121 Live Oak Dr Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

Listing details for 121 Live Oak Dr, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 : Major price reduction! A rare opportunity to own a piece of Old Mount Pleasant history! Built in 1903 by Confederate Surgeon Dr. Edward Manly Royall as a retreat for himself and his wife, the house at 121 Live Oak Drive sits at 21' above sea level on the "mount" of Mount Pleasant (NO FLOOD INSURANCE REQUIRED). The large front porch with harbor views and a clear view of the Morris Island lighthouse is perfect for entertaining. Enjoy the oak-lined street, full of families, in one of the area's most desirable neighborhoods. Excellent Public Schools (Mount Pleasant Academy is a National Blue Ribbon School with a brand new building less than five minutes away!), walking distance to Shem Creek bars, restaurants, and two large established churches. Bike to Sullivan's Island bars, restaurantsand beaches. The home has undergone major renovations and the owners have maintained its original character and unique features; heartpine floors, high ceilings, original doors and windows, custom made hurricane shutters, custom hearth, bead board ceilings just to name a few. The first floor Master Suite features a large cedar-lined walk-in closet and master bath with dual sinks, garden tub and shower. The beautiful large windows overlooking the front porch in both the formal living and dining rooms showcase the class and sophistication of the original home structure. The large foyer has the original French doors that open into the family room where you will find the custom hearth with gas insert. The bright open kitchen has custom bead board cabinets, pantry, and an island. The upstairs of the home has been virtually untouched, boasting original wood floors, doors, unique storage closets and large built-in book shelves (perfect for children's toys and books!). The large walk-in closet upstairs could be converted to a third full bath. A downstairs basement provides additional storage or could easily house a wine cellar or workshop space. In traditional Old Mount Pleasant style and in keeping with the surrounding homes, the "Front" of the home faces the water for harbor breeze and the view from the street is the back of the house. The large lot provides ample room for the addition of a separate garage or pool house/guest house and the town of Mount Pleasant will allow a second building on the property with a rental unit to provide income. Already approved by the Town Appearance Board are detached garage and workshop and/or the raising of the house to allow for a drive-under garage and full additional floor of living space.