You can go and get your nails done at Nail Expo too if you'd like - but if you would prefer to do something more traditional, here are some ideas to celebrate this fun holiday! Sea Pines Resort - Harbour Town Cost: $6.00/car gate fee Contact: 843-785-3333 for more information There will be children's activities, music, food, and beverages (bring your ID if you plan to have anything other than lemonade or iced tea) and the fireworks display over Calibogue Sound happens at dusk (about 9:15p.m.) Parking is in short supply in Harbour Town so the best idea is to park in one of the many Sea Pines Resort parking lots and relax and take the Sea Pines Trolley... 07/01/2014

HILTON HEAD'S FIRST ORANGE LEAF YOGURT SHOP, OPENS IN SHELTER COVE Where: 40 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC  29928Hours: Sunday thru Thursday 11am-10pm, Friday/Saturday 11am-11pmWhat: Frozen YogurtCost: Up to you! Average price is $5.00 for a cup with toppings of your choice. Phone: 843-689-5323 WHAT HAVE WE BEEN MISSING? With just a 'soft' opening (pardon the pun) Hilton Head has gained it's newest member of the froyo craze! Orange Leaf Yogurt has just opened in the new Kroger Town Center in Shelter Cove - just in time for the summer season and within an easy bike ride from Palmetto Dunes Resort, the Marriott, and the Omni! If you go to the fireworks on Tuesdays in Shelter Cove, this is a great way to have something cool, flavorful, and fresh. Orange Leaf is known for their ... 06/29/2014

Palmetto Dunes Hilton Head Island May 2014 Market Report  Yes, June is nearly over but here are the stats for Palmetto Dunes Golf Villas and Shelter Cove Villas for May 2014.   A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF PALMETTO DUNES    Palmetto Dunes Plantation is divided by William Hilton Parkway. Palmetto Dunes is famous for its gorgeous golf courses on the "Mariners" side and for easy access to the ocean; on the Shelter Cove side, there are fun shops, restaurants, and the harbour - every Tuesday there are fireworks! So, if you're familiar with Palmetto Dunes this will give you a great eagle's eye overview. Just as an introduction, the market report is prepared and organized by price range - not by the location. If you'd like to have this report emailed to you every month, please let me know!     06/19/2014

Hilton Head Island RIB BURNOFF 2014-Insider Tips! When: Saturday, May 17, 2014Hours: 11:30AM - 3:30PMWhere: Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey HornWho: Everyone and AnyoneTickets: $10 for Active Military FamiliesRegular admission $12 in advance, $15 at the gateChildren 12 and younger FREEWho to Contact: Event OrganizersContact Information: jim@gantfamily.com KIWANIS 18TH ANNUAL BARBECUE FEST It's back! Like clockwork the weekend after Mother's Day, the Rib Burnoff and Barbecue Fest returns with finger-licking goodness! The participation is from professionals, restaurants, and amateurs alike and there are professional certified judges who will direct the blind judging to pick the award winners - ticket holders too get the chanve to vote for their favoriates. Usual entrants include One Hot... 05/12/2014

  May Home Tour of HHI Sea Pines Resort - Vertically Real estate video provided for Sea Pines Resort, Hilton Head Island provided by Susan Jacobsen of Carolina Realty Group through Lowcountry Luxury Homes.   Before we go any further   YES, I realize that the video was shot vertically with my iPhone(tm) and I forgot to hold it horizontally. For those of you who will be so kind as to suggest that I download the app "Horizon", yep, I've now done that and I promise that in the future my terrific videos will be done appropriately. I do hope that you will enjoy this video nonetheless. I saw 19 homes on the tour this week and this is just a sampling!   OVERVIEW OF THE TOUR   Every Wednesday, another area of Hilton Head Island is featured on a Realtor(R) tour. Now, some folks feel that it's a w... 05/10/2014

FAQ What to do if it RAINS ON HILTON HEAD DURING THE HERITAGE? People are running around the island with mopy faces, the traffic is snarled because today, and apparently this whole weekend, it's supposed to rain on Hilton Head Island, SC which just happens to be THE SOCIAL WEEKEND of the year at the RBC Heritage Golf Tournament. OK, so it's raining. It's not a COLD rain, it's a fairly steady rain and it's 62 degrees - not our normal low 70's weather and everyone wants to know what to do. You've come to our island with visions of bright green golf courses, bright white sand traps, and breathtaking views over to Daufuskie Island. There is indeed life on Hilton Head even with the rain. First, kids don't really care. They like to splash in the puddles and actually enjoy riding bicycles and ... 04/18/2014

Countdown to the 2014 RBC Heritage Golf Tournament Hilton Head SC Homes for sale near the Harbourtown Golf Links If you hear cannon gunfire over Calibogue Sound tomorrow don't be alarmed; it's the ceremonial beginning to one of the most highly anticipated annual events on Hilton Head Island, SC. The RBC Heritage Golf Tournament is a week of fun, golf, traffic, fun, entertainment, traffic, parties, and did I mention traffic? Seriously, this tournament takes place on the famed Harbourtown Golf Links and with views over Calibogue Sound, lagoons, narrow fairways, postage stamp sized greens, it's a true challenge for the PGA pros. It is also one of the most well-attended events by pros since it comes the day after the infamous and stress-packed Masters. For players and their families our lai... 04/13/2014

Hilton Head, SC Homes for Sale under $200,000 April 2014 Search more homes on Hilton Head This price point is very popular but selection is nearly non-existent on Hilton Head Island. At this moment - not including attached homes or townhomes, there are FOUR. 16 Mystic Drive, Old Woodlands 46 Chinaberry Drive, Chinaberry Ridge 36 Shamrock Circle, Wild Horse Court 14 Great Barracuda, Beach City Road The locations range from the south end of the island to the north end and the great news is that because they are not within gated communities, the fees are very low or non-existent. These communities are also terrific for people who really enjoy more freedom to perhaps have fencing, or sheds for tools, boats, and RV storage, or motorcycles without restrictions as to height, size, or location.... 04/03/2014