Hilton Head Island, SC

The backyard is a put-in: Park Creek opens directly into Port Royal Sound

A remarkable expression of Ꮮowcountry luxury! 258 Seabrook Drive is perfect for entertaining & centrally located in the Skull Creek area of Hilton Head Plantation - next to Springlake, The Country Club of HH & Dolphin Head! This property offers exceptional privacy and architectural presence beneath a cathedral canopy of live oaks with saltwater tidal marsh views of Park Creek, which opens directly into the Port Royal Sound. …

$1,695,0004 Beds  ·  4 Baths (3 Full / 1 Half)  ·  4,291 Sq Ft  ·  1/2 to 1 Acre Lot

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4Bedrooms
4Baths · 3 Full / 1 Half
4,291Sq Ft
1994Year Built
3Garage
1/2 to 1 Acre LotHomesite

Notable features

BalconyRear PorchPoolSmoke DetectorsMarsh View & Trees/Woods viewsBeach RightsBeach Access

The Residence

258 Seabrook Drive

Set beneath a cathedral canopy of live oaks in the Skull Creek area of Hilton Head Plantation, 258 Seabrook Drive is a 4,291-square-foot, three-level residence where the saltwater tidal marsh of Park Creek — which opens directly into Port Royal Sound — is a daily practice rather than a view: fish, crab or kayak from your own backyard. Behind the plantation's north-shore gate, a dramatic two-story foyer and six-foot gallery lead to formal living and dining rooms, a wet bar, and a richly appointed library/office with built-ins, library ladder and coffered detail. A three-stop elevator serves all three levels. Four bedrooms, four baths, a pool, balcony and rear porch, and three-bay garage capacity complete the plan, on a half-to-one-acre lot with marsh and wooded views. Centrally placed near Springlake, The Country Club of Hilton Head and Dolphin Head, with Plantation beach rights and access.

The Highlights

Set on a half-acre-plus homesite with long views across tidal marsh and mature woods, this 4,291-square-foot residence lives entirely in its setting, with balcony, deck, and porch arranged to follow the light across the water and the trees. The main-level primary suite and fireplace anchor four bedrooms and four baths in comfortable, unhurried proportion, while a three-car garage keeps the practical well out of view.

The value

At this level, value rests less on square-foot comparison than on what can't be reproduced — marsh view views in Hilton Head Island. Offerings of this kind are genuinely limited, which is what sustains their position in the market.

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The Setting

Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island, SC — about 12 miles of Atlantic beach, championship golf, marinas and dining, with direct access via Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV). One of the Southeast's premier coastal markets for primary residences, seasonal second homes and rental-income properties.

Community amenities

Beach AccessBasketball CourtBocce CourtMarinaDog ParkFire PitGarden Area
David Carroll

David Carroll

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Hilton Head Island Realtor — local real estate experience since 1986.

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Questions

Frequently asked

Can I rent out a house in Hilton Head Plantation short term, or is there a minimum lease?

Hilton Head Plantation prohibits short-term rental by POA covenant, with minimum lease terms generally in the 90-day to six-month range. The Town's separate short-term rental permit does not override that covenant, so this is an owner-occupied or long-lease residence rather than a vacation-rental property.

Is Hilton Head Plantation oceanfront, or is it on Port Royal Sound?

Hilton Head Plantation sits on the Sound side of the island, not the Atlantic beachfront. 258 Seabrook Drive looks over saltwater tidal marsh on Park Creek, which opens directly into Port Royal Sound — creek-and-marsh water, with beach access provided through the community.

Does owning in Hilton Head Plantation include golf at Dolphin Head, Bear Creek, Oyster Reef or the Country Club of Hilton Head?

No — gate access and golf membership are separate. The courses in and around the community operate their own memberships and fee structures, so play is arranged with the club rather than conveyed with the home. Your agent can walk you through current membership paths.

What does the HHPPOA assessment in Hilton Head Plantation actually cover?

The POA assessment funds the community's shared infrastructure and amenities — gated entries, roads and common grounds, and resident amenities including beach access, the marina area, dog park, and the basketball and bocce courts. Your agent can confirm the exact current annual figure.

Where can I launch a kayak or keep a boat if I live in Hilton Head Plantation?

The community includes a marina on Skull Creek for boat access. From 258 Seabrook Drive you can also fish, crab and kayak from your own backyard on Park Creek, which opens directly into Port Royal Sound.

Are there homes in Hilton Head Plantation with an elevator serving all three levels?

Yes — 258 Seabrook Drive is one of them. The home spans three levels with a three-stop elevator, so every floor is reachable without the stairs, and the primary suite is on the main level.

How is Hilton Head Plantation different from Sea Pines or Palmetto Dunes for a non-rental, owner-occupied residence?

Sea Pines and Palmetto Dunes are resort communities oriented toward vacation rentals. Hilton Head Plantation prohibits short-term rental by covenant, so the surrounding homes are owner-occupied or long-lease — a quieter, residential rhythm year-round rather than weekly guest turnover.

Is a 1994 synthetic stucco house on Hilton Head a moisture risk, and what inspection should I order?

It is a fair question on any Lowcountry home of this era, and the answer comes from inspection rather than assumption: order a moisture-probe EIFS/stucco inspection from a certified inspector alongside your general inspection. The roof here was replaced in 2023 and the HVAC in 2026.

Which Hilton Head Plantation homes have marsh views over Park Creek or Skull Creek?

258 Seabrook Drive is one — it sits in the Skull Creek area of the community with saltwater tidal marsh views over Park Creek, beneath a canopy of live oaks. True creek-and-marsh frontage is a limited subset of the community's homes.

What is the beach situation in Hilton Head Plantation — how far is the walking beach at Dolphin Head?

Ownership here includes beach rights and beach access through the community, with Dolphin Head among the Sound-side beach and park areas residents use. 258 Seabrook Drive is centrally located in the Skull Creek area near Dolphin Head; your agent can confirm the exact drive distance.

Is $1,695,000 reasonable for a 4,291-square-foot home on the marsh here?

Yes — at 4,291 square feet on a half-to-one-acre marsh-front lot with a three-car garage, pool and three-stop elevator, it is priced in line with the island's $1M-plus segment, where supply has tightened and buyers have room to evaluate carefully.

What major systems have been updated on this 1994 home?

The roof was replaced in 2023 and the HVAC in 2026 — the two largest-ticket items on a home of this age, already handled. Your agent can provide the full improvement record and documentation for your review.

Can I fish, crab or kayak from the property itself?

Yes. The home backs to saltwater tidal marsh on Park Creek, which opens directly into Port Royal Sound, so fishing, crabbing and kayaking happen from your own backyard — with the community marina on Skull Creek for larger boat access.

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