Where to Retire in Coastal Beaufort, South Carolina
Beaufort is the perfect place to call home when you retire! With its warm and temperate climate, the area offers a plethora of outdoor activities to choose from. The county is steeped in history and culture, reflected in its charming architecture and museums. For those who love the beach and water sports, Beaufort County boasts some of the best beaches in the country. Moreover, the county has an outstanding healthcare system, with several hospitals and medical facilities catering to the needs of retirees.
Overall, Beaufort is an excellent choice for retirees who want to enjoy a relaxed and active lifestyle in a beautiful and welcoming community. With so many options to choose from, you are sure to find a home that suits your preferences and needs. Keep reading for some great neighborhood and community options for retirees!
Celadon
The Celadon community includes real estate designed for a diverse mix of single-family homes, creating an inviting streetscape unified by the charm of Lowcountry architecture. The neighborhood has plenty of open spaces, designated for community use as parks, ponds, and walking trails. The walkable community is focused on a simplified lifestyle, appreciated at a laid-back, Southern pace. Each home is within an easy stroll of Celadon Square – a quaint commercial area that includes the post office, offices and retail.
Retirement Appeal: Walkability, Fitness / Spa, Olympic size swimming pool, access to Lady’s Island, MAC - Market At Celadon (bistro/coffee shop)
Callawassie
This small island community offers a quiet and peaceful setting with views of the Colleton River. Residents can enjoy fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities.
Callawassie Island is a haven for wildlife, and the first gated community in South Carolina to be designated a "Community Wildlife Habitat" by the National Wildlife Federation. The island is a lush environment of live oaks and palmettos, home to egrets and herons, and surrounded by a thriving salt marsh ecosystem.
In addition to its natural beauty, the island offers outstanding value for homes and homesites, including waterfront property.
Retirement Appeal: a secluded nature retreat, TomFabio golf, tennis center, island parks, social events, boat and kayak rental, multiple pools, fitness center, and the New River Club
Callawassie Island offers a weekend Discovery Package tailored to your needs and interests.
Dataw Island
Dataw is a private gated island just six miles east of the downtown Beaufort and boasts the perfect blend of history and modern amenities, along with excellent real estate values. Dataw Island’s centuries-old live oaks draped in Spanish moss complement its relaxed yet active coastal lifestyle, and Dataw is best known for its award-winning golf courses.
Retirement Appeal: Tom Fazio and Arthur Hills Designed Golf Courses; 30 + Special Interests Clubs and Organizations; Full service marina; Pool; Low maintenance living; Morgan Creek Grill
You can plan a visit with the Experience Dataw Package and spend three days immersed in the community and all it has to offer.
Margaritaville
This retirement community is perfect for those looking for a fun and active retirement. Located in Hardeeville, Margaritaville offers a variety of amenities including a fitness center, indoor and outdoor resort-style pools, a theater, and a variety of restaurants and bars.This place has all the essentials for living an active, social, and healthy lifestyle. Best of all, it provides excellent value for your money.
Retirement Appeal: Laid-back atmosphere, easy access to I-95 for trips to Charleston and Savannah, “55 and better” active community
Spring Island
If you're looking for a more secluded retirement option, Spring Island might be the perfect fit. This 3,000-acre private community is located on its own island and offers golf, boating, fishing, and equestrian activities. At Spring Island, members form close friendships and engage in shared experiences while nurturing the island's culture.
The community is dedicated to preserving the natural environment and has miles of hiking and biking trails, as well as a working farm, chicken coop, native plant store, and saltwater fishing.
Retirement Appeal: Privacy; stunning natural views; vibrant artist community; 20-acre farm; native plant nursery; 3 salt water impoundments for excellent fishing; 1,000 acre Nature Preserve; World-class quail hunting; horseback riding
You can register for their monthly “Spring Island Journal” email newsletter for details about all of the events and activities taking place on the island and to learn more about their “discovery experience.”
Sun City
With over 8,000 homes, Sun City is one of the largest active adult communities in the country. This large retirement community is located in Bluffton and offers a wide range of amenities including golf, tennis, pickleball, and bocce ball. The community also has multiple fitness centers, indoor and outdoor pools, and a variety of clubs and events for residents to enjoy.
It’s truly a town in and of itself with on-site restaurants and retail stores, a 540-seat performing arts theater, three fitness centers, and a 20-acre fishing lake.
Retirement Appeal: A myriad of home buying options; active social life; easy accessibility to amenities both in and outside the community; low maintenance home; three golf courses with innovative design and sweeping marshland views; a plethora of neighborhoods to choose from
Wrights Point
Wrights Point is a beautiful neighborhood overlooking the beautiful Battery Creek. Located in Port Royal, residents enjoy waterfront homes just minutes from the convenience and beauty of downtown Beaufort. Bring your boat to enjoy the river and intracoastal waterway while you make plans to build your home.
Retirement Appeal: Proximity to downtown Port Royal; Waterfront views; Deep Water
Access; Community Dock; Smaller / Quaint community
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