10 Raymond Rd, Bluffton, SC 29909

Charming Furnished Retreat at 10 Raymond Road | Single-Level Golf Course Home Near the Gates | Sun City Bluffton (55+) | 2BR/2.5BA | Gated Resort Community $2,730 + fees/month SECTION 1 LIFESTYLE EXPERIENCE Morning light pours through the Carolina Room as the fairway stretches out behind you, still and quiet before the day begins. This is the rhythm of life at 10 Raymond Road a fully furnished, single-level retreat home on a low-traffic cul-de-sac, where the pace is unhurried, the setting is effortlessly beautiful, and everything you need arrives already in place. What sets this home apart from most in Sun City isn't just the golf course backdrop or the turnkey furnishings it's the location within the community. Tucked into the well-established eastern section, 10 Raymond Road sits just 2 to 3 minutes from two separate exit gates. In a sprawling community where residents in the far interior sections can spend 10 to 15 minutes just reaching a main road, that distinction is real and daily. Whether you're heading toward Hilton Head Island, downtown Bluffton, Beaufort, or Savannah, you're already most of the way there before most neighbors have cleared the neighborhood. SECTION 2 HOME DETAILS 10 Raymond Road is a 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom single-family retreat home offering approximately 2,098 square feet of single-level living space on a cul-de-sac lot. The layout includes a family room, formal dining room, dedicated den/home office, a sun-drenched Carolina Room with golf course views, and a full laundry room space enough to live comfortably and work quietly without the two ever competing. The home is fully furnished, down to the utensils and bedding arrive with your suitcase and nothing else. Flooring is a mix of hardwood, laminate, ceramic tile, and carpet throughout. The kitchen features an island, pantry, and a complete appliance package: refrigerator, electric range, oven, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, and ice maker. An in-unit washer and dryer are included. The attached 2-car garage accommodates two additional vehicles in the driveway. The 8,712 sq ft lot includes front, side, and rear yards maintained with a sprinkler system. Available: ASAP SECTION 3 COMMUNITY, NEIGHBORHOOD & LOCAL AREA Sun City Bluffton is one of South Carolina's most established gated communities, recognized for its resort-caliber amenities and beautifully maintained streetscapes. 10 Raymond Road sits in the eastern section a quieter, more settled part of the community with two gate options within 2 to 3 minutes of the front door. The Highway 170 Gate (Lake Somerset Gate) is just over a half-mile away approximately a 2-minute drive providing a direct route toward Beaufort, Savannah, and nearby medical facilities. The Main Gate on Hwy 278 is a straight shot down Sun City Boulevard, roughly 3 to 4 minutes away, connecting you quickly to downtown Bluffton and Hilton Head Island. For residents accustomed to navigating Sun City's interior, this kind of gate proximity is a meaningful everyday advantage. Inside the gates, residents enjoy Sun City's full amenity package: 54 holes of championship golf across three courses, eight swimming pools (including indoor heated lap pools), multiple state-of-the-art fitness centers, 14 Har-Tru tennis courts, a pickleball and bocce complex, Magnolia Hall performing arts center (540-seat stadium), the Yemassee Crafts Center, a professional woodworking facility, over 100 chartered clubs, multiple on-site dining options including Okatie Creek Pub and Jameson's Charhouse, 7.5 miles of elevated boardwalks and trails through protected Lowcountry wetlands, three dog parks, and 20-acre Lake Somerset for fishing. Access to Sun City's gates and amenities requires a Community Access Media (CAM) card, which is purchased directly through the HOA at the applicant's expense one per person listed on the lease. The adjacent Okatie Center is accessible by golf cart, putting groceries, pharmacies, banks, and casual dining within reach without a car. Beyond the gates: Old Town Bluffton is approximately 10 minutes away, with its May River waterfront, Thursday farmers market, boutiques, and farm-to-table dining. Hilton Head Island beaches and Shelter Cove shopping are 1520 minutes. Historic downtown Savannah is approximately 35 minutes via I-95. Major medical facilities, including the Coastal Community Hospital network and specialist groups, are located just minutes from the community entrance. SECTION 4 UTILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Utility responsibilities depend on lease term: Leases of 38 months utilities included by owner: - Electric (Palmetto Electric) - Water / Sewer (BJSWA) - Trash / Recycling (Waste Management Thursday pickup) Leases of 9 months or longer tenant responsible: All utilities listed above transfer to tenant responsibility and must be established in the tenant's name prior to move-in. Included regardless of lease term: - Lawn / Landscaping owner-arranged (G&E Landscaping Service) - Pest Control owner-arranged (Terminix) - HVAC filter replacement delivered to your door through the Resident Benefits Package - Sun City HOA amenities access to all community amenities is available to residents; however, each person listed on the lease is required to purchase a CAM card directly through the HOA at their own expense. Resident Benefits Package (RBP): Required for all residents at $63/month (or $48.05/month with proof of $300,000 renters liability coverage). Includes HVAC filter delivery, concierge services for utilities setup, credit reporting, and resident liability coverage. SECTION 5 APPLICATION PROCESS & RESTRICTIONS Preferred lease term is 12 months. Mid-term leases are available with a minimum of 3 months for qualified applicants. Application Fee: $65 per adult applicant (non-refundable). A one-time $150 tenant set-up fee applies prior to move-in. Screening Requirements: Minimum credit score of 680 for standard approval (conditional approval available at 640679 with co-signer or increased deposit; scores below 600 are not considered). Gross verifiable income of 3x monthly rent is required. Background, eviction history, and rental reference checks are required for all adults 18+. Full Resident Selection Criteria available upon request. Move-In Costs: Security deposit equal to one month's rent, due in certified funds within 24 hours of written approval. All move-in funds must be paid in certified funds prior to occupancy personal checks and cash are not accepted. Payments following move-in are managed through the Rentvine Resident Portal. Monthly Recurring Charges: Resident Benefits Package at $63/month, or $48.05/month with proof of $300,000 renters liability coverage (mandatory; includes HVAC filter delivery, credit reporting, utility setup services concierge, and resident liability coverage) and a Portal Access Fee of $11/month. HOA: Sun City HOA in-process approval is required prior to move-in. Each person listed on the lease is required to purchase a Community Access Media (CAM) card directly through the HOA this is a separate HOA-required expense not included in rent. CAM cards are required for gate access and use of all community amenities. This is quick process but we recommend you allow additional time for the HOA approval and CAM card process. Pet Policy: Pets are welcome with owner approval. A non-refundable pet fee of $150 per pet applies; monthly pet fees are FIDO Score-based. Restrictions: No smoking inside the home. All Sun City HOA community standards apply. Furnished retreat homes in Sun City with this location and immediate availability are uncommon. Contact PMI Bluffton HHI to schedule a private tour. Available: ASAP