Viewing Listing MLS# 1009891

Spectacular gated 26.5 acre estate! This beautiful custom home was built by a builder as his personal residence, so everything is top of line! The house, stocked pond with lighted fountain, swimming pool and hot tub, basketball court, 6,000 square foot workshop/garage (with full kitchen and bath) plus an irrigated garden are located on approximately 15 acres(of the 25) that have been cleared. The gated entry and tree lined drive make coming home a treat. The dramatic two story foyer draws you in as you take notice of the marble inlay and custom stair case with unique iron spindles and a balcony centerpiece reminiscent of the old Charleston iron gates! The foyer is flanked by the formal living room and spacious formal dining room. This dining space has a built in cherry china cabinet and two arched recessed areas perfect for highlighting your favorite sculptures or works of art. The family room is so bright and airy, the lofty ceilings are two plus stories! The back wall of this room is a huge ""bay"" with three arched windows welcoming in the natural light! This room houses the custom built media center(including TV, surround sound speakers and DVD player)! The breakfast area has a bay window seat with storage and and a desk. The gourmet kitchen includes custom cherry cabinets with rope accents, granite counter tops, island big enough to use as work space or to enjoy a meal, walk in pantry, Jennaire smooth top range with side grill/griddle, stainless and black appliances plus too many extras to mention! There is also a bedroom on the first floor with a full bath that would make a wonderful mother in law suite. The master bedroom is a true retreat; complete with a trayed ceiling sitting room and a see through gas fire place! A small hallway with his and hers walk in closets(both with built in dressers)lead you to the luxurious master bath which boasts his and hers raised cherry cabinets with cultured granite count tops, an oversized solid surface shower with dual shower heads and a beautiful oval tub tucked away behind an arch. Three additional bedrooms are on this floor, all with their own bath rooms and walk in closets! A spiral staircase leads you to the third floor which contains the billiard room (pool table to convey) complete with wet bar, half bath and a large floored storage area! There is also an office and an additional finished room for storage(add a closet and make it a sixth bedroom)!! Don't worry if you don't want to climb the stairs, there is an elevator that will take you all the way to the third floor! The majority of the first floor and all bathrooms are tile (except the bedroom), the second floor hall and stairwell are hardwood and the bedrooms are carpet. There is heavy crown molding and custom trim work throughout this lovely home! A small breezeway from the family room leads you to the screened gazebo, swimming pool and hot tub! This Home would make a wonderful Bed & Breakfast which is allowed under the existing zoning!