Summerhouse, Isle of Palms, SC

Overview & Lifestyle

Completed in 1986, Summerhouse is a five-story, 57-unit condominium building sitting directly on the Atlantic in Wild Dunes — one of a small handful of truly oceanfront addresses inside the resort's gates. Its age relative to some of Wild Dunes' newer construction is part of the appeal: Summerhouse is an established, well-known building with a long rental track record, not an unproven newcomer, and units are frequently updated by owners who know exactly what vacationers and buyers are looking for in an oceanfront condo.

Summerhouse has long been one of the more actively booked vacation-rental buildings in Wild Dunes, and it's managed today through the resort's on-site rental program as well as area vacation-rental companies. That combination — direct beach frontage, an established rental history, and resort amenities a short walk or shuttle ride away — makes Summerhouse a frequent first stop for buyers evaluating Wild Dunes purely as an income-producing second home.

Location & Getting Around

Summerhouse sits directly on the beach within Wild Dunes, with the resort's golf courses, tennis center, marina, and the shops and restaurants of the resort core all a short walk, bike ride, or shuttle away. The building is roughly 25-35 minutes from downtown Charleston via the Isle of Palms Connector, traffic depending, and residents can reach most of the rest of the resort without needing a car.

Amenities & Community Features

Summerhouse owners and guests enjoy a dedicated pool at the building, direct beach access, elevators, and on-site or nearby vacation-rental management, alongside access to the broader Wild Dunes amenity package — two Tom Fazio-designed golf courses, a tennis and pickleball center, a marina and yacht harbor, and a spa and fitness facility (note that full golf and club access typically requires separate club membership). In-unit features commonly include private oceanfront or ocean-view balconies, washer/dryers, and updated kitchens and baths.

Homes & Price Range

Summerhouse offers two-, three-, and four-bedroom floor plans, with two-bedroom units generally running from roughly 1,200 to 1,450 square feet, three-bedroom units from roughly 1,500 to 1,650 square feet, and larger four-bedroom units around 1,800 square feet. Recent and active listings have ranged from the high $800,000s for smaller two-bedroom units up to roughly $1.5-$1.7 million for larger, higher-floor oceanfront units. Building regime fees (which fund exterior maintenance, insurance, and amenities) plus the separate Wild Dunes community association dues apply, and — as with any older oceanfront building — buyers should ask about the building's reserve funding and any planned or recent special assessments before making an offer. Chris Eller can walk buyers through current pricing and the building's financials unit by unit.

Schools & Family Life

Summerhouse is bought overwhelmingly as a second home or rental investment rather than a year-round family residence, so this section stays brief by design. For school zoning questions, contact Chris Eller directly — zoning lines can change and should always be verified independently.

Nearby Charleston-Area Draws

Summerhouse owners are minutes from the Isle of Palms Marina, the open beaches of Isle of Palms County Park, and the restaurants and shops of Sullivan's Island and Mount Pleasant's Shem Creek, with downtown Charleston's historic district, galleries, and waterfront dining a short drive beyond that — putting an oceanfront retreat and the full Lowcountry both within easy reach.

Frequently Asked Questions About Summerhouse