Bluffton SC Real Estate Blog

Belfair was established in 1811 when William Telfair of Savannah married Betsey Bellinger. The Bellinger and Telfair names were united to name their new plantation Belfair. The property had changed hands a few times over the next century, but had remained a working plantation throughout the years. Now a luxurious 1,100 acre private golf community is situated on these same picturesque banks of the Colleton River. The second of four premier golf communities from the highly acclaimed development team of Gary Rowe and John Reed, Belfair has consistanly ranked as one of the top 100 golf communities in America. The entrance to Belfair offers the epitome of Southern charm with its tree-lined “Avenue of the Oaks” which were planted in the 1920s by the second owner of Belfair.

A few of the key feature of the Belfair Community:

• Two Fazio designed 18–hole Championship quality courses, playable at all skill levels.
• A 29 acre learning facility with an 1800 square foot indoor practice area.
• Unparalleled club services with one of the areas top rated Chefs
• Fitness facility with personal training in pilates, yoga and aerobics specifically designed to enhance the needs associated with golf or tennis.
• Resort-style Junior Olympic outdoor pool and a heated indoor lap pool.
• Six Har-tru tennis courts directed by former Davis Cup Pro, Gavin Cox.
• Endless fresh and saltwater fishing opportunities ranging from Bass fishing in a local pristine lagoon to Gulf Stream day trips.

The location of Belfair offers easy access to the beaches, shopping and dining on Hilton Head and is only a short drive to Savannah, Historic Beaufort, Charleston and The Savannah/HHI International Airport.