Sept. 19, 2016

I Love What I Do....

"My husband and I had an empty lot, and an investment home to sell.  Lorri brought in solid offers, negotiated quickly, and completely oversaw the process of settlement on both properties to ensure that we closed on time and with no issues.  She easily understood our desires for our new home, and found us several compatible properties to view.  She also assisted in our decision making process by being well prepared to answer our many questions regarding neighborhoods, resale values, and renovation potential.  She made what could have been a difficult purchase go very smoothly!  This smart lady knows her industry and she is a consummate professional.  If you are looking to buy or sell a home, don't waste your time with anyone else!  She is a true gem in the real estate industry!"

Posted in Other
Sept. 7, 2016

Upcoming September Events

 

Bluffton Boiled Peanut Festival at Bluffton Village, Bluffton
September 10th  12pm - 5pm

 

Harbour Town Fall Fest, Harbour Town, Hilton Head
September 11th  11am - 6pm

 

Coligny Outdoor Market Featuring Whitley Deputy & the B-Town Project
September 16  4pm - 7pm

 

Italian Heritage Festival
September 17  11am - 4pm
Honey Horn Plantation



Aug. 10, 2016

Top 10 Reasons Why I Love Hilton Head Island

 

  

 1)     The Climate – its blue skies year around.   Wonderful therapy from those depressing winter skies of the north!

2)      The People – Everyone here…and I mean everyone…is nice.  Maybe they are happy to live in a nice place, or maybe the nice people factory just churned out more people in this direction…but it sure makes a difference every day to be warmly greeted wherever you go.  

3)      The Wildlife – we all have our favorites.  Mine are the Great Blue Heron and the dolphins.  I especially like when a great blue flies along above my car as I wind down a tree canopied road or when a dolphin comes over to say hello when we are on the boat.

4)      And that brings me to…boating.   Living in Michigan most of my life, boating was a short lived annual recreational activity.  The lakes were only so big and the pontoons were only so fast.  Here, boating is as much about transportation as it is recreation.  I love to be able to hope on a boat to go to dinner or to run down to Savannah’s river street.  It’s faster than driving and much prettier!

5)      The Scenery – some like the beach.   I’m in love with the marsh.  Give me a moss draped oak tree overlooking the marsh and I may never leave.

6)      Location – You live in an oasis here but you are close to many things.  We make day trips to Charleston, Savannah and Jacksonville.

7)      Rush hour – I write this with a smile.  Those that have lived here a while are a little spoiled, but those of us that know what real traffic is (metro Detroit, anyone?) sincerely appreciate a short commute, no traffic jams and never waiting more than one traffic light cycle.

8)      The History – The lowcountry is brimming with history from the many battles fought on these lands to the Gullah folk that still exist today on the island.

9)      The Bridge – there is hardly a more decompressing feeling in my life than to drive across the bridge onto Hilton Head Island.  Big exhale.  Big Smile.

10)   The Ocean -  nothing is more rejuvenating or helps me connect with life better than a walk on the beach, salt air and a gorgeous sunset.   There is no shortage of picture perfect views here!

Aug. 8, 2016

Value of Staging Your Home

Staging helps a home sell faster and for closer to list price.  It's not always easy to tell an owner they need to de-clutter or stage...after all, they are perfectly comfortable right now in their own home!  It's helping the seller see that they need to prepare their home for someone else's eyes and for someone else's dream of living there and making it their home that will usually help convince them that staging is very important.  This is especially vital in an empty home that screams "give me a low ball offer, I'm vacant!".  Having a home laid out in a visually appealing way is key.  Actually, sometimes it is very easy and just a matter of rearranging things the owner already has.

 

I have key people on my team that can both give a consultation and do this work.  It's been invaluable to my clients!

 

July 14, 2016

In the heart of Shelter Cove - 7455 Anchorage Villas

New Listing!  7455 Anchorage Villas

7455 Anchorage Villas Exterior

Terrific opportunity to own right in the heart of Shelter Cove. Gorgeous views from this well kept villa which has been enjoyed as a family getaway for years. Very peaceful setting yet just walking distance to shopping, dining and water sports at popular Shelter Cove Marina. Would be a desirable property for short term rental income or to use as a permanent or second home. Spacious 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, fully furnished, covered parking, turn key and ready to go. Dunes buggy beach service available in season and new A/C installed in 2015!  $244,900

7455 Anchorage Living Room

Spacious living room with adjacent dining room....perfect for entertaining!  

7455 Anchorage Living room

The furnishings are beautiful and compliment the space nicely.

7455 Anchorage dining area

The dining area is light and bright with views of the lagoon and fountain.

7455 Anchorage Kitchen

Abundant cabinetry plus a pass-thru to the dining area and the outdoor entertainment patio.

7455 Anchorage bedroom

One of two bedrooms in the villa with large closet and beautiful furnishings.

7455 Anchorage villas bedroom #2

Second spacious bedroom in this 2 bedroom villa.

7455 Anchorage bathroom

Full bathroom; one of two in the villa.

7455 Anchorage Villa Bathroom #2

Second full size bathroom.

7455 Anchorage Laundry

7455 Anchorage view

Refreshing view from the villa featuring a private lagoon and a beautiful fountain.

7455 Anchorage pool

Community pool and entertainment pavilion.

For more information and a virtual tour, please click here!  And for a personal showing of this great villa, call or text me today.  (843) 422-6448

July 7, 2016

Hilton Head Beach Renourishment

town of hilton head beach renourishment timeline

In order to preserve our beautiful Island and to continue to provide the residents and visitors with a unique wide stretch of sandy shoreline, a beach renourishment project has commenced on Hilton Head Island. High density visitor-oriented beaches along central shoreline will not be impacted until fall. 
Click here to read the 2016 Beach Renourishment timeline.

During the 5 month renourishment project construction operations must proceed around the clock and will, on average, move along the shoreline at a rate of about 200 to 300 feet per day. Please note that only approximately 1,000 feet of beach access will be restricted per day, leaving all remaining Hilton Head Island beach available for use.

If you would like updates and interactive map locations of the beach renourishment project, please click here for the town's website.

*information provided by the Town of Hilton Head Island website

 

Posted in Other
June 21, 2016

100 Shell Ring Road - Sea Pines

100 shell ring road front

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

100 Shell Ring Road - Sea Pines

Desirable corner lot in popular Carolina Place, short walk to pool and tennis. One story living with gorgeous remodeled kitchen, vaulted ceilings and lots of natural light. Three bedrooms all with their own bathrooms make this home perfect for hosting those out of town guests that will love to visit you in Hilton Head. Sought after two car garage makes this home a stand out. Great location within Sea Pines for this fabulous permanent home, 2nd home or vacation rental.  $549,000  
MLS# 352641  More info and photos

100 shell ring road kitchen

Posted in Listings
May 23, 2016

Upcoming Events This Week in the Lowcountry

FARMER'S MARKET OF BLUFFTON
May through September 2PM-7PM
Visit website for more information

HILTON HEAD ISLAND ART FESTIVAL
May 28 - 29, 2016  10AM - 5PM
Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina
Visit website for more information

BARRELS AND BLUEGRASS
May 28, 2016  12PM - 5PM
Coastal Discovery Museum @ Honey Horn
Visit website for info and tickets?


SALTY DOG GREAT AMERICAN “WELCOME TO SUMMER” COOKOUT
May 28, 2016  4PM
Salty Dog Café in South Beach Marina Village
Visit website for more information

 


MEMORIAL DAY FREEDOM 5K
May 30th, 2016  8AM
Shelter Cove Towne Centre
Visit website for more information

May 2, 2016

Exciting new listing in Sea Pines

            

Turnkey home in desirable Club Course. Total renovation with new EVERYTHING. Open floor plan perfect for entertaining with eye popping and fully appointed gourmet kitchen with spacious island. 4 bedrooms en suite for blissful privacy along with luxurious, spa-like bathrooms throughout. Wonderful natural light and golf course views. This is a Sea Pines must see property.  $739,000

http://www.myhomeinhiltonhead.com/property/351829/

 

Welcome to 84 Club Course Drive!  

Beautiful entry foyer with double doors and new flooring.

 

Incredible Great room with fireplace and new wood flooring.  Recessed

lighting, ceiling fan, lots of windows and perfect for entertaining!

 

Imagine entertaining in this space!  

 

Dining room - formal or informal - this bright and light space

will meet all your needs!

 

A kitchen to die for....a gourmet's delight!  Imagine yourself cooking

a holiday dinner or a quiet dinner for two.  This space will not

disappoint!

 

 

 

 

This home has four bedrooms and gorgeous new baths.

 

New master bathroom - beautiful dual vanity sinks and check out the

amazing cabinetry!

 

 

 

 

Another bedroom with built-in desk!  Check out the attention

to detail in the crown molding, baseboards, closet doors and more.

 

 

 

A  third bedroom with private bathroom - again, more quality and attention

to detail surrounds this home.

 

 

 

Fourth bedroom with private bathroom.

 

 

 

Extensive decking in the rear of the home overlooking the golf view.

 

Rear elevation of of the home.

 

Relaxing golf view from the home and rear decking.

April 12, 2016

RBC Heritage Golf Tee Times 2016