Ancient oaks draped in Spanish moss welcome you to ''Summertime'' - a 14.3 acre estate on the Bohicket Creek - evoking memories of a bygone era, a more peaceful time of days filled with family, friends, garden parties, lawn games, swimming, boating and feasting on local bounty from land and sea. This charming, 4,292 sq. ft. cottage-style home features a light filled, spacious gathering room opening onto an expansive screened porch offering spectacular panoramic water and marsh vistas with glorious sunrises and spectacular sunsets. Boating & fishing enthusiasts will enjoy easy access to the Bohicket Creek from your very own deep-water dock with pierhead, water & electric. A summer kitchen, pool pavilion and salt-water pool offer year round outdoor enjoyment.The main Cottagemaster suite with dressing room, luxury marble and limestone bathroom and private screened porch is conveniently locatedon the first level as well a library separate dining room, gourmet eat-in kitchen with butler's pantry/wet bar, mud room, full half bath and powder room. Three additional bedrooms, two bathrooms, exercise room and media/game room with wet bar, located on the second level, provide ample room and enjoyment for family and friends. The 1,527 sq. ft. separate guest house includes two bedrooms and bathrooms, a great room with fireplace, eat-in kitchen, laundry and screened porch offering sweeping views. Pride of ownership is evident throughout this meticulously maintained home with many special finishes including custom millwork, gleaming pine flooring, arched openings and plantation shutters.With over 8 acres of lush gardens, mature trees, grassy lawns, walking paths, in-ground saltwater pool, covered pavilion, summer kitchen, deep-water dock with covered pierhead on the Bohicket Creek, once you arrive, it will be hard to leave.The Bohicket Creek and surrounding marshlands are home to an abundance of natural wildlife and many bird species, where dolphins play and feed along the shoreline.Located on rural Johns Island and just 30 minutes from Historic downtown Charleston and two airports, this property offers the best of two lifestyles - serene waterfront Lowcountry living with close proximity to Kiawah Island, championship golf courses, Freshfields Village shopping & dining, Seabrook Island, Bohicket Marina, Beachwalker Park and beach access. All within easy access to bustling downtown Charleston with its rich history, notable architecture, popular restaurants, shopping and entertainment.
Listing Date: 09-25-2019
Sold Date: 08-26-2020
Aprox Days on Market: 
11 month(s), 0 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
3 Year(s), 7 month(s), 23 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $3,295,000
Asking Price: $2,995,000
Selling Price: $2,685,000
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $610,000
Price Difference From Asking:
Reduced By $310,000
Grazing Permits Forest Service: Yes
Grazing Permits Private: Yes
Grazing Permits Blm: Yes
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: Yes
Community Features: Fitness Center
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 6
Levels: Two
Year Built: 2000
Floors: Ceramic Tile, Stone, Wood
Rent Control: No
Fencing: Privacy
Misc Ext: Deck, Patio, Front Porch, Porch - Full Front, Screened
Exterior Features: Balcony, Dock - Existing, Dock - Floating, Lawn Irrigation, Lawn Well, Lighting
Pool Private: Yes
Pool Features: In Ground
Style: Cottage, Craftsman
Gar Pkg: 3 Car Garage, Attached
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: Yes
Desclocation: Gas Connection, Three
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Great, Living/Dining Combo, Media, In-Law Floorplan, Pantry, Separate Dining, Utility
Fireplace: Yes
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Num Fireplaces: 3
Lot Size: 14.30
Lot Desc: 10+ Acres, Wooded
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Dimensions: 294 x 1945 x 296 x 1933
Acres: 14.30
Lot Sqft: 622908
Irrigation Water Rights: Yes
Security Features: Security System
Mobile Home Remains: Yes
Property Type: A
Stories: 2
Foundation: Crawl Space
Exterior: Wood Siding
New Construction: No
Roof: Metal
Building Area Units: Square Feet
View: No
Home Warranty: Yes
Habitable Residence: Yes
Beds: 6
Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Outside Access, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Lower
Sold Date: 2020-08-26T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: Yes
Lease Considered: Yes
Lease Assignable: Yes
Sqft: 5819
Water Source: Public, Well
Utilities: Berkeley Elect Co-Op
Heating: Yes
Heat: Electric, Heat Pump
Water Sewer: Septic Tank
Cooling: Yes
Water Front Features: River Access, River Front, Waterfront - Deep
Waterfront: Yes
Courtesy of listing office Pam Harrington Exclusives