Wadmalaw Island - Charleston SC Real Estate
Wadmalaw Island is considered the most unspoiled of Charleston’s islands. While many Lowcountry islands such as Kiawah and Seabrook are “barrier islands” which are directly exposed to the ocean and fronted by sandy beaches, such is not the case with Wadmalaw Island or its close neighbor, John’s Island. Shielded from the Atlantic by their neighbors to the east and south, Wadmalaw and John’s Islands have remained stable through much of recorded history.
Bordered by the Bohicket River to the east and the North Edisto River to the west, Wadmalaw remains intensely rural, with farming the traditional occupation of many of its residents, both past and present. While fishing, crabbing and shrimping serve as pleasurable pastimes in many local communities, it is still a primary means of earning a living for a number of Wadmalaw's residents.
Along the island's southern tip lies Rockville, the charming picturesque hamlet that was featured in scenes from "Queen," a movie by Alex Haley. There are no stores or restaurants to speak of outside of Rockville, and hundreds of acres of the island’s woods and wetlands are protected from development. However, in recent years, some of the waterfront areas have become sparsely populated with magnificent upscale homes, many on estate-sized lots.
Each year, Wadmalaw hosts a Gullah festival of regional import, encompassing exhibits and demonstrations of traditional African-American arts and crafts like basket weaving.
Another point of interest is the Charleston Tea Plantation. The only tea plantation in America, it is home to plants descended from those that have been grown for more than 100 years in the Lowcountry. The plantation’s unusual heritage began in 1799 when a French botanist brought the first tea plants to Charleston, which were also the first in America. Wadmalaw provides the ideal conditions for tea growing – hot humid summers and sandy soils for good drainage. Recently purchased and renovated by Bigelow Tea, the Charleston Tae Plantation is open for tours.
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1893 Long Creek
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Longcreek Plantation
Residential

This one of a kind, Must see Home is situated on 22 Acres and is 5411SqFT , an exquisite private retreat set on Wadmalaw Island in the exclusive co...
1972 Long Creek
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Longcreek Plantation
Residential

Private waterfront 6-acre Estate on Wadmalaw Island. Idyllic setting with unsurpassed views on Bohicket Creek. Gourmet renovated kitchen with Vikin...
1842 Long Creek
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Longcreek Plantation
Residential

Welcome to 1842 Long Creek Road--a rare find in Charleston County! Just 13 miles to downtown Charleston, this beautiful, solid brick home is locate...
1695 Summer Marsh
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Residential

Three acres of highland with westerly views on Leadenwah Creek. 1695 Summer Marsh Lane is tucked away on a private gated road adjacent to other rur...
5866 Pecanetta Road
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Residential

A beautiful country lot placed on a peninsula overlooking the Wadmalaw River. The home offers North facing views up the river and sits on a high b...
Increase +$4,000
5485 Katy Hill
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Residential

The pictures are of the same floorplan completed in a different location. Some colors and finishes will be different and this listing has a side lo...
Reduced -$50,500
6148 Josie Ridge
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Martins Point
Residential

This waterfront property located in Martins Point on Wadmalaw Island is the perfect Lowcountry retreat. Features include an in ground pool, beauti...
Reduced -$450,000
6080 Josie Ridge
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Martins Point
Residential

Welcome to Wadmalaw, the back porch of Charleston. Introducing 6080 Josie Ridge Road, a 12-acre waterfront estate that is straight out of a magazin...
Increase +$230,000
2191 Birds Nest
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Wilson
Residential

Here's your opportunity to own a great home on an acre of land. Home has been updated by the present owner to include granite counters in kitchen,...
Reduced -$5,500
4680 Bears Bluff
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Residential

Welcome home to your private piece of history, built in 1928, this historic home was one of the original Rosenwald Schoolhouses, known as the, Two ...
Increase +$5,000
6949 Maybank Highway
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Cherry Hill Plantation
Residential

Beautiful acreage close to Rockville! Tucked away from the hustle and bustle this 4 bd home is awaiting you. This property is just under 10 acres w...
Reduced -$40,100
2957 Roseville Road
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Roseville
Residential

Have you been looking for that unique Deepwater home with privacy and seclusion yet close to everything? Then welcome to 2957 Roseville Rd. This pe...
Increase +$100,000
2439 Marina Road
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Botany Bay
Residential

Peacefully situated on over 1/3 acre on beautiful Wadmalaw Island, this charming Charleston Single-style home offers a rare opportunity to live in ...
Increase +$40,000
5524 Katy Hill
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Liberia Plantation
Residential

Island Life at its BEST! Get back to nature on your own 1-acre island retreat. Drive a little, enjoy life a lot! Only 30 minutes from downtown Cha...
Increase +$10,000
5435 John Mack
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Residential

Gated privacy on over 41 acres awaits you on one of the last remaining low density islands in the Charleston area. John Mack lane is positioned of...
Increase +$15,000
1806 Tacky Point Road
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Tar Kiln
Residential

With expansive grounds, moss-draped live oaks, and convenient deep water access, this waterfront Wadmalaw Island estate is a true retreat. Located...
Increase +$17,900
1880 Andell Bluff Boulevard
Seabrook Island, Sc 29455
Bohicket Marina
Residential

Lowest Priced Boat slip available! 30' by 14' wide boat slip with a 15% overage nestled between Kiawah & Seabrook Islands at Bohicket Marina & Yach...
1079 Harts Bluff
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Wadmalaw Island
Residential

Beautifully situated on the Wadmalaw River, this estate with three homes, over two acres, an in-ground pool and dock is truly one-of-a-kind. The se...
Increase +$17,000
1310 Martins Point
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Martins Point
Residential

Enjoy panoramic waterfront views of the Wadmalaw Sound from this 6 bedroom/3 full and 2 half bath home in Martins Point Plantation. The estate is a...
1831 Longcreek Road
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Longcreek Plantation
Residential

Experience total privacy in the gated community of Long Creek. 15 acres of land surround your 3300 SQ FT + home, and the Long Creek community offe...
Increase +$109,500
1560 Yellow House Road
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Residential

Beautiful land- lots of open space. Workshop and wooden storage shed (lifted) on property. All appliances in the kitchen will stay.House needs some...
Increase +$16,000