Lauren Dion Real Estate

Lauren Dion Real Estate Esq, Mom, Wife to
Top 1% REALTOR® | $245M+ SOLD🏝 Team | Vacay Owner 64 Surfsong!

MEET LAUREN + CHRIS 👋We’ve welcomed quite a few new faces around here lately, so we thought it was time for a proper rei...
09/22/2026

MEET LAUREN + CHRIS 👋

We’ve welcomed quite a few new faces around here lately, so we thought it was time for a proper reintroduction.

We’re Lauren + Chris Dion, the husband-and-wife team behind the at Akers Ellis Real Estate & Rentals.

We work together. We live together. We talk about real estate at dinner more often than we probably should. 😅 And somehow, we still really like each other.

But beyond the listings, closings and market conversations, what we love most about what we do is helping people find their version of the Lowcountry.

For some, that’s an oceanfront villa where the beach is steps away. For others, it’s a Kiawah home designed for generations of family memories, a quiet waterfront retreat, an investment opportunity, or simply a place that makes it a little harder to leave on Sunday afternoon.

Luxury real estate is about more than a price point. It’s about understanding lifestyle, location, timing and opportunity—and having someone in your corner who understands the nuances of the market.

That’s where we come in.

We know Kiawah. We know the surrounding Lowcountry. We know the market. And yes, we probably know which route to take when everyone else is sitting in traffic. 😉

Whether you’ve been following us for years, recently found us, are dreaming about owning on Kiawah, or are simply here because you enjoy the palm trees and pretty houses—welcome. We’re glad you’re here.

And if we haven’t met yet, say hello in the comments. 👋

Lauren & Chris Dion | Akers Ellis Real Estate & Vacation Rentals Real Estate & Rentals




📸 Photography: Stephanie Selby Photography

🌿 COMING SOON | 1045 Anhinga Court | Offered at $1,495,000Lagoon views, a sprawling wraparound porch, and the beach just...
09/21/2026

🌿 COMING SOON | 1045 Anhinga Court | Offered at $1,495,000

Lagoon views, a sprawling wraparound porch, and the beach just moments away. This is the Kiawah cottage lifestyle you’ve been dreaming about.

Lovingly cared for by the same owner for 30 years, this beautifully renovated, meticulously maintained cottage is being offered fully furnished and ready for its next chapter.

✨ A few highlights:
3 bedrooms | 2 renovated bathrooms
Beautifully renovated throughout
Expansive wraparound porch overlooking the lagoon
Conveniently located beside the neighborhood pool
Just a short distance to beach access
Fully furnished and exceptionally maintained

Whether you’re searching for a coastal getaway or a place to create lasting family memories, 1045 Anhinga Court offers an inviting opportunity to enjoy life on Kiawah Island.

Showings begin tomorrow, September 22! 🔑

DM us “ANHINGA” for more details or to schedule your private showing.

Professionally listed by Lauren & Chris Dion | Akers Ellis Real Estate & Rentals

09/20/2026

POV: You came to Kiawah for the weekend. Now you’re looking at homes. 🌴🌊

It happens. One beach day turns into imagining what it would be like to have a place of your own here.

Morning coffee with an ocean breeze. Bike rides beneath the live oaks. Afternoons on the sand. And weekends you never want to end.

The good news? There’s more than one way to own on Kiawah Island, South Carolina.

From oceanfront villas and charming cottages to luxury homes, homesites and fractional ownership opportunities, finding your place on Kiawah starts with finding the lifestyle that fits you.

Come for the weekend. Stay for the lifestyle. 🔑

Thinking about making Kiawah more than a vacation destination? DM “KIAWAH” and let’s explore your options.

We know the island. We know the market. And we know what makes Kiawah feel like home.

Lauren & Chris Dion | Akers Ellis Real Estate & Rentals

🌿 The best gatherings come with a view.Imagine sunset cocktails, dinner with friends, and slow Lowcountry evenings surro...
09/19/2026

🌿 The best gatherings come with a view.

Imagine sunset cocktails, dinner with friends, and slow Lowcountry evenings surrounded by breathtaking marsh views.

At 3694 Edings Court, entertaining extends well beyond the walls of the home.

Set on 1.25 acres on Johns Island, this custom retreat offers the space, privacy, and natural beauty to make every gathering feel like a getaway.

🥂 Expansive marsh views create an unforgettable backdrop for outdoor entertaining.

🌳 A thoughtfully preserved natural setting offers room to relax, gather, and enjoy the beauty of the Lowcountry.

🚤 A shared neighborhood dock with space for your private boat makes days on the water part of the lifestyle.

✨ Inside, soaring 18-foot ceilings, an open-concept living area, and a chef-inspired kitchen with Thermador appliances make hosting just as effortless indoors.

📍 Convenient to Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, and Charleston, this Johns Island retreat offers a beautiful balance of privacy and coastal convenience.

Because the best part of entertaining isn’t just the company. It’s having a place everyone wants to be.

💰 3694 Edings Court | Offered at $3,395,000

📩 DM “EDINGS” to explore this exceptional marsh-view property or schedule your private showing.

Professionally listed by Lauren & Chris Dion |

✨ Coastal elegance, thoughtful design, and Lowcountry living at its finest— 1714 Vireo Court SOLD | $1,505,000 ✨🥂 Congra...
09/18/2026

✨ Coastal elegance, thoughtful design, and Lowcountry living at its finest— 1714 Vireo Court SOLD | $1,505,000 ✨

🥂 Congratulations to our buyers on their beautiful new home!A special thank you to listing agent Danner Benfield for working with us to bring this sale to a successful close, and to Brightwater Homes for the beautiful craftsmanship.

Nestled in The Preserve at Penny Creek on Johns Island, this stunning Brightwater-built residence features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen, a luxurious main-level primary suite, and an inviting screened porch designed for effortless entertaining.

With community deep-water docks, scenic walking trails, and convenient access to downtown Charleston, Kiawah Island, and area beaches, this neighborhood captures the essence of Lowcountry living.

Lauren & Chris Dion |

SOLD OUT at 42 Cotton Hall Road. 🌴🔑The final ownership opportunities at Magnolia at 42 Cotton Hall Road on Kiawah Island...
09/16/2026

SOLD OUT at 42 Cotton Hall Road. 🌴🔑

The final ownership opportunities at Magnolia at 42 Cotton Hall Road on Kiawah Island have officially CLOSED—which means there are no shares remaining.

Two of the final closings included:

1/4 Share | SOLD for $1,356,000
1/8 Share | SOLD for $678,000

With these closings complete, every available share at 42 Cotton Hall Road has now been spoken for.

This newly built 2025 luxury home offered buyers a different way to experience ownership on Kiawah—with five bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, a heated saltwater pool and spa, golf and lagoon views, proximity to the beach, and a professionally managed, turnkey ownership experience.

And while 42 Cotton Hall is officially sold out, opportunities for fractional and co-ownership on Kiawah continue to be an option for buyers looking for a different path to the island lifestyle.

Missed this one? DM “KIAWAH” and let’s talk about what other ownership opportunities may be available.

We know the island. We know the opportunities.

Lauren & Chris Dion | Akers Ellis Real Estate & Rentals


You invested in the property. Now enjoy the lifestyle. 🌴There’s a difference between vacationing on Kiawah Island and ha...
09/15/2026

You invested in the property. Now enjoy the lifestyle. 🌴

There’s a difference between vacationing on Kiawah Island and having a place here that truly feels like your own.

Our latest blog explores what life on Kiawah can look like once you own here—from morning bike rides beneath the live oaks and afternoons on the beach to golf, Freshfields Village, time on the water and those days when the best plan is simply staying home.

Because choosing the right Kiawah property isn’t only about bedrooms, bathrooms or square footage. It’s about asking a more important question:

How do you want to spend your time when you’re here?

Whether you’re considering a second home, vacation property, villa or co-ownership opportunity, understanding the lifestyle you want can help determine where—and how—you choose to own.

We know the island. We know the market. And we know what makes Kiawah feel like home.

👇 Click the link in our bio to read our latest blog: Own the Getaway: What to Do When You Vacation on Kiawah Island.

Lauren & Chris Dion | Akers Ellis Real Estate & Rentals


Think owning on Kiawah Island is out of reach? You may have more options than you think. 🌴 There isn’t just one way to b...
09/15/2026

Think owning on Kiawah Island is out of reach? You may have more options than you think. 🌴 There isn’t just one way to buy on Kiawah.

Current opportunities span everything from fractional ownership starting around $110K and villas beginning around $500K, to homesites, cottages, private residences and some of the island’s most exceptional luxury estates.

Depending on what you’re looking for, the current price ranges include:

Fractional Ownership: $110K–$1.4M
Villas: $500K–$5.95M
Home Sites: $725K–$14M
Cottages: $1.1M–$1.8M
Homes: $1.5M–$25M

The better question may not be “Can I buy on Kiawah?”

It’s “What kind of Kiawah ownership is right for me?”

Whether you’re looking for a weekend retreat, second home, investment opportunity, homesite, fractional option or full-time island residence, we can help you understand what’s available and where it fits within your goals.

We know the island. We know the market. And we know the different ways to own here.

DM “KIAWAH” and let’s find your fit.

Lauren & Chris
| Akers Ellis Real Estate & Rentals
Your Trusted Advisors



***NOTE: Price ranges reflect current/available market examples and are subject to change.

There’s something about a Sunday morning on Kiawah Island that invites you to slow down.💛A walk along the beach. A bike ...
09/13/2026

There’s something about a Sunday morning on Kiawah Island that invites you to slow down.💛

A walk along the beach. A bike ride beneath the live oaks. Coffee on the porch. The sound of the ocean in the distance. And a little more time to appreciate exactly where you are.

It’s the quieter moments that often remind us why people fall in love with Kiawah Island, South Carolina in the first place. It’s more than beautiful homes and incredible views—it’s a lifestyle that makes slowing down feel natural.

Here’s to a slower Sunday, a brighter perspective, and a grateful start to the week ahead... Happy Sunday from Kiawah Island🌴

Lauren & Chris
| Akers Ellis Real Estate & Rentals
Your Trusted Advisors

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