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A calm water is like a still soul. Find your center at The Waterfront. ~ Lailah Gifty Akita
Another East West Partners Community
22-acre playground for those who thrive living near and being on the water.
Join Us! The Waterfront. G R E AT B L U E H E R O N
[ A rd e a h e ro d i a s ]
D r a w n f r o m n a t u r e b y J. J. A u d u b o n
PERSPECTIVE PERFECTED
S M I L I N G FA C E S I N
AT T H E WAT E R F R O N T
BEAUTIFUL PLACES
A second collection of residences offering
East West Partners was made for hospitality,
direct riverfront positioning and designed
thanks to sister company East West Hospitality.
to celebrate the best of Waterfront living
Meet the team that is helping to bring The
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Home owners and neighbors alike enjoy activities and events throughout the fall at The Waterfront. 16
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A New Collection Offers a New Perspective on the Riverfront New collection of residences to be offered in Spring 2022.
The Waterfront, Daniel Island’s new village community by East West Partners, will soon release its second collection of residences, offering direct views of the sprawling Wando River. The collection of buildings features 41 residences consisting of one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans, finish selections curated by Betsy Berry of B. Berry Interiors, and immediate access to a host of amenities.
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DESIGNED FOR YOU:
Three condominium buildings, The Sabal, The Camellia, and The Magnolia, bring the best of The Waterfront living to the river and surrounds.
The new collection features a fresh perspective on interior design by acclaimed talent Betsy Berry. –––
“My vision for these
Both local to Charleston and
new residences,
Betsy studied fashion design
internationally
experienced,
in Italy before moving to New
and what I try to
York City to pursue a career in interior design. She attended
deliver in all of my work, is a timeless environment as well as a calming one.
The New York School of Interior Design, and spent eight years working alongside world-renowned designers like David Easton and AD100’s Sills Huniford. While in New York, she completed luxury design projects including The Connaught Hotel in London and The St. Regis Washington, DC, as well as residential projects throughout the U.S.
There is a bit of a
Her work has been featured in Domino, Garden & Gun,
modern twist and
Town & Country, Martha Stewart Living, and more.
Southern Living, Architectural Digest, Elle Décor, Vogue,
a bit of youthfulness
Following the tone set by local and internationally lauded
throughout the
and feel for The Waterfront as a whole, the new residences
interior designer Cortney Bishop, who designed the look will offer both a spacious Southern feeling and a variety
project as well."
of easy-living design options in this upcoming collection.
Sales Process ––– To meet the strong demand for this new collection of residences on Daniel Island, The Waterfront team has designed a sales process to ensure a fair and transparent experience. For those interested in learning more about the process or to get on the list please visit TheWaterfrontDI.com.
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“We were able to take what we learned from homebuyers in the first collection and designed around that,” adds Harriette Calder, project manager for The Waterfront. “We’ve incorporated our most popular floor plans, for instance, and added a number of three-bedroom offerings.”
The Sabal
The Camellia
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The Camellia will lie nestled among
The Sabal will feature two levels
grand oak trees, golden green
of the village’s most popular two-
marshes, and the kind of idyllic
bedroom floor plans, overlooking the lapping waters
scenery only the Lowcountry can
of the Wando River.
provide.
Crowning the building will be three waterfront rarities:
“The Camellia has been designed and positioned to
two three-bedroom penthouses alongside a two-
take advantage of the best water views its location
bedroom penthouse with a den.
can offer,” says Harriette. “It sits out on a point to capture sprawling views of the Wando River to one side and a landscape of marsh to the other.”
The Magnolia
Strikingly, The Camellia will exude the feeling of a
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treehouse. “We’re building these residences around The Egret building, part of the village’s first collection, was so popular,
The
Waterfront
team
the existing beautiful grand oaks,” says Harriette. “There will also be a private gathering space for residents overlooking the marsh.”
designed newcomer The Magnolia to highlight some of its best features. “We’ve created
almost exact replicas of our four
most popular Egret floor plans for The Magnolia,” says Harriette.
NOTE:
Site plan rendering above is
conceptual in nature and subject to change.
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The Waterfront is Springing to Life Take a walk around the village and meet the neighbors.
Since opening in the spring of 2021, The Waterfront has come to life. Its first collection of residences and amenities is complete. Today Waterfront Park is filled with children frolicking in the fountain, families moving in, and residents and visitors alike enjoying coffee, juices, or frosé at The DIME. The village’s waterfront restaurant, The Kingstide, has already made the no. 1 spot on Eater Carolinas’ list of the Hottest New Restaurants in Charleston, as well as making the Top 11 Seafood Restaurants for a Fresh Catch in Charleston and Where to Drink in Charleston Now.
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Meet some of The Waterfront’s newest residents! You’ll find them on the river, bicycling The Waterfront’s trails, and taking a dip in the pool.
“Early in the mornings when I walk my paddleboard out, the water’s like glass. If there is a breeze, I start in the headwind and go
Introducing Justin Hopson ––– Justin hails from New Jersey. He moved to Charleston upon retiring from law enforcement, and then to his new townhome at The Waterfront. “When I moved to Charleston in 2007,” he says, “Daniel Island was no man’s land. Now, 14 years later, it’s become the place to be.” The vision for the village and waterfront park is what first piqued his interest in the community. “Once I realized the potential of what The Waterfront was going to be,” he says,
as far as I can,
“I thought I could see my family here. And they love it.”
and then turn
The retired state trooper, whose favorite pastime is stand-
around and catch
nine and ten, and a four-pound Yorkie. While out on the
the tailwind.”
up paddleboarding, is married with two daughters, ages water he has seen dolphins surface and different species of birds, including his favorite to spot: egrets. One of the first residents to move in to The Waterfront, Justin and his family call The Sandpiper home. “Looking out from the master bedroom of our townhome, there’s a wide view of the pool and a beautiful live oak tree that shades it. With the landscaped trees it looks like a resort, especially at night when everything is lit up. I looked at it during the day and was impressed, but when I saw it at night, I thought: this is a permanent vacation.”
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Introducing Rob and Terri Taylor ––– Originally from Westerville, Ohio, Texas residents Rob and Terri just celebrated 31 years of marriage… with a second home at The Waterfront. The couple—Daniel Island Country Club members who have two sons, two daughters, a granddaughter, and another one on the way, as well as a grandson— recently began to look for a place on Daniel Island they could call home. “When we stopped by The Waterfront in its early stages,” Terri says, “we fell in love. Driving down River Landing Drive as we entered the community, seeing the waterfront and marina: it felt like we were coming into a vacation resort.” The location of the village was a decided advantage for the couple, giving them access to a plethora of leisure activities
“We really enjoy being near the water. And since Daniel Island is not our primary residence, having a ‘lock and leave’ setup is really important.”
in The Waterfront and nearby. “We really fell in love with the area,” says Rob. “We love the convenience of being able to walk to The DIME coffee shop and The Kingstide. Whether it’s playing golf, getting a quick workout in at the fitness center, heading down to the pool for an afternoon, riding our bikes on the waterfront trails, or walking to some of the great restaurants on Daniel Island, it’s all close by.”
Introducing Cathy Dezelon ––– Another native of New Jersey, Cathy always knew she’d retire to Charleston. A friend and realtor suggested The Waterfront to her. “She mentioned the ease of condominium living for someone who likes to travel,” she says. Cathy also enjoys books, the beach, wine, and bicycle riding. “I would like to pick up a golf club again,” she adds. Here she’s in good company: her mother, sister, and brother-in-law live on Daniel Island, and her son, a daughter-inlaw, and baby grandson reside in Mount Pleasant. In fact, she chose The Waterfront in part because of the proximity to them, along with the view. “And the gorgeous condominium,” she says.
“The East West team goes out of their way to make residents happy and introduce us to each other.”
A surprise for Cathy has been how much both residents and the community enjoy The Waterfront, and each other. “The part I did not anticipate,” she says, “is the people at The Waterfront. Everyone is friendly and so open to meeting one another.” She is looking forward herself to meeting more people and becoming part of the community.
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Sail Away New sailing programs invite all to enjoy serenity on the water.
The new Daniel Island Yacht Club Junior Sailing
“We’ll be able to offer high school students a place
Program, anticipated to debut this year, will add a
to sail from all week long,” Stefan says. “A number of
new dimension to being on the water. “Our sailing
schools are forming sailing clubs right now, because
lessons will be open to the community, not just to
now they’ll be able to use the Daniel Island Yacht Club
members of the Club. We hope to become a stepping
as a home club and be able to practice from here.”
stone to actively enjoying the water for people of all ages.” says Stefan Kuehn, sailing director for the
The Yacht Club will also offer summer sailing pro-
Yacht Club.
grams in addition to other water programs for kids. Novice sailors will be able to take courses to learn the
The junior sailing programs will start at age seven
basics of rigging, boat handling, seamanship, sports-
and continue through age 18.
manship, and water safety. With the foundation laid, intermediate sailing programs will focus on sailing
“Sailing can be a sanctuary,” says Joel Bays, who
techniques, racing rules and racing drills on the
handles member relations for the yacht club. “It
water. The racing sessions will be coached by world
offers children a way to get away from the busy-
class instructors, enabling junior sailors to learn from
ness of the world and connect with and make new
the very best. “There are many incredibly talented
friends in a unique space.”
young coaches we hope to bring in to connect with these kids on their level,” says Stefan.
Once a junior has completed the beginner classes, he or she can move up to more advanced training
Family fun
and coaching. For these graduates and those already
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experienced sailors, the possibilities are endless.
Joel and Stefan are particularly excited to make the Junior Sailing Program a place where young sailors
Young and free
can grow and come together to sail. For Joel, much of
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the exhilaration is in the way sailing can bring peo-
There’s no feeling of freedom like setting sail into
ple together. “I’m especially excited about the ways
an open stretch of water. And the Yacht Club will
sailing can get kids outside, working together and
make it available to young people from across Daniel
enjoying the water,” he says.
Island and Charleston. Sailing takes up a special spot in the hearts of many. The Yacht Club already has nine two-person Z420s,
“Sailing is a small community sport,” says Stefan.
five Optis and five Open Skiffs, which are sailed
“Everybody knows each other. The more we can help
competitively around the world.
people fall in love with the water, the better.”
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Smiling Faces in Beautiful Spaces A property management team that delights in hospitality
East West Hospitality is known for creating warm relationships. Director of Operations Joe Helminski along with the general manager of The Waterfront’s property management team, Sandra St. John — and their hand-selected team members — aim to serve and delight the homeowners of this unique village community on the riverfront of Daniel Island. “We are thrilled to immerse ourselves in The Waterfront community. Our foremost goal at East West Hospitality is to build enduring and genuine relationships here, earning the trust of our property owners at The Waterfront,” says Joe.
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“We have a beautiful setting here on Making life easy
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Located in the village gathering spot of The Post, where owners congregate and pick up their mail and packages, Sandra is joined by the welcoming Eugene White, the assistant property manager, and Yary Summers, the community’s highly skilled maintenance supervisor, in offering ease and convenience to the village’s homeowners.
“If a delivery is coming to your home,” Sandra says from the ground floor of
the water, with gorgeous buildings enveloped in nature where you might
The Osprey, where The Post is located, “simply let us know, and we’ll make sure the delivery person can get in. We’ll sign for your packages and let you know they’re waiting for you. If you’re new to Daniel Island or Charleston, we’ll give recommendations and tips that only locals know. We like to be that conduit to a new life on Daniel Island. We love to introduce neighbors to each other and help build this sense of community.”
The team’s Building Link app also offers up convenience. Residents are able
to easily communicate needs to the property management team, receive package notifications, and effortlessly log a work order. And with an onsite maintenance supervisor, residents can easily schedule a ceiling fan or light fixture install as an a la carte service.
“Building Link enables us to communicate effectively with our residents who
may not live at The Waterfront full time. We are able to keep them up to date with what is happening,” says Sandra. “For those new residents who aren’t familiar with life in the Lowcountry, we can send simple tips on how to prepare for certain situations.”
a dolphin from the dock,” Sandra says, “but the heart of the community comes from its people. I love helping our
Building Link also serves as a website. The governing documents for the
association and forms that homeowners might need, for instance, are there at their fingertips. And if a resident should notice something on the property they want to bring to attention, with the touch of a couple of buttons, they can send off a message and the team is able to get right on it.
at any moment see
“Among our a la carte services, we also plan a trash valet service,” Sandra
says, “where owners can request a garbage pick up from inside their home on a
owners feel at home by creating a welcoming atmosphere
designated day.”
at The Waterfront. Peace of mind
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When you can play
“Our association management approach emphasizes protecting our owners and their assets. We are proactive, fiscally responsible and will continuously strive to deliver the highest level of service for our owners and their guests,” Joe says.
That starts with boots on the ground. “One of the nicest things about having
us on site,” Sandra adds, “is peace of mind. We’re physically here every day Monday through Saturday, but even in the evenings and on Sundays and holidays we provide on-call service.” If something should happen that needs immediate attention, such as a plumbing emergency, residents can call in and the team will be notified immediately. “They can rest easy knowing there’s always someone to
a part in creating a community, and help shape an atmosphere of inclusivity and
answer their call,” Sandra says simply.
hospitality, to let Like family
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people know they
Asked what she loves most about her role, Sandra answers right away. “The relationships,” she says. “I enjoy getting to learn about the residents' children or grandchildren. It becomes like a family. It feels good to arrive in the morning and know I’ll be able to help these individuals I enjoy so much.”
Eugene agrees. “I love finding out where people come from, who they are,” he
says. “I love that sense of community and family. I’m a part of these homeowners’ lives. I get to meet their families, their friends, to watch their children grow.”
belong to something really special, it’s a wonderful feeling.”
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PICTURED LEFT TO R IGHT:
Eugene White, Sandra St. John, Joe Helminski and Yary Summers
Joe Helminski DIRECTOR OF OPER ATIONS Joe Helminski recently joined the East West
a subsequent year in North Carolina in portfolio
Hospitality team as director of operations for the
management, she returned to Charleston to
South Carolina division. While originally from
take on the position of general manager for
Manistee, Michigan, he began his hospitality
The Waterfront. She enjoys strolling Lowcountry
career working seasonally as a golf professional
beaches, spending time with her daughter, and
at world-class golf facilities in south Florida and
taking part in activities with her church family.
the Vail Valley including the Country Club of the Rockies and the Club at Cordillera. In 2007, Joe took up permanent residence in Colorado
Eugene White, II
and began his tenure with the Cordillera
ASST. PROPERTY MANAGER
Metro District and Cordillera Property Owners Association. In his most recent leadership role
Eugene White, II often serves as the friendly
as deputy manager, Joe was responsible for all
face of The Waterfront’s property management
aspects of the approximately 7,000-acre and
team. As assistant property manager, he
850-property community.
provides prompt responses to requests and high-level service to each homeowner. With a
Joe holds a bachelor’s degree in communica-
welcoming personality and experience in local
tions with specializations in public relations and
high-end hospitality, including Kiawah Island
organizational communication from Michigan
Golf Resort and Hotel Bennett in downtown
State University where he was a member of
Charleston, where he served as a member of
Spartans Varsity Golf Team. He also holds a
the opening team and assistant front office
Professional Certificate in Change Management
manager, the Wadmalaw Island native earned
from the Eli Broad College of Business Executive
his bachelor’s degree in hospitality management
Development Program.
from the University of South Carolina. He enjoys volunteering with his fraternity’s homeless
Always looking for an adventure, Joe, with his
outreach program and acting as a mentor to
wife Kelly and their three children Hadyn, Lily
high school students.
and Ryder, were thrilled at the opportunity to join the East West family in South Carolina.
Yary Summers Sandra St. John GENER AL MANAGER
MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR Yary Summers brings more than 15 years of building maintenance knowledge and
Sandra has enjoyed 12 years in property
experience to The Waterfront. A native of Puerto
management. She first joined East West
Rico who came to the mainland at age 19,
Hospitality in the autumn of 2015, when it took
some of her many skills include drywall work,
over the property management of Tides in Mt.
electrical and HVAC maintenance, and fixing
Pleasant. After two years as property manager,
almost anything that has a motor. She enjoys
she began working with East West Hospitality
spending time with her husband, boating on
Chairman Ross Bowker on special projects. After
Lake Marion, cooking, and remodeling.
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Let's Get Social The Waterfront offers great opportunities to meet and greet your neighbors.
From boat cruises to oyster roasts, residents and guests alike enjoy life at its best at The Waterfront.
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WF january 2022 paper The Waterfront Word Hunt H F C X E V Q H U U C
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9 ICE CREAM 10 JUICE 11 KINGSTIDE 12 LUNCH 13 MAGNOLIA 14 NEIGHBORS 15 PARK 16 RIVER 17 SABAL 18 SHAKE 19 VILLAGE 20 WATERFRONT
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G R E AT B L U E H E R O N [ A rd e a h e ro d i a s ] The Great Blue Heron is widespread and familiar in the southeastern United States. Often seen standing silently along inland rivers or lake-shores, or flying high overhead with slow wing-beats, its head hunched back onto its shoulders. These birds forage in any kind of calm fresh waters,
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slow-moving rivers, and shallow coastal bays which makes them easy to spot and observe along the trails surrounding The Waterfront.
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