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Waterford Plantation

Carolina Forest — Wooded Trails, Junior Olympic Pool, Golf-Cart Golf
Waterford Plantation is a family community in Carolina Forest with miles of wooded trails among trees and ponds, a junior Olympic pool, a clubhouse, tennis, pickleball, basketball and bocce courts, and golf-cart proximity to two Dan Maples public courses — Man O’War and The Witch. Homes generally range from the $300Ks to $600Ks as of Q2 2026, making it a mid-tier family community with an amenity package above its price point.

About Waterford Plantation

Waterford Plantation is the community in Carolina Forest that quietly appeals to two buyer types that typically shop in different price brackets: the active family who wants top schools, a good pool, and room to run, and the golfer who does not want to drive to the first tee. Waterford delivers both in the same address.
The trail system is what distinguishes Waterford from most comparably priced Carolina Forest communities. Miles of walking and biking paths wind among the ponds and mature trees throughout the community, giving it a natural character that a newer master-planned subdivision rarely achieves — the kind that comes from preserving existing canopy rather than installing it from a nursery. Residents who walk or run regularly will find Waterford among the most pleasant communities in the area to stay active without getting in a car.
The golf situation is genuinely unusual. Man O’War and The Witch are two of the best-regarded public golf courses in Myrtle Beach, both designed by Dan Maples, and Waterford’s location puts residents in golf-cart range of both. Most golfers in the Grand Strand load clubs into a car to reach courses a few miles away. A Waterford resident can instead ride a cart directly to the first tee — a quality of life distinction that serious golfers notice immediately and few communities in the market can offer.

Real Estate Market

Metric

Waterford Plantation (Q2 2026)

Typical price range

~$300Ks to $600Ks

Home character

Single-family; mix of ages; family-oriented

HOA / amenities

Community HOA; pool, clubhouse, fitness, courts, trails

Golf proximity

Golf-cart proximity to Man O’War & The Witch (both Dan Maples, public)

Setting

Treed, wooded trails, pond views throughout

Home values in Waterford Plantation are influenced mainly by floor plan, lot location, home condition, and proximity to the community amenities and golf course. Pond-view homes and properties near walking trails or golf access often command a premium. For relocating families, Waterford offers an attractive balance of amenities, golf, and value. The Northeast relocation guide explains how it compares with similar communities in Northern markets.

Because the neighborhood includes homes from different building phases, prices can vary based on age, updates, and overall condition. Buyers should compare similar homes and confirm how close a property is to the golf course and cart paths if that’s an important part of their lifestyle.

Schools

Waterford Plantation is zoned to Horry County Schools within the Carolina Forest attendance cluster: Carolina Forest Elementary, Ten Oaks Middle, and Carolina Forest High. Horry County opened Pine Island Elementary and Ten Oaks Elementary for the 2025-26 school year and redrawn elementary boundaries — confirm the current assignment for any specific address with the district before buying.

Amenities and Lifestyle

Waterford Plantation offers a well-rounded amenity package for active families and outdoor enthusiasts:

  1. Pool and clubhouse — A junior Olympic-sized pool and clubhouse for community events and recreation.
  2. Sports and fitness — Tennis, pickleball, basketball, bocce courts, and a fitness area.
  3. Trails and green spaces — Walking trails, ponds, and a community playground.
  4. Golf nearby — Convenient access to the nearby Man O’War and The Witch golf courses.

Location and what is nearby

Waterford Plantation is conveniently located in Carolina Forest, close to shopping, restaurants, schools, parks, the Carolina Forest Recreation Center, and Tanger Outlets. Highway 31 provides quick access to Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Surfside Beach, Myrtle Beach International Airport, and Conway. Residents also enjoy easy access to several nearby golf courses and the Grand Strand beaches.

HOA and community details

Waterford Plantation has a homeowners association that maintains the clubhouse, pool, sports courts, walking trails, and common areas. Before buying, review the current HOA dues and what they include, along with any neighborhood guidelines. The nearby golf courses are open to the public and operate separately from the HOA.

Why buyers choose Waterford Plantation

Waterford Plantation is a popular choice for buyers looking for established homes, family-friendly amenities, walking trails, and convenient access to Carolina Forest’s schools and golf courses. Buyers often compare it with The Parks of Carolina Forest for its newer family neighborhoods or Plantation Lakes for custom lakefront homes. If you’re comparing golf and family communities across the Grand Strand, the gated and golf communities guide is a helpful resource.

Frequently Asked Questions

As of Q2 2026, homes in Waterford Plantation generally ranged from the $300Ks to $600Ks, making it a mid-range family community in the Carolina Forest area — well-positioned for buyers comparing value across the Grand Strand.

Yes. Waterford Plantation is in golf-cart proximity to Man O’War and The Witch — both public courses designed by Dan Maples — making it one of the few residential communities on the Grand Strand where a golf cart commute to the first tee is genuinely practical.
Residents have a junior Olympic pool, a clubhouse, a fitness room, tennis, pickleball, basketball, and bocce courts, playgrounds, and miles of walking trails among trees and ponds throughout the community.
Waterford Plantation is in the Carolina Forest cluster of Horry County Schools, generally Carolina Forest Elementary, Ten Oaks Middle, and Carolina Forest High. The district opened Pine Island and Ten Oaks elementaries for 2025-26 and redrawn boundaries — confirm the current zone with the district.
Both are mid-range family communities in Carolina Forest. Waterford Plantation distinguishes itself with its wooded trail system and golf-cart proximity to Man O’War and The Witch, while The Parks is known for its resort-style lazy river and zero-entry pool. Neither is gated.
Waterford appeals to active families who want Carolina Forest schools, resort amenities, and room to walk or bike outdoors — and to golfers who want a realistic chance of reaching the first tee by cart. It is a strong value community for buyers relocating from higher-cost markets.

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