Long Cove Club, Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island · Gated Golf & Deepwater Community

Long Cove Club

Set along the deep tidal waters of Broad Creek, Long Cove Club is a gated Hilton Head Island community anchored by a Pete Dye–designed golf course of national distinction — where wooded natural landscape and club-caliber amenities define a quieter, more intimate expression of island living.

At a glance

Long Cove Club at a glance

Set along the deep tidal waters of Broad Creek, Long Cove Club is a gated Hilton Head Island community anchored by a Pete Dye–designed golf course of national distinction — where wooded natural landscape and club-caliber amenities define a quieter, more intimate expression of island living.

Location
Long Cove Club, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Median sale price
$972,500 median (all homes, May 2026)
Short-term rentals
Not permitted
Character
An intimate, member-owned golf community on Broad Creek

The Community

Living in Long Cove Club

Long Cove Club occupies a forested stretch of Hilton Head Island's central corridor, positioned directly on Broad Creek with deepwater frontage. Its gated residential character distinguishes it from the island's larger resort-scale developments — the grounds are heavily wooded, naturally landscaped, and shaped by a pace that feels deliberately unhurried.

At the heart of the community is a Pete Dye–designed golf course recognized among the Lowcountry's finest. Dye's design vocabulary — sculpted fairways, strategic water integration, and terrain that demands precision — is fully realized here. This is not a resort amenity course; it is a legitimate destination that draws golfers from across the region.

Long Cove Club's central island position places it within minutes of Hilton Head's Atlantic beaches, marina districts, and dining corridors, while the community itself maintains a distinctly tranquil, nature-forward atmosphere suited to year-round ownership and seasonal residence alike.

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The Lifestyle

Deepwater access on Broad Creek is one of Long Cove Club's most consequential features for buyers with boating as a priority. The creek connects to the broader Lowcountry waterway network, making the community a practical and scenic base for on-water pursuits across the region. Golf anchors the club experience year-round — the Pete Dye course functions as a genuine destination, not background amenity.

The rhythm of daily life at Long Cove Club reflects its wooded, creek-side setting: measured, quiet, and removed from the heavier traffic of the island's resort corridors. Hilton Head's full range of restaurants, shops, recreational facilities, and beaches remains within easy reach, offering the breadth of island living without surrendering the enclave's natural character.

The Real Estate

Long Cove Club's residential inventory includes golf-front properties, Broad Creek deepwater parcels, and homes set within the wooded interior of the community. The community's intimate scale limits available inventory at any given time, and properties trade on the combination of natural setting, deepwater access, and membership in a nationally recognized private golf community. Price character aligns with the upper tier of the Hilton Head market — consistent with gated communities offering direct creek frontage and a distinguished on-site course. The short-term rental prohibition reinforces a buyer profile oriented toward long-term ownership rather than investment-driven turnover.

Rental Income

Short-term rentals in Long Cove Club

Long Cove Club prohibits short-term rentals. Vacation rental arrangements — including platforms such as Airbnb and VRBO — are not permitted under the community's governing documents. Buyers whose acquisition strategy depends on short-term rental income should evaluate Hilton Head communities with permissive covenants. Long-term rentals may be permitted; confirm current governing documents, restrictions, and any applicable requirements with the HOA and legal counsel prior to purchase.

Buyer Questions

Long Cove Club — answered

Can you short-term rent a home in Long Cove Club, or does it allow Airbnb and vacation rentals?
No. Long Cove Club prohibits short-term rentals. The community's governing documents do not permit vacation rental arrangements, including platforms such as Airbnb or VRBO. Buyers interested in short-term rental income should explore other Hilton Head communities where such use is permitted — COAST brokered by eXp Realty can identify those options.
Is Long Cove Club good for boating and deepwater access?
Yes. Long Cove Club sits directly on Broad Creek, which offers genuine deepwater access connecting to the broader Lowcountry waterway network. For buyers who prioritize boating as a central part of ownership, the community's creek frontage is a meaningful and practical feature of the location.
What is the golf like at Long Cove Club on Hilton Head Island?
Long Cove Club is anchored by a Pete Dye–designed course recognized among the finest in the Lowcountry. Dye's characteristic design — strategic bunkering, water integration, and layouts that reward course management over raw distance — is fully on display. The course draws serious golfers from across the region and holds a standing that goes well beyond a standard resort or amenity track.
Is Long Cove Club a good place to buy a second home or primary residence on Hilton Head?
Long Cove Club suits both purposes well. Its gated setting, deepwater access on Broad Creek, and nationally recognized golf course make it a strong candidate for a Hilton Head second home, while its central island location and year-round amenities support primary residency equally. The short-term rental prohibition means the community is structured around owner-occupancy and long-term use — a distinction that shapes the character of ownership here.
Is Long Cove Club a gated community on Hilton Head Island?
Yes. Long Cove Club is a gated residential community. Its controlled access and relatively intimate scale contribute to the quieter, more nature-forward character that distinguishes it from many of the island's larger resort developments.
How close is Long Cove Club to Hilton Head's beaches, dining, and marinas?
Long Cove Club occupies a central position on the island, placing Hilton Head's Atlantic beaches, marina districts, restaurants, and retail corridors within minutes. The community's wooded, creek-side setting provides a sense of remove from the island's busier resort corridors while keeping the full range of island amenities conveniently accessible.
What are homes like at Long Cove Club — styles, inventory, and price character?
Residential inventory at Long Cove Club spans golf-front properties, Broad Creek deepwater parcels, and homes set within the community's wooded interior. The enclave's limited scale naturally constrains available supply. Pricing aligns with the upper segment of the Hilton Head market, reflecting deepwater frontage, access to a Dye-designed private course, and the premium associated with a gated, low-density setting on the island.
Does Long Cove Club have an HOA, and what should buyers understand before purchasing?
Long Cove Club is governed by community covenants and an association that maintains amenities, common areas, and governing rules — including the prohibition on short-term rentals. Buyers should request and review current governing documents, fee schedules, and any pending assessments directly with the association and their legal counsel before closing. COAST brokered by eXp Realty can help facilitate that due diligence process.
Does Long Cove Club allow vacation rentals or Airbnb?
No. Long Cove Club prohibits short-term rentals, including Airbnb-style stays. Ownership here is structured around full-time and seasonal residential use rather than a rental rotation, so buyers looking for an income-property strategy should factor that in before making an offer.
Who buys homes in Long Cove Club and what is it best suited for?
Long Cove Club is best suited to a private, nature-forward lifestyle built around deepwater boating on Broad Creek and golf on a Pete Dye-designed course. Its wooded, naturally landscaped grounds and quieter pace suit both year-round and seasonal ownership, and its central island location keeps beaches, dining, and marinas just minutes away. It's a fit for buyers prioritizing privacy and access to the water and course over a larger-scale amenity campus.
Is Long Cove Club gated and private, and how big is the community?
Yes, Long Cove Club is a private, gated community on Hilton Head Island. It's built at a relatively intimate scale compared to many of the island's larger developments, which gives it a quieter, more unhurried character; the bank doesn't carry an exact acreage or homesite count, so an agent can pull the precise figures for you.
How does Long Cove Club compare to other private Hilton Head golf communities for a personal-use buyer?
What sets Long Cove Club apart is the combination of a nationally recognized Pete Dye golf course, deepwater access via Broad Creek, and heavily wooded, naturalistic grounds, features not every private Hilton Head golf community pairs together. Its smaller scale also gives it a quieter, more intimate feel than many of the island's larger gated developments, while still keeping beaches, dining, and marinas minutes away. For a personal-use buyer weighing privacy and setting alongside golf and boating access, that combination is the main differentiator.

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The Market · May 2026

What are homes selling for in Long Cove Club?

Here is what homes in Long Cove Club are actually selling for, from the latest published Hilton Head Area Association of REALTORS® market report.

$972,500median sale price · all homes212 days on market · 94.8% of list price · 6 sold

Source: Hilton Head Area Association of REALTORS® — published May 2026 market report.

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