What a wonderful place to spend your 25th anniversary! Congratulations! Did you go to any of the restaurants? I wanted to mention in my other post we visited a great little place called The Grumpy Grouper-nothing fancy, but reccomended by a local resident to us for lunch or dinner. Very reasonable and great seafood!
I was going to do a trip report, but haven't had the chance yet. The CMs knew it was our anniversary and helped to make it very special. They recommended we eat at Charley's Crab (beside Hudson's, near the bridge from Bufford) and made the reservation for us. It was fantastic as much for the experience as it was for the food. It is a little pricier than some, but we were looking for somewhere special so it was what we expected, and more. Since the resort made the reservation for us, we got VIP seating and VIP treatment by the staff at the restaurant, which only made it that much more special.
My husband and I are heading to this resort for the first time in October, for my 40th..........just us two. I reserved a 1BR and since I have never been to Hilton Head before was wondering about the room location. I'm confused about the views and also staying in the resort itself? I love convenience, but this trip I am looking for some R&R, some romance, and some "me time". I love coffee in the morning, especially on the balcony at the Boardwalk, but I want to get a different more relaxed feel and really enjoy myself. No hurries or noise of the pool- so that view is definately out! I guess an ocean view is not an option either. Please explain why I would stay in the resort so I can maybe request a room there. Is it location, restaurants, or convenience?
Thanks for your help!
I can't add a whole lot to what Webmaster Doc already said, but this was our third trip to HHIR and every one of them has been great. It is a great place for R&R and romance as well as family time if that is what you're looking for (first two trips were with family). If you can, get a room overlooking the marsh. It is very relaxing to just sit out on your balcony and enjoy the view with your cup of coffee or favorite adult beverage.
Even though you don't have the theme parks, there is still tons to do at HHIR. Depending on your definition of relaxing, if you enjoy nature you can walk on the beach (should still have very good weather in Oct.), take a kayak trip and view the dolphins, the resort sponsors a multitude of nature walks, or you can opt for a dolphin cruise or sunset cruise on the water. If it is your style, you can rent bikes a multitude of places, including the resort (opt for the length of stay rental, a much better deal). Hilton Head may be the most bike friendly place around. There are trails everywhere, and this is a great way to get around the island (you will see lots of people doing just that).
Otherwise, there are lots of restaurants, shopping and entertainment options very close to the resort that you can reach quickly in your car. The CM will give you a rather large package at check-in that has maps and details so you can find pretty much anything you would be looking for. The dining guide has menues and prices for a lot of the restaurants, so you can see ahead of time if it suits your taste and pocketbook.
If the CMs know it is your birthday, I'm sure they will do things to make it extra special just like they did for our anniversary. If you are there on the weekend and want some suggestions, see if you can find Sandy (she does a lot of the nature walks, etc.). She has lived there a while and she will suggest the really good restaurants instead of just the popular tourist places. All of the CMs we have dealt with have always been very friendly and helpful, so you should have a great time.
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Thanks for the report.
