5 Exceptional South Carolina Estates from Lakefront to Lowcountry

Along the water’s edge on Peninsula Ridge within Old Edwards Reserve at Lake Keowee, this lakefront homesite captures a rare blend of privacy and long-range water views. Set on a quiet peninsula, a gentle slope draws you naturally toward the shoreline, creating an easy, everyday connection to the lake while offering an ideal setting for a custom residence that feels both elevated and inviting. Already in place are a covered slip dock and a rare sandy beach, establishing an immediate sense of arrival. Approximately 280 feet of riprapped shoreline adds lasting protection and definition to the waterfront. Custom architectural plans by Gabriel Builders have been thoughtfully created to embrace the site’s topography and maximize the views. Beyond the homesite, Old Edwards Reserve residents enjoy a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, full-service marina, lakefront dining, walking trails, fitness amenities, and a lively club atmosphere.

Size: 1.00 acres

Along the water’s edge on Hilton Head Island, this very private residence unfolds across 1.26 acres with 199 feet of waterfront. Panoramic views of the ocean, sound, lagoon, and golf course are framed from every room, creating a constant sense of motion and light throughout multiple living and dining areas. A chef’s kitchen anchors daily life with Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Miele appliances, while elegant interiors bring texture and craft through cypress ceilings with rosewood inlays and white oak flooring with teak inlays. Outside, a resort-style oasis sets the pace: a heated pool and spa, fire pit, cooking area, and pool house invite long afternoons that drift into evening. A theater room, wine room, game room, and 4-car garage round out a home designed for both retreat and gathering.

Originally built in 1915 as the Wilson-Cochran House, 173 Tradd Street has witnessed more than a century of Charleston life, with enduring details that still set the tone today. Inside, oak floors anchor the rooms with quiet warmth, while paneled walls and coffered ceilings lend a sense of structure and rhythm. The home’s materiality feels deliberate and time-tested, creating a backdrop that suits both everyday living and more formal moments. Outdoors, a private courtyard offers a sheltered place to step away from the day, and a rooftop terrace extends living space upward for open-air pauses and evening light. Set in Charleston, this is a residence where history is not preserved behind glass, but lived with—ready for its next chapter.

Beyond private gates on approximately 54 acres in Saint Matthews, this estate is defined by exceptional privacy, long sightlines, and the calm of a rural setting. Open fields and wooded buffers frame a 4,958-square-foot residence with six bedrooms, five full baths, and two half baths, arranged in a warm, welcoming layout that suits everyday living as easily as hosting. Generous living spaces flow to a standout entertainment room complete with a full kitchenette—an easy hub for gatherings, recreation, or future customization. For those drawn to aviation, the property’s private runway blends naturally into the landscape and supports a variety of aircraft, offering the freedom to arrive and depart on your own schedule. Just beyond the home, a 60′ × 70′ hangar with a 50′ door, office, and additional half bath adds substantial enclosed space for aircraft, vehicles, equipment, or workshop needs—an uncommon canvas for a self-directed life.

Set on approximately 4.5 acres with a grand arrival drive and wooded backdrop, this 2024 custom French Country estate pairs timeless craftsmanship with high-performance infrastructure. A bricked courtyard and covered porte-cochere lead to a dramatic foyer anchored by a statement floating spiral staircase. In the coffered great room, a gas fireplace and disappearing TV set an easy tone for evenings in, while the flow to expansive outdoor living makes entertaining feel effortless. The chef’s kitchen is professionally appointed with a Wolf 6-burner gas range with dual griddle and double ovens, Sub-Zero refrigeration, a wine refrigerator, and a substantial butler’s pantry with additional Sub-Zero refrigeration and more. The main-level primary suite offers its own gas fireplace, spa-style shower/tub wet room, and an exceptional walk-in closet. Upstairs adds a theatre room, entertainment lounge, and a covered porch with gas fireplace—ideal for lingering after dark.