Kingston Harbour
Lexington, SC
If you’re looking for a perfect place to make a house feel like home, Kingston Harbour is a wonderful place to consider. So close to the best amenities that South Carolina has to offer, yet so far from the stress and hectic bustle of city life, Kingston Harbour is the perfect fit for growing families and retirees alike. Lake Murray offers peace and tranquility while everything that Lexington has to offer is only minutes away. Let’s look at some of the many reasons you might want to consider making Kingston Harbour your home:
If you’re looking at homes for sale in the Lexington area, one of the biggest drawing points about Kingston Harbour is that there are a number of customizable options when you’re planning your dream home. If you prefer to be near the water, there are more than eighty home sites for you to choose from. If you’d rather be near Catawba Trail, there is a smaller but beautiful selection of home sites waiting for your selection.
Some sites are available on a relaxing, still water pond. Some of the sites have the options for private and shared docks on Lake Murray. All of the sites go through a simple, architectural approval process so the neighborhood looks uniform and beautifully planned.
Thoughtful developers also give you a range of options when it comes to price. Lots start at just $40,000 and go upwards from there to just over $400,000. You have options over the specifics of your home build, too, so ultimately the price is in your hands. With so many options, there is something for everyone and the perfect fit for every family. All lots are for single-family homes, only.
Nearby Downtown Lexington, South Carolina
Dining, Museums and more!
For people wanting to enjoy a relaxing and peaceful residential community without compromising all that city life has to offer, Kingston Harbour is the perfect respite from nearby downtown Lexington, South Carolina. Lexington has so much activity and it’s only a few minutes away. There are outstanding opportunities for education, work, play and medical services.
Schools
Children living in Kingston Harbour attend the outstanding Lexington School District One and River Bluff High School. The pride of the South Carolina school system, the schools offer small elementary schools and high schools with a wide variety of accelerated and targeted programs. Special features of the school system include a diverse and aggressive world language program, targeted STEM studies and even a coveted International Baccalaureate Program.
Advanced Placement courses and targeted advanced coursework in subjects of interest give area students an advantage in their college applications and future endeavors. There are also special services for children with special needs so that all area students can take advantage of the wonderful education that Lexington schools have to offer. The school district aims to make special education services comprehensive, with early intervention and enthusiastic, customized learning opportunities for each and every student.
Recreation, Shopping and Restaurants
Lexington has a number of coveted attractions, including the Lexington County Blowfish Baseball Stadium, the Icehouse Ampitheatre and the Lexington County Museum. The Lexington, SC area has everything you’re looking for, only a stone’s throw from your peaceful home in Kingston Harbour. Lexington is a suburb of larger Columbia.
The Flight Deck Restaurant is a Lexington favorite. This casual restaurant is dedicated to the wonders of aviation and those who have braved new developments in the aviation industry. Meals are hearty and the menu includes American fare and a la carte sides. There’s even an arcade to entertain the kids, too. Owner Ted Stambolitis, who recently was inducted into the South Carolina Restauranteur Hall of Fame, strives to make this a fun and entertaining place for the whole family while providing quality service in a unique environment
The Old Mill is another popular Lexington destination. It features a walk-able thoroughfare of shops and restaurants. Many visitors make a day out of a visit to Old Mill. Many professionals set up their businesses in the area, too.
If you’re looking for more traditional, large shopping centers, that’s all available in Lexington, too. The East Towne Centre is only a short drive away and so is the Lexington Pavilion. Get whatever you need from Walmart, Best Buy, Walgreens, Verizon, Target and the many other recognizable chain stores that you know and love. For something more educational, head to Learning Express, a retail store that focuses on educational and creative products for curious children.
Personal Services
For residents with medical needs, there are top quality doctors in nearby Lexington. There are a number of family practitioners to choose from, including Lexington Family Practice, which is a decades-old network of more than forty practitioners. With their wide variety of medical specialties, they can meet a wide variety of health needs so that you can enjoy a fine quality of life in Kingston Harbour. Other notable primary care services include Doctors Care, Lexington West and Palmetto Health. Doctors Care, Lexington West offers evening hours several days per week and Palmetto Health is part of a larger, multi-location medical network.
Lake Murray
A lake life community
Joining the Kingston Harbour community isn’t just selling your home and moving. You’re joining the Kingston Harbour community of families and all that it has to offer. Developers took care to plan tasteful amenities that both young and old alike can enjoy. You don’t have to travel to Lexington, SC for family time. Enjoy lighted tennis courts and a patio for lounging near the beach. The community has a clubhouse for your convenience and a boat ramp with parking. Take a stroll down the streets at dusk with a sidewalks and generous street lights.
Things to do in Lake Murray near Kingston Harbour
What’s a lake without some fishing! Lake Murray is known for fishing. The lake draws many tourists and fishers for the FLW Forrest Wood Cup Championship, which is the largest bass fishing tournament in the world. The championship has been held only twice before (2008 and 2014) and luckily enough, the third hosting will be held this year in August! If you are in the area, this is an even you do not want to miss! The championship is also featured on National TV if you would like to view it from the comfort of your home.
Sit back, relax and have a Martin (you could have a Martini too if you wish!) Lake Murray’s Doolittle Island is home to the Purple Martin sanctuaries. The largest in North America. Every summer, hundreds of thousands of purple martins nest on the island and boaters have made it a ritual to witness the martins return to the island each evening. Lake Murray also hosts some other majestic wildlife including the Great Blue Heron and the Striped Bass. The state record fish are the white bass, the white crappie and white catfish.
Why not spend a day on the lake. Lake Murray offers a range of boating activities for everyone. Whether you want a run on the speed boats or a relaxing time sunbathing, there are a variety of options to choose from. Kids will also have a great time sliding down into the lake from the boats.
Lake Murray has dozens of marinas, ramps and boat landings where you can dock your boat.
If you do not have a boat, do not worry, you rent one or even buy one and you’ll be on the water in no time at all! You can decide to rent a boat for a few hours or even days. You may also want to join a membership club, which is much much cheaper than buying a boat. These usually have a one-time membership fee and subsequent monthly payments. You may join any of the following membership clubs:
- Lake Murray Boat Club at Marina Bay
- Better Boat Rental at Marina Bay
If you are looking for a place to take the kids out for the day, lake Murray has a variety of parks that they will enjoy. These include:
- Dreher Island State Recreation Area –Lake Murray’s only state park offering picnic sites, campsites and vacation villas
- Bundrick Island – If you’d like a day at a sandy beach or a hike, this is the place to go.
- Saluda Shoals Park – Enjoy a ride on a canoe/kayak or a hiking trip here.
- Larry Koon Landing – Enjoy a free boat camp and a picnic with an amazing view.
- SCE&G North and South Recreation Area – Enjoy a picnic in a serene area or a dip in the pool.
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