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Wild Dunes Resort
5757 Palm Boulevard
Isle of Palms, SC 29451
843-886-6000

Just 20 minutes from Wild Dunes, you'll discover one of the most beautiful and historic cities in America. Charleston offers world-class cultural events, splendid restaurants, delightful shops and galleries, and a vibrant Old Market where artisans carry on a centuries-old African tradition of basket weaving. Of particular interest is The Battery, an are of cobblestone streets, beautiful antebellum homes, quaint alleyways and elegant gardens. Many of our resort guests consider a side trip to Charleston an integral part of their visit to Wild Dunes.

Wild Dunes offers a variety of spacious, beautifully furnished villas, cottages and homes with full kitchens and laundry facilities. Offering one, to six bedrooms, and unsurpassed views of nature, all lodging is convenient to the resort's world-class amenities, restaurants and meeting facilities. The Four Diamond rated Boardwalk In combines the classic elegance of Charleston and the casual atmosphere of the islands. With 93 impeccable rooms and suites, as well as amenities that include The Grill, The Bar and a beautifully landscaped tropical pool complex, The Boardwalk Inn illustrates Wild Dunes' commitment to pleasing the most discerning guests. Rainbow Row-inspired villas line the Victorian-style boardwalk leading to the oceanfront pools at the Grand Pavilion and the sun-washed beach of the Atlantic Ocean.

The Grill at The Boardwalk Inn offers a bistro-style dining experience certain to please even the most sophisticated palates. Chef Franck's innovative menu can be enjoyed inside the restaurant or al fresco on the poolside piazza. For a change of pace, reserve a table at Edgar's Restaurant and enjoy a delicious meal of Lowcountry fare in a warm and casual family atmosphere. Wild Dunes' featured entertainer, Ronnie Johnson, adds to the fun with his interpretations of popular rock, country and beach music. Parties are welcome at both The Grill and Edgar's.

Over two miles of unspoiled white sand beach invite you to swim, stroll or simply relax. Our complimentary children's and family programs offer award-winning activities designed to entertain toddlers, youngsters and teens. Wild Excursions range from nature exploration programs to parasailing and sunset cruises. At our Top 10-renked Tennis Center, players enjoy 17 Har-Tru courts, USPTA certified instruction and organized tournaments. You can even keep up with your workout schedule at our well-tuned Fitness Center, open seven days a week and staffed by fitness professionals.


Family recreation and events:
The award-winning Wild Dunes summer recreation and tennis programs are designed to entertain resort guests of all ages.

Complimentary family activities: Poolside Olympics, Sand Sculpture Contest, Frisbee Challenge, Big /Little Daddy Splash Contest.

Children's Activities: Free day camps, Beach Games, Scavenger hunts, Arts & Crafts, Sandcastle Building, Environmental and Educational Fieldtrips, Splash Island.

Teenager Activities: Beach Volleyball, Beach Bash Night, Pool Parties, Soccer & Roller Hockey Tourneys.

Nature Exploration Programs: Kayak Tours, Parasailing, Banana Boat Rides, Jet-Ski Safari, Caper's Island Exploration.


Wild Dunes Golf:
Renowned golf architect Tom Fazio designed both of Wild Dunes' championship caliber courses. The Links, perennially ranked among the best in the world, features towering sand dunes, scenic views and finishing holes along the Atlantic Ocean. The Harbor Golf Course challenges a player's shotmaking and strategic thinking skills with a layout incorporating marshes, lagoons and a portion of the Intracoastal Waterway. Both courses take dramatic advantage of the unique, natural beauty of the coastal environment and will leave you wanting to come back for more.

The Boardwalk Inn:
Spacious in size and gracious in décor, the rooms and suites of The Boardwalk Inn reflect the spirit of nearby historic Charleston. Designed for ultimate comfort, as well as business productivity, these luxurious accommodations provide the amenities of the finest full-service hotels and access to the world-class amenities of Wild Dunes Resort.

Accommodations:
Awarded AAA Four-Diamond status within weeks of its grand opening, The Boardwalk Inn offers palatial amenities and impeccable personal service. Guests may choose from king-bedded or queen /queen-bedded rooms. The Inn also offers eight junior suites, the two-level Presidential Suite and a spacious poolside hospitality suite.

Location:
The Boardwalk Inn is at the center of Wild Dunes' walking village, just steps away from the resort's pristine beach along the Atlantic Ocean. Together with the adjacent Grand Pavilion, its two oceanfront swimming pools, Cabana Bar & Grill and beachside volleyball court, The Boardwalk Inn provides guests with all-encompassing seaside luxury. Across Palmetto Drive from the Inn's front entrance, lie the Harbor Golf Course, Tennis Center and Dunes Deli & Pizzeria. The Island House Conference Center is right next door, providing convenient walking access to the resort's main meeting facility.


Amenities:
  • Work desk, two-speaker phones with dataports
  • In-room coffee makers and mini-bars
  • Free cable TV, pay-per-view movies
  • Waffle-weave bathrobes, vanity hair dryer in bathroom and triple sheeted beds
  • Non-smoking and handicap rooms available
  • Convenient room service
  • Complimentary weekday newspaper
  • Attentive concierge service and valet parking service
  • A full-service bistro-style restaurant, The Grill, and adjoining lounge, The Bar
  • Terrace-side pool in a lush tropical setting
  • Elegant Board of Directors Room
  • St. Andrews-esque Club Room with widescreen television and adjacent Billiards Room

    The Boardwalk Villas at The Grand Pavilion:
    From the outside, The Boardwalk Villas reflect the pastel-hued, Caribbean influence of Charleston's famous Rainbow Row which inspired them.

    On the inside, guests will discover a clever design that combines privacy and togetherness for multi-generational families, groups of vacationing friends or meeting attendees.

    Each three- or four-bedroom villa features a central staircase that opens to individually-keyed guest rooms, allowing guests to come and go as they please.

    In addition to separate entrances with security locks, each guest room features a private bath, remote control TV, telephone with voice mail, coffee maker and laundry access.

    One-bedroom suites feature all of the above plus a full kitchen and separate living and dining rooms.


    Location:
  • In the heart of our 1,600-acre resort
  • Steps from The Boardwalk Inn
  • Walking distance to the Island House Conference Center
  • Adjoins The Grand Pavilion with its two ocean-front pools, Cabana Bar & Grill and beachside volleyball court
  • Walking distance to Harbor Golf Course, Tennis Center & Dunes Deli & Pizzeria

    Villa and Cottage Rentals:
    These accommodations feature the widest variety in terms of number of bedrooms and locations within the resort. Whether you prefer oceanfront, oceanside, or proximity to golf or tennis, you're certain to find the accommodations that meet your needs.

    Seagrove Villas
    1, 2, and 3 bedroom /bath, oceanfront and oceanside, apartment style villas.

    Beach Club Villas
    3 bedroom /bath, oceanfront, townhomes.

    Mariner's Walk
    1, 2, and 3 bedroom /bath, oceanfront and oceanside, apartment style villas.

    Shipwatch
    2 and 3 bedroom /bath, oceanfront and oceanside, apartment style villas.

    Seascape
    2 and 3 bedroom /bath, oceanfront and oceanside, apartment style villas.

    Summerhouse
    2, 3, and 4 bedroom /bath, oceanfront and oceanside, apartment style villas.

    Ocean Club
    3 and 4 bedroom /bath, oceanfront and oceanside, apartment style luxury villas.


    Exclusive Home Rentals:
    Enjoy a total resort experience. When you stay in one of our private homes, you enjoy privileges available exclusively to Wild Dune Resort guests. Preferred access to Wild Dunes' world-class golf and tennis facilities is gauranteed. You comfort is equally assured. So the quality of guest service provided. The only difference is that you're experiencing Wild Dunes in a home-like setting surrounded by acres of natural beauty.

    Oceanfront homes sit either directly on the beach or with no structures between the ocean and the home.

    13 Grand Pavilion -
    Four bedroom, four bath, four level, deluxe oceanfront home.
    Square footage 4500.

    14 Grand Pavilion -
    Four bedroom, three bath, four level, deluxe oceanfront home.
    Square footage 4500.

    15 Grand Pavilion -
    Four bedroom, three bath, four level, deluxe oceanfront home.
    Non-smoking unit.

    59 Grand Pavilion -
    Six bedroom, five bath oceanfront home.

    43 Ocean Point -
    Three bedroom, three bath, oceanfront home.
    Non-smoking unit.

    52 Ocean Point -
    Three bedroom, two and a half bath, oceanfront home. Sits at beach access path.

    17 Beachwood East -
    Four bedroom, four bath, oceanfront home.

    20 Beachwood East -
    Four bedroom, four bath, oceanfront home.
    Non-smoking.

    Boardwalk Village -
    Four bedroom, four bath oceanfront and oceanside homes surrounding Grand Pavilion boardwalk.
    Non-smoking units.
  • RATES
     
    March 16 - June 9
    Villa /Cottage; 1 bedroom to 4 bedroom
    Daily
    Weekly
    $183 -$275
    $1441 - $1648

     
    Exclusive Home; 3 bedroom to 6 bedroom
    Daily
    Weekly
    $309 - $971
    $1823 - $6019

     
    The Boardwalk Villas; 3 bedroom to 4 bedroom
    Daily
    Weekly
    $372 - $710
    $2300 - $4149

     
    The Boardwalk Inn; Guest Room
    Daily $169 - $309

     
     
    June 10 - August 18
    Villa /Cottage; 1 bedroom to 4 bedroom
    Daily
    Weekly
    $303 - $320
    $1320 - $4049

     
    Exclusive Home; 3 bedroom to 6 bedroom
    Daily
    Weekly
    $389 - $1085
    $2320 - $6365

     
    The Boardwalk Villas; 3 bedroom to 4 bedroom
    Daily
    Weekly
    $509 - $839
    $2609 - $5123

     
    The Boardwalk Inn; Guest Room
    Daily $189 - $319

     
     
    August 19 - November 18
    Villa /Cottage; 1 bedroom to 4 bedroom
    Daily

    Weekly
    $183 - $539
    $983 - $2599

     
    Exclusive Home; 3 bedroom to 6 bedroom
    Daily
    Weekly
    $249 - $989
    $1439 - $5409

     
    The Boardwalk Villas; 3 bedroom to 4 bedroom
    Daily
    Weekly
    $389 - $729
    $2339 - $4179

     
    The Boardwalk Inn; Guest Room
    Daily $189 - $359

     
     
    November 19 - March 14, 2003
    Villa /Cottage; 1 bedroom to 4 bedroom
    Daily
    Weekly
    $189 - $409
    $925 - $2115

     
    Exclusive Home; 3 bedroom to 6 bedroom
    Daily
    Weekly
    $219 - $709
    $1199 - $3999

     
    The Boardwalk Villas; 3 bedroom to 4 bedroom
    Daily
    Weekly
    $299 - $565
    $1599 - $3089

     
    The Boardwalk Inn; Guest Room
    Daily $129 - $209

     


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