Wadmalaw Island - Charleston SC Real Estate - Page 5
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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2285 Leadenwah Drive
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Oak Grove Plantation
Residential
Welcome to Wadmalaw Island, the back porch of Charleston! 2285 Leadenwah Drive is the quintessential 20-acre lowcountry property. This 4,200 square...
6119 Bears Bluff Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Residential
This stunningly beautiful Wadmalaw Island estate is on the market for the first time in 60 years. A nature-lover's sanctuary nestled on the upper r...
6717 Bears Bluff Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Residential
Enjoy the quite life near the end of Bears Bluff on Wadmalaw Island. This three bedroom two and a half bath home sits on 2.59 acres. The land ha...
6918 Bears Bluff Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Whitemarsh
Residential
Beautifully set on the Wadmalaw River, this custom Lowcountry home offers a unique getaway and amazing views! Sitting on over 1.5 acres, this home ...
1768 Tacky Point Ext
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Residential
Meander down the tranquil dirt road to your very own refuge! Although there are many wonderful neighbors, your 1.2 acre homesite gives the feeling...
6765 Bears Bluff Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Whitemarsh
Residential
Beautiful 3 br 3 ba home with flex space and natural tidal marsh views! This open floor plan home features high ceilings, large windows, hardwood ...
1777 Tacky Point Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Wadmalaw Island
Residential
Meander down the tranquil dirt road to your very own refuge! Although there are many wonderful neighbors, your 2.97 acre homesite gives the feelin...
1358 Polly Point Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Polly Point Plantation
Residential
-Currently Under Construction -3 bedroom, 3.5 bath. 3100sqft. w/elevator and three car garage.100' of waterfront on the Wadmalaw River - Deep wat...
1990 Liberia Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Wadmalaw Island
Residential
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
Beautiful two story on an acre! Numerous features including double front porches and large rear screened porch, hardwood floors, gas fireplace, new...
1964 Long Creek Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Longcreek Plantation
Residential
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...
1168 Pilot Boy
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Martins Point
Residential
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
Stunning custom-built home situated on a beautiful 3-acre lot in Anchorage Plantation. This attractive Flatfish Design was constructed in 2018 by J...
2471 Marina Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Botany Bay
Residential
Welcome home to Lowcountry Island living at its finest, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. This lovely home, just inside Rockville, featu...
2481 Sea Island Yacht Club Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Rockville
Residential
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 ...
6090 Josie Ridge Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Martins Point
Residential
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
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
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...
1815 Longcreek Road
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Longcreek Plantation
Residential
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
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
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...