Elegant, stunning, peaceful, private, one of a kind deep-water estate that cannot be duplicated are just a few of the first class characteristics to describe 171 Dewees Inlet Drive. This truly unique estate is one of only a few on Dewees Island and provides a family with the all of the modern in-home amenities but absolute privacy on a historic and beautiful island. The over 4,600 square foot estate rests within a grove of historic live oaks that spans approximately 1,000 feet of deep-water frontage with 3.61 acres on Dewees Inlet. With 2.5 miles of private Atlantic Ocean beach just steps from your door and the intracoastal waterway directly off your back porch all of your boating, fishing and water enjoyment days are at your fingertips.Energy features include storm shutters (most of which are motorized), on demand under house gas water heaters and top of the line thermal windows and doors. The social community makes frequent use of the Community Center with a weekly Friday ""Happy Hour"", Ladies weekly ""Coffee"", Men's Card Thursday, an active Social Committee with frequent outings of local interest, book club, and Arts council with showing by local artists. Island wildlife include snowy egrets, great blue herons, roseate spoonbills, hawks, osprey, bald eagles and pelicans, white tailed deer, sea otters, crab, dolphin and numerous varieties of fish. The views from this premier estate are breath taking from the wildlife, to the glorious sunsets to the everlasting views of the ocean and intracoastal waterways. The island inlet and ocean give way to the many opportunities to kayak, canoe, boat, sail, fish and the like for the entire family to enjoy. Transportation to the island is by private boat or ferry, and on the island by golf cart. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to view a one of a kind deep-water estate.
Listing Date: 10-05-2018
Sold Date: 07-31-2020
Aprox Days on Market: 
1 Year(s), 9 month(s), 25 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
3 Year(s), 8 month(s), 23 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $2,099,000
Asking Price: $1,999,000
Selling Price: $1,999,000
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $100,000
Price Difference From Asking:
Same as Asking Price
Grazing Permits Forest Service: Yes
Grazing Permits Private: Yes
Grazing Permits Blm: Yes
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: Yes
Community Features: Clubhouse, Marina, Walk/Jog Trails
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 5
Levels: Two
Window Features: Storm Window(s), Window Treatments
Year Built: 1979
Floors: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Rent Control: No
Misc Ext: Deck, Patio, Covered, Front Porch, Screened
Exterior Features: Dock - Existing, Dock - Floating, Lawn Well
Pool Private: No
Style: Traditional
Gar Pkg: 2 Car Garage, Other (Use Remarks)
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Desclocation: Family Room, One
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Family, Entrance Foyer, Living/Dining Combo, In-Law Floorplan, Office, Pantry, Study, Sun, Utility
Fireplace: Yes
Laundry Features: Dryer Connection, Laundry Room
Num Fireplaces: 1
Lot Size: 3.61
Lot Desc: 2 - 5 Acres
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 3.61
Lot Sqft: 157251.6
Irrigation Water Rights: Yes
Security Features: Security System
Mobile Home Remains: Yes
Property Type: A
Stories: 2
Foundation: Raised
Exterior: Wood Siding
New Construction: No
Roof: Copper
Building Area Units: Square Feet
View: No
Home Warranty: Yes
Habitable Residence: Yes
Beds: 5
Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Garden Tub/Shower, Multiple Closets, Walk-In Closet(s)
Sold Date: 2020-07-31T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: Yes
Lease Considered: Yes
Lease Assignable: Yes
Sqft: 4602
Water Source: Private, Well
Heating: Yes
Heat: Heat Pump
Water Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
Cooling: Yes
Water Front Features: Beach Access, River Access, River Front, Tidal Creek, Waterfront - Deep, Seawall
Waterfront: Yes
Courtesy of listing office Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty