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Dewees Island SC Real Estate
Getting caught in traffic is never an excuse for running late on Dewees Island, just north of the Isle of Palms and 12 miles north of Charleston as the crow flies. But then again, the island has no automobiles. Accessible only by boat, the automobile-free island has gained national attention as one of the country’s most environmentally-sensitive and sustainable developments.
With building covenants limiting the number of homes on the 1,206-acre island to 150, each home must also meet a stringent set of construction and design guidelines to minimize its impact on the wildlife. And while Dewees does have five paved roads for foot and golf cart traffic, those roads aren’t paved with asphalt but crushed limestone instead. The island’s developers also utilize an advanced recycling and composting system, with a reverse osmosis system meeting the entire island resident’s water needs.
Largely used over the years for the production of indigo, rice and cotton, the island didn't see much development until the 1970s when a few vacation homes began to be built. In 1991, the Island Preservation Partnership was formed to develop the island. When eventually built out, 95% of the island will still be in its native state.
While there is no minimum size for homes here, the maximum size is 5,000 square feet, and builders are allowed to disturb no more than 7,500 square feet of each lot during construction. To further limit the environmental impact, lawns are not allowed and homes are surrounded by and landscaped with native vegetation. The houses on Dewees are elevated and all feature water views of some type, whether a large tidal creek, lakes, the Intracoastal Waterway or Atlantic Ocean.
Access to the island is by the Aggie Gray ferry that runs hourly and on demand from the Isle of Palms, although many Dewees homeowners maintain their own docks and boats. The island offers a variety of property options, with a 25 percent fractional ownership in homes at a range of price points and building lots for those who want to design their own retreat. On the upper end of the scale are homes and oceanfront lots at the top of the island’s luxury market.If you are looking to live with nature and leave cars and traffic behind, this may be a once in a lifetime opportunity to live on the next best thing as your own private island. A MUST SEE. Call us to tour this unique island city.
Dewees Island Listings
There are coastal views, and then there is 434 Pelican Flight Drive. As the last home along the coast between Charleston and Georgetown, this extraordinary Dewees Island ...
- 7 Beds
- 6.5 Baths
- 26025007 MLS
- Dewees Island SubDv.
- Active Status
Perched above the lakes, marsh and stretching toward the Atlantic Ocean, 154 Lake Timicau Lane was thoughtfully designed to keep the Lowcountry landscape at the center of...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 26024898 MLS
- Dewees Island SubDv.
- Active Status
Encompassing 2.36 oceanfront acres, Lot 29 at 355 Pelican Flight Drive offers an extraordinary opportunity to create a custom retreat on Dewees Island, a private barrier ...
- 26021832 MLS
- Dewees Island SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to 411 Pelican Flight Drive, an extraordinary oceanview estate where timeless architecture, luxurious finishes, and unmatched privacy come together in a residence...
- 5 Beds
- 5.5 Baths
- 26018921 MLS
- Dewees Island SubDv.
- Active Status
Discover 287 Pelican Flight Drive, Lot 14--an exceptional 1.82-acre oceanfront homesite on Dewees Island. Framed by majestic live oaks and palmettos, this rare property o...
- 26013332 MLS
- Dewees Island SubDv.
- Active Status
Set within the serene natural beauty of Dewees Island, this tranquil and truly one-of-a-kind waterfront estate offers sweeping lake and coastal water views while enjoying...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 26006572 MLS
- Dewees Island SubDv.
- Active Status
Embrace the serene beauty and natural splendor of private island living on Dewees Island. This 1.16+/- acre homesite offers breathtaking views of the saltwater lagoon, In...
- 25030272 MLS
- Dewees Island SubDv.
- Active Status
Experience coastal living at its finest in this 2,901 sq ft, 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath island retreat built in 2004. Designed with an inverted floor plan to showcase sweeping v...
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 25024217 MLS
- Dewees Island SubDv.
- Active Status
Build your dream retreat on this stunning 1-acre homesite on Dewees Island, offering .76 acres of high ground and unbeatable views of the marsh and Intracoastal Waterway....
- 25018382 MLS
- Dewees Island SubDv.
- Active Status
Incredible chance to craft your enduring deepwater private island retreat on this expansive 2+ acre breathtaking parcel on Dewees Island. This parcel boasts a ready-to-us...
- 25009337 MLS
- Dewees Island SubDv.
- Active Status
Welcome to 362 Pelican Flight Drive on Dewees Island--a fully furnished coastal retreat where thoughtful design, natural beauty, and comfort come together seamlessly. Thi...
- 4 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 24028838 MLS
- Dewees Island SubDv.
- Active Status
Private Coastal Living. This lot is across the road from a four mile stretch of pristine beach on the Atlantic. Gorgeous oak trees will frame the view of pond and lagoon,...
- 24025254 MLS
- Dewees Island SubDv.
- Active Status
318 Old House Lane, your gateway to a coastal sanctuary on Dewees Island. This exceptional property offers an exquisite blend of natural beauty, privacy, and proximity to...
- 21021235 MLS
- Dewees Island SubDv.
- Active Status
