Rose Hill

Discover Lowcountry living at Rose Hill in Bluffton, SC. Enjoy private pools, award-winning golf, and a historic mansion just minutes from Hilton Head beaches.

Welcome to Rose Hill

Enjoy the best of Bluffton in the Rose Hill community
 
Development on this private community began in 1981, centering on the site of the historic Rose Hill plantation house, now known as the Mansion at Rose Hill. Nestled amid gorgeous Lowcountry surroundings, this 2,000-acre gated community in Bluffton, SC, boasts around 1,000 home lots.
 
Rose Hill, SC, real estate offers easy access to the beaches of Hilton Head Island as well as the urban centers of Savannah, GA, and Charleston, SC. Residents enjoy a variety of private amenities, along with a golf course, tennis courts, and an equestrian center that are owned by the community but open to public membership.
With plenty of green space, waterfront homes, a renowned golf course, and much more, buyers seeking homes are sure to love all that Rose Hill real estate in Bluffton, SC, has to offer.
 

What to Love

  • Privacy With a Public Element: Rose Hill real estate in this secure, gated community includes access to golf, tennis, and equestrian centers open to both residents and paying members, as well as private swimming pools, parks, tennis courts, and pickleball courts for residents only.

  • Bluffton’s Best Golfing: The 18-hole golf course, designed by Gene Hamm, was a Community Choice Awards winner in the Best of Bluffton 2025 Public Golf Course category.

  • Abundant Green Space: Bill Baker Park offers 50 acres of beautiful greenery in the heart of the community.

  • Includes a Historic Site: The Mansion at Rose Hill is an enchanting Gothic Revival structure erected in 1858 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1983.

  • Diverse Properties and Price Points: The community’s southern area features about 600 patio-sized to full-size lots, many with views of the golf course. The 400 lots in the northern portion also offer views of the golf course, as well as close access to equestrian amenities, including some larger lots with private barns.

Local Lifestyle

When you start searching for Rose Hill homes for sale in this popular community, you’ll be drawn in not only by the gorgeous homes and scenic environs but also by the active lifestyle residents enjoy. 
 
The community’s 18-hole golf course winds through an enchanting landscape of lagoons, wildlife, and live oaks draped in Spanish moss. The well-managed course is open to residents and the public, with day rates, membership opportunities, and leagues for men and women.
 
Alongside the course is the Rose Hill Golf Club, featuring a pro shop and restaurant. The building underwent a $2 million renovation and reopened in 2020. The course was recently refurbished as well, with new carts, sand, and greens restoration.
 
Once a 27-hole course, nine holes were converted to create 50-acre Bill Baker Park in the heart of the community. This massive green space features fishing areas, restrooms, and fitness stations along the trail, which was recently repaved for walking, jogging, and biking.
 
Rose Hill features three swimming pools. Willow Lake, adjacent to the park, houses a private swimming pool, restrooms, and courts for tennis, bocce, and horseshoes. Colleton Point also offers a private swimming pool and pickleball courts with waterfront views.
 
The final pool is located at the Rose Hill Golf Club. Additional tennis courts, including six clay courts and five specialized junior courts, are open to the public and located across from the Golf Club. There’s also a pro shop featuring attire, equipment, and stringing services.
 
Riders will thrill at the on-site Rose Hill Equestrian Center, offering 50 fenced acres, including a polo field. Equestrian amenities also include a 35-stall barn, a dressage area, and miles of greenbelt riding trails. Only members who board at the center are allowed access.
 
Another highlight of the community is the elegant Mansion at Rose Hill, a historic Gothic Revival home built in 1858. It was badly damaged by a fire in 1987 and underwent a full restoration in 1996. Today, the property serves as an event venue for weddings and retreats. It includes a private pool, billiards room, and library.
 

Dining and Shopping

As you explore Rose Hill, Bluffton, homes for sale, make sure to check out opportunities for dining and shopping. On-site dining can be found at the restaurant at the Rose Hill Golf Club, which offers American cuisine and hosts live music, karaoke nights, and brunches. For upscale dining, residents can head to River House in Bluffton, featuring steak, seafood, and a sommelier-curated wine list.
 
Whether you’re shopping for apparel, home goods, or diverse food choices, you’ll find it all at Tanger Outlets Hilton Head. Split into two sections, this massive outlet mall has brands ranging from H&M and Columbia Factory to Coach and Kate Spade New York.
 

Things to Do and Entertainment

It’s hard to beat the beaches at Hilton Head Island for outdoor relaxation, but if you’re looking for a bit more excitement, consider a trip to nearby Savannah for a concert at the Enmarket Arena. Or head to Charleston to cheer on the RiverDogs, SC Stingrays, or Charleston Battery, depending on your sport of choice.
 
Those looking for homes for sale in Rose Hill, Bluffton, SC, will find luxury amenities, spacious homes and lots, and access to outdoor activities and nearby urban centers. All of this makes the area an attractive place for anyone who wants to experience the best of Lowcountry living.
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Overview for Rose Hill, SC

1,779 people live in Rose Hill, where the median age is 48 and the average individual income is $54,396. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,779

Total Population

48 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$54,396

Average individual Income

Around Rose Hill, SC

There's plenty to do around Rose Hill, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Car-Dependent
Walking Score
28
Somewhat Bikeable
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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Ezra's, LowCarbwithCrys, and The Storybook Shoppe.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 2.94 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.33 miles 26 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 4.85 miles 9 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Active 1.86 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.05 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.76 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Rose Hill, SC

Rose Hill has 700 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Rose Hill do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 1,779 people call Rose Hill home. The population density is 2,266.52 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,779

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

48

Median Age

54.13 / 45.87%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

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700

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$54,396

Average individual Income

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60+ Minutes
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