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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2470 American Classic Tea Lane
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Residential
MLS# 25019015 / Active
Escape to the Peace and Tranquility of Wadmalaw Island. Welcome to 2470 American Classic Tea Lane, a rare Lowcountry retreat offering the perfect b...
1085 Harts Bluff Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Residential
MLS# 25016472 / Active Contingent
Welcome to 1085 Harts Bluff Road--a rare chance to own more than 2 acres of pristine waterfront on one of Charleston County's most beloved sea isla...
2621 Anchor Watch Drive
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Anchorage Plantation
Residential
MLS# 25015874 / Active
Welcome to this stunning waterfront property located on South Carolina's Wadmalaw Island, where casual luxury meets the comfort of nature! Situated...
2962 Anchor Watch Drive
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Anchorage Plantation
Residential
MLS# 25015008 / Active
Embrace the exceptional lifestyle offered by 2962 Anchor Watch Drive, a distinguished residence nestled on a private 3-acre estate within Wadmalaw ...
5233 Maybank Highway
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Pt New Cut
Residential
MLS# 25014947 / Active Contingent
Situated among the towering oaks and spanish moss of Wadmalaw Island this like new ranch home is that getaway place or primary residence you've bee...
2468 Marina Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Botany Bay
Residential
MLS# 25013752 / Active
Rare find that will not last long. A stunning country home located on beautiful Wadmalaw Island.Here is your chance to enjoy quiet country living i...
Reduced -$45,000
5348 McCullough Dam Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Residential
MLS# 25013370 / Sold
Welcome to complete privacy on this slice of the rural charm that Wadmalaw Island is known for. This picturesque 18-acre horse farm is a sanctuary ...
4855 Retriever Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Rosebank Estates
Residential
MLS# 25013335 / Active
A timeless deepwater equestrian estate in the heart of the Lowcountry. Privately positioned on nearly 24 acres of permanently conserved land on exc...
1976 Liberia Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Peerless
Residential
MLS# 25013038 / Active Contingent
This home was thoughtfully designed with 4 BR 3 Baths. A custom build that sits on 1.26 acres offering exceptional living inside and out. Just a 7 ...
Reduced -$16,000
2636 Anchor Watch Drive
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Anchorage Plantation
Residential
MLS# 25012438 / Active Contingent
Pastoral solitude and luxury meet at this custom home in Anchorage Plantation, an established waterfront community on quiet Wadmalaw Island. Conven...
1880 Andell Bluff Boulevard UNIT D-6
Seabrook Island, SC 29455
Seabrook Island
Residential
MLS# 25012116 / Active
Also for rent for $450 a month. Really nice boat slip at D dock. 30 foot slip that will allow for a 35 foot boat. Board walks and docks have been u...
1972 Long Creek Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Longcreek Plantation
Residential
MLS# 25011807 / Active
Private waterfront 6-acre estate on Wadmalaw Island. Idyllic setting with unsurpassed views on Bohicket Creek. Gourmet renovated kitchen with Vikin...
1532 Fox Pond Lane
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Fox Pond
Residential
MLS# 25011731 / Pending
This house sits on a really nice high corner lot. Approximately 1.7 acres. Have you always wanted to grow your own food? Do you want to have some c...
6739 Maybank Highway
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Residential
MLS# 25011603 / Active Contingent
Assumable LoanWelcome to your forever home on Wadmalaw Island, showcasing an open floor plan perfect for entertaining. The kitchen is the heart of ...
2970 Roseville Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Residential
MLS# 25011465 / Active
Tucked away on over 13 acres of pristine Lowcountry landscape, Dance of the Dolphins is an extraordinary gated estate offering over 1,000 feet of d...
1880 Andell Bluff Boulevard UNIT G19
Seabrook Island, SC 29455
Bohicket Marina
Residential
1988 Long Creek Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Longcreek Plantation
Residential
MLS# 25007551 / Active
Tucked away on 3.5 acres of pristine Lowcountry beauty, this deep water retreat is your personal sanctuary--where privacy, comfort, and outdoor adv...
Reduced -$24,900
1420 Polly Point Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Polly Point Plantation
Residential
MLS# 25007062 / Active
Peaceful, pond front property on 15 acres. This is a unique opportunity to own a ground level, single story, newer construction brick home overlook...
5219 Maybank Highway
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Rosebank
Residential
MLS# 25005487 / Active
Appraisal in hand! A Rare Lowcountry Retreat - Private, Self-Sustaining Sportsman's ParadiseTucked away at the end of a secluded driveway. This ext...
Reduced -$1
5991 Joseph Blake Lane
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Polly Point Plantation
Residential
MLS# 25004954 / Sold
Are you seeking a private retreat on the islands, just far enough from Charleston for privacy, but close enough for convenience? Look no further th...
6321 Bears Bluff Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Bears Bluff
Residential
MLS# 25003199 / Active
Welcome to 6321 Bears Bluff Road where you can discover your own private retreat on 6.2 acres on beautiful and highly desirable Wadmalaw Island. Th...
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