Dear Leamington Property Owners, Friends and Clients~
 
Linked below, is the Leamington Market Update .  This report shows the active listings, the current pendings and the sold properties.  Please note the average price per square foot for the actives, pendings  and solds.  This can help in determining a quick valuation by mulitplying this number times your heated square footage.  Simply click on the link below to open this report:

Bistro 17 ~ FREE Bottle of Bistro Wine with purchase of 2 entrees at dinner or 10% off Lunch.  Located in Shelter Cove Harbour.  bistro17hhi@aol.com

Designing to Sell ~ FREE 1 hour consultation that includes furniture re-arrangement and design consultation.  (843)301-3226 kellyhughes@designingtosellinc.com

Pana Roofing ~ “FREE” roof cleaning and inspection program.  Please email or call them to schedule an appointment. (843)682-2440 office@panaroofing.com

Hilton Head Prime ~ $25 off Dinner at HH Prime at the Oceanfront Hilton! Father’s Day or any day from 6/14 through 6/28/2009.  Just sign up for their email updates on special events and your $25 off dinner coupon will be waiting for you at HH Prime! http://www.hhprime.com/fathersday_popup/fathersday_popup.asp

Mortgage Network ~ “FREE” One Hour private Consultation with David Crowell~ Mortgage tune up or new purchase includes pitfalls to look out for and opportunities ahead.  Client for life program w/FREE Refi’s call (843)842-4004 dcrowell@mortgagenetwork.com.

Coastal Pools and Fountains, Inc ~ FREE pool design and setback review for home and lot owners.  FREE pool owners first months service with one year contract and FREE standard tile replacement with re-plaster of pool. (843)686-4812 or Danyg@aol.com

Bunting Construction Company ~ FREE garage floor painting included with new home construction contracts over $500,000. Offer valid 6/1/09-12/31/09 (843)384-7468 or sbunting@buntingcompany.com

Free $8,000 Tax Credit ~ FHA-approved lenders were recently given the green light to develop bridge-loan products that would allow first-time buyers (anyone who has not owned a home in the last three years) to use the benefits of the federal tax credit “upfront.”  Contact me (800)932-3652 or islandrealtor@hargray.com

Home or Villa Buyers ~ FREE one year home warranty for buyers after purchase and for sellers during the listing period.  This $550 value is paid for at closing and costs sellers nothing if I do not sell their property.  (800)932-3652 or islandrealtor@hargray.com

Studio V Yoga ~ FREE first session Yoga on the beach for all levels with the mention of this ad. Wednesdays at 9:00 a.m. Meet on the Holiday Inn Beach to the right of the Tiki hut when facing the ocean. Bring a large beach towel.  Call Karen (843)816-3777 studiovforhealth@aol.com

Rental Property Buyers ~  FREE Rental Website (Vacation Rental By Owner VRBO) when you purchase a rental property with us.  This includes photos, description, a how to use session and first year payment.  (800)932-3652 or islandrealtor@hargray.com

Pro-Photo ~ 20% off vacation or family professional photos by Scott Moody.  This offer is for the sitting fee at Pro Photo.  Located on Arrow Road past Salty Dog T-Shirt Factory.  scott@prophotosc.com

Masterkey Lock Service ~ $10.00 off the first service call with the mention of this e-mail ad.  Call Richard at (843)684-0688 magnolem@aol.com

Professional Cleaning Services ~ 25% off the first deep clean for homes or villas and 20% off your first regular home or villa cleaning.  Call Zaida Lopez at (843)684-0257

Professional Painting Services ~ 20% off the first paint quote interior or exterior with the mention of this email ad.  Call Roberto Lopez at (843)689-9657

Gentle Spray Powerwash ~ 25% off the power wash of your home or villa with the mention of this email ad.  (843)671-2929 gentlespray@hargray.com

Santa Fe Restaurant ~ Free Appetizer when two or more dinner entrees are ordered(first time with the mention of this email ad.) Offer not for use with any other discounts or specials. (843)785-3838 www.santafehhi.com 

Regions Bank ~ Free with no monthly fee LifeGreen Checking Accounts for students and people over 50.  Includes a Check Card  and  direct deposit or 5 electronic transactions per month or Online Statements (otherwise $5 monthly fee).  (843) 785-5649  Mark.Brittman@Regions.com

We hope you avail yourself to the businesses and the people that have stepped forward with these offers for you.  If you have any questions or comments feel free to call or email us anytime.   Be sure to tell them “Robbie & Jane” sent you.  Thank you.

Have fun!

Robbie Bunting * Jane Hyers

Phone             800-932-3652 ~ 842-0805
e-mail            robbie@robbiebunting.com

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Happy Heritage!

This is the weekend for the Verizon Heritage Golf Tournament. On Hilton Head this week and weekend have become a celebration of being an islander, welcoming spring and having fun. This is the week we all take a moment or a day or a week and really enjoy this incredible Island.

Below is the Broadcast schedule for the tournament.

The Golf Channel Thursday – Friday, April 16-17, 3:00 – 6:00 pm
CBS Sports Saturday – Sunday, April 18-19, 3:00 – 6:00 pm
XM Satellite Radios – Channel 146 Thursday – Sunday, April 16-19, 12:00 – 6:00 pm

In addition to live coverage, Fox Sports Affiliates carry the tournament to Australia, Pan-Asia, France, Spain, South Africa, Germany, Mexico, Venezuela, New Zealand, Singapore and South Korea. BSKYB and CNBC Europe airs the tournament to more than 60 million potential households throughout the United Kingdom and Europe.

The Verizon Heritage also receives exposure through the official website of the PGA-TOUR www.pgatour.com and through www.verizonheritage.com.

Hope to see you there!

Robbie Bunting

Hi~

Below are the market trend statistics for February 2009 which include Hilton Head Properties only.  

We are seeing activity in all residential price points…although the sales over 2 million are still slower with very high inventories which means prices will be correcting on the less than premier locations for the age/condition challenged properties.  

The good news is we sold 39 homes in February compared to 26 homes in January, 37 villas in February compared to 33 villas in January and vacant home sites are still sitting as a result of homes selling below replacement cost.

According to the market research I have completed, the number of properties for sale will start declining in coming months in the residential markets on Hilton Head Island.  If you have ever thought of purchasing it is our suggestion to start looking for the choice property you’ve always wanted as the best picks will be disappearing as we move through 2009. 

Our Best,

P.S.  Please feel free to share this with our contact information.  Thank you.

Marshland and Jonesville Road Communities

In January 1997 the Cross Island Parkway opened the doorway to Marshland, Spanish Wells and Jonesville Roads.  Marshland Road runs through the geographic center or Hilton Head along Broad Creek.  New gated communities include Broad Creek Marina Village, Tidewater Landing and Edgewater.  Existing communities include The River Club, Broad Pointe, Cross Winds, Summer House and Bridgetown. 

 Marshland Road

New ~ Broad Creek Marina Village

• Single family Community with 37 home sites total ~ 3 sold
• Priced from $149,900 (forest) – $599,900 (deepwater)
• Amenities – Gated Village with access to marina, restaurant and pub.  Three years of free boat storage with purchase.  Up to 90% financing, no time limit to build.
• This property is an authentic fishing village with magnificent village architecture.
• POA ~ $500 

New ~ Tidewater Landing

• Single Family Community with 5 deepwater home sites ~ 1 Sold
• Priced at $1,995,000 per home site.
• Gated.  Each  property includes a boat dock and covered pier head
• Todd Hawk (Owner of H2 Builders) is nearly complete on construction of his family’s personal residence on Lot #1. This magnificent 9,200 Sqft Tuscan Estate will set the standard for the rest of the community.
• POA ~ $5,500 includes maintenance of fence gate etc., Landscaping in common areas, Irrigation insurance of such and building a capital reserve.

 Edgewater

• A villa community with the 1st of 6 buildings completed and all 23 units sold.
• Resale prices range from $595,000 – $850,000
• Amenities include 24 hour security, tennis courts, clubhouse with workout equipment, pools, Jacuzzi, dock to Broad Creek, playground
• No short term leases, Monthly regime fee only $523 with no increase for the past 4 years.

Spanish Wells and Jonesville Road Communities

If you wish to discover the local flavor drive down Spanish Wells and Jonesville Road.  Of course, you will drive by the goats and chickens, but you will also discover some small intimate upscale communities with beautiful new homes.  The new communities include The Paddocks, Shearwater, Bryant Park, Seagrass Landing and Jarvis Creek Club.  Here are some of the joys these areas offer:  magnificent marsh views, birds feeding at low tide, horse trails, tranquility, quiet, peaceful, sunsets, hidden gems on a bustling Island with cozy living at it’s finest

New ~ The Paddocks

• Number of Properties/Number sold- 73 total lots, 44 sold.
• Price Range – $295,000 – $950,000 – depending on size & view.
• Amenities – 1.  Pool & Clubhouse.  2.  Children’s playground & outdoor fire pit.  3.  Lake – Dock for fishing or boating.  4.  Horse Stables/Trails.   5.  Private Island for picnicking & relaxing.  6.  Walking trails.
• Vision or story about Development – The Paddocks is modeled after upscale, traditional beach communities of Florida Architectural Guidelines with wood columns, balconies, verandas, metal roofs, wrought iron accents and terraces.
• POA ~ $1391.50

New ~ Shearwater

§         Number of Properties/Number Sold- 37 properties / 31 sold

§         Price Range from  $169,000 for lagoon view to $499,000 for deepwater view.

§         Amenities~ Peace and quiet. Gated. Community dock

§         Vision or Story about the development:  Shearwater is to Jonesville Road as the Florida Keys was originally to Florida: A quiet, peaceful enclave and a destination with views worth the drive.

New ~ Jarvis Creek Club

·    Number of Properties/Number Sold – 86 Single Family Home sites

·    Price Range $99,000 – 329,000

·    Amenities ~ 20 acres with lagoon and marsh views with a total of 86 home sites. Gated entry flanked by two mature live oaks, fresh and salt water ponds, street lights, and a pool complex that will be finished once we have our first home owner.

·    The vision behind the Jarvis Creek Club development was to offer a family oriented neighborhood with new and exciting floor plans at an affordable island price.

·    POA ~ $1000

·New ~ Abbey Glen

·    Number of Properties ~ 40 total (8 Carriage Homes, 32 Courtyard Homes)

·    Carriage Home: 2600 sqft and 400 sqft lanai, 3bed/3bath, 2 story, marsh views, 1^st fl masterbed, 2^nd story deck

·    Courtyard Home: 1850 sqft and 300 sqft courtyard (screened in), 2bed/2bath, den, center room fireplace

·    Price Range $529,900-700,000

·    POA $575-630/month (Insurance included)

·    Amenities:  Private Clubhouse (3000 sqft) with pool and fitness center, homeowner access 24/7.  Maintenance Free exterior and landscape.  Gated entrance.  Vision or Story about the development.  First 55+, Gated, Maintenance free community on the Island.

Call us for a free “The Top 10 Cool Things for families to do on Hilton Head and Latte Lou’s List of Favorite Places to Eat”.  If you wish, simply let us know when you are visiting and we will leave this color 11 x 17 map and these lists at our front desk and include other Ideas including our Beaufort, Savannah, Charleston and Daufuskie Maps.  

Local knowledge is a wonderful thing.  We would be happy to help you any way we can whether it is information about places you are looking at to rent or ideas in real estate,  We are here to help you.   Our continued goal is to provide exceptional service, create raving fans and help our clients succeed. Please call us at 1-800-932-3652 or e-mail us at LOCAL KNOWLEDGE anytime.  Thank you.

Happy Summer 🙂

Robbie Bunting & 

Jane Hyers

P.S.  Please feel free to forward the maps above to friends and family.  We hope you enjoy the Island and we look forward to hearing from you.  Have Fun

Summer time is right around the corner!  

If you are planning on visiting or visitors this summer, we have prepared two great maps that include the top 10 Cool Things to Do on both Hilton Head Island and Daufuskie.   These 11×17 maps offer An Islanders Double Top Secret Ideas to enjoy Hilton Head Island i.e. ~ one of the fun spots to watch the Tuesday Night fireworks during the summer is at Broad Creek Marina on Marshland Road… away from the crowds of Shelter Cove.  

Get a free Map of the Top 10 COOL Things To Do!

These maps are all about fun.  In addition, these maps are excellent for anyone that needs a day off from the beach or for those that dream of living here someday.  They include great ideas and also include a full list of our latest greatest properties.  If you wish, you may also schedule an informative “tour and talk” with one of our knowledgeable staff.  It is very informative, low pressure and is a whole lot of fun while previewing some incredible properties.

Just give us a call or shoot us an e-mail for your free maps.

Please feel free to forward this e-mail to friends or family that you know will be visiting the Island so they can order a free map.  We hope to see you around the Island enjoying the map and having fun!

From the Gang,

Robbie Bunting & Jane Hyers

P.S.  ~ Above we have attached Latte Lou’s Great Places to Eat.  Lou has lived here for 29 years

Greetings from Hilton Head Island!

How you are coming with your real estate search?  Our properties include homes, home sites, villas and quarter shares on and off the  Island. Hilton Head Island offers with  12 miles of Atlantic Ocean beaches, championship golf, unbelievable restaurants, incredible shopping, a great hospital, public and private schools and an airport.  It has been our pleasure to help families find the right property on this  Island for over 19 years!

Just call or email at anytime!  Jane and I would be happy to answer any and all questions, research specific area of interest, send additional information on Island and off  Island properties.

We have put together a few websites and their respective links to help with your research!

www.islandpacket.com Our local newspaper with Island information and classifieds.

www.dunesmarketing.com Information about our company, the services we provide and the properties we offer for sale.

www.robbiebunting.com This is our multiple listing service with all Island Listings for sale.  Visit the site, but please do call us if you have any questions about any property you see.

www.hiltonheadchamber.com  Everything that is happening on the  Island can be found here.

www.artscenter-hhi.org  All the happenings of Arts Center of Coastal Carolina.

www.hiltonhead.com/events/ Island events

We hope you have a wonderful week.

Thanks,

Robbie Bunting and Jane Hyers