Mother, son developer break ground on Seabrook Island townhomes

Paula and Keith Murphy participate in the groundbreaking ceremony for The Inlet at Seabrook Island, an 11-unit luxury townhome development expected to be completed this fall. (Photo/The Inlet)Mother and son duo Paula and Keith Murphy broke ground on 11 luxury townhomes at The Inlet at Seabrook Island.  

The three-story townhomes will range from 2,330 to 3,239 square feet with both three- and four- bedroom floor plans, a private elevator, two-car garage and golf cart parking, according to a news release.  

“As a resident, this project is incredibly personal to me,” Paula Murphy, co-developer of The Inlet, said in the release. “From the very beginning, our goal was to build with care and restraint, ensuring these homes respect the land and the community we love. Seeing that vision come to life at the groundbreaking was both special and deeply rewarding.” 

Built on a live oak corridor, The Inlet developers said the townhomes were constructed to protect the surrounding marsh where it is located.  

The townhome interiors will have open-concept layouts, hardwood floors, gas fireplaces and kitchens with quartz countertops and personalized fixtures, according to the release.  

“Our approach was to listen to the land and let it guide the design,” Keith Murphy, co-developer and architect with Island Architects, said in the release. “By limiting the number of homes, we were able to focus on thoughtful siting, strong proportions, and architecture that complements its surroundings rather than competes with them.” 

Construction is led by David E. Looper & Co. and sales for The Inlet are represented by Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty, a luxury brokerage with deep expertise on Seabrook Island and throughout the Lowcountry. Island Architects led the property’s design. 

Construction on The Inlet is expected to be completed this fall.