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A posh gated community on the May River
Palmetto Bluff has been a playground for the rich and famous since its inception in the early 1900s. Its 32 miles of riverfront and secluded Lowcountry landscape initially attracted some of New York’s most elite families, including the Vanderbilts. Today, Maria Skrip says, “it’s still just as exclusive.” Skrip, a local broker and co-owner of RE/MAX Dream, says, “There’s a huge five-diamond hotel over there called The Montage. It has this beautiful spa that I’ve actually been to, and I mean, wow - it is very posh.” In fact, she adds, “Haley and Justin Bieber got married in the little chapel right there a couple years back.” Around the hotel, there are a couple of riverside restaurants and a neighborhood market, but it’s mostly riverfront homes and Lowcountry recreation in Palmetto Bluff. “It’s a little off the beaten path, but that’s what makes it so ultra-exclusive,” Skrip says. “There’s nowhere else in Beaufort County quite like Palmetto Bluff.”
Montage Palmetto Bluff is a five-star Hotel that is sure to please with its amenities.
Buffalos is one of the restaurants in Palmetto Bluff.
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Classic Lowcountry architectural styles with a contemporary twist
Palmetto Bluff is divided into two subdivisions featuring English, French and Greek architecture with a contemporary twist. Renowned developers, the South Street Brothers began developing the luxury gated community in the early 2000s. They started with Wilson Village. Outlined with neatly laid, red-brick sidewalks, this section includes the Montage Hotel and May River Golf Course. Its more traditional, Southern-style homes feature deep front porches that blend in among moss-draped oaks. Moreland Village is a bit more contemporary, with most homes built after 2015. Lower sloping roofs and larger windows highlight the waterfront and marshland views. In terms of flooding, Skrip says, “It’s kind of a mixed bag of tricks in there.” She adds, “Pretty much – if it’s a waterfront property, it’s probably going to require flood insurance.” As of 2024, Palmetto Bluff’s annual POA fees were just over $11,500, along with an additional $40,000 one-time initiation fee. The listing prices demonstrate it’s “ultra exclusivity,” Skrip says. “I’d be surprised if you can find anything under a million in there.” She’s right. Besides the empty land lots, which start at $500,000, most of the listings in Palmetto Bluff range between $1.5 million and $5 million.
There are so many beautiful homes in Palmetto Bluff, some have beautiful red brick sidewalks.
The May River Golf Course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and is loved by many golfers.
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Premier equestrian facilities and riverfront golf courses
From premier golf courses and resort-style pools to bass fishing and boating, Palmetto Bluff offers some of the South’s finest outdoor recreation. Jack Nicklaus carefully designed the eco-friendly Paspalum turf fairways at the May River Golf Club. Golfers can try a different way of playing on the new, reversible 9-hole course. The Wilson Lawn and Racquet Club has two croquet lawns, eight tennis courts, and six pickleball courts. “They’ve also got a shooting range and an equestrian center over there,” Skrip says. “I’ve actually sold several homes to real-deal horse people in Palmetto Bluff, and they all say the facilities are incredible.” The neighborhood stocks largemouth bass and bream in its manufactured lakes; but with 32 miles of riverfront and community boat docks, it’s easy for residents to set sail and spend a day deep sea fishing.
Longfield Stables is an equestrian riding facility that offers trail rides, lessons, and more.
Boats head out on the water for a day of fishing.
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Race through the Lowcountry at the annual Buffalo Run
The annual Buffalo Run is one of the biggest days of the year in Palmetto Bluff. Honoring the buffalo that used to live on the Bluff, the event features a 10K, 30K and 50K trail race through the Lowcountry land.
Canoe Club is a members and residents-only restaurant
Palmetto Bluff’s private farm supplies fresh produce for all the local restaurants. Residents and other club members can enjoy a fine dining experience right on the river at Canoe Club. Over in Moreland Village, Cole’s is another members-only restaurant with a 17-seat bar and big-screen televisions. Anyone can sit down and order a Lowcountry coastal dish at Buffalos. Fine meat cuts, fresh seafood and homemade pastries are found at RT’s Market. Reminiscent of an old general store, this neighborhood staple sells groceries and a long list of wines.
RT's provides food and gas to the residents and guests at Plantation Bluff.
At the Canoe Club, you can rent a Kayak or other watercraft to enjoy on the water.
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H.E. McCracken Middle has a STEAM Program
The Beaufort County School District serves Palmetto Bluff. Pritchardville Elementary earns a B-plus on Niche. H.E. McCracken Middle is an arts-integrated STEAM school that scores an A-minus. May River High also gets an A-minus. Its remodeled campus features a state-of-the-art media center with a central coffee café.
May River High School is a highly-rated High school.
H.E. McCracken Middle School strives to give the best education to their students
Pritchardville Elementary
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Take Old Palmetto Bluff Road to the highway
Old Palmetto Bluff Road leads outside the gates and connects to State Road 46. Also known as May River Road, SR 46 connects to Old Town Bluffton in about 10 miles and Hilton Head Island in about 20 miles. The highway links to Interstate 95, which runs north-south along the entire East Coast. From here, it’s just 30 miles to the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport.
In Old Town Bluffton, you find nice small shops with unique items.
The Savannah Hilton Head International Airport is a short drive down Interstate I-95.
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Palmetto Bluff Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton sell after 101 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Palmetto Bluff, Bluffton over the last 12 months is $2,400,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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