Wild Dunes
Resort -- A bit livelier than Kiawah
Island, its major competitor, this complex
is set on landscaped ground on the north
shore. The 1,600-acre resort has not only
two widely acclaimed golf courses, but also
an array of other outdoor attractions. Many
families settle in here for a long stay,
almost never venturing into Charleston.
Guests are housed in condos and a series of
cottages and villas. Many accommodations
have only one bedroom, but others have as
many as six. Villas and cottages are built
along the shore, close to golf and tennis.
Furnishings are tasteful and resortlike,
with kitchens, washers and dryers, and
spacious bathrooms with shower-tub
combinations and dressing areas. Some of the
best units have screened-in balconies.
Golf
Wild Dunes
Resort, Isle of Palms (tel. 803/886-6000),
offers two championship golf courses
designed by Tom Fazio. The Links is a
6,722-yard, par-72 layout that takes the
player through marshlands, over or into huge
sand dunes, through a wooded alley, and into
a pair of oceanfront finishing holes once
called "the greatest east of Pebble Beach,
California." The course opened in 1980 and
has been ranked among the 100 greatest
courses in the United States by Golf Digest
and among the top 100 in the world by Golf
Magazine. Golf Digest has also ranked the
Links as the 13th-greatest resort course in
America. The Harbor Course offers 6,402
yards of Low Country marsh and Intracoastal
Waterway views. This par-70 layout is
considered to be target golf, challenging
players with two holes that play from one
island to another across Morgan Creek.
Greens fees at these courses can range from
$60 to $165, depending on the season. Clubs
can be rented at either course for $25 for
18 holes, and professional instruction costs
$50 for a 45-minute session. Both courses
are open daily from 7am to 6pm year-round.
Boating
A true
Charlestonian is as much at home on the sea
as on land. Sailing local waters is a
popular family pastime. One of the best
places for rentals is Wild Dunes Yacht
Harbor, Isle of Palms (tel. 843/886-5100),
where 16-foot boats, big enough for four
people, rent for around $185 for 4 hours,
plus fuel. A larger pontoon boat, big enough
for 10, goes for about $300 for 4 hours,
plus fuel.
Marina
No trip to Wild Dunes is complete without at
least one boating excursion. The Isle of
Palms Marina, an active, full-service marina
adjacent to Wild Dunes Resort, has a wide
variety of fun-filled waterborne activities
for island visitors and residents. The
marina features a complete fleet of boats
for rent, charter and daily excursions and
tours offering an unlimited variety of
outings for individuals, families or groups.
For guests who arrive by boat, the marina
the marina is located just 7 miles north of
the Charleston Harbor, at Marker 116 on the
Intracoastal Waterway. It can comfortably
accommodate yachts of up to 200 feet. With a
minimum depth in all slips of 8 feet, some
docks can handle boats with drafts up to 10
to 12 feet. Floating docks are equipped with
all the amenities a yachtsman expects from
the finest marinas. For information on
charters, excursions and docking, call the
marina office at (843) 886-0209.
Fishing
Freshwater fishing charters are available
year-round along the Low Country's numerous
creeks and inlets. The waterways are filled
with flounder, trout, spot-tail, and channel
bass. Some of the best striped-bass fishing
available in America can be found at nearby
Lake Moultrie.
Offshore-fishing charters for reef fishing
(where you'll find fish such as cobia, black
sea bass, and king mackerel) and for the
Gulf Stream (where you fish for sailfish,
marlin, wahoo, dolphin, and tuna) are also
available. Both types of charters can be
arranged at the previously recommended Wild
Dunes Yacht Harbor, Isle of Palms (tel.
843/886-5100). A fishing craft holding up to
six people rents for around $750 for 6
hours, including everything but food and
drink. Reservations must be made 24 hours in
advance.
Dining
Morgan Creek Grill, located in the Isle
of Palms Marina, offers an unparalleled
panoramic view of the Intracoastal Waterway
and surrounding Lowcountry marshes from
waterfront dining rooms and the Upperdeck
Bar & Grill, on the roof of Morgan Creek
Grill. Enjoy the freshest local seafood,
steaks, chops and an array of appetizers
prepared in an eclectic style. Musical
entertainment and deep draft dockage provide
a lively local atmosphere whether you come
by land or sea. Their southern hospitality,
casual ambiance, outstanding food, and
unforgettable scenery is what makes Morgan
Creek Grill the perfect destination. If you
are looking for a unique dining experience
that you won't soon forget, visit them on
the creek. Dinner reservations recommended,
843-886-8980.
Located in the Links Clubhouse,
Edgar's Restaurant and Bar has become a
well-known local favorite. Chef Kevin Bruntz
has taken time honored ingredients and
recipes to a new level of Lowcountry dining.
You can enjoy Edgar's Restaurant & Bar for
breakfast, lunch and dinner daily in a
relaxed, casual atmosphere. Dinner
reservations recommended, 843-886-2296.
Edgar's Bar features your favorite
cocktails, a friendly atmosphere and dancing
to the sounds of Ronnie Johnson and his
entertaining repertoire of tunes, from Beach
to Country, Jimmy Buffett to classic Rock 'n
Roll. Ronnie is proud of his open mic policy
so if it moves you, get up and join him!
The
Sea Island Grill at the Boardwalk Inn is
located in
The Boardwalk Inn, and is Wild Dunes'
newest dining experience. Chef Enzo promises
the Freshest in Lowcountry Seafood
available! Sample offerings are She Crab
Soup with Crab Fritter, Fresh Poached
Mussels, a Raw Bar Platter, Fresh Shucked
Oysters or Clams, Boardwalk Flounder, or
your favorite preparation of Black Grouper,
Atlantic Salmon, Yellowfin Tuna, and more.
For the land-lubbers, Black Angus Filet of
Beef and a 22 oz Porterhouse Steak make the
list.
And for dessert, the Sea Island Grill offers
a selection of soufflés and the Ultimate
Chocolate Cake! Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
is served daily from 6:30 am to 10 pm. The
Bar, adjacent to The Grill, offers a
selection of choice scotches, bourbons and
the like. Dinner reservations are requested,
ext. 2200 or 843-886-2200. The hotel in Wild
Dunes also maintains a lounge, which stays
open until 2am.
Facilities
3 restaurants; 2 bars; 2 pools; 2 18-hole
golf courses; 18 tennis courts; fitness
center; Jacuzzi; sauna; room service;
massage; babysitting; laundry/dry cleaning.
The Fitness Center offers a healthy workout
as well as a selection of professional
health and fitness services. Their staff
will assist with your choice of massage
therapy appointments, personal
training/sport specific strength training
and steam or sauna sessions. Advanced
cardiovascular and weight training equipment
is available.
RETURN TO
<<<<<<
HOME PAGE
Call
Me Anytime...
(843)696-8336
Phone
Numbers
Office: (843) 886-9557
Cell: (843) 696-8336
Toll Free: (866) 828-9467
E-Mail
wildduneskaty@aol.com
Company Address
Isle of Palms Real Estate
1116-B Palm Blvd.
Isle of Palms, SC 29451
|
