Marriott Vacation Club Announces Opening of Newest Hilton Head Island Resort
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC, June 23, 2005. Marriott Vacation Club International (MVCI), the vacation ownership division of Marriott International, Inc., announced today the opening of the company's eighth resort on Hilton Head Island, S.C. Set on one of the last remaining beachfront parcels on the island, Marriott's SurfWatch includes 195 two- and three-bedroom villas at build-out on 31 acres of seaside dunes and moss-covered live oaks.
Marriott's SurfWatch offers spacious, vacation villas that combine Hilton Head Island's distinctive Southern charm with all the comforts of home. Prices range from $7,900 to $64,400 per week of deeded ownership, depending on villa type and season purchased.
"The addition of Marriott's SurfWatch to our portfolio marks an exceptional milestone for us," said Stephen P. Weisz, president of Marriott Vacation Club International. "We welcomed our first Marriott Vacation Club owners to Hilton Head more than 21 years ago, and today we are opening yet another spectacular resort. The entire property is masterfully nestled amongst the island's natural surroundings creating a beautiful resort atmosphere, but without disturbing the ecology of the region."
Villas range from 1,275 to 1,623 square feet of living space comfortably accommodating up to eight guests in the three-bedroom floor plan. Attention to detail throughout the villas results in a fully-equipped kitchen featuring granite counters and wood flooring, casually elegant living and dining areas, washer and dryer, multiple televisions including a Sony Hi-Definition TV, a DVD and a balcony offering ocean or garden views. Unique to this Low Country beach resort, vacationers have the pleasure of experiencing a relaxation inducing walk-in shower that offers the "Deluxe Shower Experience" with body sprays and bench seating.
Additionally, owners will enjoy a host of resort features, including:
Sea and Surf Club with oceanfront rim-flow pool, private cabanas, tot pool, pool bar and spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean
High Tide pool with mosaic tile work, 300 square-foot. whirlpool spa and star-shaped splash deck with interactive fountains and waterspouts
Scenic lakeside pathways and boardwalks through wooded areas, offering rocking chairs for relaxing
Fitness center
Picnic and grill areas, and a fire pit area with oyster shucking tables
MarketPlace Express convenience store
Island's Edge indoor pool and whirlpool spa featuring a cascading waterfall on the building's exterior, welcoming guests as they enter the property
Sport court, shuffleboard and for kids, Marriott's Activities Zone Experience (MAZE) and children's playground,
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