Lawton Station: Bluffton, South Carolina

JUST A FEW MILES WESTof the beautiful beaches of Hilton Head Island, a new Lowcountry community is redefining Southern elegance. Nestled amid the enduring charm of Bluffton, South Carolina, Lawton Station is a gated community featuring three distinctive neighborhoods, each offering an impressive selection of homes surrounded by woods and water.

Bluffton, recently honored by first lady Laura Bush as a Preserve America Community, is both beautiful and historically significant. Lawton Station is ideally located in the heart of this dreamy little corner of America, with world-class dining, high-quality health care, diverse shopping and a wide array of golfing options, all a short drive away. You can reach the beaches of Hilton Head Island within minutes, and the rich history and culture of Savannah also are nearby.

Lawton Station was developed with a commitment to honor the rich coastal heritage of the Lowcountry, while combining award-winning designs with exceptional value. In keeping with the world-class quality provided by K. Hovnanian Homes, you'll notice excellence in every detail. Standard features include kitchens equipped with a full appliance package, 42-inch cabinetry and bathrooms showcasing cultured marble counters, as well as smooth ceilings, recessed lighting and a decorative trim package of wainscoting, chair rail and crown molding.

Flexible floor plans allow for a diverse collection of optional features, including double master suites, media rooms and additional bedrooms.

Lawton Station also offers its residents the opportunity to make the most of the mild coastal climate with options such as a lanai featuring an outdoor kitchen, a private pool or an extended indoor-outdoor living area. Every Lawton Station home comes with a beautifully landscaped front yard and backyard and an irrigation system to help keep it that way.

The extraordinary amenities complex offers a fully equipped fitness facility, meeting rooms, activity rooms, a resort-style swimming pool and an expansive park and playground, and the neighborhood is enhanced by walking trails and sidewalks. A central park provides the perfect backdrop for a family picnic, and the kids will make the most of the open space for an impromptu game of soccer or baseball.

Homes in Lawton Station range from approximately 1,600 square feet to more than 4,000 square feet. Prices begin in the $230s in the Avondale community and start in the low $400s in both Bellmeade and Cambridge.