Community profile · Hilton Head Island
Hilton Head Plantation.
Gated community
Hilton Head Plantation is a 4,100-acre master-planned community at the north end of the island with four private golf clubs, deep water access near Windmill Harbour, and a network of leisure paths. It is one of the largest residential communities on Hilton Head.
Last updated October 2026 By Kim Striker
Where is Hilton Head Plantation located?
Hilton Head Plantation occupies the northwest corner of Hilton Head Island, between Port Royal Sound and the Intracoastal Waterway, off William Hilton Parkway near the bridge to the mainland.
| Location | Hilton Head Plantation occupies the northwest corner of Hilton Head Island, between Port Royal Sound and the Intracoastal Waterway, off William Hilton Parkway near the bridge to the mainland. |
| Access | Security-gated at several entrances. Residents and property owners use gate credentials; visitors check in at the gate. |
| Golf | Four private clubs: the Country Club of Hilton Head, Oyster Reef Golf Club, Bear Creek Golf Club, and Dolphin Head Golf Club. |
| Water | No private beach, but the community borders Port Royal Sound and the Intracoastal Waterway, with marina access nearby at Windmill Harbour at the community's entrance. |
| Beach | No ocean beach inside the gates. The community has water frontage on Port Royal Sound and the Intracoastal. |
| Price range | [VERIFY: current resale price range for Hilton Head Plantation homes and villas] Verify current figure |
| Annual fees | [VERIFY: current Hilton Head Plantation annual property owners assessment] Verify current figure |
What golf is available?
Four private clubs: the Country Club of Hilton Head, Oyster Reef Golf Club, Bear Creek Golf Club, and Dolphin Head Golf Club.
What about water access?
No private beach, but the community borders Port Royal Sound and the Intracoastal Waterway, with marina access nearby at Windmill Harbour at the community's entrance. No ocean beach inside the gates. The community has water frontage on Port Royal Sound and the Intracoastal.
What is the community actually like?
- Four private golf clubs within the gates
- Windmill Harbour, with marina slips and homes at the community entrance
- Port Royal Sound and Intracoastal Waterway frontage
- Over 20 miles of leisure paths crossing the community
- Multiple gated neighborhoods with their own character
What does it cost to live in Hilton Head Plantation?
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
Hilton Head Plantation questions, answered
Is Hilton Head Plantation gated?
Yes. Hilton Head Plantation has manned security gates and is one of the largest gated communities on the island.
How many golf courses are in Hilton Head Plantation?
There are four: the Country Club of Hilton Head, Oyster Reef Golf Club, Bear Creek Golf Club, and Dolphin Head Golf Club. Membership is separate from property ownership. [VERIFY: current club membership requirements]
Does Hilton Head Plantation have a marina?
The plantation itself has water frontage, and Windmill Harbour sits at its entrance with marina slips, a deep-water channel, and residential properties. [VERIFY: current Windmill Harbour slip availability]
Does Hilton Head Plantation have beach access?
No. The community borders Port Royal Sound and the Intracoastal Waterway but has no ocean beach. Island beaches are a short drive away.
What is the annual assessment at Hilton Head Plantation?
The property owners association levies an annual assessment for security, roads, and common areas; some neighborhoods carry additional fees. [VERIFY: current Hilton Head Plantation annual assessment]
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