Property listed by Jeff Hunt, Dunes Real Estate; Rentals managed by Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort, Jamie Delsandro, Director of Property Managemen
On Hilton Head Island’s treasured shoreline, 18 Armada rises with timeless Southern grace. This stately Old South-style residence commands one of the most enviable addresses in Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort, blending architectural elegance with the effortless rhythms of beachfront living.
“When you first pull up to it, the grandeur is unbelievable,” said listing agent Jeff Hunt. “It sits perfectly on the street – centered, poised, and opening to breathtaking views of the Atlantic.”
This stately Old South-style residence commands one of the most enviable addresses in Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort, blending architectural elegance with the effortless rhythms of beachfront living.
The architecture nods to the Lowcountry’s most beloved traditions. Wide front porches, crisp white columns, and deep rooflines immediately signal welcome. The façade has a quiet confidence – classic, not ostentatious – that feels as though it belongs here on the sand. “It makes you feel comfortable and at ease,” Hunt said. “It’s a very peaceful property.”
Inside, the home continues that balance of scale and intimacy. A sunken living room, both expansive and inviting, creates a natural gathering place. Walls of windows draw the eye to the horizon, where the ever-changing blues of the ocean become the ultimate artwork.
The floor plan, more than 7,000 square feet in total, is meticulously arranged for both togetherness and privacy. Upstairs suites share a cozy lounge area, while downstairs bedrooms connect to a secondary living space. “You have multiple conversation areas, yet the bedrooms are private enough where everyone has their own retreat,” Hunt said.
The kitchen is a chef’s delight, outfitted with high-end appliances that make every-day cooking or entertaining effortless.
Room by Room: Designed for Living
The kitchen is a chef’s delight, outfitted with high-end appliances that make every-day cooking or entertaining effortless. It opens into a cheerful breakfast nook, ideal for coffee at sunrise. From here, the view carries through the living area and straight out to the sea.
The master suite, positioned along the oceanfront, offers serenity in its purest form. Expansive windows frame the Atlantic, while a private bath and dressing area provide the quiet luxury of a true retreat.
Upstairs, one of the additional bedrooms boasts its own fireplace, a rare and charming feature in a coastal home, perfect for cozy evenings after a day on the beach.
Altogether, the home offers six bedrooms and seven bathrooms, with three oceanfront primary suites, three additional bedrooms off the ocean, and a total sleeping capacity of 14. Every bedroom includes its own en suite bath – a feature that Jamie Delsandro, director of property management at Palmetto Dunes, emphasizes as key to the home’s appeal. “Every bedroom has its own bathroom, which is a major factor in the rental performance,” she noted. An additional bathroom opens to the pool area, ensuring convenience when guests are enjoying the outdoors.
Beyond its generous layout, 18 Armada offers thoughtful features that enhance both comfort and livability.
Amenities That Elevate
Beyond its generous layout, 18 Armada offers thoughtful features that enhance both comfort and livability. An elevator provides easy accessibility for guests, while multiple indoor living areas allow everyone to spread out. Upstairs is a kitchenette for added convenience and a large balcony overlooking the ocean, complementing the downstairs living space and outdoor deck.
“It’s designed so well for groups,” Delsandro said. “You’ve got upstairs and downstairs living spaces, so people can gather or retreat, and there’s even a kitchenette so you don’t have to run downstairs every time you want something to drink.”
Outdoors, a built-in grill area extends the entertaining potential, and the pool terrace and lawn create one of the largest oceanfront yards in Palmetto Dunes. “You could host 50 people back there comfortably, with the pool, the deck, and the ocean as your backdrop,” Hunt said.
While the home itself captivates, its setting amplifies its appeal. Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort is Hilton Head Island’s crown jewel: 2,000 acres of beachfront paradise, honored as one of the world’s top family resorts. Its accolades include ranking among Travel + Leisure’s best resort communities, with an unmatched combination of natural beauty and amenities.
Residents and guests enjoy three miles of pristine Atlantic shoreline, three championship golf courses designed by legends Robert Trent Jones, George Fazio, and Arthur Hills, and an award-winning tennis and pickleball center with more than 35 courts. The resort’s 11-mile lagoon system, ideal for kayaking and paddleboarding, weaves a sense of adventure right into daily life.
Dining is equally close at hand. The beloved Dunes House provides casual beachfront dining; Alexander’s Restaurant and Wine Bar is a longtime favorite for upscale Lowcountry cuisine; HH Prime, located in the Omni Hilton Head, offers steak and seafood in a refined setting. Add to this the general store, bike rentals, and free seasonal shuttle service, and it’s clear that Palmetto Dunes is a self-contained haven.
“You can walk to everything or ride your bike to nearly anything you want,” Hunt said. “It has everything within a very short distance – pickleball, tennis, golf, restaurants. It’s all right here.”
Investment Strength
For all its beauty, 18 Armada is also a powerhouse performer. While Hunt projected the home could generate close to $500,000 in rental revenue, Delsandro confirmed that the actuals are nearly as impressive: $460,000 in gross rental income this year alone.
“It is one of the premier properties we have in our portfolio,” Delsandro said. “In fact, it is our top-grossing property. Between the oceanfront suites, the pool bath, and the spacious design, it checks every box for guests.”
Compared to other luxury enclaves on the island – such as Sea Pines Resort or Port Royal – Palmetto Dunes offers a unique advantage: its central location, cohesive amenities, and strong rental demand. For buyers seeking both lifestyle and return, 18 Armada delivers on every front.
Hunt, who is guiding the sale of this distinctive property, is one of the Lowcountry’s most respected real estate voices. Hunt is a top-producing agent with Dunes Real Estate, based in Palmetto Dunes. With more than 20 years of experience and more than 1,000 homes sold, he consistently ranks among the top agents in South Carolina and is nationally recognized in the top 1,000. His reputation for market knowledge and client service is well established.
“I’ve seen thousands of homes, and this one is truly special,” Hunt said. “The way it blends grandeur, comfort, and potential is rare.”
Palmetto Dunes offers a unique advantage: its central location, cohesive amenities, and strong rental demand.
At its essence, 18 Armada is more than a home. It is a legacy property: a place to gather generations, to enjoy both the serenity of oceanfront living and the vibrancy of resort amenities, and to hold an asset that is as financially sound as it is beautiful.
Elegant yet approachable, expansive yet intimate, 18 Armada captures the very best of Hilton Head Island. From the sweep of its porches to the sparkle of its pool, from sunrise coffees to sunset strolls, it offers not just a house but a lifestyle. For the fortunate buyer, it promises a future defined by both beauty and belonging.
A spacious bedroom on the second level boasts gorgeous ocean views and a sitting area complete with private fireplace.
