Neighborhood Stroll: Wexford

The Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course is artistically blended with the natural settings of the community to provide a meticulously maintained tour through tall, majestic oaks and stately pines.

Wexford, a neighborhood located on Hilton Head Island, is a highly acclaimed residential gated community. What separates Wexford from other communities is its serene natural backdrop, remarkable inland harbour, luxurious amenities, and its inviting atmosphere and friendly residents and staff.

“Wexford is the quintessential private waterfront community,” said Ryan Spence, Wexford Chief Operating Officer, “providing unparalleled amenities such as an 18-Hole golf course, active tennis and pickleball courts, croquet, and a spectacular pool complex. To compliment these amenities, we have a welcoming clubhouse for dining and member events, and an inland locked harbour with over 200 boat slips—a true differentiator on Hilton Head Island. We have a dedicated and world class staff that serves our members and supports all the amenities we have to offer.” 

Wexford was designed so that enjoyment of the water is an integral influence on activities year-round, day and night. As well, the community’s exclusivity means the waters are uncrowded and there are no commercial activities—simply a distinctive boating lifestyle meant to endure. Wexford boaters enjoy easy access to ports from Maine all the way to the Caribbean.

“Our beautiful marina,” said Mark Dryden, Wexford Harbour Master, “is situated at the center of Wexford. It has 138 private docks behind homes and another 135 slips in a marina near the Clubhouse. We have seven guest slips available, plus kayaks, stand up paddleboards (SUPs) and the Wexplorer, a pontoon party boat we use for harbour tours. Some members bring their own food and beverages, then make an afternoon of it.”

As Harbour Master, Dryden’s role is a full-time position, and along with his staff, they provide navigational and docking assistance. Lit docks and all the normal facilities can be found in the marina with water, electricity, and of course a pump out shore station and boat.

Wexford’s 37-acre inland harbour offers direct access to Broad Creek and the Intracoastal Waterway and features deep canals that cut a beautiful, watery ribbon through the community, affording owners the ultimate pleasure of docking boats in their own backyard. 

“The Wexford harbour is a certified South Carolina Clean Marina and boasts an innovative lock system—one of only three on the East Coast,” explained Dryden, “that minimizes tidal fluctuation to maintain a nearly constant water depth around 8 feet, provides 24-hour deep water access to Broad Creek and the Intracoastal Waterway, and can accommodate vessels up to 70 feet in length, with beams of up to 19 feet.”

Cindy Creamer, Wexford resident and Realtor, Dunes Real Estate, and her husband Mark, owner of Palatial Homes Designs, LLC, are emphatic about the benefits of boating at Wexford. 

“It’s really great to live in a community where we can get on the water at any given moment,” says Cindy. “We take our boat out almost every weekend, and thanks to the lock system, we don’t have to worry about tides; Broad Creek is always accessible. The community provides so much by way of outdoor and social activities, there’s really something to do nearly every day here in Wexford.”

“On any given day,” added Mark Creamer, “we just pack up the dogs, grab some snacks and meet up with a few friends to explore Pinckney Island, the May River, watch the sunset or to even grab a bite at Hudson’s. Tuesday summer fireworks at Shelter Cove are also a treat to see by boat.”

Cindy and Jason Bullock, owners of Carolina Rides—We Electrify Fun, moved to Hilton Head Island eight years ago along with their two daughters Marielle, a senior at Heritage Academy, and Caroline, a sophomore at Heritage Academy. 

“We were living in West Virginia,” said Cindy, “and we decided life was too short to not live at the beach. We re-arranged some work responsibilities and were eager to move to the South and into the amazing community of Wexford.”

“What we love most about Wexford,” said Jason, “is the wonderful sense of community, the great friendships that we have made, and the beautiful harbour and amenities. Even though we’re working full time, we feel like we’re on vacation with our boat in the backyard.”

Tiger and Kathy Buford are building a home in Wexford and have been using all the amenities since purchasing their lot. 

 “We chose Wexford because we were looking for a haven,” said Kathy. “Of course, it’s wonderful living in Hilton Head where everyone wants to visit because it’s so beautiful. However, when the crowds descend, it’s nice to have a place where you can take advantage of all the benefits—from a distance.”  

Cindy Creamer, Wexford resident and president of the South Carolina Realtors Association.

Tiger, owner of Tiger Recruiting, a recruiting company that specializes in orthopedic recruiting, works from home and loves to golf. Kathy loves walking their dog on the miles of professionally manicured leisure trails, and Wexford offers them both in a stunning setting. 

Speaking of golf, the Arnold Palmer Signature Course is artistically blended with the natural settings of the community to provide a meticulously maintained tour through tall, majestic oaks and stately pines. It continues around the unique harbour and an expansive stretch of coastal marshlands to offer a unique and special experience with spectacular views.

“The Clubhouse dining, too, is great,” said Kathy, “and we’ve met all our future neighbors, who are super nice and welcoming. We can’t wait to make Wexford our permanent home.”

Aside from the boating opportunities, social vibrancy abounds.

Wexford’s 37-acre inland harbour offers direct access to Broad Creek and the Intracoastal Waterway and features deep canals that cut a beautiful, watery ribbon through the community, affording owners the ultimate pleasure of docking boats in their own backyard. 

“Our residents have access to an active calendar for all demographics,” explained Spence, “from a myriad of member and holiday events, racquet and golf programming, social groups and pool side lounging while enjoying Waves our pool bar serving tropical drinks and light fare.”

Residents love the social hub of the Wexford pool complex which includes two pools, one for relaxation and one for recreation. Both pools are great for meeting up with friends and member of the Wexford community.  Plus, Wexford is one of the only neighborhoods on the island that allows electric vehicles, so much of the neighborhood transportation to events and parties is via golf carts and Mokes. They are a great way to scoot around. 

Wexford’s championship Tennis and Pickleball Center, offering six Har-Tru clay courts and four Pickleball courts (all ten of which are lighted for night play) is beautifully situated between the Harbour and Golf Course. As well, it includes both upper and lower viewing decks and a handsomely appointed clubroom for hosting courtside social events. Wexford’s full-time, Professional Tennis Registry certified staff offer year-round teaching clinics for all levels of ability.

Wexford has it all, including 24-hour gated security and its philanthropic arm, the Wexford Foundation, which has distributed over $2 million to local charities over the past decade. Wexford truly offers an extraordinary lifestyle that is sure to pleasantly exceed your expectations. 

“Wexford is more than just a marina,” said Dryden. “With its canals and unique architecture, it is a little slice of Venice, quietly hidden away on Hilton Head Island.”  

For more information, visit wexfordhiltonhead.com.