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Hilton Head Plantation

Hilton Head Plantation is a private, gated community on the north end of Hilton Head Island, known for its spacious Lowcountry setting, quiet residential feel, and strong year-round lifestyle. Set between Port Royal Sound and the Intracoastal Waterway, the community offers a rare mix of natural beauty and everyday convenience—close to shopping, dining, medical services, and the bridge to Bluffton and Savannah. Residents enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle with miles of leisure paths for walking and biking, plus a deep lineup of recreation. Golf is a major draw, with multiple courses in and around the community, along with tennis, pickleball, and community amenities that support both full-time living and second-home ownership. Many homes capture scenic views—wooded, lagoon, golf, and marsh-influenced—creating a peaceful backdrop that feels tucked away while still connected to everything.

Property Listings

Two-story building with a green metal roof and exterior stairs beneath mature trees.
For Sale
MLS® 198275

$5,800,000

1000 Main Street, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
6 Herring Gull Lane
For Sale
MLS® 510566

$4,495,000

6 Herring Gull Lane, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
4 Beds 4.5 Baths 4,074 Sq.Ft.
12 Pelican Watch Court
Pending
MLS® 511278

$2,995,000

12 Pelican Watch Court, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
4 Beds 4.5 Baths 4,431 Sq.Ft.
70 Deerfield Road
For Sale
MLS® 512563

$1,995,000

70 Deerfield Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
4 Beds 4.5 Baths 4,199 Sq.Ft.
12 Neptune Court
For Sale
MLS® 513246

$1,950,000

12 Neptune Court, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
3 Beds 3.5 Baths 4,329 Sq.Ft.
300 Seabrook Drive
For Sale
MLS® 513160

$1,850,000

300 Seabrook Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
4 Beds 3.5 Baths 3,344 Sq.Ft.
34 Seabrook Landing Drive
Active Under Contract
MLS® 508280

$1,825,000

34 Seabrook Landing Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
4 Beds 4.5 Baths 3,622 Sq.Ft.
8 Grandview Court Unit 6
For Sale
MLS® 450636

$1,795,900

8 Grandview Court Unit: 6, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
4 Beds 2.5 Baths 2,334 Sq.Ft.
6 Grandview Court Unit 4
For Sale
MLS® 450635

$1,750,900

6 Grandview Court Unit: 4, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
3 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,208 Sq.Ft.
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Hilton Head Plantation is one of the island’s largest private, gated communities on the north end of Hilton Head Island, spanning roughly 4,000 acres between Port Royal Sound and the Intracoastal Waterway. With two entrance gates and 24-hour security, it’s known for a quiet, residential feel, mature Lowcountry scenery, and a lifestyle built around golf, boating, and the outdoors.

Lowcountry setting + active outdoor living

This is a community people choose for space, privacy, and nature—tree-lined roads, lagoons, and miles of paths that make it easy to walk, bike, and enjoy the outdoors day-to-day. Many neighborhood guides highlight multi-use leisure trails throughout the community.

Golf: four courses, four different experiences

Hilton Head Plantation is a true golf hub, with four on-site courses that give residents and members a lot of variety:

  • Dolphin Head Golf Club (noted as a Gary Player design and the Plantation’s first course)

  • Bear Creek Golf Club (an 18-hole Rees Jones design)

  • Oyster Reef Golf Club (widely recognized locally and noted for a Rees Jones layout)

  • Country Club of Hilton Head (an 18-hole Rees Jones course with full club amenities)

Tennis, pickleball, and community amenities

Beyond golf, Hilton Head Plantation is popular with buyers who want a well-rounded lifestyle—tennis and pickleball options, pools, and a community feel that works for both full-time residents and second-home owners.

Boating and water access nearby

Being positioned between the Sound and the Intracoastal is a big part of the appeal. For boaters, Skull Creek Marina is close by and offers deep-water access out to Port Royal Sound and the Atlantic.

Real estate and overall feel

Hilton Head Plantation offers a broad mix of homes—from low-maintenance villas to larger custom properties—often with golf, lagoon, wooded, or marsh-influenced views. It’s a great fit for buyers who want a gated, residential community with serious amenities and a north-end location that stays convenient to shopping, dining, medical services, and the bridge.

Overview for Hilton Head Plantation, SC

7,756 people live in Hilton Head Plantation, where the median age is 65 and the average individual income is $77,249. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

7,756

Total Population

65 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$77,249

Average individual Income

Around Hilton Head Plantation, SC

There's plenty to do around Hilton Head Plantation, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

4
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
30
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Baskets by Jean, Southeast Entertainment Restaurant Group, and Jeff’s Famous Cotton Candy.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.54 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 0.89 miles 1 review 5/5 stars
Dining 1.09 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 1.09 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Pete's Kitchen Logo
Dining 1.09 miles 2 reviews 5/5 stars
Oyster Reef Golf Club Logo
Active 0.71 miles 47 reviews 3.2/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Hilton Head Plantation, SC

Population Households Employment

Hilton Head Plantation has 3,787 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Hilton Head Plantation do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 7,756 people call Hilton Head Plantation home. The population density is 2,043 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

7,756

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

65 years

Median Age

47 / 53%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
3,787

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$77,249

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Hilton Head Plantation, SC

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The following schools are within or nearby Hilton Head Plantation. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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