0 Cole, Folly Beach, SC 29439 (MLS# 26014656)

$6,500,000

0 Cole
Folly Beach, SC 29439
MLS# 26014656

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Property Description
Rare opportunity to acquire Cole Island, a privately owned barrier island gracefully positioned at the confluence of the Folly River and Stono Inlet, just minutes from Folly Beach and historic Charleston. Encompassing approximately 300± acres of highland and marsh, this remarkable coastal sanctuary offers an extraordinary combination of natural beauty, privacy, historical significance, and long-term stewardship potential. Accessible only by boat via a short ride from the Folly Beach public landing or nearby marinas, the island unfolds through sweeping marsh vistas, navigable tidal creeks, protected shoreline, and a mature maritime forest shaded by centuries-old live oaks.

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Contract Info

MLS List Date: 2026-05-20

Status: Active

List Price: $6,500,000

Current Price: $6,500,000

Location Tax Legal

Tax Map #: 4500000003

Street Name: Cole

County: Charleston

State: SC

Zip Code: 29439

Area: 22 - Folly Beach to Battery Island

Tax District: 31 - James Island PSD

Subdivision: None

Elementary School: James Island

Middle School: Camp Road

High School: James Island Charter

Directions: Take a boat from Sunset Cay Marina

General Property Info

Acreage: 303

Potential Short Sale: No

Property Features

Lot Description: Flood and Wetlands; Graded; Non-Tidal Creek; Steep; 10+ Acres; Beachfront; High; Level; Marshfront; Marshview; Ocean View; River Access; Riverfront; Riverview; Rolling Slope; Tidal Creek; Waterfront - Deep; Waterfront - Shallow; Wetlands; Wooded

Dev Status: Raw Land

Zoning: Agricultural; Residential; Other

Uses: Acreage; Agricultural; Grazing; Horse Farm; Hunting; Lots; Residential; Timber; Other

Road Frontage: Dirt; Other

Structures: Utility/Storage Bldg; Other

Documents Available: Aerial Photo; Dock Permit; Driving Directions; Plat

Existing Utilities: No Utilities; Septic At Site

Income From: None

Miscellaneous: Easements; Private Dock At Lot; Will Subdivide

Assessments: No Assessments

Assumable: No

Proposed Financing: Any; Cash; Conventional Loan; Exchange; Other (Use Agent Notes)

Amenities: Dock Facilities; Dog Park; Horses OK; RV Parking; Walk/Jog Trails; Other

Showing Instructions: Contact Listing Agent

Supplements

Rich in American history, Cole Island is home to the remains of historic Fort Palmetto, originally constructed during the War of 1812, with layered ties to both the Revolutionary and Civil War eras. Largely preserved in its natural state, the island presents a compelling opportunity for conservation-minded ownership while allowing for thoughtful, low-impact experiential use. Existing activities have included guided excursions, kayaking along Cole Creek, and curated private gatherings that embrace the island's distinctive landscape and quiet seclusion. Cole Island may offer meaningful opportunities for conservation easements, estate planning strategies, and tax-advantaged ownership structures, all while preserving one of the Charleston coast's most irreplaceable land holdings. Buyers should verify any conservation, tax, or land-use considerations independently. One of the last privately held barrier islands in the Charleston market, Cole Island represents a truly rare legacy acquisition -- a place where history, ecology, and coastal beauty converge in a setting unlikely to be replicated.

Listing Office: Carolina One Real Estate

Last Updated: May - 20 - 2026

0 Cole, Folly Beach, SC 29439 - MLS# 26014656

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