G R A N D E D U N E S L I F E S T Y L E , U P D AT E S & E V E N T S
LIVIN G GR ANDE ISSUE 13
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SUMMER 2020
MAKING A DIFFERENCE Grande Dunes Responds to Coronavirus
EXCITING UPDATES from the Members Club
FUN IN THE SUN in Myrtle Beach
LIVIN G GR AN D E Dear Residents,
Answering Your Management Questions
Everywhere you go, people call
My letter sent last month about the management change
these days “unprecedented”
at Grande Dunes has prompted lots of resident questions,
and “uncertain”. While these
so to clarify a little further, I thought I would expand on
are both very appropriate
some details. Freehold Communities is a management
terms, during all the hardship
firm who manages master-planned communities like
happening, I found myself
Grande Dunes. However, while Freehold does not have an
taking a step back and being
equity ownership in Grande Dunes, it does have oversight
grateful for our Grande Dunes
and management of Grande Dunes. The original owners
community, which has united together and strived toward
who acquired Grande Dunes in 2013 are the same
a brighter day. We have several big things happening
owners, nothing has changed in that regard. We are still
in Grande Dunes that I wanted to shed light upon in my
following the same vision and plans for Grande Dunes.
letter to you.
Freehold brings a wealth of knowledge to the community
A Grande Re-Opening
and the existing team here at Grande Dunes is excited to
I want to thank you all for doing your part to help stop
be part of the new management.
the spread of COVID-19, these are definitely uncharted
Events on the Horizon
waters for us and the world, but we managed to come
The team is also taking an in-depth look at our Marina
together as a community and I thank you. Now, as we
Park events, and when will it be a good time to host
begin to reopen our amenities, we will be following the
responsibly planned fun times. We know that these
Federal and State guidelines, including those from the
events are highlights to our summer, and we are doing
Center for Disease Control, the Occupational Safety
everything we can to ensure 2020 is still lots of fun.
and Health Administration, South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
To borrow yet another common phrase we often hear, “We’re in this together.” In Grande Dunes, we truly are in this together, and I am so proud of the amazing people
We recently sent out a survey, because we want to hear
in our community, whether they are chipping in to make
from you, and how you feel about the current situation.
face masks or simply strengthening our community by
Some of the questions were “Are you comfortable
offering support. The entire Grande Dunes team is doing
returning to the Ocean Club?”, “How important is
everything we can to make sure that our community and
social distancing to you?” and others that will help
our residents have a bright and healthy future. Please
us understand where the community stands and give
never hesitate to contact our team with any questions or
everyone an equal platform for feedback.
comments or concerns.
We are getting lots of emails from residents asking when we are planning to open, and the simple answer is, very soon. We are working on bringing back staff, implementing increased cleaning protocols and we want
Sincerely, Margaret LaCalle
have all worked so hard to stay at home, we want to
Margaret LaCalle
approach re-opening responsibly, keeping in mind our
President
to make sure we can protect our staff and residents. We
high-risk residents, so we can stay open.
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CONTENTS
Event Updates
U P DATES
6 RESIDENT ACTIVITIES/CLUBS.......................... 6
Marina Open 19
RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT.......................................10 MEMBERS CLUB................................................... 12 OCEAN CLUB........................................................16
Business Spotlight: Treat Your Pet 24
ANCHOR CAFÉ....................................................18 MARINA..................................................................19 GRANDE DUNES CARES...................................20 BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT...................................... 24 THE GRANDE LIFE............................................. 26 REAL ESTATE AT GRANDE DUNES................ 28 COMMUNITY NEWS...........................................43
L I V I N G
T H E
GRANDE DUNES LIFE Who would have thought that in a few short months the world would change so much and that for a time we would change flip flops for face masks and suntan oil for hand sanitizer? I know everyone has been looking forward to the pool opening, enjoying beach chairs, umbrellas, live music, events and getting back to normal. So, we wanted to share some upcoming happenings that we can all look forward to. Of course, all of these events are contingent upon current health guidelines, conditions and the phase of reopening we are currently in. So keep this in mind, as all dates are subject to change.
JUNE: Beach and pool chairs will be spaced apart to ensure a
JULY: The month kicks off with our 2nd Annual Golf Cart Parade
healthy distance. Our staff will be cleaning and disinfecting per CDC
(pending) through Golf Village on July 4th with lineup starting at
guidelines. We, as a team, will do everything we can to abide by
9:00 am at the Members Club. We will ride through Golf Village,
federal and local guidelines.
Cipriana Park, Portside and Living Dunes and end up at the Ocean
The Gary Powers Event will be rescheduled. I will share our new
Club where we will have a contest for the best decorated golf carts
date with you in my newsletter, on the member web calendar and
for prizes.
on our closed private group Facebook page.
There’s a $15 registration fee that will go to Backpack Buddies/
One way you can give back is by donating the gift of life. Our next
Help4Kids. We hope that you will come out and enjoy watching
Blood Drive will be at the Marina on Monday, June 15th from
all the patriotic golf carts go by while in your neighborhood! More
8:00 am – 1:00 pm. Sign up at RedCross.org and use the sponsor
details coming soon.
code “GrandeDunes” (no space).
Our New Owner Orientation is tentatively scheduled for July 8th
There will be no 3rd Friday Live Music Event on Friday, June 19th.
at 4:00 pm.
AUGUST: We are planning on having our 3rd Friday Live Music Event (pending) back by August 21st. We hope you can join us for a fun night of music and dancing. Also in August is an outdoor concert in Marina Park on August 25th! Our new Wine Around Club is planning its first outing on August 6th under the direction of Ambassador Suzanne Lopeszia. Stay informed by joining our private group on Facebook called Grande Dunes Resident Lifestyle. You can also keep up with everything going on at the club and in Grande Dunes with the monthly newsletter called “What’s UP at the OC?”. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at
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Peggy.Davis@GrandeDunes.com or at 843-913-1312.
THANK YOU To Our Fantastic Ambassadors! Photography Club – Galen Mills Fishing and Boating Club – Robert Verona Book Club – Sue Oliva Bike & Cycling Club – Mike Davison Watercolor Painting Class Instructor – Cindra Marshall MOAA – Military Officers of America Assoc. – John Bradley Women’s Club (Luncheon) – Marian Parrotta Bridge Club – Marilyn Beach Bunko Club – Donna McMahan Travel Club – Sharon Flutsch
Have you heard about the
Car Club – Lee Gillespie
Grande Dunes Photo Club?
Grande Dunes Cares – Brook Davis and Sharon Fallon
Sign up for our newly revised Grande Dunes Photography Club led by our Ambassador Galen Mills!
Mahjong – Joan Rivenbark Wine Around – Suzanne Lopesizia Hooks and NEEDles Club – Joni Muse
https://grandedunesphoto.myportfolio.com
STAY CONNECTED
HOW TO BE INVOLVED
Member Web Calendar will allow you to see the entire month at
JOIN A CLUB
a glance, plus register for all the activities and events.
Grande Dunes is full of residents who have fun and interesting hobbies! From watercolor painting, gaming, bingo to fishing, the
What’s up at the OC? Look for the monthly newsletter to keep
choices are endless. Join the book club or enjoy playing bridge
up with all the events and activities.
or bunko — the sky is the limit. It's a great way to enjoy a fuller life here at Grande Dunes while meeting all kinds of great people.
Grande Dunes Resident Lifestyle - Request to join our private group page on Facebook.
START A CLUB I am looking for people interested in playing in the Grande
Slide shows on the TVs, one in the club foyer and one in the pool bar.
Dunes Jam Band and an Ambassador to start this club! To get started, fill out the survey below and return it to Peggy, so we can discover the hobbies you love. We’ll help you get
Printed Activity Calendars – Pick one up at the Ocean Club or at the Waccamaw office.
Return the linked survey to Peggy Davis if you would like to connect with others who share your same interests.
plugged in with neighbors who share the same interests as you, and the new friendships you’ll make are priceless.
FILL OUT SURVEY TO GET INVOLVED! >>
G E T I N V O LV E D W I T H
LI F E ST Y L E C LUB S
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All events pending and are subject to change. Stay connected through our Facebook private group page "Grande Dunes Resident Lifestyle" and our email message updates.
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UPCOMING CLUB & EVENT DATES
CONTACT PEGGY DAVIS FOR MORE INFORMATION 843-913-1312 OR PEGGY.DAVIS@GRANDEDUNES.COM
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Meet
Ken Meyer & Marian Parrotta
This month we spoke with Ken and Marian and got to know more about their lives and why they love Grande Dunes!
K
en Meyer, Jersey City, NJ grew up on Long Island
community on an island. They served on the HOA boards,
and attended college at Ohio University. “Go
were officers in the men’s and women’s’ golf associations, and
Bobcats!” Marian Parrotta, Ozone Park Queens,
Marian was the leader of their summer kids camp for 10 years
grew up on Long Island and attended college at
and President of the Women’s Club.
SUNY Stoney Brook.
Travel and golf are their past time activities and feel very
They both worked in Manhattan, Ken for the JCPenney
fortunate to be able to travel to 6 of the 7 continents from
Company and Marian for The Guardian Life Insurance Co. They
Machu Picchu to Siem Reap from Northern Ireland to Australia
traveled on the Long Island Railroad from Babylon to Penn
and New Zealand. A favorite trip was to Morocco from the
Station, met on the railroad and were married on 12/31/1989.
camels to sleeping in a tent in the Eastern Sahara. Their bucket
Ken has two sons, one who lives one in Indiana with his family
lists still have a few stops as they plan to travel to Puglia, Italy,
and the other son on Long Island.
and Artic Circle in 2020, but that may be on hold until next
At JCP Ken was in the non-retail purchasing department, his
year. Marian has enjoyed searching her family roots from Czech,
department purchased everything JCP used internally, from
Austria, Ireland, and Italy and has traveled to Salt Lake City to
stationery to corporate planes. A corporate move in 1988 took
the Mormon Library to continue her research.
them from NY to Plano, Texas. Early retirement was offered in
The move to Myrtle Beach in June 2016, was basically two-
1998 so after 30 years of service, it was a great opportunity to
fold; 1) Downsizing to a condo in Grande Dunes which offered
start the next chapter.
exceptional value. 2) Marian’s parents have lived in the Myrtle
Marian always worked in the health and life insurance arena.
Beach area since 1980 plus she has two brothers and 2 sisters
With the relocation in Texas, she began a new career with a
who also live close by. Bonus: Ken loved the easy beach and
startup insurance company with 11 employees and a far cry
golf access.
from the NY experience. The company grew and thrived and
Since moving here, Ken sat on the Member’s Club committee
when she retired in 2000 as Chief Operating Officer there were
and is currently a volunteer at Helping Hands of Myrtle Beach.
over 850 employees, an experience like no other.
Marian is involved with Help 4 Kids/Backpack Buddies, Friends
After Texas retirement they moved to the Eastern Shore of
of the Carolina Forest Board, and started the Grande Dunes
Virginia on the Chesapeake Bay. They farmed clams and had a
Women’s Lunch Group with over 200 women who have
small vegetable garden. It was a wonderful reprieve from their
shared in the experience of making new friends! She has also
hectic corporate lives. The real estate bubble was at its peak,
participated in several outreach programs and is very active
so they made a business decision to sell and move. Ken had
with the Grande Dunes Cares initiatives. They both feel that
always wanted to live on a golf course so off to Beaufort, SC
Grande Dunes and Myrtle Beach offer lifestyles as diverse as
they went. They moved to Callawassie Island, a small gated
the housing options, there is something for everyone 24/7.
Members Club — U P D AT E —
Over the last couple of months, we have all experienced a level of upheaval and uncertainty like we have never known. It has been a particularly challenging time and we are all concerned about our health, our livelihoods and our communities. We do hope you are well; staying safe and are healthy. We all must do what we can to protect ourselves and to protect each other. Hopefully, we all can come out stronger and wiser in the best possible way. Currently, with some restrictions still in place on social gatherings, the Anchor Café and the Ocean Club remain closed.
Richard Convertini is General Manager of Operations at the Grande Dunes Members Club and can be reached at 843-839-1603 or Richard.Convertini@GrandeDunes.com Photo by Carl Kerridge Photography
Please take care of yourselves and of one another. We look forward to seeing you at the club very soon.
A NOTE FROM GRANDE DUNES MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR Summer is in the air, and in our steps as we gear up for the awesome changes that are taking place at the Members Club at Grande Dunes. With the greens renovation underway, excitement and anticipation is upon us. Hopefully, by the time the next issue is out in September, we will be living with the NEW and IMPROVED normal and NEW GREENS on our already wonderful golf course. Look for membership incentives and promotions going into the fall. I appreciate every one of you for supporting your club during this pandemic. The best is yet to come. If you are interested in learning more about membership at the Members Club, read about our membership packages on the next spread. Or you can contact me at (843) 315-0281 or pevans@grandedunes.com.
Pam Evans Membership Director Grande Dunes Members Club
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The Members Club golf course will be closed to play beginning on May 6th as the resurfacing of the greens will take place. Our goal is to re-open the
course sometime early to mid-August. Of course, the opening is dependent on the grow-in of the new tiff-eagle ultra-dwarf grass we will be planting. Golf inherently provides many health and fitness benefits, including the opportunity to spend time outdoors with family and friends, which is needed now more than ever. While the golf course is closed, the golf shop is providing members with numerous reciprocal opportunities at local clubs.
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The importance of social distancing and responsible behavior during this pandemic has become a part of everyone’s daily life. Reopening our facilities responsibly and following the guidelines by the CDC for social distancing practices is something we can all unify behind. We recognize it is crucial that we reopen in a way that prioritizes the health and well being of the entire community.
DISCOVER THE
BENEFITS of MEMBER SHIP Experience a club lifestyle unmatched on the Grand Strand through your membership in the Grande Dunes Members Club. Expertly managed by McConnell Golf, the club offers five-star service and a commitment to excellence. Enjoy exceptional dining,
exciting recreation and legendary golf in a vibrant social atmosphere. Whether you want fun in the sun or access to everything Grande Dunes has to offer, there is a membership package to fit your lifestyle.
*Prices, plans, products and availability are subject to change without notice. Use of recreational facilities and amenities may require separate club membership. Models and lifestyles depicted in photographs are representative and do not reflect any racial or lifestyle preference. Š 2020 All rights reserved.
GRANDE RESIDENT PACKAGE
Ocean Club, Private Beach & Dining Access
Enjoy all of the unparalleled benefits that come along with home ownership at Grande Dunes, including private beach access, adult and children’s pools and whirlpool, food and beverage service around the pool and verandas, member dining at the Ocean Club and more. GRANDE SOCIAL PACKAGE • LIMITED AVAILABILITY •
Club Social & Dining Access
Designed for those who want to enjoy the coastal club lifestyle, where meeting with friends and elegant dining is high on your list, but still have limited golf access. The Grande Dunes Social Membership Package includes access to all dining and social privileges at the Ocean Club and Members Club.
SINGLE OR INDIVIDUAL GOLF PACKAGE • LIMITED AVAILABILITY •
Club Membership, Tennis, Fitness & Golf
Club Membership extends privileges to an individual member. The Membership includes full golf privileges, access to the Members Club and Ocean Club amenities. Members’ family and friends may enjoy the club facilities as guests at the current accompanied guest rates. YOUNG PROFESSIONAL GOLF PACKAGE • LIMITED AVAILABILITY •
Club & Golf Membership for Ages 21 – 39
This very specially priced offer provides full golf membership privileges with access to McConnell Golf network courses and an opportunity to network with other professionals.
GRANDE SPORT PACKAGE • LIMITED AVAILABILITY •
PART-TIME GOLF PACKAGE* • LIMITED AVAILABILITY •
The resort-quality benefits of life in Grande Dunes are nearly impossible to beat. With the Sports Membership, that’s exactly what you’ll get along with limited golf access.
This golf membership package is available exclusively to those whose primary residence is outside Horry, Georgetown and Brunswick counties. Enjoy full golf membership privileges during your visit to the area!
Club Membership Plus Tennis & Fitness
GRANDE GOLF PACKAGE • LIMITED AVAILABILITY •
Club Membership, Tennis, Fitness & Golf
The Grande Golf Membership is all you could ever want from a golf club, social club, tennis club, pool club and much more. This membership plan gives you access to everything, including McConnell Golf network courses. There is nothing in Myrtle Beach on par with this array of membership benefits.
*Restrictions apply
COMING SOON: PACKAGE PLAY! Guests of select Myrtle Beach hotels can purchase limited access to our course.
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Ocean Club — U P D AT E — Fun on the Horizon
FLEXIBLE GATHERING & EVENT SPACE
The second floor of the Grande Dunes Ocean Club is undergoing a transformation into a modern lifestyle center. A place where residents can connect through exciting
OCEAN VIEW LOUNGE FULL-SERVICE BAR FOR HAPPY HOURS BOARD ROOM AVAILABLE FOR MEETINGS
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UPDATED DECOR & MODERN FINISHES
activities and clubs with stunning ocean views and a bright open atmosphere. It will be the newest way to Live Grande.
Dive into the Ocean Club
The Ocean Club is also the spot to enjoy a variety of
Do you know of all the fun opportunities waiting
dining and entertainment. Enjoy a delicious dinner
for you at the Ocean Club? You probably know the
with an ocean view or jump into our gorgeous pool.
Ocean Club offers residents private oceanfront
Best of all, here is where you’ll find our Lifestyle
access. It’s the best place to go when you’re
Director, Peggy Davis, who helps our residents get
looking for a relaxed, quiet and non-crowded beach
the very best out of life!
experience! However, the Ocean Club goes way beyond the beach. It’s also the social centerpiece of Grande Dunes. You’ll find dozens of organizations and clubs such as Travel Club, Car Club, Wine Around Club and more.
Anchor Café AT GR ANDE DU NE S
Update from the ANCHOR CAFÉ TEAM Hello from the Anchor! We all look forward to seeing our wonderful customers again, and we can’t wait for you to enjoy drinks, food and sunsets once more. Until then, we are still closed until further notice. Stay safe and healthy! Please check our Facebook page for further updates.
Virginia Hitchcock is the Manager of the Anchor Café and can be reached at 843-913-1341 or Virginia.Hitchcock@GrandeDunes.com
The Marina AT GR ANDE DU NE S
WelcomeABOARD a variety of batteries in stock. If we do not have your battery readily available, we can have it delivered the same day at no additional cost. Our Fuel Dock is easily accessible and equipped with both diesel fuel and non-ethanol gas. We will meet and exceed all of your boating expectations. Be sure to stop by and experience the Marina at Grande Dunes for yourself.
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The 2020 Boating Season is in full swing and the Marina is almost at capacity! We are excited to welcome back our boaters from previous years and have the honor of welcoming some new members as well. We have been busy making sure that our members and guests have everything they need to enjoy their time on the water. If you need a battery for your vessel, look no further than your Ship Store. We are proud to have partnered with AC Delco to offer
“Bringing the community together to benefit all who live and work in Myrtle Beach by finding creative opportunities to give back to all.”
What do sewing machines, scissors, wires, T-shirt yarn, and fabric
We delivered to several medical facilities, nursing homes and to the
all have in common? Sixty-six awesome volunteers and over 2,300
City of Myrtle Beach for their first responders and city workers.
face masks! We are so proud of all our volunteers who sacrificed their time on the beach, reading a good book, spending time with their families, gardening, etc… to help us make a difference for our healthcare workers and first responders in the Myrtle Beach area. We started our “Mask Project” by partnering up with Britt Bird, the founder of MakeMasksforAmerica.org. She had the orders coming in and we had the volunteers to help meet the demand. We started our project the first week of April and didn’t stop until the end of May.
Below is a note received from John Cowan, Purchasing Manager for the City of Myrtle Beach: Grande Dunes, Words cannot express the heartfelt thanks. The City employees recognize the time, effort and materials you and the individuals that have made these masks put into this project. These masks will support the City of Myrtle beach front line personnel. Again, our thanks to you for making these beautiful masks for the City of Myrtle Beach. Regards, John Cowan
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Photo by Galen Mills
Diane Hunkele
OUR VOLUNTEERS Mary Hicks – Bal Harbor
Faye Kipp – Golf Village
Lorie & Joe Orzel – Bal Harbor
Joni Muse – Golf Village
Judy & Jack Overacre – Castillo
Kimberly DeRosa – Golf Village
Del Mar
Johnnie Bellamy – Golf Village
Sherry Cadorette – Cipriana Park Bettie & Ray Piluso and daughter
Marian Parrotta and Ken Meyer – Golf Village
Michelle– Cipriana Park
Debbie Jacobs – Golf Village
Nora Hutchinson and
Myra Miracle – Golf Village
Bill McClure – Cipriana Park
Andi Crews – Golf Village
Linda Herbst – Cipriana Park
Linda Whitten – Living Dunes
Cyndy Kitchen – Cipriana Park
Susan Laws- Seville
Dave Dube – Cipriana Park
Raoul Faiman – Seville
Debbie Badger - Cipriana Park
Linda Stevens – Seville
Debbie Baughman – Cipriana Park
Joan Alfano - Seville
Donna Rumph & granddaughter
Alyssa Johnson – Sienna Park
Madison– Cipriana Park
Lawrence Israel – Sienna Park
Marie Steets – Cipriana Park
Marcia Bovit – Villa Marbella
Lorie Adams – Cipriana Park
Christine Mills – Villa Marbella
Liz Hyman – Cipriana Park
Gena Willams – Villa Marbella
Susan Badawitz – Cipriana Park
Dianne and Les Hunkele –
Monica Barrington – Del Webb
Waterside Pointe
Sandra Townsend – Del Webb
Alex McGovern – Waterside Pointe
Regina Raffaele – Del Webb
Janet Czarnecki – Myrtle Beach
Phyllis Greb – Del Webb
Debbie Green – Myrtle Beach
Robin Walsh – Del Webb
Eunice Chan – Myrtle Beach
Pam Grady – Del Webb
Elizabeth Caton – Myrtle Beach
Dol Seck – Del Webb
Britt Bird – Myrtle Beach
Pam Lorenzo – Del Webb
Jane Greenwalt – Myrtle Beach
Judy Rivenbark and Bill Rodgers –
Kate Hargather- Myrtle Beach
Golf Village
Alex McGovern
Barbara Malloy – Socastee
Patti Kussman – Golf Village
THOSE WHO DONATED Lowe’s Home Improvement
Walmart
Home Depot
Native Sons
Rose Arbor Fabrics and Interiors
THANK YOU TO ALL WHO DONATED SUPPLIES TOWARDS OUR PROJECT AND FOR THE MONETARY CONTRIBUTIONS. Nine year old Madison Rumph
Delivered 558 masks to Tidelands Health
Delivered 800 masks to the City of Myrtle Beach
Delivery to Inlet Oaks Assisted Living Facility
Delivery to Portside Senior Living Facility
Grande Dunes Cares also did a food and paper drive for Backpack Buddies and Help4Kids in April and May. Thank you to everyone who donated all the food and paper products for those in need. We will be concentrating on helping our charities in the months to come. In the month of June we will focus on “A Day of Hope,� which helps underprivileged kids get ready for the new school year by supplying them with all their supplies and personal essentials as well as new socks and shoes, haircuts and dental checkups, etc. Thanks to their efforts, children can go to school feeling good and with hope in their hearts. Look for the donation boxes set out at the Ocean Club. We need your help to fill 150 bags of essentials. Each bag needs to be filled with these items:
1 Laundry Detergent (2 qt Liquid)
1 Box Fabric Softener Sheets (100-120 sheets)
1 Liquid Dish Detergent (20-24 oz)
2 Toothpaste (2 regular sized tubes-5-6 oz in a box)
Toothbrushes (4-5 in a pack or individually sealed)
1 Deodorant (2.6 oz)
1 Shampoo (12 oz-24 oz bottle) separate, not 2
1 Conditioner (12 oz-24 oz bottle) in one please
6 Bars of Soap (sealed and full size)
Thank you in advance for always thinking of others who are less fortunate.
Delivery to Help4Kids
July is Backpack Buddies and Help4Kids. August is New Directions, the homeless shelter that helps people transition back into being a productive member of society. They believe in a hand up, not a
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hand out.
Donations for Help4Kids
Donations for New Directions
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
Treat Your Pet The healthiest food and treats for your pets
Brad & Kristi Rokey
After many years of moving at the pace that
wonderful people and a lot of beautiful dogs.
comes with city life in Charlotte, NC, Kristi
We couldn’t have picked a better place to
& Brad Rokey decided it was time to slow
live with our furry best friends and to open
down and start a new chapter. Where better
Treat Your Pet.”
to start that new chapter than the gorgeous sandy beaches of the Grand Strand?
Since opening as a tiny, half-filled shop with just a hand full of customers each week,
As with many families these days, their
Treat Your Pet’s retail offering has grown to
dogs were a huge part of their life. They
include nearly five times as many healthy
had always provided their dogs with the
food and treat offerings, and they make it
healthiest food and treats available since
clear that your pet’s health & happiness is
they knew that it made them look and feel
their top priority.
960 Cipriana Drive #B5
Treat Your Pet is also the favorite Dog
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
their best. After seeing great success from this practice, it became their dream to make this success possible for other families as well. The main question on each of their minds was, “Does the Grand Strand need what we want to offer?” The answer was a resounding “Yes!”
Grooming Salon of many Grande Dunes residents, and offers express, kennel-free dog grooming without the markup or complexity
Hours
September 2017, and we’re excited to
Monday - Friday: 9am - 7pm
“We just fell in love with Grande Dunes; it
and live in. Please stop by to learn how we
has its own sort of calmness and grandeur
can help you give your best friend their
that is not mirrored anywhere along the
best life.”
Grande Dunes has clean beaches, beautiful
www.TreatYourPetSC.com
“Treat Your Pet opened for business in
continue serving the community that we love
to the best that Myrtle Beach has to offer.
843-582-4328
typically associated with these services.
Why did you choose the Grande Dunes?
Grand Strand while still being so connected
Treat Your Pet
Saturday: 10am - 7pm Sunday: 12pm - 7pm
Book your dog's next grooming appointment online, in store or by phone. Call or stop in to talk about food and treats for your pets.
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architecture, a great marina, absolutely
the
GRANDE LIFE Delivery to Coastal Women's Center
Susan Laws
Bettie Piluso and daughter Michelle
Dr. Dave Dube making wires
Kate Hargather
Christine Mills
Lori Orzel
Monica Barrington
Sherry Cadorette handing off to Donna Rumph
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Delivery to Inlet Oaks Assisted Living Facility
Patti Kussman
Lawrence Israel
Bill Rodgers
REAL ESTATE
HOW IS THE LOCAL REAL ESTATE MARKET
RE ACTING to the
PANDEMIC? Everyone has been affected by the pandemic in one way or another,
Within the Grande Dunes community, we have already surpassed the
but how about the real estate market? Unlike the last time, our
number of homes over $900,000 that closed last year, and the total
country has now experienced a significant financial downturn. Real
number of homes closed is up 16 homes YTD over 2019 numbers.
estate news seems to be on page 8 instead of front page. There is a
Pricing for existing homes is on the rise too! Builders have confidence
reason for that.
in our area as the development transactions have continued to
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plug along without pause with builders excited about the new
So far, the pandemic’s impact has been minimal to real estate interest
neighborhoods to come.
and sales. It is way too early to truly tell what may happen. Yet
A LOOK AHEAD
looking back over the last 8 weeks, it is clear that the market froze
There are possibly two options for the market ahead; less and less
for two weeks, then resumed a similar selling path that we experience
available inventory starts to increase the appreciation rate of existing
every spring around April 1st. Sometimes it takes more than 8 weeks
homes and creates a backlog of buyers for new home communities.
to accurately determine a real estate downturn, but our local market
I think we will see that as this year unfolds here. On the other hand
is not showing signs of a slowdown right now.
(and it is likely in other areas), the default rate starts to rise, and we
March sales were up 4% over March 2019 and pricing was also up 4%. April was down 6% in the number of transactions over April 2019 and pricing remained consistent. May, which would be impacted the most with fewer contracts in March, has seen a 24% drop in transactions through the 15th but with prices up by 2%. Since May 1st there are roughly 100 listed properties going into contract per day. That is up by about 20% - 30% from the end of March levels.
see spot distressed properties hitting the market. This will obviously depend on the job market and any continued stimulus programs. Many residents in our area have been furloughed or laid-off from jobs, but not as much as larger cities and towns built on industry other than hospitality. Even the concerns of investment property owners that rental revenues would be lost this year have fallen away over the last few days with occupancy rates soaring again.
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I believe we have seen the biggest impact already and it happened
and entertaining. Our goal is to
in March for sales and mid-May for closings. Using virtual services,
keep our residents up to date
videos and Facetime walk-throughs, many buyers are making their
with the latest real estate news
decisions before even coming here. All community sales offices
and community happenings.
are set to resume normal operations with new rules in place for
Please feel free to reach out with
protection by June 1st and several have been reporting rising traffic
any questions, suggestions or
from interested parties over the last few weeks.
comments about our newsletter.
How much more could the pandemic impact the market? No one really knows for sure, but by all indications our local market is performing well, and we expect that to get even better as we get into
Ben Guyton is Broker-In-Charge
the summer months ahead.
at Grande Dunes Properties,
If you have family or friends that have been impacted by this virus or the effects of it, please know that our hearts go out to you. Please reach out to our office if you feel we can assist you in any way. I hope to see you around the neighborhood!
and can be reached at 843-315-0284 or ben.guyton@grandedunes.com
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the last 4 opportunities to buy a new home! Their model is
for you to tour the facility. The facility offers a multitude
available, and you can drop by to get pricing and check out
of activities and gathering to keep residents entertained.
the available spec homes today!
Their second phase is nearing completion and will bring their offering to assisted, partial and memory care areas.
DEL WEBB — The neighborhood sales office is open and
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THE CAPE — Sales office is open daily and accepting guests.
some of the best phases are now being offered.
Grande Dunes’ newest offering! This neighborhood is at the
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corner of Kings Hwy and Grande Dunes Blvd and offers a Cape Dutch architectural theme.
LIVING DUNES — From walking paths to a central clubhouse,
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Living Dunes offers it all and only a block or so to the Ocean! The neighborhood offers new price points and several new
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WATERSIDE EDGE — Pavement is down, and the first homes
types of properties including townhomes and bungalows.
are starting construction! Six waterway homesites are already
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remain! Select your homesite and wait until the time is right to build as there is no timeframe to start construction. You
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WATERSIDE POINTE — This active-adult neighborhood is
may also select your own builder, or work with the builders
down to the final homesites and has at least 10 homes under
presently offering furnished models.
construction. There are two new spec homes just starting
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construction and The Carrell Group has a beautiful home available with a leaseback option. grandedunes.com/waterside-pointe
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Say Goodbye to Ordinary When you drive through the gate of Members Club Enclave, you’re saying goodbye to the ordinary, and hello to the extraordinary! It’s like traveling to an elegant Tuscan Village, yet with all the modern conveniences you need and an ideal location within our Grande Dunes community. One of the biggest highlights of Members Club Enclave is the Modern, Mediterranean architecture crafted by the Carrell Group and AR Homes (formerly Arthur Rutenberg Homes).
time limit to build, it’s the perfect chance to have exactly what you want in your dream home. Contact us today to see how you can call Members Club Enclave home. VISIT
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desires, practicality and an enormous amount of style into one beautiful home. Plus, with no
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A Neighborhood Built on “Wow!” When you drive through Waterside Pointe, the first neighborhood in our Waterside series, you may find yourself saying “wow” more than you’re used to! The homes built in this active adult neighborhood are built by our Waterside Builders Guild, which means that not only are they beautiful, but homeowners can be assured that every detail has been masterfully crafted. It’s clear to see why there are only a few homesites left. The homes by Nations Homes II and the Carrell Group are creating a magnificent streetscape that has really left us all speechless. For even more fun, you can check out Waterside Pointe as you cruise down the Intracoastal Waterway and see just what our residents are enjoying. If you’re interested in calling Waterside Pointe home, you need to stop reading this newsletter and contact us NOW. There are only a few homesites left, and you don’t want to miss this chance. VISIT
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Don’t Wait to Claim Your Place by the Water Ever since we announced Waterside Edge, we have had a positive reception. More waterfront homesites, an amazing location, incredible Del Webb and Grande Dunes amenities – what’s not to love? As you could imagine, the interest in the neighborhood is very high, which means you can’t wait too long to claim your place in this paradise.
interested homebuyers. Located right in the heart of Marina Village, it’s an ideal location for active adult residents looking to live their best years. The next community by our Waterside Builders Guild, Waterside Edge will feature homes by Carrell Group, Nations Homes II and AR Homes. Residents will also have access to both Del Webb and Grande Dunes amenities. Nestled along the Intracoastal Waterway, this 55+ neighborhood is conveniently located just minutes from amazing destinations located within Marina Village. VISIT
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Waterside Pointe, allowing more options and opportunities for the growing list of
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Waterside Edge features significantly more waterfront homesites than its predecessor,
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Construction and Amenities Update Construction of new homes has not slowed at Living Dunes and
Our team is working diligently to maintain the safety of our
many of our newest home plans released in early 2020 such as The
homeowners, employees and future clients! Our sales center is open
Savannah, The Jamestown and The Savannah Bungalow are now
regular hours, however, on-site tours of our homes for sale should be
completing construction. Several inventory homes are move-in
scheduled in advance as a private appointment.
ready or you can select a homesite and build with the customized selections of your choice!
Visit our www.livingdunes.net to view homes for sale, see our standards and contact our team to schedule a tour today.
On-site amenities are now complete and available for use by our residents. Amenities include: • Community clubhouse & pool • A chipping green with bunkers • 8-mile walking system • Multiple green spaces including butterfly gardens, outdoor fire pit and a lakefront boardwalk
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In addition to the added conveniences the homes provide,
With the continued success of our larger series homes, we have
homeowners have full access to all Del Webb amenities, as well as
expedited a new phase to help to keep up with demand and will be
they are also members of the Grande Dunes Ocean Club with private
writing our first contracts in this section this summer. If you have
beach access, a resort pool and some fabulous dining options. Don’t
been waiting for some additional water views to come available
forget about the Explore Del Webb program, where you can dare to
these might just meet your needs, so come on down and take a tour
compare how living in Del Webb Grande Dunes exceeds anything the
of the new phase with one of our on-site Sales Consultants. As a
competition has available. So, when you are ready to experience the
follow up to the last newsletter, our new Villa floorplans continue to
lifestyle for yourself, contact us to book your stay.
impress, becoming that much needed option for those looking for the feel and interior design of a detached home, all with the ease of a maintenance free lifestyle. They are selling fast! If you haven’t seen them you should stop by for a tour!!
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We have some truly exciting things coming to Del Webb this summer.
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Home is Where the Heart Is As we all embrace summer and adjust from these very trying times we just experienced, many are looking for convenience, sense of community and “home”. The Cape at Grande Dunes will allow all to experience this ... and more. Located in Ocean Village, access to shopping, medical facilities and a plethora of dining options are just minutes away. There are championship golf courses, watersports, and the area’s premier attractions all conveniently accessible. While the common areas and neighborhood features are taking shape, we are assisting numerous homeowners in design and customization of their new homes here. Our Model Home is well under way and will serve as a grande example of the architectural style and quality construction offered. Please do not hesitate to contact us to learn more about how we can make The Cape at Grande Dunes home. VISIT
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Welcome to Portside Where retirement means independence, well-being, relaxation, and life fully lived. From Independent Living, to Assisted Living to Memory Care, we provide a full-spectrum of services to meet your individual needs and interests and allow you to enjoy an easy, maintenance-free, healthy lifestyle. Participate in life-enriching events and activities, relax with friends or enjoy personal time. The choice is yours. If the need for assisted living or long-term memory care comforting environment. Our caring, nurturing, and dedicated staff is integral to our community at Portside. Here, residents are people, each treated with kindness, dignity and respect. Families and friends are welcomed with the same warm southern hospitality. There’s a peace of mind that comes with the immediate access to the largest medical facility in the county, located directly across the street from Portside at Grande Dunes. We are also located less than a mile from the sparkling blue waters and white beaches of
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Real Estate
REPORT SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
OCEAN VILLAGE
8 Pending
MARINA VILLAGE
50 Pending
GOLF VILLAGE
5 Pending
with Average List Price (ALP) of
with Average List Price (ALP) of
with Average List Price (ALP) of
$547,161
$518,037
$1,168,400
21 Available
24 Available
43 Available
with ALP of
with ALP of
with ALP of
$620,347
$599,668
$985,557
14 Closed YTD
48 Closed YTD
11 Closed YTD
at Average Sales Price (ASP) of
at Average Sales Price (ASP) of
at Average Sales Price (ASP) of
$552,514
$490,192
$1,153,817
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Average time to sell a property in Grande Dunes is 140 days. Median price of all Grande Dunes homes sold YTD is $500,000 Ben Guyton is Broker-In-Charge at Grande Dunes Properties, and can be reached at 843-315-0284 or ben.guyton@grandedunes.com
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13 Pending with Average List Price (ALP) of $212,953 42 Available with ALP of $234,492 4 Closed YTD at Average Sales Price (ASP) of $113,125
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4 Pending with Average List Price (ALP) of $593,975 36 Available with ALP of $545,775 9 Closed YTD at Average Sales Price (ASP) of $356,968 *All of Grande Dunes
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NEW HOME NEIGHBORHOODS GOLF VILLAGE Anchored by the Members Club, Golf Village offers an unmatched social lifestyle in Myrtle Beach with stunning Modern Mediterranean Homes and amenities.
MEMBERS CLUB ENCLAVE Custom Homesites Home & Land Packages
MARINA VILLAGE A vibrant lifestyle awaits you alongside our marina. Engaging amenities, boating, parks and dining allow for an active and exciting life.
WATERSIDE POINTE Custom Homes & Homesites Active Adult — Gated
WATERSIDE EDGE Custom Homes & Homesites Active Adult — Gated
OCEAN VILLAGE Discover beach living and a carefree lifestyle. Enjoy our fantastic Ocean Club, private beach entry and the best of Myrtle Beach right at your door.
LIVING DUNES Traditional Coastal Neighborhood Single-Family Homes, Bungalows & Townhomes
THE CAPE Single-Family Homes Brick Exteriors
DEL WEBB GRANDE DUNES Single-Family Homes & Villas Active Adult
GRANDE DUNES PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Homeowners' Association Updates INFORMATION UPDATE
VEHICLE STICKERS
Please be sure your current and correct e-mail address is on file with Waccamaw Management as the Board often communicates via e-mail. If you do not have a current e-mail address on file, please contact Waccamaw Management at 843-315-0300 or at info@waccamawmanagement.com.
2020 Vehicle Stickers are available at the Waccamaw Management Office. Please make sure to have these present on your vehicle windshield prior to parking at the Ocean Club. Your “2020” sticker MUST be visible at all times when parking at the Ocean Club.
OFFICE INFORMATION: 980 Cipriana Drive, Unit A8 Myrtle Beach, SC 29572 843-315-0300 MONDAY – FRIDAY 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
DIRECTIONS TO THE OFFICE: The Waccamaw Management, LLC, AAMC office is located between the Tropical Dunes Nail Salon and Freddie Rose Hair Salon. We have conveniently placed a sandwich board on the sidewalk with the Waccamaw logo.
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Should you have any questions, please contact Waccamaw Management by phone 843-315-0300 or via email at Info@WaccamawManagement.com
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