Cashiers, NC (July 14, 2017) – Sale of the famed High Hampton Inn has concluded between the McKee family, Arlington Family Offices, and Daniel Communities. Daniel Communities led the acquisition process on behalf of Arlington and its client families and will manage the historic property going forward. Acquisition of the iconic mountain resort which, the McKee family opened in 1922, included the historic inn and grounds, golf course and 1,050 acres of related hospitality and real estate assets.
“There is no deeper obligation Becky and I have than to the health and success of High Hampton Inn. We know that for High Hampton Inn to thrive, it is time to entrust the property to new ownership who is properly capitalized and fully convicted to perpetuating the success of High Hampton Inn for generations to come,” said High Hampton Inn President Will McKee. “We have not only high confidence in Daniel’s expertise and vision for High Hampton Inn but also the financial support of Arlington and its client families who share the same values and vision for the future of High Hampton Inn.”
Daniel Communities is one of the country’s leading developers and managers of premier destination resort communities including the renowned golf and lake resort, Reynolds Lake Oconee and Ritz Carlton Lodge. Daniel is one of the most recognized and trusted names in real estate with a heritage that spans nearly 60 years. Headquartered in Birmingham, Ala., Daniel Communities has created and managed some of the most iconic and transformative properties in the southeast.
“The McKee family has been faithful stewards of High Hampton Inn for three generations, and our vision is to honor and build upon the legacy,” said Daniel Communities President John Gunderson. “We plan to maintain continuity with what makes High Hampton special and work closely with all stakeholders to ensure we fully understand the priorities and opportunities to elevate the guest and homeowner experience for generations to come.”
Since its founding in 1998, Arlington Family Offices have become one of the nation’s leading multi-family offices. Based in Birmingham and Nashville, Arlington serves high net worth families in the United States, Europe and Canada. As part of its family office services, Arlington provides investment, trust, tax, planning, record keeping and administration services to its clients. It periodically acquires strategic real estate and business assets that offer legacy and value creation opportunities and align with the generational investment goals of its clients.
“We are honored by the trust the McKee family has put in us,” said Arlington’s General Counsel Stephen Rowe. “High Hampton is a special asset and a unique opportunity for our client families. We look forward to carrying on the legacy of High Hampton but also to making important improvements that will allow High Hampton to succeed for the next 100 years.”
