We're standing in front of a row of model homes at Bridgewater, and honestly, the first thing that hits you is how quiet it is out here. You're in Little River, a suburb of Myrtle Beach that doesn't get the same traffic or tourist buzz as the main strip, but you're still close enough to everything. The second thing that hits you is the amenity center. We're talking 5,000 square feet of clubhouse, a full event planner on staff, and a monthly calendar packed with activities. This isn't a 55+ community, but it feels like one in the best way: organized, social, and built for people who want more than just a house.

Bridgewater is a Chesapeake Homes community, which means you're working with a production builder. If you want all the upgrades we're about to show you, the gold fixtures, the outdoor kitchens, the in-law suite with a second front door, you need to buy the lot from dirt and customize during construction. If you buy a pre-built home, you get the base features. Still nice, but not the same. We're going to walk you through four models today, ranging from $409,900 to $479,900, and then we'll hit the amenity center so you can see what you're actually paying for when you move here.

This is the kind of place where you can kayak on the lake in the morning, take a virtual fitness class at noon, and host a private party in the event room at night. It's also a golf cart community, so if you want a three-car garage to park your cart, they've got a model for that. Let's get into it.

Table of Contents

• Bridgewater: Four Chesapeake Homes Models and a 5,000 Sq Ft Clubhouse
• Which Bridgewater Model Fits Your Lifestyle?
• Conclusion

Bridgewater: Four Chesapeake Homes Models and a 5,000 Sq Ft Clubhouse

Bridgewater sits in Little River, which is far enough from the beach to keep prices reasonable but close enough that you're not giving up access. The further you go from the beach in the Myrtle Beach area, the more budget-friendly it gets, and Little River is one of those spots where you can still get new construction without stretching your budget into the high $500s or $600s. Chesapeake Homes is the builder here, and they're a production company. That means they build these homes on a schedule, and if you want to customize finishes, layouts, or upgrades, you need to get in early, ideally when the lot is still dirt. Once the house is built, what you see is what you get.

We toured four models: the Shorebreak , the Boardwalk , the Seashore , and the Surfrider . Each one has the primary bedroom on the first floor, which is a big deal if you're planning to age in place or just don't want to deal with stairs every day. They all come with two-car garages as standard, but the Surfrider bumps that up to three, perfect if you're bringing a golf cart, which a lot of people do here. This is a golf cart community, so you can cruise around the neighborhood, hit the amenity center, or just enjoy the lakefront lots without getting in the car.

The Shorebreak: Entry-Level with First-Floor Primary

The Shorebreak is the most affordable model in the lineup, starting at $409,900 base price. It's a 3 to 4 bedroom, 2 to 3 bath home with a two-car garage. When you walk in, you immediately see a first-floor bedroom to the right with a full bath and two linen closets. This setup is great if you have guests staying over, they get their own little area without feeling like they're camping out in your living room.

The garage is huge. Plenty of space for storage, bikes, tools, whatever you need. From there, you walk into an open floor plan with a gourmet kitchen, a walk-in pantry, a formal dining room, and a formal living room with a fireplace. The primary bedroom is also on the first floor, which is one of the reasons we like this model even though it's the entry-level option. You get a full primary bath and a screened lanai off the dining room that overlooks the lake. Not every lot is going to have that lake view, but at least you know it's possible.

Upstairs, you get a loft area that you can turn into a den, an office, a hangout room, whatever you need. There's a closet, a full bathroom with a tub, and a bedroom that they've staged as a crafting room. Two closets in that bedroom, which is more than you usually see in a secondary bedroom. The ceilings throughout are tray ceilings with recessed lighting and built-in speakers, so if you're into home audio or just want a clean look, it's already wired.

The base price is $409,900, but that's before upgrades. If you want the finishes you see in the model, the backsplash, the light fixtures, the screened lanai instead of a basic patio, you need to work with Chesapeake during the build phase. They have a showroom in Myrtle Beach where you pick everything, but once the house is done, you're stuck with what's there.

The Boardwalk: Wider Entry and L-Shaped Lanai

The Boardwalk starts at $424,900 and gives you a 3 to 4 bedroom, 2 to 3 bath layout with a two-car garage. The first thing you notice is the wider entryway. It just feels more open when you walk in. To the left, same setup as the Shorebreak: first-floor bedroom, full bath, two linen closets. To the right, you've got the garage access, a laundry room, and a little mudroom area.

The kitchen is a full gourmet setup with a closed pantry and a kitchenette area off to the side. You also get a formal dining room that you can access from two sides, which is nice for flow when you're hosting. The primary bedroom is on the first floor again, with tray ceilings, recessed lighting, and a big walk-in closet. The primary bath is spacious, and the whole suite feels wider than the Shorebreak.

Off the kitchen, there's an L-shaped lanai. This one is screened in, not glassed in like the Shorebreak, but that's one of the features you can choose if you're building from dirt. You can also add an outdoor cooking area and a built-in fireplace if you want to turn the lanai into a full outdoor living space. Upstairs, you get another loft area with a bedroom, two closets, and a full bath. The loft is big enough to be a second living room if you want it.

The Boardwalk is a step up from the Shorebreak in terms of space and layout, but it's still under $425,000 base. If you're looking for a little more room without jumping to the next price tier, this is the one.

The Seashore: Two Kitchens and an In-Law Suite

The Seashore is where things get interesting. This model ranges from 2,300 to just over 2,900 square feet , depending on how you configure it, and it's a 3 to 5 bedroom, 2 to 3.5 bath home. The base price is $459,900 , but the big selling point here is the optional in-law suite. When you walk in, you see two front doors. One leads to the main house, the other leads to a completely separate suite with its own kitchen, bedroom, and full bath. It's got its own entrance, so whoever's living there, whether it's a parent, an adult child, or a long-term guest, has complete privacy.

This is one of the best setups we've seen for multi-generational living in the Myrtle Beach area. You're keeping family close, but you're not sharing a kitchen or a bathroom. The in-law suite has a half bath in the hallway, and then you walk into the main part of the house. To the left, you've got the laundry room, garage access, and another closet. The garage is the same two-car setup, but again, you can upgrade to three if you're bringing a golf cart.

There's a bonus room off the garage that they've staged as a man cave. You could also use it as a home office, a playroom, whatever. The kitchen is another gourmet setup with a huge island, a gas stove (this is a gas community, which matters if you cook), and a view straight through to the living room and the fireplace. The formal dining room is off to the side, and the primary bedroom is on the first floor. The primary bath in this model is one of our favorites, separate shower with a car-wash-style setup, a water closet, and a walk-in closet that's outside the bathroom instead of inside. That's a nice touch because it keeps the humidity out of your clothes.

Off the dining room, you get another screened-in sunroom, and this one has an optional outdoor patio with a barbecue cooking area and a built-in fireplace. If you're an ex-firefighter like me, or you just love to grill, this is the setup you want. Upstairs, there's a loft area staged as a movie theater with theater-style chairs and a big entertainment center. You also get a full bath and a bedroom with a closet.

The Seashore is the most versatile model in the lineup. If you need space for extended family, or if you just want the option to rent out part of the house, this is the one. The base price is $459,900, but with the in-law suite and the outdoor upgrades, you're going to be closer to the high $400s or low $500s.

The Surfrider: Three-Car Garage and Golf Cart Ready

The Surfrider is the newest model, and it's built for people who want a three-car garage. It's 2,326 square feet , 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and it starts at $479,900 . The third garage bay is specifically for a golf cart, which makes sense in a golf cart community like Bridgewater. You can park your cart, charge it, and head out to the amenity center or the lake without ever getting in your car.

When you walk in, you see the same first-floor bedroom setup to the left: full bath, two linen closets. The garage is massive, and there's attic access up top if you need extra storage for Christmas trees or seasonal stuff. The laundry room is off the garage, and there's a little boot box area where you can drop your shoes and bags when you come in.

The kitchen is another gourmet setup with a gas stove, a huge island, and a farmhouse sink. The backsplash is one of the nicest we've seen in these models. You've got a living room, a dining room, and a second first-floor bedroom off the kitchen with its own full bath. That's a nice touch if you have guests who need privacy but don't want to climb stairs. The primary bedroom is on the first floor with 12-foot tray ceilings, recessed lighting, and a primary bath with gold accents (if you're into that). The walk-in closet is inside the bathroom in this model, which is different from the Seashore.

Off the dining room, there's a sunroom with an exterior door so you can step outside. It's smaller than the other sunrooms we saw, but it's still a nice space for cocktails or just sitting outside without dealing with bugs. Upstairs, you get another loft area with two large closets, a full bath, and a bedroom with attic access. The loft is big enough to be a game room, a second office, or just a place to hang out.

The Surfrider is the most expensive model at $479,900 base, but you're getting that third garage bay and a layout that's built for people who want a little more separation between the main living area and the guest spaces. If you're planning to use this as a vacation home in Myrtle Beach or you just want room for a golf cart, this is the one.

The Amenity Center: 5,000 Sq Ft Clubhouse and Full Event Calendar

The amenity center at Bridgewater is one of the best we've seen in a non-age-restricted community. It's a 5,000 square foot clubhouse with a 2,000 square foot event room , a catering-style kitchen, and overhead garage-style doors that open up to the pool area. There's a state-of-the-art fitness center inside the clubhouse with a WellBeat virtual class system, so you can take aerobics, yoga, or strength training classes on your own schedule. There's also a separate aerobics room with its own garage door that they open in the summer.

Outside, you've got a pool with cabanas that have fans to keep you cool. There's an outdoor kitchen and barbecue area, a fire pit, a bocce ball court, and pickleball courts. You can also kayak on the lake, which is a nice option if you want to get out on the water without driving to the beach. The whole setup is designed for people who want to be active and social, but it's not age-restricted. We've seen families with kids here, retirees, and everyone in between.

The big differentiator is the event planner. Bridgewater has someone on staff who puts together a full monthly calendar of events. We saw men's morning coffee on the schedule, kids' events, private parties in the event room, there's always something going on. If you're the type of person who wants a built-in social life, this is the community for it. If you just want to use the pool and the gym and ignore the rest, that's fine too. But the programming is there if you want it.

This is also a gas community, which means you can get gas appliances in your home if you prefer cooking on gas. Not every new construction community in the Myrtle Beach area offers that, so it's worth noting if it matters to you.

Which Bridgewater Model Fits Your Lifestyle?

If you're trying to decide between these four models, here's how we'd break it down:

• Choose the Shorebreak if you want the lowest base price and you're okay with a smaller footprint. You still get the first-floor primary, the open floor plan, and access to all the amenities. It's a solid entry point into new construction homes in Myrtle Beach without stretching your budget.

• Choose the Boardwalk if you want a little more space and a wider entry. The L-shaped lanai is a nice upgrade, and the layout feels more open than the Shorebreak. You're only paying about $15,000 more for the base price, so it's worth considering if you have the budget.

• Choose the Seashore if you need an in-law suite or you want the option to have two separate living spaces under one roof. The second kitchen and the separate entrance make this the best option for multi-generational living. It's also the most customizable in terms of square footage, so you can scale it up or down depending on what you need.

• Choose the Surfrider if you want a three-car garage and you're planning to bring a golf cart. The layout is similar to the Boardwalk, but the extra garage bay and the attic access make it a better fit for people who need more storage or who want to take full advantage of the golf cart community setup.

All four models have the primary bedroom on the first floor, which is a big selling point if you're relocating to Myrtle Beach for retirement or if you just don't want to deal with stairs long-term. They all come with gourmet kitchens, walk-in pantries, and bonus rooms or lofts upstairs. The big differences are in the square footage, the garage size, and whether you need that in-law suite.

One thing to keep in mind: Chesapeake Homes is a production builder, so if you want upgrades, you need to buy the lot from dirt and work with them during construction. If you buy a pre-built home, you're getting the base features. That's not necessarily a bad thing, the base features are still nice, but if you're picturing gold fixtures, outdoor kitchens, and custom backsplashes, you need to plan for that upfront.

Conclusion

Bridgewater is one of the best options we've seen for buyers who want resort-style living without the age restriction. You're getting a 5,000 square foot clubhouse, a full event calendar, pickleball courts, a pool, and kayaking on the lake, all in a community that's open to all ages. The Chesapeake Homes models range from $409,900 to $479,900 base, and they all come with first-floor primary bedrooms, gourmet kitchens, and two-car garages (or three, if you go with the Surfrider).

If you're moving to Myrtle Beach and you want new construction that checks all the boxes, active community, lakefront lots, golf cart access, and room for extended family, Bridgewater is worth a serious look. Little River keeps you far enough from the tourist traffic but close enough to everything you need. And if you're the type of person who wants a built-in social life, the event programming here is hard to beat.

We work with builders like Chesapeake all the time, and we're always in the loop about price cuts, special deals, and which lots are still available. If you're thinking about buying now or later down the line, let's set up a call. We'll walk you through everything you need to know, show you what's available, and help you figure out which model fits your lifestyle. Give us a call, shoot us a text, or drop us an email, and we'll get you scheduled.