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Lowcountry Water-View Home on Millers Pond in Port Royal
This is Lowcountry living at its most poetic: a single-story home sited on Millers Pond where egrets, herons, ibis and even eagles patrol the brackish water while specimen live oaks draped in Spanish moss frame the view. Arrive under a hardwood canopy that feels private and postcard-perfect, then step into a freshly painted interior arranged for relaxed entertaining and everyday comfort.
The living areas open to one another yet read as intentional rooms—a great room, a dining area, and a casual Carolina space with walls of windows that bring the pond into every gathering. Wide-plank wood floors travel through the public rooms while a brick feature wall with an electric fireplace anchors the main living space. The kitchen is an upper-tier workhorse: custom cabinetry, expansive countertop workspace and a generously sized center island with bar seating. Professional-grade conveniences include a Thermador six-burner gas range with oven, a French-door refrigerator, a second wall oven, a beverage cooler and a dedicated pantry—set up for holiday crowds or a chef’s weekly routines.
The bedroom layout is ideal for guests and owners alike. A primary en-suite looks across the water and offers a soaking tub, a seamless glass shower, double vanities and a private water closet. There’s a guest suite that also enjoys pond views, and the third bedroom is roomy with its own bath and a walk-in closet—perfect for family, remote work, or long-stay visitors. Practical systems like in-unit laundry, central A/C and an attached two-car garage round out the thoughtful functionality.
Set inside the private, ocean-front Port Royal Plantation community, this home pairs cultivated Lowcountry character with modernized systems and finishes. Whether you’re entertaining inside or watching birdlife from the screened porch, the property offers a rare combination of privacy, scale and island living. A professionally produced video tour is available via the listing link—highly recommended to appreciate the property’s setting and flow.
Hilton Head Island, SC
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Location
3 Oak Creek Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC, 29928
Port Royal Plantation is a distinguished, ocean-front enclave on Hilton Head Island known for its mature live oaks, marsh and pond shorelines, and cultivated Lowcountry atmosphere. Residents enjoy a relaxed island tempo with private community character—many homes sit on sheltered waterways or tree-lined streets that invite birdwatching and quiet walks. The plantation’s proximity to Hilton Head’s beaches, dining and recreational options makes it appealing to second-home buyers and full-time residents seeking both privacy and convenient island access. The setting around Millers Pond emphasizes nature, privacy, and the distinctive coastal landscape that defines Hilton Head.
Strong coastal recreation access — pondfront birdwatching on-site, with island beaches, golf, and community amenities a short drive away for boating, biking and outdoor pursuits.
A factual market snapshot around 3 Oak Creek Dr.
This list price of $1,375,000 aligns exactly with the valuation midpoint produced from the listing data (estimated midpoint $1,375,000; price-per-square-foot approximately $577; confidence score 0.65). Those numbers place this home competitively within higher-tier single-family offerings on Hilton Head Island—especially for water-view homes inside Port Royal Plantation, where scarcity and site quality drive demand. While island markets can fluctuate seasonally, waterfront and plantation-community homes typically see shorter marketing periods than general inventory because buyers prioritize location and outdoor setting. For buyers, this means well-priced, move-in-ready properties attract prompt attention; for sellers, properly marketed homes with high-end kitchens and turnkey interiors frequently receive multiple showings quickly. Given the combination of elevated finishes, single-level living and a private pondfront site, this property is positioned to perform well in today’s Port Royal segment—buyers should be prepared to act decisively and verify comparable recent sales and days-on-market through their agent.
What stands out about this property.
Interior Features
- Single-level floor plan
- Wide-plank wood flooring
- Brick feature wall with electric fireplace
- Custom kitchen cabinetry
- Center island with bar seating
- Thermador 6-burner gas range and oven
- Second wall oven and beverage cooler
- Pantry and abundant countertop workspace
- Primary en-suite with soaking tub and seamless glass shower
- In-unit laundry
Exterior & Lot
- Pondfront on Millers Pond with tidal water views
- Specimen live oaks draped with Spanish moss
- Private, tree-canopied setting
- Screened porch / Carolina room (views to pond)
- 2-car garage
- Located within Port Royal Plantation
Location & Neighborhood
- Private ocean-front Port Royal Plantation community
- Refined Lowcountry neighborhood character
- Close access to island amenities and beaches (Port Royal Plantation membership amenities vary)
- Quiet, wooded residential street
Walkability & Recreation
- Walkability Rating: 30/100 — Car-Dependent
- Waterfront birdwatching and shoreline viewing
- Community and island recreation nearby
- Golf courses and beach access within the greater Hilton Head Island area
- Neighborhood green spaces and mature landscaping