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Living In Melrose We consider ourselves very lucky to own property in Melrose and hope you soon will be a neighbor. This section provides details on the services paid for by the Property Owner’s Association as part of your annual dues and other frequently asked questions about life on Daufuskie. Property Owner Services The Property Owner’s Association contracts with local providers to supply you with the following services as part of your annual POA fees: § Garbage Pick-up – The POA Board has signed a contract with Ron Jones to provide trash pick up services beginning January 3, 2012. All trash/garbage is to be placed in bags inside a garbage can. You do not have to place your trash container(s) at curb side, unless you prefer to do that and then you must assume responsibility for returning your container(s) to your house. Your trash will be picked up on Tuesdays and Fridays at the site where your containers are located, providing your storage area is unlocked. No contractor debris will be collected. Recycle bins will be provided for those who wish to participate in the recycle program. If you are not a full time resident of Melrose, please call Ron Jones at 843-684-2344 to let him know when you will be in residence, or e-mail him at teamdaufuskie@aol.com § Landscaping of common grounds – Property designated as POA common area is maintained and landscaped. & Security - licensed security personnel patrol our roads daily to check our properties and vehicle usage. They also may be called to respond to emergency situations. Frequently Asked Questions Living on Daufuskie can seem daunting but most residents find it easily manageable with some advanced planning and flexibility. Below are some frequently asked questions about living in Melrose. Q: How do I get to Daufuskie? A: Freeport Marina/Broad Creek ferry 843-342-8687 http://www.daufuskiefreeport.com/ Boat service from the Broad Creek Marina, located at 1 Simmons Road,, off Marshland Road, to Freeport Marina on Daufuskie. Visit the web site for schedules and call for reservations.
Daufuskie Discoveries 843-384-4354 http://daufuskiediscoveries.com/ The boat runs from 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. After hours options available at extra charge. Phone 4 to 5 days in advance for reservations. Round trip fee for DI residents and Melrose property owners is $57 per person, including 3 bags per person, from Hilton Head and $63 per person from Savannah. Boat goes from 421 Squire Pope Road to the Melrose Landing. Q: How do I get from the ferry to the Resort? A: Daufuskie Island Land Transportation Services will take you and your luggage to the Resort. Call 843-816-2505 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., leave your name, a contact number, pickup time and location, final destination, number in your party and if there is luggage. Reservations should be made 24 hours in advance when possible. There is a charge for this service. Fappy Security and Transportation 843-422-8624 Q. What vehicle may I drive at Melrose? A. Electric golf carts are the only form of transportation allowed on the Melrose POA roads. They also may be driven on the Island roads outside of Melrose. Q. Is there a grocery store at Melrose? A. There is no grocery store at Melrose at this time. There is a small general store at Freeport Marina that is open every day. Q: Who provides water and sewage to property owners? A: Melrose Utilities provides water and sewer. Property owners are billed quarterly. Q: What if someone becomes ill or has an accident while on Daufuskie? A: Daufuskie has a full-time staff of fire fighters and EMTs. Dial 911 if you have an emergency and they will respond. Our local EMTs will assess and stabilize the patient and arrange transportation to Hilton Head or Savannah for further treatment. Q: What are the dining options on Daufuskie? A: There are three local restaurants located outside the Melrose property – Marshside Mama’s at the County Dock, the Daufuskie Crab Company at Freeport Marina, and the Eagle's Nest at Bloody Point. Hours of service and phone numbers may be found on the Contacts and Links page. Q: Are church services held on Daufuskie? A: The First Union Baptist Church on the island welcomes part time residents and visitors. Services are held on Sunday morning at 9:15 for Bible Study and 10:00 for Worship. Alternately, you can take the ferry to the mainland for services at churches there. Q: Whom can I contact with other questions about life on Daufuskie? A: All of our current property owners are happy to provide insight and advice. Contact any of the POA Board Members or email your question to us from the Contact Us link on our site..
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