A rare private coastal island with deepwater access, two residences, and a legacy of Lowcountry sporting and conservation heritage.
Located along Coles Creek and the Broad River, Coles Island encompasses 267A± acres of high ground, 276A± acres of pristine tidal marsh, and over 1000 ft of non-marsh high bluff waterfront, just minutes from Hilton Head Island and Palmetto Bluff. This historic island is surrounded by the 15,000A±-acre Good Hope Plantation, ensuring unmatched privacy and seclusion while remaining easily accessible via a private vehicular causeway.
With a landscape that remains much as it was more than 200 years ago, Coles Island offers an extraordinary opportunity to own one of the last significant coastal islands of the South Carolina Lowcountry.
Property Highlights
543A± total GIS acres (375A± acres on Coles Island & 168A± acres on Washs Island)
Vehicular access via private causeway
Deepwater frontage on Coles Creek with direct access to the Broad River & Intracoastal waters
Two private deepwater docks, 60-foot float, pier heads & concrete boat ramp
Surrounded by the 15,000A± acre Good Hope Plantation
Premier candidate for a conservation easement
ResidencesMain Residence – 421 Powell Oak Drive
Elevated on a high bluff positioned for panoramic water views, the 3,471A± sq. ft. main home features:
4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths
Elevator, security system, three fireplaces
825A± sq. ft. of porches and decks
2,973A± sq. ft. enclosed garage/storage below residence
Central HVAC, stucco/shell exterior, metal roof
Guest Log Home – 382 Powell Oak Drive
A rustic yet refined retreat ideal for family and sporting guests:
Central HVAC
1,656A± sq. ft., 4 bedrooms & 2 baths
1,155A± sq. ft. of elevated outdoor living space
One-story cabin on piers with a metal roof
Land & Sporting Features
Cole's Island supports a diverse array of outdoor recreation and land stewardship opportunities:
24.5A± acres of open land suitable for dove fields or equestrian use
Three deepwater wells
Stables (2,298A± sq. ft. plus 1,730A± sq. ft. loft)
Boat shed (1,344A± sq. ft., concrete slab, lighting)
Dog kennels with seven runs
Outstanding habitat for deer, turkey, doves, quail, waterfowl, and wading birds
Saltwater fishing, shrimping, crabbing, kayaking, and boating directly from the property
Heritage & Conservation Value
Coles Island represents a premier opportunity for:
Legacy land stewardship
Conservation easement benefits
Preserving one of the last unfragmented coastal islands in the region
Location
A rare sense of wilderness within proximity to the Southeast's most desirable coastal destinations:
20 minutes to Palmetto Bluff
30 minutes to Hilton Head Island
45 minutes to Savannah, GA
1.5 hours to Charleston, SC
An Irreplaceable Lowcountry Offering
Coles Island is an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a true coastal island with the natural, recreational, and historical characteristics that define the Lowcountry's most iconic landholdings.
Whether envisioned as a family compound, sporting plantation, maritime retreat, or a conservation legacy, Coles Island represents a property without equal.
Coles Island Acreage is based upon Jasper County Tax Assessor's GIS mapping and the plats of record. The advertised acreage is the total area and does not reflect acreage located within NOAA's OCRM jurisdiction. The property will be conveyed with deed restrictions limiting the number of residential dwellings to no more than five. Contact the Broker for more details.
SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Lot/land
$6,627,000
421 Powell Oak Dr, Ridgeland, SC 29936
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543Acres
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543 Acres Lot
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What's special
Rare private coastal islandDeepwater access
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listed by:
Todd Crosby,
Crosby Land Company 843-782-5700
Source: REALSTACK,MLS#: 94344
Facts & features
Interior
Property
Lot
- Size: 543 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 0950000011
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Ridgeland
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $735,302
- Annual tax amount: $15,330
- Date on market: 1/15/2026
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,621/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $6,627,000 |
Source: REALSTACK #94344 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,330 +3.2% | $35,920 +1.4% |
| 2023 | $14,852 | $35,430 |
| 2022 | -- | $35,430 +15% |
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Neighborhood: 29936
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- 7/10Ridgeland Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 8.4 mi
- 5/10Ridgeland Secondary Academy of ExcellenceGrades: 6-12Distance: 8.4 mi
- NARidgeland Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 14.2 mi
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