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70 Helmlys Road

Bluffton, SC 29909
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With a conceptuаl 25 homеѕіtеs nestled along the prіstіnе sаlt mаrshes 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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Property Type : Land

Price : $27,000,000

AD Id : 77656207

MLS Id : 502303

County : Beaufort

Subdivision: Metes And Bounds

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  • Room Information

    Rooms Total: 6
  • Heating & Cooling

    Water front: 1

  • Building Information

    Building Area Total: 1640 Private Pool: No Water front Features: River Front View: Water

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 75 acres Lot Description: Waterfront

    Property Information

    Subdivision: PINCKNEY COLONY Source Property Type: Land MLS Area Minor: Pinckney Colony Postal Code Plus 4: 4108 Zoning Description: Residential

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $27000000 Cash, Conventional

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: R600 013 000 0047 0000 Tax Lot: 47

  • Utility Information

    Water Available
  • Location Information

    WaterSource: Private, Public, Well
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Address Estimate Bed Bath Sq. Ft Lot Size
102 Blessing Drive, Bluffton, SC, 29909 $99,000 -- -- -- 0.35 Acre(Lot)
12 Bellereve Drive, Bluffton, SC, 29909 $99,000 -- -- -- 0.53 Acre(Lot)
3904 Okatie Highway, Bluffton, SC, 29909 $489,000 -- -- -- 5.10 Acres(Lot)

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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/05/2026 @ 13:25

MLS: 502303 LISTED BY: The Donaldson Group, Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty 843-836-3900 SOURCE: REsides (Hilton Head)

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