Hilton Head Island

Long Cove, Hilton Head Island Neighborhood

Long Cove offers a peaceful neighborhood with a calm and quiet environment, making it an ideal retreat for residents seeking tranquility. The housing primarily consists of single detached homes and row houses, featuring spacious three and four-bedroom designs built around 1991. This community provides easy access for travelers using cars, ensuring convenient connectivity. While cycling infrastructure is limited, some gentle slopes offer occasional scenic rides. Grocery shopping and dining options are accessible with a short drive, allowing residents to benefit from nearby amenities. With a majority of homes occupied, Long Cove presents a stable and welcoming setting for prospective buyers.

The character of Long Cove is exemplified by its calm environment. Long Cove is very quiet, as there are generally low levels of noise from traffic.

Highlights of Long Cove

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

⛳ Long Cove Club

This private, member-owned golf club is the centerpiece of Long Cove, renowned for its Pete Dye-designed championship golf course, luxurious clubhouse, and waterfront dining. The club also offers tennis, pickleball, a deep-water marina, and numerous social clubs exclusively for Long Cove residents.

🏞️ Broad Creek Walking Trails

Long Cove features scenic walking and biking trails along Broad Creek, providing residents with peaceful marsh views and opportunities to spot local wildlife. The trails connect key community amenities, making this a favorite spot for morning strolls and bike rides.

🎾 Long Cove Racquet Club

Located within the gated community, the Racquet Club has multiple Har-Tru tennis courts and top-tier instruction, hosting regular tournaments and clinics. The facility is a hub for socializing and fitness within Long Cove, attracting tennis lovers of all skill levels.

🚤 Deep Water Marina

Long Cove offers residents exclusive access to a private deep water marina on Broad Creek, perfect for boating, kayaking, and paddle boarding. Boaters appreciate the quick access to the Intracoastal Waterway, and the marina’s peaceful setting is a major perk for waterfront homeowners.

🐕 Dog Park at Long Cove

Tucked conveniently near the main entrance off Long Cove Drive, the private dog park brings together pet owners for exercise and socialization. It's fully fenced and beautifully maintained, making it a secure and friendly gathering spot for Long Cove’s four-legged residents.

Long Cove

This May in Long Cove

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

May 9, 2026

Bluffton Mayfest

Historic Downtown Bluffton • 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

Just across the bridge from Long Cove, this charming street festival offers local vendors, food trucks, live music, and the hilarious Ugly Dog Contest—perfect for families and community connection.

May 15–24, 2026

The Shark Is Broken (Theatre on the Island)

Arts Center of Coastal Carolina • Evening (approx. 7:30 PM)

A smart and entertaining Broadway-imported comedy about the filming of Jaws—great for theatre lovers nearby, and ideal for a date night or cultural outing.

May 22–24, 2026

Hilton Head Island Art Festival

Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina • 10:00 AM–6:00 PM (Fri/Sat), 10:00 AM–5:00 PM (Sun)

Located right at Shelter Cove near Long Cove, this juried fine art festival showcases pottery, glass, jewelry, live music and dining—an excellent local weekend outing.

Every Saturday, May 2026

Hilton Head Community Market

Shelter Cove Community Park • 9:30 AM–12:30 PM

A weekly farmers’ and makers’ market within easy reach of Long Cove—ideal for fresh local foods, crafts, family weekends, and supporting local nonprofits.

May 21, 2026

Gullah Heritage Trail Tours

Coastal Discovery Museum • 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

Explore the rich Gullah heritage with guided tours through historic native island communities—educational, outdoorsy, and meaningful for residents who value local culture.

From the Neighborhood

Stories, updates, and things to know in Long Cove

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Local characteristics and demographics for Long Cove

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