Kiawah River Announces the Groundbreaking of The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection – Set to open in 2024

91-key luxury resort will offer a one-of-a-kind escape along the Charleston coastline upon opening at Kiawah River in 2024

Johns Island, S.C., April 4, 2022 – Kiawah River, a new waterfront community and the Charleston region’s first agrihood, announced the groundbreaking of The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection on Friday, April 4, 2022. Located on the property’s 2,000 acres of picturesque land, The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection, will be a charming, family-friendly getaway that invites guests to take in the natural beauty and simple pleasures of an authentic sea island lifestyle upon its opening in 2024.

“For the past several years, we have built a vibrant community at Kiawah River,” said John Darby, CEO of The Beach Company. “Today’s groundbreaking signifies our next phase of development, and we are thrilled to see how The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection enhances the experience.”

Currently planned with 72 cottage-style guest rooms and suites and 19 villas, the scenic grounds of The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection will feature a main lodge with a spacious wraparound porch, great rooms designed for unwinding and a library lounge. Renowned architect Robert Glazier was selected to design the property and acclaimed designer Amanda Lindroth of Lindroth Design will lead the interior design, which will feature a whimsical aesthetic reminiscent of sea island homes of another era.. Auberge Resorts Collection is also building private residence villas that will be available for purchase at Kiawah River.

“We are excited to break ground on The Dunlin and take another step forward in introducing the Auberge experience to Charleston,” said Craig Reid, president and chief executive officer, Auberge Resorts Collection. “The Dunlin will offer a one-of-a-kind experience and unforgettable escape at one of South Carolina’s most cherished destinations.”

Resort amenities will include a pool with inviting cabanas, a full-service spa, a community farmstead providing dining destinations with local bounty, nature excursions, access to Kiawah River’s Spring House, a riverfront swim and fitness facility and two event spaces for gatherings, meetings and celebrations. The signature riverfront restaurant will include an expansive outdoor deck overlooking Kiawah River’s waters and natural vegetation.

The resort is expected to open in 2024. For updates and upcoming milestones, please visit aubergeresorts.com/the-dunlin. Connect with Auberge Resorts Collection on Facebook Twitter and Instagram @AubergeResorts and #AlwaysAuberge

To learn more about life at Kiawah River, visit www.kiawahriver.com/live-here or call 843.973.8600.

Editor’s Note: For renderings of The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection, visit https://spaces.hightail.com/space/kUkk85Bc4o (Credit: The Beach Company). For images from the groundbreaking, visit https://spaces.hightail.com/space/r1dOTenjfL(Credit: Abby Murphy).

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About Kiawah River

Kiawah River offers the rare opportunity to live in a vibrant, new waterfront community near historic Charleston that embraces the Lowcountry sea islands life. Encompassing 2,000 acres on Johns Island, this community is centered on outdoor pursuits with 20 miles of shoreline and 2,000 acres of picturesque land, including a 100-acre working farm. The community will combine residential, retail and hospitality offerings with custom and semi-custom homes featuring high-caliber sea islands architecture. Residents and visitors can enjoy the quiet country life while still being close to a bustling and active historic city like Charleston. Master plan and amenities are designed by a world-renowned team specializing in New Urbanism and sustainable designs. Kiawah River is being developed by The Beach Company, a local leader in residential development and commercial real estate brokerage. For information on Kiawah River, visit https://kiawahriver.com/.

About Auberge Resorts Collection

Auberge Resorts Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 22 one-of-a-kind hotels and resorts, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.