Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
 
Hilton Head Island, SC is the second largest barrier island in the Atlantic Ocean, totaling approximately twevle miles in length and almost five miles wide. The island is located in Beaufort County at the Southeastern Tip of South Carolina, between Charleston, SC and Savannah, GA.

Hilton Head offers a semi-tropical climate with an environmentally conscience resort environment. Activities are boundless with world class golfing, tennis, and beaches being the signature items.

 

Hilton Head South Carolina Homes for Sale
Looking for a home on Hilton Head Island or Bluffton, SC for a primary residence and/or investment property?

Our homes guide is a comprehensive resource for area information and the Hilton Head Island SC Real Estate Market both residental and commercial - including schools, recreation, and community statistics.
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Sea Pines - Established in 1956, Sea Pines was Hilton Head's first true plantation community and is also the largest plantation on the Island. Sea Pines Plantation is home to Harbour Town Marina and is made up of more than 5,475 acres including residential villas/condo and residential homes, three golf courses (Sea Pines Ocean Course, Sea Marsh Course, and the famous Harbour Town Golf Links), Sea Pines Forest Preserve, and Equestrian Center ~ Lawton Stables, winding lagoons, marshlands, and parks. Sea Pines Real Estate For Sale - Hilton Head SC Real Estate: Condo/Villa prices begin around $275,000 thru $2.2 million. Sea Pines homes for sale start about $380,000 thru $11,000,000.

Palmetto Dunes - This is Island's top resort area for both residential and vacation rental property. The plantation is home to the Marriott Beach and Tennis Resort & Hilton Hotel, however, most of the private condos / villas and homes are separated from the public entrance, Palmetto Dunes has a large selection of luxury oceanfront villas. Residents have access to 3 miles of beautiful, white sand beach, three championship golf courses including Robert Trent Jones, George Fazio, Arthur Hills , as well great tennis facilities. In addition, just across Hwy. 278 is Shelter Cove Marina with boat slips, condominiums, shopping and great dining. . Palmetto Dunes Real Estate For Sale - Hilton Head Island SC Realty - Lots range from around $245,000-$3,925,000 (oceanfront). Palmetto Dunes Homes for Sale run from $600,000-$6.5 million. Villas are priced from $250,000 to more than $4.5 million.

Shipyard Plantation - Located on the southern end of Hilton Head Island, Shipyard Plantation's dimensions are approximately 1/3 the size of Palmetto Dunes and 1/5 the size of Sea Pines. Shipyard has a high concentration of both vacation rental properties as well as private residences. One of the benefits that residents enjoy is the central location to the Island's most popular shopping, dining, and white sandy beaches. The Tennis Center (Van Der Meer) is ranked as one of the world's best 50 tennis resort while the Shipyard Golf Club, a three 9-hole golf course, is former host of Senior PGA Tour Tournaments. Shipyard Plantation Real Estate for Sale - Hilton Head Condos for Sale - Villas prices range from $220,000 to $450,000. Shipyard Homes for Sale prices range from $325,000 to to $1,550,000+.

Long Cove Club - Long Cove is a gated, private community consisting of approximately 630 acres of residential homes, a top-ranked golf course (The Long Cove Golf Club), boating, and tennis facilities. The plantation is positioned directly on Broad Creek. Residents receive a membership to the facilities and also annual dues for use and maintenance of amenities and roads. Long Cove Real Estate for Sale - Home prices begin in the $430s and move up through $4,500,000 million. Current Lot prices range from $274,000-$810,000.

Wexford Plantation - Wexford is an exclusive private gated community located on the southern end of Hilton Head Island. This luxurious plantation offers great golfing and boating facilities along with an intricate system of locks and canals that allow owners to dock boats in their own backyards. Resident pay an annual fee to cover roads, security, and amenities. Wexford Plantation Real Estate for Sale - Wexford Homes for Sale prices being around $500,000 through 6,000,000. Lot prices range begin around $135,000 and move up through $2,000,000.

Port Royal Plantation - Port Royal is located mid-island and the residential community is completely private and separate from it's resort area and the Westin Hotel. Only long-term rentals are allowed. This less quiet neighborhood appeal is one of the draws for many along with upscale amenities and beachfront homes. Port Royal Plantation Real Estate For Sale - Hilton Head South Carolina Real Estate: Homes range in price from $525,000 to over $6,000,000

Palmetto Hall - Conveniently located mid-island, Palmetto Hall is an all-residential community and home to two great 18-hole golf courses (Arthur Hills, Robert Cupp). Amenities also include a Southern Style Clubhouse, tennis courts, swimming pools and a recreation facility. Palmetto Hall Real Estate for Sale - Hilton Head Houses for Sale: Home prices range from $565,000 to over $1 million while lot prices start around $275,000 and move up through $500,000.

Hilton Head Plantation - Hilton Head Plantation is the Island's 2nd largest community behind Sea Pines, is the most mainstream-neighborhood residential area on Hilton Head SC. The plantation consists of over 4,150 wooded acres and is located at the northern end of the Island. Amenities include include four great golf courses (including semi-public are Country Club of Hilton Head & Oyster Reef), numerous tennis facilities, Dolphin Head Park (includes beach area), pools, equestrian facilities, and Skull Creek Marina. The residents of Hilton Head Plantation enjoy great sunsets and wonderful views of the Intercoastal Waterway. Well planned and maintained, this active family-community is made up of full-sized and patio home sites. Hilton Head Plantation Real Estate for Sale - Current Home prices range from $280,000 up through $3.2 million while a limited number of lots start around $225,000.

Indigo Run - Hilton Head Island's newest private residential golf community is located on the northern end and encompasses around 1,750 acres. When completed, Indigo Run will consist of approximately 1400 residences. The plantation has two great golf courses including Golden Bear Golf Course, designed by Golden Bear Design Associates, a Jack Nicklaus company. In addition, The Golf Club at Indigo Run is a members-only golf course and includes a clubhouse and a complete selection of recreational facilities. Indigo Run Real Estate For Sale- Homes begin around $465,000 and move up through $3,255,000 while home sites start in the early $200s and run up through $825.000+.

Spanish Wells - Spanish Well (385 acres) is one of most exclusive areas on Hilton Head, with total water front privacy. Waterway views include waterway, golf-course and wooded. Brahm's Point, an small piece of land refered to as the "The Spanish Wells Peninsula", occupies some of the island's most magnificant homes. Owners enjoy tremendous views of Broad Creek as well as the open waters of the Calibogue and the Inter costal Water way. Amenities include a semi-private nine-hole golf course as well as a private pool complex. Spanish Wells Real Estate for Sale - Homes begin around $410K and move up through $15 million. A limited selection of lots begin at around $1,150,000 and continue up through $5,000,000.

Windmill Harbor - Located just over the bridge on Hilton Head, Windmill Harbor is an exclusive private, gated residential community consisting of approximately 168 acres and around 500 residences. The community lies against the Inter coastal Waterway and offers beautiful water-based and marsh views. The Plantation is home to the members-only South Carolina Yacht Club, a 15-acre advanced inland harbor. Amenities include a sports center offering four clay tennis courts, saunas, jacuzzis, a pro shop and an olympic-size swimming pool. Windmill Harbor Real Estate For Sale - Hilton Head Property for Sale - Current home prices start around $432,000 up through 4,000,000+ while home sites begin around $175,000 to over $1,000,000. Condominium prices begin around $445,000 and and range to over $915,000.

 

Hilton Head Rentals Guide

Sea Pines Rentals - including condos / villas and homes with oceanfront, beach and golf-oriented, and marina (Harbour Town Rentals and South Beach) views.

Sea Pines Resort is Hilton Head's original resort plantation, located on the Island 's southern most tip. Sea Pines lies against five miles of beautiful white sandy beachline and is intersected by salt water marshes and winding lagoons.

The resort was developed in 1956 by Charles Fraser, whose vision was to create a community that was one with its natural environment. This played out dream served as a benchmark for not only additional communities on Hilton Head, creating one of the most unique atmospheres anywhere in the world.

Today, Sea Pines Plantation offers outstanding facilities and amenities for their guests including endless self-contained activities, shopping, and recreation. more>

Palmetto Dunes Rentals - including condos / villas and homes with oceanfront, beach and golf-oriented, and marina (Shelter Cove Harbor Rentals) views.

Located mid-island across directly across from Shelter Cove Harbor off of Hwy 278, the Palmetto Dunes Resort has become an extremely popular destination for vacationing on Hilton Head Island . The resort itself encompasses over 2000 beautiful acres and has been named one of the top 50 resorts in the United States by Conde Nast Traveler. more>

Shipard Plantation Rentals - including condos / villas and homes with beach and golf-oriented views

Shipyard Plantation – Shipyard Plantation is the smallest resort on the Island , yet offers great options for the vacationer in a more reclusive setting. Shipyard offers access to some of the most beautiful beachline on Hilton Head, while the interior of the plantation is surrounded by trees draped in Spanish moss as well as panoramic golf and lagoon views. Among the live oaks and pines, are many varieties of wildlife including snowy egrets, blue herons, turtles, and alligator to include a few.

Forest Beach Rentals -

Forest Beach is an ungated section comprised of two separate areas which are divided by Coligny Circle . This area runs directly along the Atlantic Ocean and offers a large sandy white beach, especially at lower tides.

The South Forest Beach Area is approximately 1.5 miles, stretching from CC to Sea Pines entrance. From the circle, the first part of South Forest Beach Drive is probably the most dense area of Hilton Head Rentals - including oceanfront condos and beach-oriented villas and townhomes found anywhere on the island. The second half of South Forest is made of beach homes of all shapes and sizes.

With the exception of a few condominium complexes just off of Coligny Circle, North Forest Beach accommodations are virtually all Hilton Head beach house rentals. The area stretches from Coligny Circle down to the edge of Shipyard and the Crowe Plaza Resort.

Folly Field Rentals

Folly Field is located in the middle of Hilton Head Island past Palmetto Dunes Plantation on the right as you are heading to the mainland. The area consists of Hilton Head beach home rentals along with a couple of condo /villa complexes – including Hilton Head Beach and Tennis Resort. HHBTR located against the ocean while most of the beach houses are simply steps away.
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Hilton Head Island Information --

The Chamber is located mid-island just before Shelter Cove Harbor on the right-hand side Hwy. 278 if you are heading towards the bridge. Town Hall is located on the north end of the island - there you can get your yearly beach passes as well as business licences.

The Hilton Head Airport is strictly for commuter planes. If you are interested in flying in the larger commericial planes the International Savannah Airport accomodates then you will have approximately a 30-45 minute drive to the HHI bridge. Lowcountry Adventures offers transportation regularly via shuttles to and from the Savannah, GA Airport

HHI is known for it's terrific climate and a great way to enjoy it is through the outdoor activies that Outside Hilton Head can provide - from kayaking to eco tours. Another popular spot is the Salty Dog Cafe, located in South Beach in Sea Pines Plantation. South Beach offers a great selection of dining and shopping outlets for the family.

Hilton Head offers many different options for students, especially from K-12. Private: Hilton Head Prep is a co-educational day school with 400 students in first through twelfth grades. Prep is an independent school whose mission is to prepare students in a safe environment for the most selective colleges. Hilton Head Christian Academy is a non-denominational Christian school for students grades K-12. Both schools have a great reputation of producing great students and individuals.