The site, located north of the major beachfront hotel district in this summer vacation town, was in a major mid-market tourist destination. Rick Hill, a [artner in the development. created a plan to build an elevated boardwalk lined with restaurants and shops over the water’s edge in a low-country craft-style. Anchored by the House of Blues, the featured a live theater by the musical group Alabama, Alligator Adventure, and 17 restaurants and cafes.

Almost 40 years later, Myrtle Beach has grown to a year-round resort destination, with 14 million annual visitors and 140 golf courses. The project commands average minimum rents in excess of $40.00 per square foot.