Palmetto Bluff Homes with Dock Exterior features

Welcome to Palmetto Bluff, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of South Carolina’s picturesque Lowcountry. Located in Beaufort County and just a stone's throw from Bluffton, this enchanting community offers an idyllic blend of coastal charm and Southern hospitality. Surrounded by lush landscapes, serene waterways, and majestic oak trees draped in Spanish moss, Palmetto Bluff is a haven for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle infused with nature's beauty.

One of the standout features of homes in this exclusive enclave is the availability of properties with dock exteriors. Imagine waking up each morning to the gentle sounds of the water and the soft rustle of leaves, stepping outside to your private dock where you can sip coffee while watching the sunrise over the marsh. These homes provide direct access to the pristine waters of the May River, making it easy to indulge in boating, fishing, or simply enjoying a leisurely afternoon on the water.

The architectural styles of Palmetto Bluff homes are as diverse as the residents who inhabit them, blending classic Southern designs with modern comforts. Each property is thoughtfully crafted to enhance the natural surroundings, featuring expansive porches, large windows, and outdoor living spaces that invite you to embrace the Lowcountry lifestyle.

In Palmetto Bluff, you’re not just buying a home; you’re investing in a lifestyle. With miles of walking trails, world-class amenities, and a vibrant community spirit, this enchanting region offers the perfect backdrop for creating lasting memories. Discover your dream home in Palmetto Bluff today, where every day feels like a vacation!

Newest Palmetto Bluff Homes with Dock Exterior features

$7,975,000

4 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 6,176 SqFt. ⋅ HILTONHEAD-510686 MLS

Welcome to 364 Waterfowl Road - an expansive Palmetto Bluff retreat set on over an acre of land on the beautiful inland waterway in the highly desirable River Road neighborhood. With sprawling views of the water, this home features endless opportunities for indoor and outdoor entertaining with its wrap-around porches, outdoor kitchen, large backyard and private dock to its expansive kitchen, scullery and great room, impressive wine room, wet bar and fully-equipped entertainment suite with pool table, media space, and more. With two primary suites downstairs and two additional suites upstairs, this home offers ample space for family and friends to enjoy gorgeous views and Lowcountry life. Filled with custom details and craftsmanship, this home offers a private and serene escape yet is close to all the Palmetto Bluff amenities, including the member-only pool, fitness center and trails. Don't miss out on Lowcountry luxury at its best!

364 Waterfowl Road, Bluffton

Listing courtesy of Charter One Realty.

$7,995,000

7 Beds ⋅ 9 Baths ⋅ 7,311 SqFt. ⋅ HILTONHEAD-500493 MLS

Ringed by the quiet serenity of untouched maritime forest, 11 Headwaters Road is a 7,311 square foot, fully furnished, seven-bedroom, eight-and-a-half bath family compound consisting of a main house, guest house and carriage house set on more than 24 acres in the blissfully secluded Headwaters community of Palmetto Bluff. Throughout the estate grounds you'll find quiet waterside beauty, deep enchanting forests, lushly landscaped gardens, outdoor living, a private covered dock, and its heart, a family home for generations. The craftsmanship of Johnson-Dulaney builders paired with architectural brilliance from Wayne Windham to create grand sweeping spaces that give everyone room to come together, dotted with quiet retreats for soaking in the Lowcountry's grandeur. In the main house, a soaring two-story great room anchors the home with reclaimed pine floors running toward a dramatic tabby fireplace that stretches to exposed beams. These beams carry into the airy formal dining and down to the open kitchen. Centered on a broad quartz center island, its six-burner gas range and plentiful counterspace and nearby wine cellar allow for even the largest family dinners. The main houses second floor also houses a bedroom as well as a full guest suite flanking an elevated sitting room, while the first floor is given over to the sprawling primary suite. A long gallery hall, which terminates in a pair of spacious offices with private baths, also leads to this blissful oasis. Enjoying private access to the screened patio, the primary suite indulges with gorgeous views of the property and amenities for two dual walk-in closets, and his-and-hers en suite baths. Such space is necessary in a property like this, where guests from the main house, guest house and carriage house will come together. Situated above the sprawling garage, with room for four cars, the carriage house offers full apartment living with expansive living room, kitchen and full suite with private bath. Anchored by a spacious living room with kitchenette, the guest house offers three bedrooms with spacious closets, two of which share a jack-and-jill bathroom with the third being a full suite. A private enclave of ten family compounds overlooking the beautiful May River, the gated Headwaters community is the ultimate location for privacy and seclusion.

11 Headwaters Road, Bluffton

Listing courtesy of Palmetto Bluff Real Estate Co.

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