$1,600,000
PENDING

3227 Sutherland Bluff Dr NE Townsend, GA 31331

Estimated payment $9,504/month

Total Views 383
4 Beds
4.5 Baths
5,051 Sq Ft
$317 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Docks
  • River Access
  • RV Access or Parking
  • On Golf Course
  • In Ground Pool
  • Gated Community

About This Home

Introducing an exquisite opportunity to own an unparalleled deep-water estate on the Georgia Coast. Nestled within the prestigious gated community of Sutherland Bluff, this remarkable residence embodies the essence of coastal luxury living.
Set amidst a serene canopy of majestic live oaks and lush gardens, the property offers the rare combination of deep-water access at the back door and an award-winning golf course at the front. Architectural brilliance is evident throughout and panoramic river views that grace almost every room. Spanning more than 5,000 square feet, the interior has been thoughtfully designed for both elegance and functionality. Extensively renovated in 2012, the home features two master suites, including one on the main level for added convenience, along with a gourmet kitchen outfitted with high-end appliances, a formal dining room, a converted theatre and media room, a versatile home office or gym, and a bonus room with walk-up attic space located above the detached garage. Four bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bath, provide exceptional comfort and privacy, while abundant storage is available above the detached garage. Outdoors, the property unfolds like a private resort. Expansive patio and entertaining spaces overlook the river, complemented by a sparkling in-ground pool and spa. A detached three-plus car garage provides ample space for vehicles, golf carts, and recreational gear. The waterfront is every boater’s dream, with a large deep-water dock offering a low tide depth of 20 feet, a screen enclosure, an extended floating dock, and a boat lift all providing seamless access to the Intracoastal Waterway and Sapelo Sound within minutes. The estate is further enhanced by a protective sea wall, ensuring both beauty and privacy, while residents are treated daily to magical sunrises, enchanting sunsets, and the tranquility of a true coastal oasis.
Life in Sutherland Bluff is equally captivating, with amenities that include a community dock with deep-water access, a pool, clubhouse, fitness center, and tennis and pickleball courts. Residents may also enjoy golf or social membership at the scenic Sapelo Hammock Golf Club, creating opportunities for recreation and connection in a breathtaking natural setting. Perfectly positioned between Savannah and the Golden Isles, this estate offers an idyllic retreat, whether cherished as a primary residence or treasured as a vacation sanctuary, and is certain to captivate the most discerning of buyers.

Listing Agent

Kate Pontello Karwacki

Seaboard Real Estate, Inc. DAR License #295090 Listed on: 09/11/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,643

Year Built

  • Built in 1990

Lot Details

  • 1.48 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Property fronts a freeway
  • On Golf Course
  • No Unit Above or Below
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • 0072E 0038
  • Zoning described as County,Res Single

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking
  • RV Access or Parking

Property Views

  • River
  • Golf Course

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Shake Siding
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • 5,051 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wired For Data
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Hall
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • River Access
  • Docks
  • Open Patio

Location

  • Property is near a golf course

Schools

  • Todd Grant Elementary School
  • Mcintosh Middle School
  • Mcintosh Academy High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0072E 0039

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include road maintenance
  • Sutherland Bluff Subdivision

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,643

Year Built

Built in 1990

Lot Details

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Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lease Assignable: No
  • Road Frontage Type: Golf Course
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.48
  • Lot Size: ,,,
  • Road Frontage Type: Freeway, Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Subdivision Name: Sutherland Bluff
  • Directions: From Eulonia - Proceed North onto US Hwy. 17 at the 4 way caution light - traveling North for approx. 2.5 miles - you will turn right or east onto Pine Harbor Rd NE - and then a slight left back onto Shellman Bluff Road NE - proceed NE for apprx. 6.8 miles until you arrive at the three way stop in Shellman Bluff - you will turn right onto Sutherland Bluff Dr. NE - this will bring you to the gates at Sutherland Bluff Plantation - gate code is required, it is not opened to the public. Once inside the neighborhood, home will be located on the left side of the road, see sign.
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Spa Features: Hot Tub
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range Hood
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, Cable TV, Wired for Data
  • Living Area: 5051.0
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Level, On Golf Course, Subdivision, Near Golf Course
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Pool
  • View: Golf Course, Other, Residential, River, Water
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Boat Dock/Slip, Deep Water, Water Access, River Access
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Disclosures: Covenants/Restrictions Disclosure
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Common Walls: No One Above, No One Below, No Common Walls
  • Construction Type: Brick, HardiPlank Type, Shake Siding
  • Exterior Features: Dock, Paved Driveway
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Open, Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: Covered, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Level, Off Street, Paved, RearSideOff Street, Storage, RV Access/Parking
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.0

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: In Bathroom, In Hall, Laundry Room, Laundry Tub, Sink, Upper Level, Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Private, Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Gated, Dock
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Road Maintenance

Schools

  • Elementary School: Todd Grant Elementary
  • High School: McIntosh Academy
  • Middle Or Junior School: McIntosh Middle

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Additional Parcels Description: 0072E 0038
  • Parcel #: 0072E 0039
  • Zoning Description: County,Res Single

Rental Info

  • Lease Term: None

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $12,643 $450,268 $60,000 $390,268
2023 $12,027 $426,548 $60,000 $366,548
2022 $10,409 $368,428 $60,000 $308,428
2021 $7,945 $298,988 $60,000 $238,988
2020 $481 $323,868 $90,000 $233,868
2019 $1,262 $343,428 $90,000 $253,428
2018 $8,339 $313,788 $90,000 $223,788
2017 $8,975 $299,868 $90,000 $209,868
2016 $8,121 $299,868 $90,000 $209,868
2015 $6,530 $240,455 $90,000 $150,456
2014 $6,542 $240,456 $90,000 $150,456
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/17/2025 09/17/25 Pending -- -- --
09/11/2025 09/11/25 For Sale $1,600,000 -- $317 / Sq Ft
Source: Golden Isles Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Deed $265,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $416,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $151,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $764,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $750,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Golden Isles Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1656377

Golden Isles Association of REALTORS®

APN: 0072E-0039