Luxury homes for sale in Bluffton

Located in Beaufort County, Bluffton, South Carolina, sits right on U.S. Route 278, located between both I-95 and Hilton Head Island, making it a stunning location near the waterfront. Old Town, which used to be the original town itself, sits on a bluff on the May River, putting this community within the Hilton Head Island and Bluffton South Carolina Metro Area.  

Bluffton is home to about 27,000 people up from just 2,500 in 2010, showcasing just how fast this community has grown within a short span. With a strong history, Bluffton has long been a destination to visit. 

Living in Bluffton affords residents access to a humid subtropical climate that has mild winters and very hot and humid summers most years, with rain prominent throughout the year. Some years there is a significant risk for hurricane weather, but the area was last hit in 1893.  

Residents enjoy a wide range of local attractions and amenities here, including the Society of Bluffton Artists, a nonprofit organization providing art displays and art sales throughout the region. Also notable is the May River Theatre, which performs musicals and hosts events at the Ulmer Auditorium in the downtown portion of the city.  

Throughout the year, numerous events take place in Bluffton, including the Bluffton Village Festival, also called Mayfest, where local artisans and musicians come together to celebrate the region’s culture. A Christmas parade, Historic Bluffton Arts and Seafood Festival, the Shag & Dra, a car show and live entertainment event, and May River Cleanup take place throughout the year.  

Numerous historic buildings and museums exist throughout the city, including the Seven Oaks, Church of the Cross and the Heyward House and Historical Center. Exploring the Planters Mercantile, Cordray House and Patz Brothers House sheds some light on the area’s diverse culture. 

Along with culture, Bluffton is known for its natural beauty. This includes the Beaufort County Parks and Recreation Bluffton Pool with indoor swimming, the Buckwalter Trail that wraps around Buckwalter Place, the DuBois Park with its playground and the Buckwalter Regional Park, which is home to soccer and skateboarding facilities.  

Several boat landings exist throughout the city as well, including the H.E. Trask Boat Landing, Alljoy Boat Landing and Oyster Factory Boat Landing, allowing boat owners to get their boats into the water with ease. 

There are a number of affluent neighborhoods in Bluffton, including Palmetto Bluff, Colleton River Plantation and Hampton Lake.  

Palmetto Bluff, which is also home to the Palmetto Bluff Conservancy, is an area of about 20,000 acres that sits along the May River and is home to beautiful, luxury homes with moderate to large-sized lots. 

Colleton River Plantation sits in a deep natural area with three golf courses – the Pete Dye, Jack Nicklaus and Bruce Borland Championship golf courses. Homes within this community are large and typically more modern, having been built within the last 20 years in most cases. 

Those seeking a natural wonder may wish to take a closer look at Hampton Lake, which provides many luxury homes that have views of what is considered one of the best lakes in the state thanks to its shoreline and waterways. Hampton Lake homes tend to be larger and sit on a bit more land than other areas.  

For quality service and assistance with your search for luxury properties for sale in Bluffton, contact an agent at Luxury Portfolio International today. Your luxury Bluffton, South Carolina, home is waiting.