5 South Carolina Waterfront and Acreage Retreats from Edisto to Keowee

Along the water’s edge on Edisto Island, this residence is introduced as a “deepwater masterpiece” within the exclusive Bailey Island Club. The listing highlights a dock and a pool—rare lifestyle anchors that frame days around the water, easy departures by boat, and unhurried afternoons outdoors. With its setting on Glascow Island Loop, the address places you in a distinctly coastal corner of South Carolina, where the pace feels quieter and the horizon does the talking. The description keeps the focus on a simple promise: a home defined by deepwater access and curated community surroundings, designed for living in step with tide and weather. Morning coffee can start dockside; evenings settle in by the pool, with the day’s last light reflecting off the water.

Within the private, gated community of The Hammocks on Edisto Island, this custom-built coastal estate offers a rare multi-lot setting just 2 miles from Edisto Beach. The residence spans three total lots—its homesite plus a buildable second lot with an existing community sewer tap—creating options for a future family compound or guest cottage. Inside, 3,000+ square feet of refined living unfolds with 10-foot ceilings and 100-year-old heart pine floors underfoot. A main-floor owner’s suite features a spa bath, while the gourmet kitchen pairs granite counters with a gas range and Bosch dishwasher. Dual fireplaces anchor the interiors, and wraparound porches, a screened porch, and a generous sun deck extend daily life outdoors. Sweeping ocean, marsh, and creek views provide a constant coastal backdrop.

Along the pristine shores of Lake Keowee, this custom residence enjoys a private position in a deep-water cove just off the main channel within The Cliffs at Keowee Falls South. A winding approach introduces freshly enhanced wood detailing, smooth river rock accents, and terraced landscaping. Inside, a dramatic post-and-beam great room with soaring ceilings, copper accents, and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace is framed by walls of glass that open to expansive rear outdoor living spaces. The gourmet kitchen pairs custom cherry cabinetry with Thermador appliances, a walk-in pantry, and an integrated workspace, while the adjacent dining area connects to a side porch with its own fireplace. Year-round lake living continues on a screened porch with Eze Breeze windows, a covered deck reaching the primary suite, and a fire pit terrace above the water, with a gently sloping path to a covered dock.

Surrounded by approximately 20 acres of towering trees, rolling pastures, and private hedgerows, this Blythewood estate balances a lovely rural setting with convenient access to shopping, schools, interstates, airports, and South Carolina’s capital city. Inside the five-bedroom residence, high ceilings and Australian cypress floors set a refined tone, while an abundance of closets and storage keeps daily life effortlessly organized. The large, inviting kitchen opens to spacious living areas that move easily from one room to the next, designed for both quiet routines and full-house gatherings. Outdoors, multiple patios and porches extend the living space, anchored by a stone fireplace and a gorgeous infinity pool—an easy backdrop for sunset evenings with family and friends. An additional approximately 24 adjoining acres with a shared pond is available separately, inviting even more room to roam.

Along the water’s edge on Palmetto Boulevard, this turn-key oceanfront cottage has been immaculately maintained and never rented, pairing coastal décor with modern peace of mind. An open-concept living area with vaulted ceilings opens directly to an expansive oceanfront deck, where a shaded gazebo sets the tone for slow mornings and long, salty afternoons. Stellar sunrises and moon rises play out over an eight-mile, shell-strewn beach made for walking and unwinding. Three of the four spacious bedrooms face the sea, each with private sliders leading out to the deck. Thoughtful updates bring everything current, including a new metal roof, siding, paint, LVP flooring, and an HVAC system with new ductwork, along with refreshed fixtures. A four-car paved carport supports easy arrivals—and easy departures by foot or bike to local dining and shops.