The guidance shared is that sales are expected to officially ramp up in April, and the structure discussed includes a 25% deposit with contracts moving forward without a pre-sale “reservation” window. 

My practical advice: be ready early with your top 3 “must-haves” (view direction, proximity to amenities, and floor plan type). In developments with a strong launch, decisiveness matters.

 major buildings underway, with construction moving vertically before pre-sales, which is a notable confidence signal. 

If you’ve watched coastal projects over the years, you know the difference between “announced” and “in motion.” This one is in motion.

A key milestone shared is the recently approved 43-slip marina permit, and the direction given was transient slips only, with no long-term slip rentals. 

If long-term dockage is a non-negotiable for you, I’ll usually compare this lifestyle to other boating-oriented options around Orange Beach so you can decide what fits.

Rental management was described as a third-party operation (separate from sales), with a named contact shared in the discussion (Caleb Billingsley). 

there is a pathway to do your own rental management, with details expected in the governing documents, and that processes are being designed to protect the overall guest experience and reduce front-desk confusion. 

owners have control over their units, including maintenance and renovation decisions, without HOA mandates. 

I still expect “common sense” standards to exist in the documents for consistency in a branded resort environment, but the comment shared was reassuring for buyers who value autonomy.

The structure includes a master HOA for the overall property, a separate condominium association for residential floors, and required club dues (including an initial membership fee). 

This is exactly why I like to review the final documents line-by-line before anyone commits. Dues structure and what they actually cover matters.

Parking includes valet parking and no covered parking; for homes, there are no garages (some villas may have carports). 

Golf carts are allowed; they must be purchased onsite and comply with style guidelines, and outside carts are prohibited. 

Most food and beverage areas are expected to be open to the public, while pools and certain amenities will have restricted access (including day pass logistics and onsite security).  

a new Jimmy Buffett-themed restaurant, “The Last Mango,” with an opening target discussed as May, tying the Wharf experience to the Margaritaville brand presence.

A possible third-party boat shuttle concept (not operated by the resort itself).