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South Carolina Retirement Communities in this section are not age-qualified but are good for retirement. For over 55 communities in South Carolina, please go to Southeast retirement communities.

...in this photo you really can feel the wet sand between your toes..the rising sun on the horizon promises another lazy day at the beach..the climate is warmer along the coastal areas. If this is your dream, read on.

South Carolina is also loved by golfers. In the Spring, golfers come to this state for its warm climate and golf. Myrtle Beach with its 100 golf courses, twenty of which have been ranked in the top 100 by Golf Digest, is a popular golf and retirement destination.

Hilton Head Island and Myrtle Beach are the most popular areas for a coastal retirement; other retirement areas are Aiken, Augusta, Charleston, Greenville and more.

Golf is so popular in South Carolina that you will find most communities have golf courses nearby even if it is not included at the community--but please check.

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Aiken

The Reserve at Woodside Plantation Aiken SC - master-planned community. Niklaus golf course - equestrian. 2 hours to Carolina beaches. Low maintenance villas to estates. 30 acres of nature preserves with ponds for fishing. Offers "The Reserve Club." New homes now at The Cloisters luxury community. The Reserve at Woodside Plantation

Cedar Creek Aiken - Small quaint town. University of South Carolina nearby - Aiken Branch is here with Academy of Lifelong Learning. Newest neighborhood features 1/2 acre wooded lots backing to green space. Senior Wellness Center. Village Green. Smaller patio homes and assisted living center are planned for future. Single-family homes from $375,000. 18-hole semi-private golf course by Arthur Hills. Miles of walking trails, designated bicycle lane and more. Cedar Creek

North Augusta

Mount Vintage Plantation and Golf Club North Augusta, South Carolina and minutes to Augusta Georgia and Aiken SC - Athletic Center, Equestrian facility, 5000 acres, town center. Maintenance-free community. Walking and biking. Patio homes start $300's. Lots available. Mount Vintage Plantation and Golf Club

Lake Greenwood

Grand Harbor Golf and Yacht Club On Lake Greenwood. Also, award-winning golf - variety of homestyles. Homesites start less than $90,000. Exclusive gated. Patriot Golf Course. Lake-front yacht club is coming. See link for The Plantation, below. Grand Harbor Golf and Yacht Club

The Plantation Next to Grand Harbor on Lake Greenwood. Gated with Equestrian Center. Grand Harbor - The Plantation

McCormick-Lake Thurmond

Savannah Lakes VillageMcCormick. On Lake Thurmond. Lake Thurmond is 90% underdeveloped and is the largest man-made lake East of Mississippi. This is one of the more affordable communities with lake amenities. Homesites start at $25,000 - golf sites start at $50,000 and lakefront $85,000-370,000. Homes $180's and up. Ideal for boating and fishing and 2 golf courses. Unique climate nestled in forests. Savannah Lakes Village

Hilton Head

Callahassee Island Near Hilton Head - Wildlife habitat. 27-hole championship golf, tennis, fitness, deep water docks. Homes from $300,000. Homesites from $100,000.

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Aiken

Photo by The Ridge at Chukker Creek in Aiken The Ridge at Chukker Creek Aiken - Unique features make this community interesting - all-age community has a retirement focus - equestrian facilties - considered a "green" community (for savings on energy and maintenance), homes are built to green-built guidelines. See their website for all the details. Spring-fed pond, Nature Preserve, Athletic complex, trail network, waterfront community center and more. The Ridge at Chukker Creek in Aiken

Bluffton

Hampton LakeBluffton - Discovery package. Freshwater lake community near Hilton Head. The new Amenity Village will be the focal point of activities. Adults-only pool with cabanas. Also, boathouse, dog park, fitness and more.

See their Vacation Ownership program where you can come part of the year and rent out your home when you aren't there. Hampton Lake Community

Aiken

Kalmia Landing Aiken - charming smaller community is very near the University of South Carolina in Aiken with continuing education. Also near the Aiken regional medical center. Resale homes and lots. Kalmia Landing

Harbor Club Near Georgetown marina. Deep water slips, views of Winyah Bay, walking trails, natural lakes - 5 miles from Atlantic jetties.

Cravens Grant Georgetown - gated waterfront community in "Low Country" on Winyah Bay. Four rivers and Intracoastal waterway meet. Charleston-style homes with porches. Boat dock (verify).

Cravens Grant Waterfront Community

Aiken--the Center of the Equestrian Culture

Brigadoon Near Aiken in the heart of thoroughbred country - equestrian community - 2 polo fields

Also see Mount Vintage Plantation and The Plantation communities under Golf category, above.

For more equestrian, please see Equestrian Retirement Communities

Hilton Head Island:

Shrimp boats near Hilton Head

Overlook at Battery Creek Beaufort - From mid $300's - Marsh views. Minutes to historic Beaufort, Hilton Head, Savannah and Charleston. Quiet and scenic coastal area.

Riverhouse Georgetown - By Litchfield - Homesites from $59,900. Gated, boat storage, docks, outdoor fire pit, pool, private boat ramp, tennis. Myrtle Beach:

Myrtle Beach

Woodland Valley 300 acres - nature preserve - walking trails, lakes, clubhouse, golf. 15 minutes from North Myrtle Beach - golf course community. Gated custom homes and home sites. Nature trails through 100 acres of conservation area. Developers retained a large amount of the tree life providing a buffer between homes. Near Grand Strand but a less congested area. Near Grand Strand Regional Hospital and Coastal Carolina Univ. for continuing education. See local Realtors.

Hilton Head Island

Hampton Pointe - The Villa Collection By Toll Brothers - Minutes to Hilton Head Island. Gated country club style neighborhood with golf, tennis, pool, miles of walk and bike paths, activities and more.

See our Review of Over 55 Retirement Communities at Myrtle Beach

Please verify all prices and information for South Carolina Retirement Communities as they can change. This site is for information only. We do not offer opinions or advice. Always check with your local Realtors or professional advisers.

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