Viewing Listing MLS# 26009623

An incomparable Southern Retreat nestled on 1.84 acres in the Charleston Lowcountry, just 15 miles from vibrant and historic downtown, and 12 miles from Kiawah Beach Walker Park. This thoughtful and award winning Southern Living designed home delivers easy first floor living for those looking to downsize but also wanting to have a luxurious home with established income producing private guest quarters. Built in 2018, the home was thoughtfully designed with luxury architectural details and understated sophistication. This estate offers three distinct living spaces totaling over 3,300 square feet--making it ideal for multigenerational living, extended guests, or discerning buyers seeking income potential through luxury short-term rentals. The Main Residence delivers open floor living,welcoming you with vaulted ceilings, soaring up to 20 feet, rich hardwood floors, and a wood-burning fireplace that anchors the great room with warmth and charm. A beautifully appointed kitchen features a striking 9.5-foot island, pantry, custom lighting (with voice-activated controls), and seamless indoor-outdoor flow to the expansive 36-foot front porch. The Primary Suite is your sanctuary, with spa-like bath, soaking tub, and custom tiled walk-in shower. A powder room and loft bedroom or office space compliments the main dwelling.There are many premium finishes throughout, including 9' solid-panel doors, impact glass windows, designer fixtures, Rinnai tankless hot water system, wide plank white oak flooring, open-cell foam insulation, brick sidewalks, Hardie Plank siding, standing seam metal roofs on all structures, fully encapsulated with for year-round efficiency, wrought iron entrance gate (wired for automation), and a full security system.Spend days and evenings relaxing on your 36 foot southern gathering porch or the 240 square foot screened porch that connects the main dwelling to the guest cottage. This central area flows out to the brick patio for grilling and chilling under the massive and ancient live oak tree. The Guest Cottage, 500 square feet, is enchanting, privately situated and connected to the main home. This two-story guest retreat with private porch and entrance, a successful rental, includes an open loft bedroom, custom tiled bath, and kitchenette perfect for guests, caretakers, or high-end short-term rental. A dedicated 9' entrance door with charming sitting porch set among beautifully landscaped yard makes for a warm residential feel. The cottage offers full privacy without compromising proximity to the 240 foot screened lanai, perfect for optional porch swing and relaxing in the evenings.The Garage Apartment above the large 3-car garage, is 970 square feet. This huge living space is ideal for extended family, a 2nd successful rental, game room, or a home office with distingction.The residence is a premier location on Johns Island, which has become known as a ""foodie destination"" for Charlestonians, as well as having access to beaches and local agriculture. Here, you are tucked away in tranquil seclusion yet remarkably convenient: 15 minutes to Kiawah's Beachwalker Park, 25 minutes to historic downtown Charleston and major hospitals, 30 minutes to Folly BeachThe guest house and garage apartment are established Short Term Rental locations with ""Super Host"" rated listings.The property is considered Flood Zone X and there is no HOA.