Kiawah River Estates Homes with Formal Living Interior features

Kiawah River Estates Homes with Formal Living Interior features

Welcome to Kiawah River Estates, an exquisite subdivision nestled in the heart of Johns Island, South Carolina, within the picturesque Charleston County. This enchanting community offers a harmonious blend of natural beauty and modern living, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking tranquility and sophistication.

Kiawah River Estates is renowned for its stunning homes, each thoughtfully designed to embrace the picturesque surroundings. The residences here boast formal living interiors, characterized by elegant spaces that exude warmth and sophistication. Imagine hosting gatherings in your beautifully appointed living room, where high ceilings and large windows invite natural light to dance across polished hardwood floors. These homes are crafted with attention to detail, featuring exquisite moldings, custom cabinetry, and upscale finishes that elevate everyday living.

Beyond the homes, Kiawah River Estates offers an array of amenities that cater to an active lifestyle. Residents can enjoy scenic walking trails, lush green spaces, and access to the serene waterways that surround the community. Whether you’re kayaking through tranquil marshes or enjoying a sunset picnic by the river, the outdoor experiences here are simply unmatched.

Living in Kiawah River Estates means you’re just a short drive away from the vibrant culture and historic charm of downtown Charleston, as well as the pristine beaches of Kiawah Island. This community truly embodies the essence of Lowcountry living, where every day feels like a vacation. Discover your dream home in Kiawah River Estates, where elegance meets nature in perfect harmony.

Newest Kiawah River Estates Homes with Formal Living Interior features

$1,650,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths ⋅ 26019414 MLS ⋅ Kiawah River Estates SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Welcome to 2842 Maritime Forest! This newer construction custom home offers a blend of luxury, comfort, and exclusivity in one of the most sought-after locations on Johns Island. The open floor plan boasts a large chiefs gourmet kitchen with an oversized island, custom cabinets, and Thermidor appliances and double built in refrigerator is ideal for entertaining. The family room is open to the kitchen and the 10' ceilings on the first floor with 8' doors and 9' ceilings on the second level creates a grand atmosphere. There is a formal dining room as well as a separate office just off the foyer and a half bath. The primary bedroom is on the main level with large primary bathroom and walk in closets. Upstairs you will find three large bedrooms and two bathrooms in addition to a flex space.The two door garage is enormous, providing ample storage and has an EV 50 amp charging station already installed. The rear yard is completely fenced. Kiawah River Estates has the ability to join the Kiawah Governors Club with access to the five Kiawah Golf Courses, Pools and beaches.

2842 Maritime Forest Drive, Johns Island
$1,030,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths ⋅ 26016462 MLS ⋅ Kiawah River Estates SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Tucked at the end of a tree-lined cul-de-sac and backing the 12th green of Oak Point Golf Course, this Lowcountry gem offers the seamless indoor-outdoor lifestyle that defines the very best of coastal South Carolina living.Thoughtfully designed for one-floor ease, the home's main level delivers everything you need: a spacious living room bathed in natural light, a bright kitchen with both eat-in space and a designated dining area, two primary suites each with private ensuite baths, a powder room, and a dedicated laundry. Upstairs, a third bedroom and full bath -- ideal as a guest retreat, home office, or creative studio -- complete the picture.The owners added what may be the home's most beloved space: a generous 12x17 screened porch that bridges the living room and the outdoors.It's the kind of place where mornings begin slowly with coffee and birdsong, and evenings stretch long into the night air. Deer wander the fairway at dusk. Fireflies appear in summer. The Lowcountry puts on a show, and you have a front-row seat. From the porch, step onto the flagstone patio framed by low stone sitting walls that create an intimate gathering space for entertaining. Sheltered by a gentle berm, the patio looks out over the golf course while maintaining a real sense of privacy. Seasonal yellow irises bring bursts of color, and mature landscaping draws songbirds and wildlife throughout the year -- a true backyard sanctuary. All of this within Kiawah River Estates, a gated community resting along Haulover Creek and the Kiawah River on the southern tip of Johns Island. Community amenities include a chilled pool, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball, a clubhouse with fitness room, and a crabbing dock on the water. Freshfields Village, Bohicket Marina, and Beachwalker Park are all within ten minutes. Historic downtown Charleston is 20 miles away. Kiawah Island Resorts offers their Governors Club membership to property owners. Please contact them for complete information. Some homes you live in. This one lives for you.

4339 Hope Plantation Drive, Johns Island
$959,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ 26012286 MLS ⋅ Kiawah River Estates SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
Nestled under mature oak trees and surrounded by gardens, you'll find this beautiful renovated Charleston single. Enter through the piazza with haint blue ceilings into one of two living areas with gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Nine foot ceilings and large windows make for a very functional floor plan bathed in light. The large dining room and kitchen are at the center of the home. The kitchen boasts granite countertops and stainless appliances with a 5-burner gas cooktop. The second living space and the primary suite open to the huge 21X13 screened porch. The primary bath has double vanities, tiled shower and a beautiful soaking tub. Upstairs you will find three bedrooms and another bath. The main guest room has it's own piazza. There is a true two car detached garage with awalkway leading to the garden with two different areas for seating or fire pit. Kiawah River Estates has a beautiful Clubhouse with pool, tennis, pickleball and The Oak Point Golf course. You also have the option to join the Kiawah Island Governor's Club for access to the Kiawah Island amenities. Beach access at the award winning Beachwalker Park is less than 10 minutes away.

4250 Hope Plantation Drive, Johns Island
$1,365,000
5 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths ⋅ 26009711 MLS ⋅ Kiawah River Estates SubDv. ⋅ Active Status
This stunning 3,500 sq.ft. residence is move-in ready, offers several recent upgrades, and boasts breathtaking views of the lagoon and lush fairways of the 8th hole of Kiawah's Oak Point Golf Course. Experience the welcoming community of prestigious Kiawah River Estates, a gated single family home neighborhood located adjacent to Kiawah and Seabrook Islands. Step inside this home to find a masterfully designed main level that provides all your daily needs on one level. The beautifully refinished heart pine floors create a warm, inviting glow. The kitchen flows seamlessly into a sun-drenched morning room and a private screened-in porch -perfect for sipping coffee while soaking in the views.Entertain with ease in the grand, light-filled living room, complete with a cozy gas fireplace and custom built-ins, or host unforgettable dinners in the generous formal dining room. The main-floor primary retreat is a true sanctuary, featuring dual walk-in closets and a spa-like ensuite with a jetted soaking tub and walk-in shower. Upstairs, the luxury continues with a second primary suite, plus three additional guest bedrooms (one perfect for a home office!) and abundant storage closets and two attic spaces. Outdoor living is a dream here! Relax on the welcoming front porch or head to the main level or lower-level screened entertainment areas overlooking the eighth fairway. Practicality meets prestige with an incredible 1,700 sq. ft. three-car garage with ample space remaining for a home workshop, gym and storage. The owner installed a long list of recent high-end upgrades, including a brand-new roof (2026), updated HVAC systems upstairs (2022) and main level (2025), and a new kitchen refrigerator, recently added new heart pine floors in bedrooms and all floors throughout are refinished. Plus, a whole house water filtration system. Enjoy world-class amenities right at your doorstep: Kiawah Island Governors Club membership (optional), the pristine beaches of Kiawah Island are only minutes away. Also, a KRE clubhouse and fitness center, salt water heated and cooled pool, tennis and pickleball courts, and a community dock and kayak launch on scenic Haulover Creek. KRE does not permit short term rentals. You're also just minutes from the upscale boutiques and dining of Freshfields Village, only 15 min away are other upscale dining opportunities: The Royal Tern and Wild Olive, and Lost Isle. Historic Charleston is just 30 minutes away. This Property is more than a home--it's the coastal lifestyle you've been waiting for!

4248 Haulover Drive, Johns Island
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