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Where the joy of coastal living
just comes naturally
Welcome to a place where tidal creeks once navigated by Native
Americans meander beneath ancient trees. Where over five miles
of fresh water lagoons wind gracefully across the land. Where the
intracoastal waterway frames the land and life flows gently with the
tides. Welcome to WaterWays Township.
The Beauty of the Land
It doesn’t take long to notice there is something truly special about the land
at WaterWays. The canopied oaks soothe. The coastal marshlands calm.
The views of Red Bird WaterWay excite. To put it simply, the beauty of this
land is not just around you, it changes you.
A 2,300-acre community located just south of historic Savannah, Georgia in
charming Richmond Hill, WaterWays Township was designed and developed
in respect to the land’s natural vegetation. With a mild climate and rich
coastal soils, this area has some of the most spectacular plant life in the
Southeast. And with 2,000 acres of state wildlife management areas, over
six miles of coastal marshlands and the surrounding Red Bird WaterWay
nearby you can bet that Mother Nature will be one of your favorite neighbors.
Reflected Beauty
Water’s influence is central to life at WaterWays Township. Take the kids crabbing in the coastal marshlands or go kayaking in
lieu of an early morning run. Here, you will find endless opportunities to connect, renew and engage with the beauty of water.
Low Country Living
Whether it’s spending a few short minutes on the porch just before dinner
or enjoying the light breeze on an afternoon bike ride, WaterWays Township
is a place where the simpler pleasures in life are rediscovered.
The kind of place that makes you cherish the little things. Like the slam
of the screen door when the kids get home from school or meeting your
neighbors in the community garden. The things that easily go unnoticed
until they’re gone.
Understated Southern Elegance
Much like historic Savannah, WaterWays offers homes with raised porches,
deep verandahs and exposed rafter tails to represent the simple southern
elegance of the area. And just as this land is unique, homeowners are
encouraged to create residences with extraordinary character and
everlasting appeal to complement a place of such rare natural beauty and
diverse coastal habitat.
Naturally Convenient
WaterWays Township is centrally located to a number of key points of interest. The community is about 15 miles from Interstate
95, a primary transportation corridor serving the entire eastern coast.
Casual Elegance of Richmond Hill
The city of Richmond Hill is located approximately 11 miles from WaterWays Township.
A quiet family community, with top-rated schools, coastal location, historic past and
proximity to the commerce and culture of Savannah have all contributed to Richmond Hill’s
reputation and bright future as a great place to live.
With more than 10,000 residents, Richmond Hill is known for its small town charm and
unique local flair. Offering residents a variety of things to enjoy in the community including
local dining, shopping, recreational programs and entreprenural business opportunities,
Richmond Hill is coastal living at its finest.
Richmond Hill is centrally located at the crossroads of I-95 and Hwy 17 on the Georgia
coast. It is 30 minutes or less to Darien, Hinesville, Midway, Pooler or downtown
Savannah. Within an hour’s drive, you can visit Brunswick, Hilton Head Island,
Jekyll Island, Pembroke, Statesboro, St. Simons, or Tybee Island.
Community Information
History
Things to Do
City of Richmond Hill
Richmond Hill Historical Society
Great Ogeechee Seafood Festival
Coastal Bryan Heritage Trail
Annual Hometown Christmas
Parade and Cookoff
Bryan County
Chamber of Commerce
Richmond Hill
Recreation Association
Richmond Hill GA Live
Bryan County Schools
(Georgia’s Preserved Coast – Ossabaw Island))
The Richmond Hill Museum
Ft. McAllister State Park
Richmond Hill Farmers Market
Experience Savannah’s Southern Charm
From the very beginning, Savannah was destined to become more than
just another quaint southern town. Founded in 1733 by James Edward
Oglethorpe, Savannah is the oldest city in Georgia and an exceptional
example of 18th-century town planning based on community squares.
Today, 22 of the 24 original squares remain, each unique in character
and attitude, with churches, homes and public buildings, along with
expanses of open green space.
A Gracious and Growing City
This vibrant coastal city has been named by Conde’ Nast Traveler as one
of the top 10 U.S. cities to visit. Savannah has also been the beautiful
backdrop for a number of movies including “Midnight in the Garden of
Good and Evil”, “Forrest Gump”, and most recently, “The Last Song”.
Unquestionably, Savannah is a gracious city of the past, and will clearly
be one for many years in the future.
Savannah is also bringing new economic life to the area with the
expansion of its port. Today the port of Savannah is the fourth largest
and second busiest container port in the nation for exports of American
goods. The proposed deepening of the port will generate powerful
economic benefits such as more jobs, opportunities and long-term
business growth for the Savannah and Richmond Hill area.
From Waterways to Greenways, A Wealth of Amenities
Bike. Swim. Boat. Garden. Hike. Play. WaterWays is the perfect balance of laid back low country living and amenity-driven
excitement. From a game of checkers at WaterClub West, to kayaking through Grand Lagoon, there is something for everyone here.
Current Amenities
Bill Dance Signature Fishing Experience
We’ve partnered with fishing legend and television personality Bill Dance to create
an exceptional fishing experience at WaterWays Township. Stocked with thousands
of largemouth bass and bream, our lakes are sure to produce big fish and even
bigger smiles.
WaterClub West
Central to all of the WaterWays neighborhoods is WaterClub West, which features
a junior Olympic swimming pool, and a screened outdoor pavilion that includes an
outdoor fireplace and gourmet grill. It’s the perfect spot for casual entertaining and
relaxing with family and friends.
Biking & Nature Trails
A popular activity at WaterWays is the eco-experience found on our multi-purpose trail
system for bikers and pedestrians alike. Our back-country trails currently beckon to
those with a sense of challenge, exploration and adventure.
Community Gardens
For healthy living, WaterWays offers its residents the opportunity to grow fresh
vegetables, flowers and herbs. Located in RidgeWood Central Park, the community
garden offers 48 plots, each 100 square feet in size.
The Grand Lagoon
Water’s influence is central to life at WaterWays Township. Numerous individual lakes
will offer both beauty and recreation to residents, while 3 1/2 miles of lagoons
will wind through the diverse native habitats of coastal uplands. The Grand Lagoon
provides an ideal setting for a casual afternoon of canoeing or an invigorating workout
by kayak and access to deep water is planned for the avid boating family.
History
Stretching back 5,000 years to the first great Indian civilization in North America, the
WaterWays land is practically a walkable history lesson. In fact, many excavations
have been conducted over the years, in which archaeologists have unearthed
Native American arrowheads, pottery, tools and even smoking pipes. What’s more,
automobile icon Henry Ford purchased this property in the 1920’s, including a
homestead called Cottenham Plantation, and some structural elements are still evident
on the land today. To live with such history is rare in today’s world. It’s an experience
that cannot be replicated.
Planned Amenities
WaterWays Marina
The marina planned at WaterWays will be your gateway to endless adventure. Located
along Red Bird WaterWay, it will provide direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway, the
Great Ogeechee River and the Atlantic Ocean. In addition, it will feature dry slip storage,
a ship store and fueling and launching facilities.
Swim & Fitness Club
With plans for two pools overlooking Grand Lagoon, panoramic views of the golf
course, an elegant dining room and a sunning beach, it’s safe to say this won’t be your
ordinary community clubhouse. Add to that a state-of-the-art fitness facility, poolside
grill and cascading waterfall and the Swim & Fitness Club will be the perfect place to
connect with friends on a sunny afternoon.
Tom Fazio Golf
Designed by the industry’s preeminent course architect, Tom Fazio, the WaterWays
Golf Club is planned to be an 18-hole championship course that features unexpected
elevation changes along with views of crystal lakes and Grand Lagoon. The course
design offers an enhanced golfing experience, including a world-class practice facility.
(Redbird Waterway at sunrise)
Your Neighborhood. Your Home. Your Choice.
Each with its own character and charm, the neighborhoods of WaterWays Township are designed to enhance the lives of its
residents by providing a wide selection of home offerings with lagoon, park and wooded views as well as convenient access
to community amenities.
RidgeWood Park
RidgeWood Park contains cottage style single family residences that offer wooded,
preserve and park views. RidgeWood Central Park, in the heart of the neighborhood
is a two-acre park of oaks, mature pines and other native vegetation and includes
a community garden comprised of 48 garden plots available for resident use.
RidgeWood Park is also just a short walk to the WaterClub West Pool House.
Learn more about RidgeWood Park and view the neighborhood map.
Long Creek
Long Creek is a heavily wooded 25-acre neighborhood which features a dense canopy
of towering generational oaks, coastal pines and native vegetation. The Long Creek
Gardens provide a quiet setting for relaxation or socializing with the neighbors.
Learn more about Long Creek and view the neighborhood map.
WaterWays Parkway South
WaterWays Parkway South is a neighborhood of distinctive wooded and waterfront
home sites along Grand Lagoon. Wooded home sites feature majestic oaks, towering
pines and native magnolias that back to conservation areas. Lagoon-facing home sites
are also heavily wooded with a mixture of native holly, magnolias, oaks and pines.
Learn more about WaterWays Parkway South and view the neighborhood map.
Design Influences
The planning of WaterWays Township has been inspired by the variety of land forms, plant life and the native topography of the
site, so thoughtful consideration has been given to create architectural guidelines that are authentic to this region. The guidelines
serve to embrace the land and its beauty while celebrating the lifestyle and history of the Georgia coast.
Distinctive Coastal Architecture
Relaxed yet elegant by design, the homes encourage families to enjoy the
temperate climate of the low country. Raised porches provide an elevated
setting from which to admire and observe the natural surroundings. Deep
verandahs, steep roof lines, some adorned with dormers, and exposed
rafter tails and brackets signify the simple, southern elegance of low
country-styled homes at WaterWays Township.
Homes with Everlasting Appeal
For families who prefer a more traditional residence, WaterWays
Township offers classic brick homes. These homes are designed
to appear contemporary to some, yet others will see vintage, historic
design concepts reminiscent of another time and place. Just as this
land is unique, homeowners are encouraged to create residences with
extraordinary character and everlasting appeal to compliment a place
of such natural beauty and diverse coastal habitat.
A Premier Real Estate Development Company
Headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, Fletcher Management Company has been in the development business since
1962. They have been actively involved in the development of numerous residential and commercial properties, including six
master-planned golf course communities that comprise over 15,000 residential units.
Communities Developed by Fletcher Management Company
Harbor Island
Jacksonville, Florida
The Lodge & Club
at Ponte Vedra Beach
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Marsh Landing / Sawgrass
The Serenada Beach Club
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Palencia
St. Marks Pond
St. Augustine, Florida
St. Augustine, Florida
(From Left to right: Doug Davis, Jerome Fletcher, Paul Fletcher, Danny Edwards)
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Driving Directions from I-95
Exit 87: Drive 2 miles east on Highway 17. Turn right onto Highway 144 and drive for 9 miles. Turn left
onto Oak Level Road and take an immediate left into the WaterWays Township Information Center.
Exit 90: Drive 10.5 miles south on Highway 144. Turn left onto Oak Level Road and take an immediate left
into the WaterWays Township Information Center.
GPS Coordinates: 31°51’21” N; 81°12’43” W
Contact Information
WaterWaysTownship.com
info@WaterWaysTownship.com
(912) 445-0299
©2015 Savannah Land Holdings, LLC. The features and amenities described and depicted herein are based upon current development plans, which are subject to change
without notice. Actual development may not be as currently proposed. No guarantee is made that the features, homes, amenities and facilities described will be built or, if
built, will be of the same type, size or nature as described. To protect the privacy of our residents appointments are required to tour WaterWays Township.