Carraway Manor: A Lowcountry Estate With a Car Gallery

Lucía Torres · 2026-06-12

Tucked away inside the gates of Colleton River, one of South Carolina's most exclusive private communities, you'll find Carraway Manor at 2 High Ponds Lane. This grand Georgian-style estate doesn't just sit on a lot—it commands a sprawling 2.5-acre homesite. Represented by Alison Melton and Meg McCray, the property includes a collector-grade automobile gallery, a private stocked pond, and groves of mature citrus and olive trees. It's a new standard for elevated Lowcountry living. ### A Home Named for a Famous Narrator Named after the narrator in *The Great Gatsby*, the 7,178-square-foot main residence spans three floors, and yes, each floor is serviced by an elevator. It makes an immediate impression. Walk inside and you're greeted by 10- to 12-foot ceilings, solid walnut herringbone floors, bespoke millwork, arched doorways, and coffered details. It's understated sophistication from the get-go. The entry opens to a front music room, while a dramatic glass-enclosed wine display anchors the nearby dining room. You can practically hear the clink of glasses. ### The Kitchen: Built for Entertaining The chef's kitchen is next-level. It features a single-slab granite island, polished nickel fixtures, and a professional suite of Sub-Zero, Viking, and Miele appliances. There's also a scullery, a butler's pantry, and walk-in wine storage. It's the kind of kitchen that makes you want to throw a dinner party—even if you're not a chef. ### Primary Suite: Like a Boutique Hotel The primary suite reflects a growing trend in high-end design: spaces that feel less like bedrooms and more like boutique hotel experiences. Here, the suite is divided into two generous wings. Each wing has its own spa-inspired bath, couture-caliber closet, and private dressing area. A shared lounge with a dedicated coffee station bridges the two. You'll also find a bunkroom, playroom, home office, and an expansive third-floor studio that's equally suited as a gym, art space, or wellness retreat. It's a home that adapts to any family at any stage of life. ### Outdoor Living: Year-Round Enjoyment Outside, a covered patio with multiple seating areas, a fire pit, and a full outdoor kitchen and bar create a setting for year-round entertaining. The grounds themselves reward exploration. Stroll past citrus and olive groves, cast a line in the private fishing pond, or simply take in the quiet expanse of manicured lawn. It's a retreat within a retreat. ### The Crown Jewel: An Automobile Gallery For the discerning collector, the property's crown jewel is the nearly 5,000-square-foot automobile gallery within the attached carriage house. It's purpose-built and climate-controlled, accommodating up to 12 vehicles with full lift capability. A custom bar and entertainment area make it as much a social destination as a storage facility. Above, a fully equipped one-bedroom apartment offers a self-contained living experience with a full kitchen, living area, and golf course views. It's a car lover's paradise. ### Community Amenities Beyond the estate's walls, residents enjoy Colleton River's exceptional amenities. These include: - Championship Pete Dye- and Jack Nicklaus Signature-designed golf courses - A newly built Sports & Wellness Complex - A Junior Olympic-sized swimming pool - A new Tennis Center - Bocce courts and cushioned pickleball courts - Two renovated clubhouses - 24/7 gated security It's a community that feels like a resort. ### Location and Accessibility Carraway Manor is located less than 20 minutes from Hilton Head and Old Town Bluffton, 45 minutes from Savannah, and 2 hours from Charleston. From the community's deepwater slips, it's only a short boat ride to the Intracoastal and Atlantic beyond. Equal parts private retreat, entertainer's dream, and collector's paradise, Carraway Manor celebrates the best of contemporary Lowcountry living. For more information or to schedule a showing, contact Alison Melton or Meg McCray. *Note: Some photos included here have been digitally enhanced.*