The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection, a new coastal escape on Johns Island in South Carolina is now accepting reservations. Named after a beautiful local shorebird, this charming getaway is the first of its kind in the destination – a stylish luxury retreat that feels like an eternal Southern summer home, embodying whimsical charm and unparalleled nature experiences that enliven the explorer within.
Located along the Charleston coastline within the exclusive waterfront community of Kiawah River, the Amanda Lindroth designed interiors invite guests to experience the bliss of coastal living in Charleston’s Sea Islands on 2,000 picturesque acres. With 20 miles of waterfront, scenic nature trails, abundant marshlands rich in native flora and fauna, two Auberge restaurants and a destination spa, The Dunlin celebrates the rich heritage of South Carolina and the simple wonder of life on the river.
Just a 40-minute drive from downtown Charleston, The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection feels utterly removed from the everyday – a place where nature’s rhythms and the movement of light and water have inspired every detail. Renowned architect, Robert Glazier, was tasked with harmoniously integrating a modern take on a Southern summer home into the pristine ecosystem of the Kiawah River. The Dunlin’s architectural design is a testament to his creativity and commitment to quality and sustainability.
Marrying whimsical Southern style with modern coastal living, the resort carefully respects both Sea Island architectural character – generous porches, gabled roofs and open space preservation – with the site’s natural features, to offer timeless spaces for seclusion and socialising alike. Classic, island-style interiors by acclaimed designer, Amanda Lindroth, feature sunny batik prints and soothing undertones reminiscent of the most elemental original Sea Island homes.
Effortlessly imbued with the essence of this serene natural landscape, each of the resort’s 72 cottage-style guest rooms and suites are delightfully appointed. The cottage-inspired, Lowcountry aesthetic within features wicker, wood and textured linen combined with white-washed tones, mint-green accents and honey oak floors. Outside, porches are the perfect place for morning coffee or a nightcap with spectacular riverfront views.
Almost double the size of the generously-proportioned guest rooms, suites feature large living rooms, dining nooks, and soaking tubs that offer river views. Various suites and rooms can be flexibly combined to accommodate families and friends traveling together. The signature Sweetbay Suitewith its wraparound porch, indoor fireplace, and outdoor tub for bathing in nature can also be booked as a private, two-bedroom cottage. The resort will also feature 19 privately owned Dunlin branded residences, which are set to debut for pre-sale in 2024.
All accommodations are set in intimate guest house settings, while providing easy access to the resort’s array of exceptional amenities. These include the Meeting House with its expansive porch and atmospheric Willet Room bar designed for unwinding and the signature restaurant, Linnette’s with sweeping river views. Nearby the riverfront pool and the signature Auberge, Aster Spa offer total relaxation.
A Celebration Of Coastal Southern Cuisine
A new epicurean destination in the Charleston Sea Islands, The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection celebrates soulful Southern cooking across its dining venues and through unique culinary experiences – from oyster roasts and whole hog BBQs to Lowcountry boils and riverside picnics.
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Linnette’s is the hotel’s signature restaurant, paying homage to the heritage of Charleston with familiar and comforting coastal cuisine prepared with wit and sophistication. The open kitchen serves up woodfired dishes from a seafood-forward menu, with ingredients sourced from local fishermen and Kiawah River’s ‘agri-hood’ of local farmers. The perfect iced tea, all-day bites, cocktails and rare whiskeys can be enjoyed at the Willet Room, The Dunlin’s riverside lounge bar, with a side of southern hospitality. Poolside dining can be enjoyed at The Cove, The Dunlin’s glamorous, 1950s, bygone-beach-club atmosphere perfect for luxe lunch classics and cocktails beneath the striped umbrellas of the resort pool.
