2024 Coastal Living Idea House Now Available - $8,500,000
Luxury Lowcountry Riverfront Estate Home on Crane Island | Intracoastal Waterway
Welcome to 53 Cord Grass Court, a one-of-a-kind riverfront residence in the acclaimed Crane Island community on Amelia Island. Thoughtfully designed by Court Atkins, built by Pickett Construction, and interiors by Kathryn Lott. This home exemplifies the finest Lowcountry architecture, featuring three expansive porches, timeless detailing, and breathtaking western exposure overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway. Offered at $8,500,000 with immediate occupancy.
This page offers a detailed look at 53 Cord Grass Court—complete with floor plans, video tours, and image galleries that showcase every thoughtful detail. We invite you to take a moment to explore this beloved Crane Island home, and imagine how it could become yours today. Contact John Hillman at 843.475.6686 for more details.
Inspired Design & Living Spaces
This five-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bath residence is thoughtfully designed to balance architectural beauty with exceptional livability. Expansive front and rear porches, along with a generous outdoor living room, create seamless indoor-outdoor living—perfect for enjoying coastal breezes, morning coffee, and sunset evenings overlooking the water. The resort-style pool, spa, and grill porch form a private courtyard ideal for entertaining. A private carriage house apartment above the garage offers exceptional flexibility for guests, extended family, or a secluded home office. Inside, a flowing open layout connects the great room, kitchen, and keeping room, while a dedicated office, gym, and media room provide spaces for both productivity and retreat, creating a home that is gracious, functional, and deeply inviting.
Designed For Generations To Gather
Designed for generations to gather, this home offers a thoughtful blend of shared spaces and private retreats that invite connection across every age and stage of life. The upper porch and living room create a natural hub for conversation, games, and quiet moments alike, while the pool terrace and outdoor living areas set the stage for sun-filled days and unforgettable evenings. Boating adventures on the Intracoastal become part of daily life, extending the home’s reach onto the water. Inside, a collection of beautifully appointed guest spaces—including a beloved bunk room, two additional bedrooms, and a private carriage house with bedroom and kitchenette—ensure family and friends always feel welcomed, comfortable, and at home.
STORY OF THE HOME
This home is the result of an intentional and thoughtful collaboration between developer, architect, builder, and interior designer—each bringing their craft together to create something truly enduring. Inspired by the land itself and its iconic setting overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway, every decision was guided by a desire to honor place, proportion, and timeless Lowcountry design. In partnership with the team at Coastal Living, the vision was elevated even further, blending architectural authenticity with refined coastal elegance. The result is a home that feels both classic and effortless, deeply rooted in its setting, and designed to stand as a legacy for generations to come.
THE SUM OF ITS PARTS
This home’s character is shaped not by one defining feature, but by the careful layering of hundreds of small, intentional choices. Proportion, material, light, and flow come together to form an experience greater than any single element—this is the true Sum of Its Parts.
Location Within Crane Island
Situated mid-island, the property is just moments from The River House—the heart of community life at Crane Island. Here, neighbors meet for a swim in the pool, a workout in the gym, or a sunset gathering around the firepits. From lively evenings with friends to quiet morning walks along the marsh, this home places you at the center of it all.
Crane Island
Crane Island is a gated, riverfront community of 112 homes where timeless Lowcountry design, thoughtful land stewardship, and a deep sense of place come together. Centered around the private River House amenity, life here is defined by beauty, connection, and an exceptional quality of life.
Life on the River
Here, life flows with the rhythm of the river. From gentle morning tides to glowing evening skies, Crane Island offers deep-water access and a front-row seat to the timeless beauty of the Intracoastal Waterway off the shores of Amelia Island.
Contact Us
Seven years in the making, and a lot has been learned and figured out. Please don’t hesitate to contact us with your questions & ideas of how to join the community and build your dream “forever” home on Crane Island. I’m here to help you with each step in the process.
