DeBordieu Colony is a private oceanfront gated community located near Pawleys Island South Carolina on the coast between Charleston and Myrtle Beach.
DeBordieu Colony is a private oceanfront gated community located near Pawleys Island South Carolina on the coast between Charleston and Myrtle Beach. The natural amenities include miles of private beach and tidal creeks, an on-site nature preserve with walking trails and bike paths, and a delightful year-round climate. DeBordieu is more than a vacation destination - is also home to a small number of fortunate folks that enjoy the finest LowCountry Lifestyle as either permanent residents or second home owners.
Every DeBordieu homeowner has access to the community's private beach and a boat ramp on Debidue Creek. Beyond that, the DeBordieu Club is the heart of daily life here: an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Pete and P.B. Dye, an oceanfront Beach Club with pool and gazebo bar, tennis and pickleball courts, a fitness center, and three on-site dining options including the Tiki Bar and The Beanery. Miles of walking and biking trails wind through 2,700 acres of oak-canopied marsh and untouched beach, and the community boat ramp offers direct access to North Inlet.
It helps to understand the difference between owning in DeBordieu and belonging to the Club. Every homeowner in the Colony has access to the private beach and creek boat ramp simply through ownership. Golf, tennis, the beach club, dining, and fitness require a separate DeBordieu Club membership, offered in four tiers. Here is official 2026 pricing directly from the Club:
Membership Type | Joining Payment | Annual Dues & Fees |
|---|---|---|
Golf | $91,000 | $13,160 |
Sports | $70,750 | $11,840 |
Tennis | $50,500 | $9,440 |
Beach Social | $40,250 | $8,480 |
The Joining Payment covers the application fee plus membership contribution, due at signup. Annual dues and fees cover category dues, capital contribution, house charge, and wind insurance, billed quarterly. A Golf membership includes unlimited use of the golf, tennis, beach club, fitness, and social facilities. Sports and Tennis memberships include most amenities with limits or added fees on golf; Beach Social includes the beach club and fitness with limited golf and tennis access (six visits per year). Membership pricing is set by the Club and can change - for the latest figures or to discuss which tier fits you, we're happy to help, or you can reach DeBordieu Club's Member Services directly at 843.527.6100.
Separate from Club dues, an annual Beach Preservation Fund assessment applies to every property in DeBordieu Colony to fund ongoing beach renourishment and erosion control. Under the Colony's adopted schedule, which runs 2017 through 2033, the payment depends on a property's zone and proximity to the ocean:
Zone | Property Type | Annual Payment |
|---|---|---|
Inland | All property types | $875 |
Island Zone 2 | All property types | $1,181 |
Island Zone 1 | Villas | $1,619 |
Beach Front North | Villas | $1,844 |
Island Zone 1 | Improved/Unimproved | $1,969 |
OCRM 20yr Erosion Line | Villas | $2,512 |
OCRM Setback Line | Unimproved, 50 ft Key | $3,263 |
OCRM Setback Line | Unimproved | $3,699 |
Beach Front North | Improved/Unimproved | $4,375 |
OCRM 20yr Erosion Line | Unimproved, 50 ft Key | $4,492 |
OCRM Setback Line | Improved, 50 ft Key | $4,593 |
OCRM 20yr Erosion Line | Unimproved | $5,182 |
OCRM Setback Line | Improved | $5,250 |
OCRM Baseline | Unimproved | $6,426 |
OCRM 20yr Erosion Line | Improved, 50 ft Key | $6,707 |
OCRM 20yr Erosion Line | Improved | $8,750 |
OCRM Baseline | Improved | $9,625 |
"50 ft Key" refers to specific properties identified on the Colony's zone map as sitting within 50 feet of a key erosion boundary. Because the assessment varies significantly by location, we always confirm the exact figure for a specific property before you make an offer. This Beach Preservation Fund assessment is separate from the Colony's general POA dues, which cover community-wide services like security, roads, and common areas - we're gathering current POA figures and will update this page once we have them confirmed.
Homes in DeBordieu range from marsh-front cottages to grand oceanfront estates, generally spanning $500,000 to well over $5 million depending on location, size, and proximity to the water. Buyers can choose from oceanfront homes, marsh and lagoon-front properties, golf villas along the course, and homesites for custom builds. Whatever the budget, the Perry Peace Team can help you find the right fit within the Colony.
Do I have to join the DeBordieu Club if I buy a home here?
No. Beach and boat ramp access come with homeownership. Club membership, which unlocks golf, the pool, tennis, and dining, is optional and priced separately.
Is DeBordieu Colony gated and private?
Yes. DeBordieu is a private, gated community spanning 2,700 acres of oceanfront and marsh, three miles north of Georgetown and six miles south of Pawleys Island.
What does a home in DeBordieu typically cost?
Prices generally range from around $500,000 for marsh-front cottages to $5 million and up for oceanfront estates.
How much does DeBordieu Club membership cost?
For 2026, joining payments range from $40,250 for a Beach Social membership to $91,000 for a Golf membership, plus annual dues and fees between about $8,480 and $13,160 depending on tier. See the membership table above for a full breakdown by type.
Is there a beach preservation or renourishment fee?
Yes. A separate annual Beach Preservation Fund assessment applies to every property, ranging from about $875 per year for inland lots to $9,625 per year for improved oceanfront homes in the highest-risk erosion zone. See the table above for the full breakdown by zone and property type.
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