Cainhoy

A growing Berkeley County community next door to Daniel Island.

About Cainhoy

Cainhoy refers both to the Cainhoy Peninsula in Berkeley County, bounded by the Wando River on the east and the Cooper River on the west, and to the historic village of Cainhoy in a bend of the Wando River.

The village of Cainhoy was established around 1735 and served as a river port connecting inland farms on the peninsula with Charleston. The Cainhoy Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Clements Ferry Road, the main route through the area, began as part of a colonial road network along the east bank of the Cooper River and grew busier after Interstate 526 opened in 1992.

Part of the area is within the City of Charleston: the Cainhoy property along Clements Ferry Road, which includes Point Hope, is being developed as a mixed-use community within the city and Berkeley County.

Why Live in Cainhoy?

• Philip Simmons Elementary and Middle schools opened in 2016 and Philip Simmons High School in 2017, all on land in the Point Hope area off Clements Ferry Road.
• The City of Charleston's Daniel Island Recreation Center, an indoor recreation facility, serves both Daniel Island and the Cainhoy community.
• Deep local history, including the National Register–listed Cainhoy Historic District on the Wando River.
• Marsh, forest and creeks across a peninsula set between the Wando River and the Francis Marion National Forest.
• Shopping close to home, including a Publix-anchored shopping center in Point Hope.

The Cainhoy Market

Cainhoy is changing quickly, with new neighborhoods alongside long-established land. Reach out to Pamela for a current, no-pressure look at your options here.

Schools in Cainhoy

Cainhoy is served by the Berkeley County School District. Philip Simmons Elementary, Middle and High schools are located in the Point Hope area off Clements Ferry Road, and Philip Simmons High School serves the Cainhoy Peninsula along with Daniel Island, Thomas Island and Huger. Attendance zones can change, so confirm school assignments directly with the district.

Local Favorites

• Cainhoy Historic District (Historic site): National Register–listed historic village on the Wando River that grew from a ferry landing into a small river port.
• Daniel Island Recreation Center (Recreation): City of Charleston indoor recreation facility that serves both Daniel Island and the Cainhoy community.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cainhoy

What county is Cainhoy in?

Cainhoy is in Berkeley County.

Which schools serve the Cainhoy area?

The Berkeley County School District serves Cainhoy. Philip Simmons Elementary, Middle and High schools are off Clements Ferry Road in the Point Hope area; confirm assignments for a specific address with the district.

Where is the historic village of Cainhoy?

The original village, known today as the old village, sits at the end of Cainhoy Village Road on a bluff overlooking the Wando River.

What is the main road through Cainhoy?

Clements Ferry Road, which connects the peninsula to Interstate 526 and traces part of a colonial-era route along the east bank of the Cooper River.

Is Cainhoy part of the City of Charleston?

Part of it is. The Cainhoy property along Clements Ferry Road, including Point Hope, is within the City of Charleston and Berkeley County.