Port Royal Plantation is a very residential oceanfront plantation.  While often beach oriented properties are not clearly divided between oceanfront and sound front, Port Royal has both.

Port Royal Sound is a magnificent deep water natural port – reportedly the second largest on the east coast after Long Island.  It is a natural beach front that produces many varieties of shore birds that can be enjoyed on a daily basis, although many of them are migratory.   Boating activity is varied with shrimpers and recreational boaters alike enjoying the great waterway.  Occasionally, a large ship can be sited carrying a load of bananas or even a freighter; but it is not generally used as a large port at this time.

The remainder of the shoreline in Port Royal is oceanfront.  Being located at the heel of the island (most people think Hilton Head is shaped like a shoe), at the right angle is where Port Royal’s beach transcends.  The beachfront on the Atlantic Ocean side normally has more surf and therefore, creates more ocean sounds.  The breezes are delightful in both areas.  The entire beachfront is connected and provides an extraordinary venue for daily walks and spiritual renewal.

Interestingly, in 2009, 6 beachfront homes sold in Port Royal Plantation from $2,100,000 to $3,675,000 while currently, there is only 1 beachfront home listed for sale at $2,795,000.  Therefore, in spite of the economy, it must be noted that this market area has remained extremely strong.  The average sale price to list price was approximately 90%.

Many of the purchases were excellent buying opportunities.  Please contact me by phone or email if you would like to receive priority notification on Port Royal Plantation or other Hilton Head real estate opportunities.