Jay and Corinne Clancy

In a previous BLOG I wrote about living in PORT ROYAL PLANTATION, the only private, gated, oceanfront plantation on the island. There are currently ( 34 ) homes currently listed from $349,000 to $2,850,000.

Today a new listing has been added.

2 ALBEMARLE PLACE – a charming, well cared for Tabby and Cedar wood home with a brick entry, extensive landscaping and ( 6 ) minutes from the beach.

This 3 BR / 3 BA home. Just over 3000 htd sq. ft. has a screened in Carolina Room with Heart of Pine floor. Top quality throughout with Cherry floors trim and wood work together with carpet in the main living area and bedrooms.

Great room with cathedral ceiling, skylights and gas log fireplace ( on remote ). The dining area has a bay window and seating area - - with an English antique pine corner niche – flows easily into the galley kitchen with granite tops and eat in kitchen - - again the cherry wood theme continues into the spacious Morning Room which has yet another bay window overlooking the deck/patio area.

The 2nd BR / suite - - has an upstairs loft and can be used as a BR / den / office. Ensuite BA.

The master BR – with bay window, has a walk in closet plus two other closets and a separate utility room. The huge master BA was added in 1999 and has terazzo tiles and a heated floor plus halogen lamps. A jacuzzi tub sits in yet another bay window.

A bonus room over the garage is the 3rd BR and is plumbed for a kitchenette. It also has it’s own entrance so could be used as a Mother in Law suite. Outside its own front door, is an English antique gate - - an attractive addition to hang plants.

The easy flow floor plan makes for very comfortable living. A one –of- a- kind property And........ only 6 minutes to the beach !

This house is an exceptional deal. Offered at $575,000. Owner is SCREO.

CALL ME FOR MORE INFORMATION OR A SHOWING OF THIS PROPERTY AND PLANTATION. Cell ( 843 ) 384 8439.

Back yard features a charming fountain.

Springtime at 2 Albemarle Place - - a welcome invitation for the birds and the bees.

Large main living room with cathedral ceiling and door to Carolina room.

Main living room features master carpentry cabinets with plenty of storage plus hidden TV over gas log fireplace.

Formal dining area.

Main living room looking towards front door.

Carolina room with heart of pine floor.

Kitchen - - as you can see - - the party has just begun !!

Looking into the living room from the Carolina room.

Master BR - taken in the evening of course. House dances with light even on a grey day.

2nd bathroom with the cherry wood theme continuing.

FIREPLACE HAS GAS LOGS AND BOOKCASES HAVE GREAT STORAGE UNDERNEATH.

INCREDIBLE MASTER BA WITH HEATED FLOOR AND HALOGEN LIGHTS AND WALK IN SHOWER.

I HAVE A VIRTUAL TOUR OF THIS PROPERTY AS WELL SO REMEMBER TO CALL ME AND I CAN SEND IT TO YOU TOGETHER WITH OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION.

CORINNE CLANCY - ( 843 ) 384 8439

Being British I was delighted when , a few years ago I was invited to join the International Women’s Group here on Hilton Head Island. As much as I loved living here and being a Realtor, something was missing - - that European flavor ? or was it the British humor ?

Actually, I found it was a little bit of both. ( No offense to my adopted country - - just a bit of my culture that I was missing ! ). Belonging to this group has made my life that much enjoyable mixing with these wonderful ladies who, come from all over the world.

The main requirement to enable you to join is that you have to be born outside the U.S. Members are from Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Brazil, Argentina, Hungary, Holland, England of course - - to name but a few !

We meet each month and have lunch and a guest speaker. Our yearly inexpensive dues pay for many sundry items and every July, we meet on the beach and give a donation to a charity of our choice. In 2009 it was for a local charity for abused mothers and last year it was for “ Friends of the May River “. We believe very much in protecting the Low Country and seeing that it doesn’t get contaminated by run-off etc.

Yesterday, our own Mieke Smit from Holland, gave a superb presentation on her recent visit to Russia. It might seem easy to us who watch that it’s no big deal to put this together but I know Mieke has spent hours researching and getting books to hand around and to give us a history lesson as well as show us the wonderful Byzentine architecture of the different villages along the way and to share the personal experience she and her husband Hendrik, enjoyed.

Our meeting yesterday was at the wonderful retirement community of Tidepointe. Everytime I visit this incredible facility I want to live there myself. It has so much to offer for those retired or need medical assistance. The decor is so inviting, food superb and the lovely staff are truly wonderful.

Of course I don’t sell property in Tidepointe but if anyone wants more information on this amazing facility I can certainly send a brochure. It is a Recipient of the Award of Excellence from the Association of Retirement Resorts International.

Before her presentation, Mieke was kind enough to participate in a video for me and I include it below. Don’t forget to Call me for more information on ( 843 ) 384 8439 whether it be for Tidepointe, - - a relocation package or your property requirements i.e., primary home, or second home / investment property.

Even frequent visitors - - well informed about the island in general - - will answer " no " when asked if they are familiar with Port Royal Plantation. Some may recognize it's award winning entranceway on Hway 278. And, perhaps that is good for those who reside in this tranquil, completely residential oceanfront community that is dedicated to the serenity of its landowners and devoid of idle traffic.

Security sends transgressors on their way and a 25 mile speed limit throughout the entire property is strictly enforced.

Larger homesites make for lower density. Among the amenities are the Barony and Robber Row golf courses, tenniscourts, Arborterum and the delightful Residents Beach Club and pool that sits right on the " heel " of the island affording access to arguably the best stretch of sandy beaches on the island - - now about to be " renourished ".

The Beach House provides a meeting place for a wide variety of residents social events as well as for regular meetings with the administration and Friday morning ladies coffee club - if not held at one of the member's private homes.

PORT ROYAL BEACH HOUSE AND POOL.

Likely to be continued in 2011 is a periodic Sunday " Open House " for potential buyers who can, leisurely, survey the many attributes of the community and evaluate the unique landscaping and sense of privacy. A fortunate few may quickly decide that it is for them.

Contiguous to the gated area is the prestigious grande dame Westin Hotel, Planters Row Golf course and Club House and the Port Royal Racquet Club.

Currently ( 34 ) homes ( 3% ) are listed for sale ranging in price from $349,000 to $2,850,000. The median price is $825,000 and the average price is $963,570. At this writing there are ( 5 ) homes " under contract " ranging, in listing price, from #399,000 to $2,695,000.

Centrally located at mile market 5

CORINNE CLANCY - BROKER ASSOCIATE - KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY. CALL ME FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO SCHEDULE A TOUR OR RELOCATION PACKAGE ! ( 843 ) 384 8439 - Cell or DIRECT LINE ( 843 ) 682-8174. HOPE TO TALK TO YOU SOON !

For those of you who are following me -- which sadly at this moment doesn't appear to be many. ( I will improve - PROMISE ! ) you know that I am a semi-retired professional singer. In fact I met my husband Jay on Cunard 's" Sagajford " way back in 1992 and, as they say, the rest is history.

It was a bit of a culture shock coming from England to the U.S. but I attained my citizenship in 2004 ( and that's another story ! ). In any event, I am delighted to be at his side on Hilton Head Island selling real estate.

Last Friday afternoon I performed at TIDEPOINTE ( now a VI community ) - a beautiful retirement community here on the island. I have over the past couple of years been apart of our International ladies Group -- such a lovely group of gals -- and met Mieke Smit who loves to play piano. Our group's founder, Susan Oschenor suggested we perform together and so we did. This last performance will be our 4th ! We do it not just for ourselves but to make people smile who otherwise can't get out to see shows and also try to encourage people to give a donation whether it be for a scholarship for a young musician -- in this case, Dasha -- a young musician who Mieke, through her fund raisers has brought over to study in Boston or -- for other good charities.

Over the years I have sung around the world -- and I feel very fortunate to have done that but now it is my turn to give back to my community and it warms my heart to hopefully help bring joy back into people's hearts through music.

Maybe there are others of you out there that are musicians/Thespians who do the same thing. I know I can't be alone in this. Our team leader, Matt Walley -- an exceptional young man -is a semi retired opera singer who also sings for benefits on the island. His passion, like mine, is for Relay for Life.

As you all know, it's not just real estate we sell, it's lifestyle and helping people find their dream homes or move on with their lives to be with their children. Listing and selling can be hard work but the end result to see clients satisfied at the end of the day is the best reward possible. The same applied last Friday as Mieke and I sang for our supper !

Hope to hear from others soon.

Corinne

My dear friend and client ( Client first and since has become a dear friend ) Sandy Stern has been instrumental in getting this park approved. Not an easy task but one doesn't listen to Sandy without taking her seriously. She is passionate about this park, not only because her husband Eddie is a survivor but because she cares about people.

I think the "Big C" as my mother used to call it has affected most of us. My mother was not as lucky as most and died at 53 in 1967. I was only 20 -- it was tough to lose her so young but I know she would have been inspired by Sandy and Pattie Burke's dedication. I know also, with the advancement of medicine today, she would have survived.

Here's what The Island Packet published to day regarding Sandy and Pattie Burke's commitment.

Follow the link below:

http://www.islandpacket.com/2010/08/14/1338973/cancer-survivors-push-plan-for.htCml

CORINNE