Ad #7088420
MLS #502303
With a conceptual 25 homesites nestled along the pristine salt
70 Helmlys Rd, Bluffton, SC 29909
$27,000,000
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With a conceptual 25 homesites nestled along the pristine salt marshes of the Okatie River, there exists one of the last remaining legacy waterfront parcels of its kind. This development opportunity is two parcels, which combined total approximately 75 acres and offer more than 3,000 linear feet of deepwater and marsh frontage. With sweeping northeastern exposure, this rare property welcomes the sunrise across shimmering tidal creeks, unveiling a breathtaking Lowcountry landscape that feels secluded, storied, and timeless. Centuries-old live oaks, draped in Spanish moss, stand as sentinels to the land's enduring heritage. Although there exists an incredible potential for development, the property's scale, setting, and natural beauty make it a once-in-a-generation opportunity to also create a private estate or family compound unlike any other. Set in the heart of Bluffton yet enveloped in the serenity of secluded countryside, this land embodies the rare balance between accessibility and privacy. Expansive views of the Okatie's winding waterways and untouched marshlands create a sense of retreat that feels far removed from the everyday, while remaining just moments from Bluffton's charming historic district, fine dining, and vibrant community. With so few parcels of this magnitude remaining, opportunities like this are increasingly scarce. Its conservation potential offers the chance to preserve and protect a significant piece of the Lowcountry's natural and cultural fabric by safeguarding its maritime forests, tidal creeks, and riverfront for generations to come. The Okatie River itself holds deep historic roots, once serving as a vital waterway for early settlers and Native tribes, and today remains a cherished sanctuary for wildlife and a source of quiet beauty for those fortunate enough to call its banks home.This remarkable estate honors the past while offering endless possibilities for the future in the form of an exclusive waterfront development, private retreat, a family legacy, or a conservation masterpiece. It is, quite simply, a rare and enduring treasure on the Lowcountry coast.
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The Donaldson Group
Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty
843-338-2069
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Listing Agent: The Donaldson Group 843-338-2069
Broker: Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty 843-723-7150 Listing Site
Copyright © 2026 REsides, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Broker: Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty 843-723-7150 Listing Site
Copyright © 2026 REsides, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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$27,000,000
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Beds
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Baths
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Sqft
70 Helmlys Rd, Bluffton, SC 29909
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MLS# 502303
With a conceptual 25 homesites nestled along the pristine salt
$27,000,000
70 Helmlys Rd, Bluffton, SC 29909
--
Beds
--
Baths
--
Sqft
--
Acres
$27,000,000
70 Helmlys Rd, Bluffton, SC 29909
-- Beds
-- Baths
-- Sqft
-- Acres
With a conceptual 25 homesites nestled along the pristine salt marshes of the Okatie River, there exists one of the last remaining legacy waterfront parcels of its kind. This development opportunity is two parcels, which combined total approximately 75 acres and offer more than 3,000 linear feet of deepwater and marsh frontage. With sweeping northeastern exposure, this rare property welcomes the sunrise across shimmering tidal creeks, unveiling a breathtaking Lowcountry landscape that feels secluded, storied, and timeless. Centuries-old live oaks, draped in Spanish moss, stand as sentinels to the land's enduring heritage. Although there exists an incredible potential for development, the property's scale, setting, and natural beauty make it a once-in-a-generation opportunity to also create a private estate or family compound unlike any other. Set in the heart of Bluffton yet enveloped in the serenity of secluded countryside, this land embodies the rare balance between accessibility and privacy. Expansive views of the Okatie's winding waterways and untouched marshlands create a sense of retreat that feels far removed from the everyday, while remaining just moments from Bluffton's charming historic district, fine dining, and vibrant community. With so few parcels of this magnitude remaining, opportunities like this are increasingly scarce. Its conservation potential offers the chance to preserve and protect a significant piece of the Lowcountry's natural and cultural fabric by safeguarding its maritime forests, tidal creeks, and riverfront for generations to come. The Okatie River itself holds deep historic roots, once serving as a vital waterway for early settlers and Native tribes, and today remains a cherished sanctuary for wildlife and a source of quiet beauty for those fortunate enough to call its banks home.This remarkable estate honors the past while offering endless possibilities for the future in the form of an exclusive waterfront development, private retreat, a family legacy, or a conservation masterpiece. It is, quite simply, a rare and enduring treasure on the Lowcountry coast.
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Listing Agent: The Donaldson Group 843-338-2069
Broker: Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty 843-723-7150 Listing Site
Copyright © 2026 REsides, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Broker: Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty 843-723-7150 Listing Site
Copyright © 2026 REsides, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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