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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1990 Liberia Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Wadmalaw Island
Residential
MLS# 20032155 / Active
Great home on .97 acres located on beautiful Wadmalaw Island! This brick ranch offers 4 bedrooms and 1.5 bath, newer floors have been installed in...
5344 Peerless Drive
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Peerless Point
Residential
MLS# 20030594 / Active Contingent
Beautiful two story on an acre! Numerous features including double front porches and large rear screened porch, hardwood floors, gas fireplace, new...
Increase +$5,100
6569 Maybank Highway
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Wadmalaw Island
Residential
MLS# 20030589 / Active
There are four units total equaling 1794 heated sq ft As featured on Good Morning America, Apple News, ABC News, US Weekly, Southern Living, South ...
5610 Katy Hill Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Liberia Plantation
Residential
MLS# 20026204 / Active Contingent
Look no further for your private country dream! This light filled home features an open floor plan and all on a 2.32 acre retreat! Walk up to the...
1964 Long Creek Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Longcreek Plantation
Residential
MLS# 20025108 / Active
LOW COUNTRY LIVING AT IT'S FINEST! AN EXQUISITE PRIVATE RETREAT SET ON WADMALAW ISLAND IN THE EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY OF LONGCREEK PLANTATION. 5.90 ACR...
Reduced -$21,000
1168 Pilot Boy
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Martins Point
Residential
MLS# 20023171 / Active
Private, LUXURIOUS DEEP WATER ESTATE w/Dock, Floater, NEW Boat Lift on 3+Acres. Unspoiled natural views, 20mi south of CHS, directly on ICW. Elegan...
2830 Anchor Watch Drive
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Anchorage Plantation
Residential
MLS# 20021801 / Sold
Stunning custom-built home situated on a beautiful 3-acre lot in Anchorage Plantation. This attractive Flatfish Design was constructed in 2018 by J...
Reduced -$10,000
2471 Marina Road
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Botany Bay
Residential
MLS# 20020549 / Sold
Welcome home to Lowcountry Island living at its finest, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. This lovely home, just inside Rockville, feat...
2481 Sea Island Yacht Club Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Rockville
Residential
MLS# 20019173 / Active Contingent
One of a few houses in Rockville located on the Bohicket River. The house was originally part of an estate in Orangeburg, SC that was relocated to ...
Increase +$100,000
6090 Josie Ridge Road
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Martins Point
Residential
MLS# 20018069 / Sold
Sited on 5.64 acres of completely fenced and cross fenced high land, this breathtaking farm features a 36' x 48' barn with four finished stalls, ro...
6080 Josie Ridge Road
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Martins Point
Residential
MLS# 20018046 / Sold
Surrounded by wooded unspoiled beauty and views of the marsh and Wadmalaw Sound, Marshound is a very private, sophisticated country estate designed...
2765 Anchor Watch Drive
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Anchorage Plantation
Residential
MLS# 20017224 / Active Contingent
2765 Anchor Watch Drive sits on 3.83 acres on a beautiful deep water, high bluff overlooking Bohicket Creek. This spectacular custom home was desig...
Reduced -$100,000
1815 Longcreek Road
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Longcreek Plantation
Residential
MLS# 20015463 / Sold
Must See Home in sought after Longcreek Plantation on Beautiful Wadmalaw Island! Gated community with a Dock for residents to enjoy!Custom built by...
2457 Leadenwah Drive
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Leadenwah Acres
Residential
MLS# 20010241 / Sold
RENOVATED & UPDATED Ranch style Home located on a Quite and Peaceful Large Lot,.67 acre on Wadmalaw Island. This 4 Bedroom Home has a spacious back...
1968 Leadenwah Drive
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Leadenwah Acres
Residential
MLS# 20009314 / Sold
Paradise found on the banks of Leadenwah Creek on beautiful Wadmalaw Island.Family time will never be the same enjoying all the Lowcountry has to o...
4637 Lazy Creek Lane
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Longcreek Plantation
Residential
MLS# 20008282 / Sold
Located on a beautiful tidal creek on Wadmalaw Island, this custom built home is built to maximize the incredible lowcounty setting. Situated on ne...
6295 Rockefeller Road
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Leadenwah Ranch
Residential
MLS# 20008274 / Sold
TWELVE OAKS is Wadmalaw Island at its best ! Approximately eight, all fenced in, acres on Rockefeller Road, lined by huge Live Oaks along entire f...
7064 Maybank Highway
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Rockville
Residential
MLS# 20008046 / Sold
Nestled on a peaceful lot in Rockville's historic district, home of the Rockville Regatta, this charming cottage features 200-yr-old heart pine flo...
6016 Selkirk Plantation Road
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Selkirk Plantation
Residential
MLS# 20007831 / Sold
Exceptional waterfront home on Leadenwah Creek designed by Herlong & Associates and built by Kingswood Homes. Featured in the Charleston Style & De...
1171 Harts Bluff Road
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Residential
MLS# 20007646 / Sold
Wonderful location, wrap around porch! 2-acres tidal creek access & dock access (easement info attached)! Welcome home marsh views watch birdlife!...
2314 Brigger Hill
Wadmalaw Island, Sc 29487
Residential
MLS# 20006893 / Sold
2314 Brigger Hill presents a great opportunity for the laid back, country living on nearly 8 acres of highland located less than 2 miles from Cherr...
Reduced -$10,000
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