$18.5M SC island home for sale has ocean & golf views, jellyfish-inspired chandelier. See inside
When it comes to luxury coastal living, buyers are often forced to choose between oceanfront views or a front-row seat to world-class golf.
But this $18.5 million estate on Kiawah Island eliminates that decision, offering scenes of both the Atlantic Ocean and the 14th hole of the Jack Nicklaus–designed Turtle Point Golf Course.
Built 10 years ago, the four-level residence at 9 Nicklaus Lane spans 8,024 square feet and includes seven bedrooms and six-and-a-half bathrooms. Kiawah Island Real Estate notes that the home sits on an elevated piece of land, allowing for unobstructed sights of the ocean and Turtle Point’s 14th hole — one of seven golf courses on the island.
Turtle Point has hosted numerous championship events, including the 1990 PGA Cup Matches and the Carolinas Amateur. It is also slated to co-host the 2029 Girls and Boys Junior PGA Championships.
Designed by architect Zach Carney, the home blends traditional Lowcountry architecture with refined luxury and meticulous craftsmanship. The red cedar–shingle exterior rests on a foundation of Old Savannah brick, while bluestone accents frame the front and rear staircases, porches and pool surround.
Inside, the home features wide-plank French oak flooring, custom cabinetry, solid Canadian mahogany doors and windows and high-end appliances.
A three-story foyer also makes for a grand entrance, which includes a curved staircase, gallery overlooks and a multi-level chandelier inspired by jellyfish.
Unique lighting is another characteristic throughout the home, which features handblown glass and crystal fixtures from Prague, as well as bronze and brushed antique chandeliers, pendants and wall fixtures.
The layout of the home was designed to maximize both views and livability. Six of the seven bedrooms enjoy ocean views, and five offer direct access to decks overlooking the water or golf course (or both).
The primary suite includes a sitting area separated from the bathroom by a see-through fireplace, along with a dressing room and an adjoining laundry space outfitted with dual washer and dryer sets, tall windows and a private balcony.
Amenities include a custom-built teak wine cellar with a barrel-vaulted ceiling, a heated in-deck saltwater pool and spa, a summer kitchen, an outdoor fireplace and two large outdoor showers. All three fireplaces in the home are convertible to wood-burning.
The top floor features a bunk room with built-in bunks and captain’s beds, designed to accommodate guests and families.
Adding to the home’s appeal, a Kiawah Island Club Golf Membership is available with purchase, granting access to the private Cassique and River Course, a 9,000 square-foot fitness facility, oceanfront beach clubs, five-star dining, a luxury spa, boathouse, Marsh House and the Two Meeting Street Inn – a restored circa-1890 Queen Anne Victorian mansion in historic downtown Charleston.
To view the full listing from Kiawah Island Real Estate, click here.
This story was originally published January 23, 2026 at 4:30 AM.
