Experience Waterfront Luxury Living in Modena on Skidaway Island

Once a cotton and indigo plantation, working cattle farm, and private hunting preserve, Modena has transformed into one of the most exclusive and desirable gated communities on Skidaway Island. Located on the island’s north end, Modena offers just 50 acres of private residential space, where stunning custom homes overlook a pristine landscape of marshes, tidal creeks, and protected wetlands. With only a limited number of properties, Modena represents a rare opportunity for refined coastal living surrounded by natural beauty and historic charm.

In 1936, the land was sold by owner Ralph Isham to Robert Roebling, whose great-grandfather founded the company that manufactured the braided steel cable used in the Brooklyn Bridge, George Washington Bridge, and Golden Gate Bridge. The Roebling family later donated much of their land on Skidaway Island to the state of Georgia, paving the way for the establishment of the University of Georgia’s Skidaway Institute of Oceanography. Today, the Modena neighborhood stands as a testament to both the area’s legacy and its enduring appeal.

Modena is accessible via McWhorter Drive, with a private gated entrance, just across from the Skidaway Institute of Oceanography. This secluded location offers residents unmatched privacy while still being conveniently close to Savannah and all that Skidaway Island has to offer. The community overlooks the Wilmington River and intracoastal marshlands, providing dramatic vistas and serene, natural surroundings.

Though Modena does not feature a clubhouse or formal recreational amenities, its most prized asset is deep-water access. Many homes include private docks or dock permits, making this a boater’s paradise. Residents enjoy peaceful mornings on the water, breathtaking sunsets, and direct boating access to coastal waterways and the Atlantic Ocean.

The homes in Modena are architecturally distinct, with styles ranging from Southern Coastal to Lowcountry estate homes, all thoughtfully designed to highlight the surrounding landscape. Generous lot sizes, expansive porches, resort-style pools, and luxury finishes are hallmarks of the community. Whether you’re looking to purchase an existing home or build a custom waterfront retreat, real estate in Modena offers some of the most coveted property in the Savannah area.

If you’re drawn to unmatched privacy, rich history, and the opportunity to live along some of the most breathtaking stretches of the Georgia coast, Contact me, Cristina Callegari, to learn more about homes and lots available in Modena on Skidaway Island.