So maybe we are just a bit spoiled here in Beaufort SC as far as weather is concerned nonetheless we do have a few changes:
So long sunny sandbar swimsuits, welcome home snugly sweatshirts
See you next year summer dresses, come on over long sleeve shirts
Bye for now precious pina-coladas, greetings warm apple cider
Be back in a few months Barefoot Bubba's, come on in Common Ground coffee
Fairwell Fripp Island beach ball, SO nice to see you Fall Festival of Homes
Get some rest Gullah Basket Weavers, Wake up Hallelujah Singers
Parting is such sweet sorrow Beaufort Water Festival, Light it up Night on the Town,
Talk to you later Southern Sweets Ice Cream, So glad you could make
it Blackstones
See yall later Back Porch Grille, it's been too long Breakwater
So for now, it is time to cozy up with friends, family, and furry four leggers, we will enjoy crisp mornings, sunny afternoons, and earlier days.
We will now congregate inside our favorite places instead of sunning on the porches.
We will still have those amazing sunsets, spectacular sunrises, panoramic water views, and all that makes Beaufort, SC so beautiful.
So scoot over summer friends, make room for fall festivals, holiday gatherings..but don't worry sweet summer sandbar, we will be back real soon.
If you are looking for a change in seasons, change in scenery or change of heart, come on down, over, up or across to Beaufort South Carolina. We have plenty to share.
Call or email Cherimie Crane for information on Beaufort SC Real Estate.
Monday, December 1, 2008
I Fell In Love With My Client
I did the unthinkable; I fell in love with my client. It wasn't planned, no blind date jitters, none of my friends elbowing each other under the table. It just happened.
Let me explain.
Mr. M0ran is a charismatic, happy, mannerly, and of course, handsome Drill Instructor for the United States Marines.
I met him after he contacted me through email (found me on, yep you guessed, it Active Rain).
We corresponded while he was checking out of his station post in Okinawa, Japan.
He needed a home, a home very close to Parris Island (Marine Recruit Station). By time he arrived in Beaufort, I was sure I had the perfect home.
I did.
The moment he stepped foot inside he was like a kid at Christmas. I found myself just as excited as he was. He ran from room to room mentally arranging his furniture.
Not to diminish his excitement, I gently said, we have others to see.
No, he said, this is it.
After prying him from the first home I showed in we visited three others. None compared.
As we are writing the offer, I noticed he became abnormally quiet. His typical energetic smile seemed distant.
I assumed it was the first time jitters.
The transaction was a success. On closing day, he was ecstatic. Even the closing attorney found herself giggling and joking with Mr. Muran (SHE NEVER JOKES AND GIGGLES)...
Right before we left the closing office he looked at me and said...
..." thank you Cherimie. I am the first person in my family to own my own home. The whole time I was in Iraq, my goal was to purchase a home. You see, I am from the Dominican Republic and the rich are rich and the poor, have nothing. I went to war to fight for my right to own a home. We all fight for different reasons, most of them personal. It isn't the political answer but it is the truth. Each Marine has a reason to walk through mine fields. "
Speechless.
This was not at all something I was prepared to hear. I was certain I had heard all the "reasons to be excited for first time home buyers"....
So yes, I fell in love with my client. Wouldn't you?
God bless our Marines.
Let me explain.
Mr. M0ran is a charismatic, happy, mannerly, and of course, handsome Drill Instructor for the United States Marines.
I met him after he contacted me through email (found me on, yep you guessed, it Active Rain).
We corresponded while he was checking out of his station post in Okinawa, Japan.
He needed a home, a home very close to Parris Island (Marine Recruit Station). By time he arrived in Beaufort, I was sure I had the perfect home.
I did.
The moment he stepped foot inside he was like a kid at Christmas. I found myself just as excited as he was. He ran from room to room mentally arranging his furniture.
Not to diminish his excitement, I gently said, we have others to see.
No, he said, this is it.
After prying him from the first home I showed in we visited three others. None compared.
As we are writing the offer, I noticed he became abnormally quiet. His typical energetic smile seemed distant.
I assumed it was the first time jitters.
The transaction was a success. On closing day, he was ecstatic. Even the closing attorney found herself giggling and joking with Mr. Muran (SHE NEVER JOKES AND GIGGLES)...
Right before we left the closing office he looked at me and said...
..." thank you Cherimie. I am the first person in my family to own my own home. The whole time I was in Iraq, my goal was to purchase a home. You see, I am from the Dominican Republic and the rich are rich and the poor, have nothing. I went to war to fight for my right to own a home. We all fight for different reasons, most of them personal. It isn't the political answer but it is the truth. Each Marine has a reason to walk through mine fields. "
Speechless.
This was not at all something I was prepared to hear. I was certain I had heard all the "reasons to be excited for first time home buyers"....
So yes, I fell in love with my client. Wouldn't you?
God bless our Marines.
Popular Commuities in Beaufort, SC
There's truly something for everyone in Beaufort, South Carolina.
Here's some information about just a few of the different kinds of communities nestled within our increasingly popular coastal gem.
Battery Point
Beautiful southern-style architecture and Creek combine to make a community that is uniquely Beaufort. All homes have front and back porches to capture the ever-present breezes from Battery Creek.
Amenities include the community dock, pool, tennis courts, and the water views from many streets. This is all-inclusive for about $550 per year. Couple this with low property taxes, and it's one of the most prestigious, yet affordable, neighborhoods in Beaufort. Any given day, you're likely to see families out walking and enjoying the community dock on Petigru St.
Cottage Farms
Right across from Beaufort Memorial Hospital, this neighborhood offers convenience to both Port Royal and Beaufort via biking or walking. Homes range from the upper 200's to $700's along the deep water of the intracoastal waterway. Cottage Farms is well established and offers large lots and a traditional neighborhood feel.
Right across from Beaufort Memorial Hospital, this neighborhood offers convenience to both Port Royal and Beaufort via biking or walking. Homes range from the upper 200's to $700's along the deep water of the intracoastal waterway. Cottage Farms is well established and offers large lots and a traditional neighborhood feel.
Fripp and Harbor Island
Beachfront living at its best! Everyone on these two islands has access to the shared beaches, and Fripp even has two 18-hole golf courses overlooking the ocean! Rent your home out during the winter months, and enjoy your own Beaufort summers at these hugely popular vacation resorts!
Beachfront living at its best! Everyone on these two islands has access to the shared beaches, and Fripp even has two 18-hole golf courses overlooking the ocean! Rent your home out during the winter months, and enjoy your own Beaufort summers at these hugely popular vacation resorts!
Port Royal Landing
A gem nestled in the heart of Beaufort County's fastest growing city. Homes are quaint and elegant, ranging from the $100's to the $500's along the water. However, everyone can enjoy the marina right down the street, or the soul food at "The Back Porch Grill" overlooking the harbor.
A gem nestled in the heart of Beaufort County's fastest growing city. Homes are quaint and elegant, ranging from the $100's to the $500's along the water. However, everyone can enjoy the marina right down the street, or the soul food at "The Back Porch Grill" overlooking the harbor.
Mossy Oaks
One word: Azaleas! They come out everywhere in the spring in this huge area stretching from Beaufort to Port Royal. Well established, sturdy brick ranches guard Beaufort's traditional neighborhood scene in this beautifully landscaped
Everyone is in walking distance to the local year-round schools like Beaufort Middle School, which was recently given special recognition for its technological advancement.
Broad Street
Nestled behind the tennis courts of Mossy Oaks lies this Mayberry gem with contemporary lowcountry-style homes and pedestrian-friendly walkways. Cars are hidden around in back alleyways, and a community pond provides hours of enjoyment.
Lemonade stands are a lucrative business for the kids here on any given Saturday.
One word: Azaleas! They come out everywhere in the spring in this huge area stretching from Beaufort to Port Royal. Well established, sturdy brick ranches guard Beaufort's traditional neighborhood scene in this beautifully landscaped
Everyone is in walking distance to the local year-round schools like Beaufort Middle School, which was recently given special recognition for its technological advancement.
Broad Street
Nestled behind the tennis courts of Mossy Oaks lies this Mayberry gem with contemporary lowcountry-style homes and pedestrian-friendly walkways. Cars are hidden around in back alleyways, and a community pond provides hours of enjoyment.
Lemonade stands are a lucrative business for the kids here on any given Saturday.
Downtown Historic District
Beaufort's oldest house dates back to 1717, the Thomas Hepworth home. You can still see the rifle slots in the original tabby foundation. This is only one of many homes on the historical tour of homes that comes every October in Beaufort. In fact, did you know that Beaufort is one of a few cities in which the entire downtown is designated a national historic landmark?
The waterfront park, currently undergoing sweeping renovations, is slated for completion this summer. Enjoy a short stroll from the historic district to the live concerts, exquisite waterfront restaurants, and humming gift shops. You won't find any "suburban sprawl" here.... Beaufort's downtown is as unique as its history.
Beaufort's oldest house dates back to 1717, the Thomas Hepworth home. You can still see the rifle slots in the original tabby foundation. This is only one of many homes on the historical tour of homes that comes every October in Beaufort. In fact, did you know that Beaufort is one of a few cities in which the entire downtown is designated a national historic landmark?
The waterfront park, currently undergoing sweeping renovations, is slated for completion this summer. Enjoy a short stroll from the historic district to the live concerts, exquisite waterfront restaurants, and humming gift shops. You won't find any "suburban sprawl" here.... Beaufort's downtown is as unique as its history.
If you would like a comprehenisve list of Beaufort's most desirable neighborhoods, contact me today. I am happy to send you a wonderful package full of local information..
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