Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resorts with Heated Pools

Executive summary about myrtle beach oceanfront resorts by Josh Baum

1. Westgate Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort

The Westgate Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort is located just over a mile from the Whispering Pines Golf Course.

Westgate Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort
415 S. Ocean Blvd.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(888) 808-7410

2. Palace Resort

The River Oaks Golf Plantation is located just under four miles from the Palace Resort.

Palace Resort
1605 S. Ocean Blvd.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 448-4300

3. Springmaid Beach Resort

The Springmaid Beach Resort has three different hotel towers, each with its own array of heated indoor and outdoor pools. Guest rooms differ slightly among the three towers, but most rooms feature kitchens and furnished balconies.

Springmaid Beach Resort
3200 S. Ocean Blvd.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(800) 770-6895

4. Caravelle Resort

The large central swimming pool is heated, and the surrounding water features include a lazy river, the Wild Water Pool and several whirlpools. The Dunes Golf & Beach Club is located just under two miles from the Caravelle Resort.

Caravelle Resort
6900 N. Ocean Blvd.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
(877) 230-9269

Oceanfront Condo or A Beach House

During the Spring of 2011 the Myrtle Beach MLS showed 1,024 oceanfront condos for sale with the number of bedrooms contained in each as follows:

90 - Efficiencies, 259 - 1 Bedroom, 263 - 2 Bedrooms, 315 - 3 Bedrooms, 69 - 4 Bedrooms, 26 - 5 Bedrooms, and 2 - 6 Bedrooms

If the building insurance is not included in the POA (Property Owner's Association) it will be a separate bill. If the real estate listing does not list everything the POA covers, ask your Realtor for a detailed list. HO6 insurance which covers the individual condo unit is also required by the majority of lenders. If you plan to purchase a condo that produces rental income you need to know that there are some condos in the Myrtle Beach area that only allow long-term rentals. Even if a condo building does allow short-term rentals the rental managment companies charge a fee. When you think about buying that oceanfront condo in the Myrtle Beach area you may have given some thought to the coastal Carolina’s weather.

The majority of oceanfront homes are not within neighborhoods and do not pay POA fees, but keep in mind that home owners are responsible for their homeowners insurance, wind and hail insurance, and flood insurance, trash pick-up and cable TV in addition to the standard expenses.

Common Condo Questions

When purchasing your first condo it is a good idea to know the inner workings of a condo building. Depending on the building windows, decks and pipes may be considered common property.

Condo fees are split into 3 main categories:

1. building maintenance

Maintenance such as: cleaning and repairs come out of condo fees are typically governed by the condo board.

2. utilities

Depending on what the building decides in the begging some utilities may be covered by monthly condo fees.

3. reserve fund

Building the reserve fund is a big priority for all condo boards and as such a portion of all fees are held in reserve for big costly repairs.

Getting involved with your condo board is in your best interest. The board handles the affairs of the building including, but not limited to: repairs, condo fees, addressing owner questions and concerns, future plans etc.

Be aware of the buildings rules surrounding pets.

Condo Buying Secrets

Executive summary about a condo building by Michael Corbett

1. You're not just buying a condo, you're buying a building -- and you want to make sure that it is a healthy building. "I'm talking about financial health. Make sure you and your realtor review the condo building's financials," Corbett suggests.

2. The condo question you must ask before you buy: Has there been any discussion of possible future improvements, changes, renovations, or maintenance or any financial difficulties that would result in an assessment or charges to be leveraged against all condo owners?

3. Check out the parking before you buy a condo.

Myrtle Beach Hotel Rates

Executive summary about hotels in myrtle beach by Marcus Peterson

Obsolete buildings and low interest rates have risen to high-rise hotels, oceanfront hotels and preconstruction condos. Myrtle Beach has every sort of hotel accommodation to offer tourists. Some hotels offer cruises and arranged tours. The normal rates for hotel tariff starts at $60.

Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort

Executive summary about Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort by Lucille Jewett

The Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort offers grand oceanfront accommodations to all guests who want to have a great stay at the Myrtle Beach. Considered the best hotel package offered by Hilton Resort is the Beach's Best-Seller Package. Book a room now!

They also offer a package called the Hilton Bed and Breakfast. This offer in the other hand shall stand until the month of September next year. This will let you enjoy the comfortable suites of Hilton Hotel, along with a personalized Hilton Breakfast for two for the rest of the weekend.

For golf players, they have a Golf Package that will bring golf lovers to some of the finest golfing facilities around. It has an 18-hole golf course to offer its guests.

Other packages offered by the Hilton Hotel are the Early Saver - 30% Discount, Advance Purchase Rates for the early birds, Shop, Dine and Unwind Package, Pampered Pet Package, New Year's Eve Package, Christmas Show Package, Build-A-Bear Package and a whole lot more! Visit the website of the Hilton Myrtle Beach Hotel to see a full list of all the packages offered by this amazing hotel.

Finding One-Star Hotels Near Myrtle Beach for Bike Week

Executive summary about myrtle beach bike hotels by Kristie Lorette

Prices for hotel rooms may increase around Bike Week because of the increase in demand for one-star hotels near Myrtle Beach for the occasion.

1. Specify the dates that you are planning to stay at the hotel.

2. Find information about the one-star hotels near Myrtle Beach. Some examples of one-star hotels in Myrtle Beach include the Virginian Motel Myrtle Beach, the Southern Breeze Motel and the 3 Palms Oceanfront Myrtle Beach Resort.

3. Contact the hotels that meet your requirements and budget.

Myrtle Beach Bike Week

Executive summary about myrtle beach bike Week by Penelope Morgan

Motorcycle rides can be a source of immense exhilaration and adrenaline rush to the rider. More people around the world are starting to enjoy the thrill of racing on bikes. Motorcycle riders have the impression of being big, beefy men and sexy women, in tight leather pants and leather jackets, stylish helmets and shiny shoes. All these wild details make motorcycle racing so popular among people everywhere.

One of the most well known motorcycle racing events is the Myrtle Beach Spring Rally which is held every year in May. There is a conglomeration of vendors who sell everything from t-shirts, bike accessories, to even motorcycles. Those who don't own bikes can hire one during the Myrtle Beach Bike Week. Other events included in the plan of action are live musical performances, the famous poker run, stunt shows and of course, simple motorcycle racing. The bike week consists of most Myrtle Beach Spring Rally and Fall Bike Rally. The racing pit along the beach is called the Grand Strand.

CCS Motorcycle Road Racing

Championship Cup Series Motorcycle Road Racing brings an exciting weekend of motorcycle racing to South Florida's favorite track, Homestead-Miami Speedway. Hundreds of motorcycle racers - experts and amateurs alike - come to Greater Miami to race in the CCS Motorcycle Road Racing competition. Racers compete in a number of different CCS motorcycle racing categories, including Middleweight Grand Prix, Unlimited SuperSport, Lightweight SuperBike, Lightweight Formula 40 and ThunderBike. Other CCS Motorcycle Road Racing categories include SuperTwins, Ultra-Light SuperBike and Heavyweight Vintage.

CCS Motorcycle Road Racing Location:

Homestead-Miami Speedway

One Speedway Boulevard

Homestead, FL 33035-1500

Tickets: (866) 409-RACE / (866) 409-7223

Signs That You Won't Like Your Hotel

Executive summary about hotel rooms by Ryan Aldred

1. The hotel offers ‘Complimentary De-lousing’ with a 4 night stay.

2. The conference room is reserved for the International Amateur Yodellers Convention.

3. There’s a chalk outline on the room’s ceiling.

4. While wondering how a 200 room hotel can stay in business when you are clearly the only customer, you see a sign in your room which reads, “Warning: Please do not wonder how this 200 room hotel can stay in business when you are clearly the only customer.”

Myrtle Beach Resort, Best In South Carolina

Executive summary about myrtle beach vacation by Latoya Haley

Is it widely accepted that Myrtle Beach Resort has the best location of any resort in South Carolina. The oceanfront Myrtle Beach Resort is nestled on 33 serene acres, secured by a grand gated entrance. Inside the gates, guests will discover an oceanfront utopia complete with a 375 ft lazy river, 4 majestic outdoor pools, 2 gorgeous indoor pools, 4 soothing whirlpools, a complete exercise room, heavenly saunas and steam rooms, as well as lighted tennis courts, basketball, shuffleboard, volleyball and even a children's playground for the little ones' amusement. Whether you are planning a family vacation, a romantic weekend getaway, or a corporate retreat, the Myrtle Beach Resort is the perfect beach destination. Water sports such as jet skiing, challenging golf, theatre, sport fishing, shopping at boutiques, family fun, variety of food and more are all available within minutes of this Ocean Drive Resort, offers every amenity imaginable.

The Myrtle Beach Resort at Grande Dunes presents all guests the perfect balance of elegance and comfort. Relax at expansive tropical beachfront pool complete water slides.

The Great Pawleys Island Vacation

Executive summary about Pawley’s Island vacation by Litch

Pawley’s Island Vacation Rentals feature condos, villas, cottages, and vacation homes in South Carolina. The Litchfield Beach and Pawley’s Island area has long been known as the perfect family vacation spot along the South Carolina coast.

South Carolina has over 400 beautiful golf courses. Just minutes south of Myrtle Beach, the Waccamaw Golf Trail offers beautiful beaches, several award-winning restaurants, interesting shops and some of the greatest golf you'll ever play. A fine dining experience awaits you in Pawley’s Island and the Litchfield Beach area, include miles of exclusive, unspoiled beach and waterways that boast some of the most luxurious homes in South Carolina, have been a favorite beach vacation destination for generations.