Watersound Beach Club

fisher · 01-02-2007, 08:30 AM

I just heard that St. Joe dropped the initiation fee for the Watersound Beach Club from $20,000 to $3,000. Members that paid $20k will get a refund for the difference. I'll wouldn't be surprised to see something happen with Camp Creek golf club initiation fees over the next year or so too. St. Joe is getting desperate or wise.

aquaticbiology · 01-02-2007, 10:12 AM

i think it was watersound i predicted would either close or reduce fee - anyway: "told ya!"

SHELLY · 01-02-2007, 07:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fisher

I just heard that St. Joe dropped the initiation fee for the Watersound Beach Club from $20,000 to $3,000. Members that paid $20k will get a refund for the difference. I'll wouldn't be surprised to see something happen with Camp Creek golf club initiation fees over the next year or so too. St. Joe is getting desperate or wise.

That's what the "big dogs" do-do.

flyforfun · 01-09-2007, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SHELLY

That's what the "big dogs" do-do.

Actually Shelly, what prompted the fee reduction was WS property owners. Most of us don't live there full time, and everyone felt a fee adjusted was indicated. It's an excellent decision by St. Joe for the benefit of the property owners in the development.

goofer44 · 03-22-2007, 07:17 PM

For those of you WaterSound owners who belong to the beach club, I think you will be pleasantly surprised at how good the food is at the restaurant. I have had dinner twice and was pleased at the quality, presentation and price. I hope JOE will open it up to the general public this summer. There are now over 175 members at the Beach Club.

SHELLY · 03-22-2007, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goofer44

I hope JOE will open it up to the general public this summer.

Y ?

.

goofer44 · 03-23-2007, 10:17 PM

SHELLY

Y not?
I personally do not believe in the exclusivity of a "private" restaurant in a members only beach club. Why shouldn't outsiders enjoy the restaurant and bar after 6pm. It brings in added revenue to JOE and makes for a more lively and interesting place to hang out. It is a great place to enjoy....it would be a shame if it was not utilized.

SHELLY · 03-23-2007, 10:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goofer44

SHELLY

Why shouldn't outsiders enjoy the restaurant and bar after 6pm.

Because the members are paying a premium in order to separate themselves from the great "unwashed" (or "outsiders").

Smiling JOe · 03-24-2007, 09:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SHELLY

Because the members are paying a premium in order to separate themselves from the great "unwashed" (or "outsiders").

Coming from a background in Private Country Clubs, I can assure you that many of the members are not looking for exclusivity, but rather, the services which the clubs offer.

I know that WaterSound (what was once called WaterSound North) has lots starting around $150K, and is offering price breaks on membership at Camp Creek Golf Course and WaterSound Beach Club. I would guess that selling these lesser priced lots created some incentive for reducing the cost of membership to the Club, otherwise, they wouldn't be able to easily pitch the Beach Club to the new buyers on these lots in WaterSound.

Just to help spread the word and keep us all straight, WaterSound's sales team is now using "WaterSound Beach," to describe the property south of 30A, and "WaterSound," to descibe the community north of Hwy 98.

goofer44 · 03-24-2007, 01:22 PM

Come on Shelly...you aren't really that much of a snob. The membership fee was $3000 and the monthly dues are $150. At those rates I became a member and would also consider myself part of the great "unwashed " and damn proud of it. We are not talking Augusta National snooty.
Just tried to make a suggestion that the restaurant and bar be opened to all after 6pm. I am possitive most of the members feel the way I do. It would be a shame if the place wasn't enjoyed. The two times I was there it was practically empty. When the season starts renters will be able to use it and the bar and restaurant should do well but I am sure it will never get fully used. As far as the restaurant is concerned, members and renters at WaterSound would get first preference for reservations. The restaurant and bar are special places because of the awesome views.....why shouldn't outsiders enjoy if the members do not object ??

SHELLY · 03-24-2007, 06:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goofer44

Just tried to make a suggestion that the restaurant and bar be opened to all after 6pm. The restaurant and bar are special places because of the awesome views.....why shouldn't outsiders enjoy if the members do not object ??

Did you...and did they?

.

goofer44 · 03-24-2007, 06:19 PM

SHELLY: Obviously I don't object !!

If the other WaterSound members don't object, I would love to invite you and a friend as my guest for dinner at the club.....the only caveat is you have to meet me for a drink at the bar beforehand where Smiling Joe will take our picture.

Smiling JOe · 03-24-2007, 09:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goofer44

SHELLY: Obviously I don't object !!

If the other WaterSound members don't object, I would love to invite you and a friend as my guest for dinner at the club.....the only caveat is you have to meet me for a drink at the bar beforehand where Smiling Joe will take our picture.

SHELLY · 03-25-2007, 12:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goofer44

SHELLY: Obviously I don't object !!

If the other WaterSound members don't object, I would love to invite you and a friend as my guest for dinner at the club.....the only caveat is you have to meet me for a drink at the bar beforehand where Smiling Joe will take our picture.

CHEEEEESE

.

Bobby J · 03-25-2007, 01:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goofer44

SHELLY: Obviously I don't object !!

If the other WaterSound members don't object, I would love to invite you and a friend as my guest for dinner at the club.....the only caveat is you have to meet me for a drink at the bar beforehand where Smiling Joe will take our picture.

Nice try Goofer... Shelly, will never disclose her/his true identity. Although, I think I am slowly figuring it out...

SHELLY · 03-25-2007, 01:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bobby J

Nice try Goofer... Shelly, will never disclose her/his true identity. Although, I think I am slowly figuring it out...

To amuse and delight the viewing audience (present company included), how about sharing what you have figured out so far...

I won't reveal if you're right or wrong...I relish my enigmaticity.

Bobby J · 03-25-2007, 01:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SHELLY

To amuse and delight the viewing audience (present company included), how about sharing what you have figured out so far...

I won't reveal if you're right or wrong...I relish my enigmaticity.

Think I will keep on not disclosing what I know so far. Each bit brings me closer and if you knew how I was catching on you would change your course.

Mango · 03-25-2007, 01:34 PM

SHELLY · 03-25-2007, 03:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bobby J

...if you knew how I was catching on you would change your course.

It's a bluff....."All In"

.

Bobby J · 03-26-2007, 09:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SHELLY

It's a bluff....."All In"

.

BTW,
I will never disclose to anyone.... Unless your just plain mean to me

JeanLafitte · 03-26-2007, 01:31 PM

I thought I'd figured out Shelly's identity on my third trip to SoWal. I met with a banker and financial adviser there Friday, and the guy was so dead certain I shouldn't buy right away that I almost asked him what is Florida's state flower?

Chickpea · 03-27-2007, 06:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goofer44

Come on Shelly...you aren't really that much of a snob. The membership fee was $3000 and the monthly dues are $150. At those rates I became a member and would also consider myself part of the great "unwashed " and damn proud of it. We are not talking Augusta National snooty.
Just tried to make a suggestion that the restaurant and bar be opened to all after 6pm. I am possitive most of the members feel the way I do. It would be a shame if the place wasn't enjoyed. The two times I was there it was practically empty. When the season starts renters will be able to use it and the bar and restaurant should do well but I am sure it will never get fully used. As far as the restaurant is concerned, members and renters at WaterSound would get first preference for reservations. The restaurant and bar are special places because of the awesome views.....why shouldn't outsiders enjoy if the members do not object ??

Goofer<
I wholeheartedly agree with your take on this - by all accounts the WS Beach Club is a beautiful amenity - and it would be great to allow others to enjoy it as long as fist priority is always given to residents and renters first. It would help offset opertaing costs and would also make it more enjoable for those people who actually care about atmosphere and ambiance when they go out (meaning not a 'dead' space!).
I for one would LOVE to go for dinner there and spend hard earned $$ every now and then to eat at a place with such gorgeous views... except I do not own in WS so need to wait for an invitation or hope that it is 'opened' up to the geneal public!!
Thanks

Smiling JOe · 03-27-2007, 07:35 AM

Opening it to the public would also assist in turning over the food inventory, keeping fresh foods on the menu. You really don't want to eat the Sunday buffet at a restaurant which doesn't serve many people throughout the week.

SHELLY · 03-27-2007, 07:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Smiling JOe

Opening it to the public would also assist in turning over the food inventory, keeping fresh foods on the menu. You really don't want to eat the Sunday buffet at a restaurant which doesn't serve many people throughout the week.

I was thinking about the problems they would face retaining a "trained" waitstaff. Good waiters are becoming a scarce commodity in the area stretching from Destin to PCB--they'll go where the tips are many and steady.

.

SHELLY · 03-27-2007, 08:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chickpea

Goofer<
I for one would LOVE to go for dinner there and spend hard earned $$ every now and then to eat at a place with such gorgeous views... except I do not own in WS so need to wait for an invitation or hope that it is 'opened' up to the geneal public!!
Thanks

CP,

Dinner is served!! Just contact Goofer and tell him you are me. Be sure to wear a "Plastic Nose and Glasses" disguise for Smilin Joe's photo op at the bar before dinner and to throw my stalker (Bobby J.) off the trail.
Bon Appetit!

.

Mango · 03-27-2007, 11:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SHELLY

CP,

Dinner is served!! Just contact Goofer and tell him you are me. Be sure to wear a "Plastic Nose and Glasses" disguise for Smilin Joe's photo op at the bar before dinner and to throw my stalker (Bobby J.) off the trail.
Bon Appetit!

.

Come on Shelly. It's the beach. Shouldn't you wear something more appropriate than plastic Nose and glasses?

goofer44 · 03-27-2007, 11:21 PM

Shelly

And don't forget the straw hat !!

Beachlover2 · 03-28-2007, 08:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SHELLY

CP,

Dinner is served!! Just contact Goofer and tell him you are me. Be sure to wear a "Plastic Nose and Glasses" disguise for Smilin Joe's photo op at the bar before dinner and to throw my stalker (Bobby J.) off the trail.
Bon Appetit!

.

Thanks Shelly - that made my rough morning a bit better

Bobby J · 03-28-2007, 10:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SHELLY

CP,

Dinner is served!! Just contact Goofer and tell him you are me. Be sure to wear a "Plastic Nose and Glasses" disguise for Smilin Joe's photo op at the bar before dinner and to throw my stalker (Bobby J.) off the trail.
Bon Appetit!

.

Stalker!!! Who me?

Beachbummett · 03-28-2007, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bobby J

Stalker!!! Who me?

You are my favorite stalker Bobby J!!

I spent all of last week using the Watersound Beach club and loved it! What a view, what a place! It is well worth the money. The food was excellent and most days it was very busy for lunch. PM me and I will take anyone there for a sunset cocktail, I would love to show anyone just how beautiful it is.

Goofer, they are closing at 7:00 during the week only... but will remain open later during the week also as season gets busier. The restaurant is open later for dinner only on Friday and Saturday until then. We took some friends to dinner Saturday night and it was excellent. There were several people there that night. However....the pool was closed early due to a baby mishap!

EWWWWW!

I loved hearing a lady in the next set of lounge chairs on her cell phone going on and on and on and on about Watersound being so beautiful and what a grayt deal it was!!! They were talking about how cheap it was to stay there!!

Guess it is all relative to what you are used to. She stated they would not vacation anywhere else.....that $4,500.00 was very cheap for a weeks vacation rental, they were staying in The Crossing set of condo's.

Chickpea · 03-28-2007, 01:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goofer44

Shelly

And don't forget the straw hat !!

I love Shelly's thoughts!!!! Goofer: notwithstanding the disguise - seriously: when are you inviting me?????

Chickpea · 03-28-2007, 01:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SHELLY

CP,

Dinner is served!! Just contact Goofer and tell him you are me. Be sure to wear a "Plastic Nose and Glasses" disguise for Smilin Joe's photo op at the bar before dinner and to throw my stalker (Bobby J.) off the trail.
Bon Appetit!

.

Brilliant!!! Shelly (he or she????) you are a smart cookie and I enjoy your wit and humor!

Bobby J · 03-28-2007, 03:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chickpea

Brilliant!!! Shelly (he or she????) you are a smart cookie and I enjoy your wit and humor!

Many of us have a love hate relationship with Shelly.... Very smart! I would never want to match wit but I do love teasing and having fun. Shelly has actually made me laugh out loud and spit coffee on my keyboard!!!!

goofer44 · 03-28-2007, 11:26 PM

chickpea

I love Shelly's thoughts and humor. On another thread, Shelly suggested she would pose nekkid in front of the new Airport sign. Are you interested in the same proposal but in front of the WaterSound Beach Club ? It would be great publicity for the club and would definitely be worth a free dinner. Drinks included.

goofer44 · 03-28-2007, 11:36 PM

"$4,500.00 was very cheap for a weeks vacation rental, they were staying in The Crossing set of condo's."

Well, given the size of the baby mishap....$4500 seems reasonable.
If, on the other hand someone brings their pet hippo, $4500 would be a real bargain.

flyforfun · 03-29-2007, 08:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goofer44

chickpea

I love Shelly's thoughts and humor. On another thread, Shelly suggested she would pose nekkid in front of the new Airport sign. Are you interested in the same proposal but in front of the WaterSound Beach Club ? It would be great publicity for the club and would definitely be worth a free dinner. Drinks included.

Goofer, are you trying to bring down property values?

Franny · 03-29-2007, 09:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SHELLY

It's a bluff....."All In"

.

Oh yeah.

Smiling JOe · 03-29-2007, 09:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goofer44

chickpea

I love Shelly's thoughts and humor. On another thread, Shelly suggested she would pose nekkid in front of the new Airport sign. Are you interested in the same proposal but in front of the WaterSound Beach Club ? It would be great publicity for the club and would definitely be worth a free dinner. Drinks included.

I believe there was something said about me taking the photo. I guess the same would hold true for this shot, too.