Ricefield Bluff Plantation at Palmetto Bluff
Ricefield Bluff Plantation at Palmetto Bluff
$60,000,000
Bluffton, South Carolina
5700 +/- Acres
Welcome to Ricefield Bluff
Once in a lifetime Property
Asking Price:
$60,000,000
Listing ID : 23250050
Acreage : 5700 +/-
Availability : For Sale - Notable
Area : Bluffton
County : Beaufort County
Features :
Bottomland, Can Be Subdivided, Hardwood Forest, Hunting, Maritime Forest, River Frontage, Water Front, Wetlands, Conservation Potential, Acreage, Underground Utilities
For the first time in over 25 years, Ricefield Bluff Plantation presents a once-in-a-lifetime and unparalleled opportunity. This vast expanse, over 5,700 acres of pristine coastal maritime forest, evokes the wild essence that captivated land barons for centuries. Under meticulous stewardship since 1930, the managed forest boasts soaring pine plantations, virgin stands of hardwood timber, draped in Spanish moss presiding over 11 miles along the wild New River and it’s rhythmic tides, offering a unique interplay of terrestrial and aquatic realms.
Rich History & Heritage
Since its inception in the early 1970’s as a 20,000 acre corporate hunting retreat for Union Camp clients and executives, this property has benefited from continuous, long-term game and timber management. Early visitors, captivated by the land’s sheer beauty and scale, eagerly sought invitations to experience its grandeur and wildlife populations. Though diminished in size from it’s former footprint, the Ricefield Bluff remains a vital natural habitat, supporting a thriving array of indigenous and migratory species. Whitetail deer, Eastern wild turkey, Migratory Waterfowl, American Alligator and songbirds flourish within its boundaries.
Secluded Hammocks
This truly singular American landholding, with its intricate tidal river system and secluded hammocks, offer a rare and profound solitude, a place where human presence is a fleeting rarity. Explore the dynamic interplay between freshwater and saltwater ecosystems, as the river flows from its inland source to the Atlantic, a testament to the rich biodiversity of this exceptional maritime preserve. Amidst the dwindling expanse of grand coastal estates in the South Carolina Lowcountry, Ricefield Bluff stands as a paragon of exclusivity and exemplary land stewardship, a benchmark against which all others are judged.
Two Bridge Access Points
The Palmetto Bluff 20,000 acre asset was acquired by Walcam Land Group, the predecessor to the current owner Pioneer Land and Timber, LLC in 2000. The asset for sale is the retained 5700 acre portion apart from the Palmetto Bluff Planned Unit Development which is currently limited to 4,000 dwelling units. Within the offering for sale there are 10 Palmetto Bluff dwelling units available as well as 6 New Riverside dwelling units on Parcel 8B.
After 25 years of ownership, the owners have decided to offer Ricefield Bluff for sale. This tract has been solely managed for wildlife and timber by the principals Chip and Chris Campbell of Pioneer Land & Timber providing the ecological habitat for all manner of game and wildlife including robust turkey, deer and migratory waterfowl and dove populations.
Uniquely Positioned
Despite the limited subdivision allowance, the tract is uniquely positioned to continue producing significant revenue and tax credits through timber management, potential mitigation and carbon sequestration opportunities. Additionally, there are 6 New Riverside development units on the 117 acre tract referred to as 8B situated at the entrance to Palmetto Bluff offering a minor development opportunity to remain under private ownership or offer for sale.
Due to the owner’s intimate knowledge of the land, the tract has been conceptually parceled into 7 tracts that can be subdivided if not sold in bulk. These parcels have been thoughtfully chosen based on the land’s attributes and natural division corridors. A Mitigation proposal, January 2025 Timber Inventory and subdivision concepts available upon request.
Catherine Harrison Cobb
Sarah Sanford
Beaufort County, SC
Located in Beaufort County, South Carolina, this unique property provides convenient access to Savannah, Hilton Head Island, Beaufort, South Carolina and Charleston, South Carolina
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Located adjacent to Palmetto Bluff’s World Renowned Resort and luxury development in the town of Bluffton, SC in Southern Beaufort County
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Can Be Subdivided
Deer Stand
Hardwood Forest
Historic
Hunting
Marsh Front
Mature Timber
Wetlands
Wooded
Zoned Agricultural
Conservation Potential
Acreage
