Building Your Own Home on Daniel Island

You're at a crossroads in life, you've lived in the house you're currently in for more than 5 years now and it seems like everywhere you turn in your home, that once spacious living area is slowy closing in on you. When you first purchased it, you couldn't imagine what to do with all those extra cabinets in the utility room or the furnished room above the garage. Now life has changed and as your family expands - whether through the addition of children or the addition of family members coming to live with you like your parents or siblings - it's time to start thinking about your next step. 

But say that you've always wanted a certain look, and no matter where you look for homes, each home has something wrong with it. You can't seem to shake it, you just can't find a place that fits your family's needs or your specific tastes. In this situation, this is the time to think of building a home of your own. 

You already know that owning a home is a wise investment, and with all the new options for homes that can make them environmentally-conscience, energy-efficient and family-friendly, building a home may be the right way to go for you. Another great reason, you are in the driver's seat. If you want a bathroom with 2 showers instead of a garden tub, that can happen before the concrete is laid. If you want a wrap-around porch with extra room for your wheelchair-bound mother, that can happen too. 
You can put your own mark to this special home. 

If you're looking on Daniel Island, South Carolina, and still haven't found the "right" home for you, then look at this property. 

Located at 112 Island Park Drive in the prestigious Daniel Island Park, this homesite sits right across the street from lovely Cattle Trough Park which is filled with blooming gardens. This property is surrounded by exquisite estates and is the ideal place to build your dream home. This property includes Daniel Island Club social membership privileges. An invitational golf membership may also be purchased. This homesite has a build requirement. Want to see this beautiful space for yourself, email me today at brenda.cook@danielisland.com or call Toll-Free 800-958-5635 or Local (843) 971-7100 to see if this lot is what you've been looking for. 

I did mention it was across from a park right...now that's a perfect neighbor! 

~Brenda 


Details: 

112 ISLAND PARK DRIVE
Daniel Island Park
13,307 sq. ft.
$175,000
www.danielisland.com 

School's Back In on Daniel Island

Moms and Dads may be experiencing a bit of relief today now that the kids are back in school. I know, as a parent, you love spending every moment with the kids over the summer but it also can be hard to entertain them all the time. Thank goodness on Daniel Island, there's a plethora of parks, pools, walking trails and more. 

Now as a grandma, I love spending time with the grandkids but I can always remember  the stress of getting the kids back into the groove of school. 


Here are some tips as you kick off the new school year: 

Make sure they get a good night’s sleep 

Set a regular bed time for each night and stick to it  

Avoid giving kids anything with caffeine less than six hours before bedtime

Eat a healthy breakfast 

Make sure your child is up to date on vaccinations, physicals and eye exams 

Meet & assess the new teacher, let them know about any concerns you may have 

Set a routine so kids know when it's homework time, dinner time, etc.

 Go over your child’s transportation plan and discuss things your child can do to stay safe on the way to and from school

Finally, enjoy it! Before you know it, they'll be heading off to college. 

Thanks for reading, 

Brenda 

New Listing on Daniel Island: 142 Scott Street

Hi Friends, 

I'm proud to announce a new listing on Daniel Island at 142 Scott Street in Etiwan Park. 

This wonderful home is in a great location located on a quiet street close to the neighborhood pool and within walking distance to Etiwan Park which is the location of a wide array of community events, from friendly basketball and volleyball games to concerts and children’s sporting events.The home ideally backs up to woods and a tranquil pond with marsh beyond which provides extra privacy to the owners.

This charming residence is filled with upgrades and custom features including hardwood floors throughout the first floor including the master bedroom, ceramic tile flooring in all the baths, designer light fixtures, Muhler hurricane shutters, new front and back doors and brand new exterior paint.

Second floor A/C unit replaced in 2010 and first floor A/C unit replaced in 2011.

Upon entering the home, the foyer opens to a formal dining room on one side, which is the perfect place for family meals or dinner parties, and to a living room on the other, which could be used as an office or study.

The spacious family room has a soaring ceiling that opens up to the second floor and includes a fireplace, and built-ins and is open to the fully appointed kitchen offering a raised bartop, tile countertops and an adjoining breakfast area.

A large sunroom was added off the family room with an abundance of windows allowing views of the backyard and woods beyond. Conveniently located on the first floor, the master suite boasts a walk-in closet and a lavish bath with a double sink vanity, glass enclosed shower and jetted tub for maximum relaxation. On the second floor are three bedrooms and two full baths providing plenty of space for family or overnight guests. There is also a bonus room located over the attached two-car garage that could serve as a media room, playroom or office.

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Golf Takes Over the Lowcountry

It's an exciting time in the Lowcountry as the 94th Annual PGA Championship teed off yesterday at the prestigious Kiawah Island Golf Resort on the outskirts of Charleston. They're expecting up to 30,000 people to descend on Kiawah for the event each day. So far, it's been warm and a tad rainy but all the professional golfers involved are hitting the course with a vengeance. 

We love that our men and women in the armed forces will be able to attend for free. According to the PGA website... 

To honor the men and women who serve our country in the armed forces, active military personnel receive complimentary Daily Grounds access to the 2012 PGA Championship. A valid active military ID is required on the day of attendance to receive the free ticket, which can be obtained at the Admission Sales and Will Call Office. One additional spouse ticket will also be complimentary with the presence of an active military ID, even in the event of a Championship sellout.

There will be a maximum of 156 players and the crowds are already swarming around them. Watch the local coverage of them here! 

This is just another reason that living in the Lowcountry is grand. I hope you will come out to visit us and maybe even decide to move to Daniel Island, we'd love to have you!