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Cypress Bend at Barefoot Resort is one of the most affordable and versatile condo communities in all of Barefoot Resort — 1 and 2 bedroom golf villas at 5750 Oyster Catcher Drive in North Myrtle Beach SC with Greg Norman golf course and pond views from private screened porches, a community pool and BBQ grilling area, and full access to every Barefoot Resort amenity. Cypress Bend at Barefoot Resort condos for sale start from approximately $190,000 for 1 bedroom units and range to $300,000-plus for premium renovated 2 bedroom luxury villas — with rare 3 bedroom units occasionally available making it the most versatile condo community in the resort for buyers targeting different bedroom configurations at accessible price points. Whether you are looking for a primary residence, a second home, or an investment property that works as a vacation rental, Cypress Bend delivers full Barefoot Resort lifestyle access — private oceanfront beach cabana with seasonal shuttle, the largest saltwater pool in South Carolina, four championship golf courses, two deep-water marinas, and Barefoot Landing directly adjacent — at some of the lowest price points in the entire resort.

If you are searching for Cypress Bend at Barefoot Resort condos for sale, this is the most complete guide available. Here is everything you need to know.

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What Is Cypress Bend at Barefoot Resort in North Myrtle Beach SC?

Cypress Bend at Barefoot Resort is a condominium community of 1, 2, and occasional 3 bedroom golf villas at 5750 Oyster Catcher Drive in Barefoot Resort in North Myrtle Beach SC 29582 — positioned across from the 12th hole of the Greg Norman championship golf course with pond and fairway views from most units. The community consists of multiple mid-rise buildings numbered 1 through 11 — each with 3 stories and units per floor identified by building number and unit number. Cypress Bend shares the Oyster Catcher Drive corridor with Arbor Trace — both sitting within walking distance of each other adjacent to the Norman course within the Barefoot Resort master plan.

Key facts about Cypress Bend at Barefoot Resort:

  • Address: 5750 Oyster Catcher Drive, North Myrtle Beach SC 29582
  • Unit types: primarily 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom golf villas — 1 bedroom and occasional 3 bedroom units also available
  • Building layout: multiple 3-story mid-rise buildings — Buildings 1 through 11
  • Views: Greg Norman golf course and natural pond views — most units across from 12th hole Norman course
  • Screened porches: every unit features a private screened porch or balcony
  • Price range: approximately $190,000–$300,000-plus
  • Community pool: private Cypress Bend outdoor pool — steps from most buildings
  • BBQ area: dedicated outdoor BBQ grilling area adjacent to the community pool
  • Hot tub: community hot tub available to all Cypress Bend residents
  • In-unit washer/dryer: included in all units
  • STR: short-term vacation rentals permitted — active rental market
  • Shuttle: complimentary seasonal shuttle to beach and Barefoot Landing — 7 days a week May through Labor Day weekend — weekends only through October
  • Schools: Ocean Drive Elementary, North Myrtle Beach Middle, North Myrtle Beach High School

Cypress Bend is consistently described as one of the most affordable ways to access the full Barefoot Resort lifestyle — with entry prices from $190,000 for 1 bedroom units making it the most accessible price point in the resort for buyers who want golf course views and all resort amenities included.

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What Are Condo Prices at Cypress Bend Barefoot Resort in 2026?

Cypress Bend at Barefoot Resort condos range from approximately $190,000 to over $300,000 — with the widest price range and bedroom configuration variety of any comparable condo community in Barefoot Resort.

1 bedroom / 1 bathroom — most affordable entry: $190,000–$215,000. The rarest configuration in Cypress Bend — 1 bedroom end units occasionally come to market. Well-maintained with screened porches and golf course or pond views. Full resort amenity access. The most affordable way to own in Barefoot Resort with full lifestyle access. Great for couples, solo buyers, and investors targeting lower-cost entry points.

2 bedroom / 2 bathroom — standard configuration: $207,000–$265,000. The most common unit type in Cypress Bend. Open concept floor plan, fully equipped kitchen, two separated bedrooms, two full bathrooms, in-unit washer and dryer, and screened porch with golf course or pond view. Many fully furnished and move-in ready. Second floor and top floor units with vaulted ceilings in the great room command premiums. LVP flooring upgrades, updated appliances, and beach-themed renovations are common across active listings.

2 bedroom premium — luxury renovated and show-stopping units: $265,000–$319,500. Extensively renovated units described as income producers and show-stopping luxury villas. Full modern renovation packages — fresh contemporary décor, LVP flooring throughout, updated kitchens, updated bathrooms, new appliances. Views of the 4th tee box on the Norman course on the most premium units. One listing specifically noted as a "HUGE INCOME PRODUCER" — fully furnished modern luxury villa overlooking the 4th tee.

3 bedroom units — rare and high demand: $300,000-plus when available. The best-priced 3 bedroom golf villa configuration in Barefoot Resort when it comes to market — first floor corner units in the Cypress Bend Oakmont section. These generate exceptional vacation rental income and are the most actively watched inventory in the community. Search immediately when a 3 bedroom Cypress Bend listing comes to market.

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What Makes Cypress Bend Different From Arbor Trace at Barefoot Resort?

Cypress Bend and Arbor Trace are neighboring communities on Oyster Catcher Drive — both offering golf villas with Norman course views at similar price points. Understanding the differences helps buyers choose the right community.

  • Address: Arbor Trace is at 6015 Catalina Drive. Cypress Bend is at 5750 Oyster Catcher Drive. Both are within walking distance of each other within the resort.
  • View position: Arbor Trace units back to the Norman course with golf course views from the rear screened porch. Cypress Bend units are positioned across from the 12th hole of the Norman course — the views are similar in character but the orientation differs. Cypress Bend's 4th tee box views on premium units are particularly distinctive.
  • Bedroom variety: Arbor Trace is exclusively 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom. Cypress Bend adds 1 bedroom units at a lower entry price and occasional 3 bedroom units — giving buyers more configuration options within a single community.
  • Community amenities: both have private community pools. Cypress Bend adds a BBQ grilling area and hot tub. Arbor Trace adds an outside storage closet with every unit — a practical advantage for beach gear storage.
  • Price entry: Cypress Bend's 1 bedroom units start around $190,000 — lower than any Arbor Trace configuration. For buyers who specifically want the lowest possible entry point into Barefoot Resort with full amenity access, Cypress Bend 1 bedroom units are the answer.

Both communities share the same full Barefoot Resort amenity package — the choice between them comes down to address preference, bedroom configuration, and specific view position. See the complete Arbor Trace guide.

What Amenities Do Cypress Bend Residents Have Access To?

Cypress Bend residents enjoy two layers of amenity access — the Cypress Bend community amenities plus the full Barefoot Resort resort-wide package.

Cypress Bend Community Amenities

Cypress Bend has its own private outdoor community pool — steps from most buildings within the complex. The pool is exclusively for Cypress Bend residents and their guests. Adjacent to the pool is a BBQ grilling area — a specific community amenity that creates an outdoor social gathering space that comparable Barefoot Resort condo communities do not all provide.

A dedicated outdoor BBQ grilling area adjacent to the pool is one of the distinctive amenity features that Cypress Bend residents use regularly for family cookouts, social gatherings, and outdoor dining. The combination of pool and BBQ area creates the most complete outdoor community social space of any condo complex at this price point in Barefoot Resort.

A community hot tub is available to all Cypress Bend residents — a relaxation amenity particularly popular during the cooler months when the outdoor pool season winds down but the hot tub remains accessible.

Full Barefoot Resort Amenity Access — All Included

  • Private oceanfront beach cabana — gated parking, complimentary seasonal shuttle service. The shuttle runs 7 days a week from May through Labor Day weekend — weekends only through October. Route picks up at multiple resort locations and stops at the golf driving range and Barefoot Landing upon request.
  • North Tower saltwater pool — 15,000 square foot saltwater pool on the ICW — the largest in South Carolina — approximately 356,000 gallons
  • Residents Club — resort pool, Jacuzzi, tennis courts, pickleball courts, basketball court, full-time Lifestyle Director, library, billiards, game room, full kitchen
  • Four championship golf courses — Greg Norman, Pete Dye, Tom Fazio, Davis Love III
  • 27-acre golf practice facility — one of the largest driving ranges on the East Coast — chipping and putting greens, lights for night practice, adjacent bar and grill
  • Two deep-water marinas — public and private marina on the ICW with boat rentals, jet ski rentals, kayaks, and private slip options
  • Barefoot Landing — 150-plus shops, restaurants, Alabama Theatre, House of Blues, Alligator Adventure — directly adjacent via the resort's historic swing bridge over the ICW

What Are the Units Like Inside Cypress Bend?

Cypress Bend units are golf villas built to a consistent open concept floor plan with architectural details and interior configurations that accommodate primary residents, second home buyers, and vacation rental guests equally well.

Standard Cypress Bend unit features:

  • Open floor plan — living, dining, and kitchen integrated
  • Vaulted ceilings in the great room — top floor units especially
  • Fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, oven, stovetop, microwave
  • In-unit washer and dryer — full-size on most units
  • Two full bathrooms on 2 bedroom configurations
  • Split bedroom layout — primary and guest bedrooms separated
  • Private screened porch or balcony with golf course or pond view
  • Ceiling fans throughout
  • Smart TVs and high-speed WiFi infrastructure
  • Storage within units — closets and built-in storage

Common upgrades in current listings:

  • LVP flooring in main living areas and bedrooms replacing original carpet
  • Updated kitchens — new appliances, updated cabinetry, fresh backsplash
  • Updated bathrooms — new vanities, tile upgrades, modern fixtures
  • Full beach-themed or contemporary coastal renovation packages on luxury units
  • New HVAC systems and hot water heaters on updated properties
  • Flooring and paint credits offered by sellers on select listings as move-in incentives
  • Fully furnished and turnkey packages on investment-oriented listings

Building position matters in Cypress Bend:

  • Top floor end units — vaulted ceilings, maximum natural light, best views, no footsteps above
  • Ground floor end units — direct screened porch access, easiest load-in and load-out for vacation rentals
  • Golf course facing units — across from the Norman 12th hole or 4th tee box — the premium view positions
  • Pond view units — natural water feature views from screened porches — quieter position

Is Cypress Bend at Barefoot Resort a Good Investment?

Cypress Bend is one of the strongest entry-level investment options in all of Barefoot Resort — four specific advantages make it consistently compelling for investors.

  1. Short-term rentals are explicitly permitted. Cypress Bend allows short-term vacation rentals with an active and established rental market operating through vacation rental platforms year-round. Golf vacation guests, families, and couples generate consistent demand. Some Cypress Bend listings are specifically marketed as proven income producers with documented rental history.

  2. Entry prices from $190,000 create the lowest cash-on-cash entry in the resort. With 1 bedroom units starting around $190,000, Cypress Bend offers the most accessible investment entry point of any Barefoot Resort condo community with full amenity access. The combination of low entry price, permitted STR, and sustained vacation rental demand creates cash-on-cash return calculations that compete favorably with higher-priced alternatives in the resort.

  3. The seasonal shuttle is among the most comprehensive in the resort. The complimentary shuttle running 7 days a week May through Labor Day — and weekends only through October — is a specific operational feature that vacation rental guests consistently cite as a convenience advantage. The shuttle stops at Barefoot Landing upon request and picks up at multiple resort locations — making it genuinely useful rather than a nominal service.

  4. The BBQ grilling area adds rental appeal. Vacation rental guests who rent Cypress Bend units consistently cite the pool-and-BBQ combination as a highlight of their stay — enabling outdoor cooking and social gathering that comparable Barefoot Resort condo communities without BBQ facilities cannot offer. This amenity combination is a specific and searchable rental advantage.

How Does Cypress Bend Compare to Other Barefoot Resort Condo Communities?

Cypress Bend is the most versatile entry-level condo option in Barefoot Resort — the widest bedroom configuration range, the lowest price entry point, and a BBQ and hot tub amenity package that comparable communities do not offer.

Cypress Bend vs. Arbor Trace — Both are neighboring golf villa communities on Oyster Catcher Drive with Norman course views at comparable price points. Cypress Bend wins on configuration variety — 1, 2, and occasional 3 bedroom units versus Arbor Trace's exclusive 2 bedroom configuration. Cypress Bend wins on BBQ grilling area and hot tub. Arbor Trace wins on the all-inclusive HOA coverage including cable, internet, water, sewer, and pest control — and on the exterior storage closet included with every unit. Both permit STR. See the complete Arbor Trace guide.

Cypress Bend vs. Ironwood — Ironwood at Barefoot Resort offers 2 and 3 bedroom units with golf views and sports courts — tennis, pickleball, basketball, volleyball. Ironwood wins on sports amenity infrastructure. Cypress Bend wins on price accessibility — 1 bedroom units from $190,000 versus Ironwood's higher entry — and on the BBQ grilling area. See the complete Ironwood guide.

Cypress Bend vs. Greenbriar — Greenbriar at Barefoot Resort is a comparable golf course condo community at similar price points. Both are worth considering for buyers targeting entry-level Barefoot Resort condo ownership. Search Greenbriar listings. See the complete Barefoot Resort neighborhoods guide.

What to Know Before Buying at Cypress Bend Barefoot Resort

Three things every Cypress Bend buyer should address before making an offer:

  1. Confirm building and unit position before visiting. Top floor end units, golf course facing units, and ground floor end units are all meaningfully different experiences despite being in the same complex at similar prices. Always confirm what the screened porch overlooks and what floor the unit is on before scheduling a showing. The 4th tee box facing units and 12th hole facing units are the premium view positions in Cypress Bend.

  2. Confirm STR eligibility and current rental history. Short-term rentals are currently permitted at Cypress Bend — confirm current HOA rules during your South Carolina due diligence period. If purchasing for investment income, request any available rental income history from the current owner before making an offer. Some Cypress Bend listings include documented rental income histories. See the complete guide to making an offer.

  3. Understand condo financing requirements. Condo purchases require the project to be warrantable for conventional financing — have your lender confirm Cypress Bend qualifies for your specific loan type before making an offer. FHA and VA financing eligibility should also be confirmed. Start your mortgage pre-approval.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cypress Bend at Barefoot Resort Condos for Sale

What is Cypress Bend at Barefoot Resort in North Myrtle Beach SC?

Cypress Bend at Barefoot Resort is a condominium community at 5750 Oyster Catcher Drive in Barefoot Resort North Myrtle Beach SC — featuring 1, 2, and occasional 3 bedroom golf villas with Greg Norman course and pond views from private screened porches. The community has a private pool, hot tub, and BBQ grilling area. Short-term rentals are permitted. Prices range from approximately $190,000 for 1 bedroom units to $300,000-plus for premium renovated 2 and 3 bedroom configurations.

How much do condos cost at Cypress Bend Barefoot Resort?

Prices range from approximately $190,000 for 1 bedroom entry units to over $300,000 for premium renovated 2 bedroom luxury villas and rare 3 bedroom units. The core 2 bedroom market runs $207,000–$265,000. See current listings.

Are short-term rentals allowed at Cypress Bend?

Yes — short-term vacation rentals are permitted at Cypress Bend. The community has an active STR market with many units listed on vacation rental platforms year-round. Confirm current HOA rules during due diligence as policies can change.

Does Cypress Bend have a BBQ grilling area?

Yes — Cypress Bend has a dedicated outdoor BBQ grilling area adjacent to the community pool. Combined with the private pool and hot tub, this creates the most complete outdoor community social amenity package of any entry-level condo complex in Barefoot Resort.

What views do Cypress Bend units have?

Most Cypress Bend units are positioned across from the 12th hole of the Greg Norman course — with golf course and pond views from the private screened porch. Premium units overlook the 4th tee box of the Norman course. Always confirm the specific view position before purchasing.

Is Cypress Bend a good investment?

Yes — Cypress Bend delivers strong investment fundamentals through permitted STR, entry prices from $190,000, the BBQ and pool amenity combination that rental guests value, and Barefoot Resort's sustained vacation demand. Some listings include documented rental income histories. Confirm projections with a local property management company.

How does the beach shuttle work at Cypress Bend?

The complimentary seasonal shuttle runs 7 days a week from May through Labor Day weekend — weekends only through October. It picks up at multiple resort locations, stops at the golf driving range and Barefoot Landing upon request, and runs approximately every hour starting at 9am. The shuttle delivers residents and guests to Barefoot Resort's private oceanfront beach cabana.

What is the difference between Cypress Bend and Arbor Trace?

Both are golf villa communities on the same street with similar Norman course views and price ranges. Cypress Bend at 5750 Oyster Catcher Drive offers 1, 2, and occasional 3 bedroom units plus a BBQ grilling area and hot tub. Arbor Trace at 6015 Catalina Drive offers exclusively 2 bedroom units with an all-inclusive HOA covering cable, internet, water, sewer, pest control, and an exterior storage closet per unit. Both permit STR.

What schools serve Cypress Bend Barefoot Resort?

Ocean Drive Elementary, North Myrtle Beach Middle School, and North Myrtle Beach High School — all in the Horry County Schools district. Confirm current zone assignments at horrycountyschools.net before purchasing.

How far is Cypress Bend from the beach?

Approximately 1 to 2 miles from the Atlantic Ocean. The complimentary seasonal shuttle runs from the resort to the private Barefoot Resort oceanfront beach cabana — 7 days a week May through Labor Day weekend. All Cypress Bend residents have access to the private cabana with gated parking.


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