Community profile · Bluffton area
Hampton Lake.
Gated community
Hampton Lake is a gated community in Bluffton built around a 165-acre private lake. It has no golf course; instead, boating, fishing, kayaking, and a sandy beach at the lake house are the draw, with a fee-based private boat ramp and no HOA surprises in the annual lake assessment.
Last updated October 2026 By Kim Striker
Where is Hampton Lake located?
Hampton Lake is on Hampton Lake Drive off Highway 278/170 near the Bluffton-Okatie line, about 10 minutes from the Hilton Head Island bridge.
| Location | Hampton Lake is on Hampton Lake Drive off Highway 278/170 near the Bluffton-Okatie line, about 10 minutes from the Hilton Head Island bridge. |
| Access | Security-gated. Residents, property owners, and their guests use gate credentials. |
| Golf | No golf course in the community. Several nearby courses, including Hilton Head Island's resort courses, are within 20 minutes. |
| Water | A 165-acre private lake with boating, fishing, kayaking, a residents' boat ramp, and a lakefront beach at the lake house. |
| Beach | A lakefront sand beach at the lake house; no ocean beach. The Atlantic is about 20 minutes away. |
| Price range | [VERIFY: current resale price range for Hampton Lake homes] Verify current figure |
| Annual fees | [VERIFY: current Hampton Lake annual assessment and lake fees] Verify current figure |
What golf is available?
No golf course in the community. Several nearby courses, including Hilton Head Island's resort courses, are within 20 minutes.
What about water access?
A 165-acre private lake with boating, fishing, kayaking, a residents' boat ramp, and a lakefront beach at the lake house. A lakefront sand beach at the lake house; no ocean beach. The Atlantic is about 20 minutes away.
What is the community actually like?
- 165-acre private lake for boating and fishing
- Lake house amenity center with pool and beach
- No golf means lower amenity overhead than a club community
- Fee-based boat launch with limited permitted craft
- Single-level and two-story homes built around the lake and its amenity campus
What does it cost to live in Hampton Lake?
Purchase price
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Annual carrying cost
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On top of purchase price, remember property taxes (4% legal-residence assessment after filing Form PD-105), flood and wind insurance, and any club dues or resident fees. Every community updates its budget annually, so ask for the current assessment summary and the latest club dues in writing before making an offer.
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Answers
Hampton Lake questions, answered
Is Hampton Lake gated?
Yes, Hampton Lake is a gated lake community in the Bluffton area.
Does Hampton Lake have a golf course?
No. Hampton Lake has no golf; the community centers on the lake and its amenity campus. Golf is available nearby on the island or at mainland clubs.
Can you boat on Hampton Lake?
Yes. The 165-acre lake supports boating, kayaking, and fishing, with a private ramp for residents. Boat types are limited to keep the lake quiet. [VERIFY: current boat rules and lake fees]
What does Hampton Lake cost per year?
Hampton Lake has an annual property owners assessment that includes basic lake access; boating privileges carry their own fee. [VERIFY: current Hampton Lake assessment]
What home types are in Hampton Lake?
Single-family homes and some villas on lake and interior lots, mostly built since the 2000s. [VERIFY: current inventory and price range]
Next step
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