729 Stiles Dr Charleston, SC 29412

Listing details for 729 Stiles Dr, Charleston, SC 29412 : Welcome to 729 Stiles Dr in the highly sought-after Clearview neighborhood of James Island. This stunning lakefront property has gone through a meticulous top to bottom renovation. As you walk up to your large front porch and enter this home you are immediately welcomed into a warm & inviting foyer entrance. From here the custom designed sweeping staircase to the 2nd floor with its hand-crafted iron railing by local artisan Michael Du Bois is truly stunning. The downstairs has been completely reconfigured to open the space, raise the ceiling height, and provide wonderful flow.A once isolated formal dining room now graciously opens and leads to both the kitchen and now also a huge family room with gleaming hardwood flooring, beamed ceilings, a wood burning fireplace and custom insert storage areas that are multifunctional. The Chef's kitchen has custom cabinetry, a custom cypress bar with beautiful stained-glass doors, and handmade porcelain sink, stainless appliances with gas cooktop range, a spacious eat-in area, and tons of counter space. Walk out and into the extra-large, screened porch overlooking the gorgeous lake views. The 1st floor Master Suite is like walking into an elegant resort. This enormous space has floor to ceiling, his and hers custom cabinetry with ample storage, slide out shelving, plenty of hanging space, and shoe storage. The master bathroom is a coastal oasis with a romantic soaker tub overlooking the mesmerizing lake views, a one of kind tile selection, glass doored walk-in shower and a beautiful dual vanity/sink combination. Walk out onto your rear master deck with a cup of coffee to enjoy your personal Lowcountry Audubon experience with the seemingly endless and ever-changing daily variety of migrating and native waterfowl. This is your own private lake oasis! A super cute powder room and very spacious laundry room complete the layout of this first-floor masterpiece. As you walk up the aforementioned custom designed staircase to the 2nd floor you will be greeted with two nicely sized guest bedrooms that share a spacious and fully renovated bathroom. But wait there is more! Downstairs you will find a full mother-in-law suite with its own bath and private entrance ideal for either aging parents that no longer want to navigate stairs daily or that eager college student child that can call this wonderful space home and have privacy at the same time. One could even explore the renting of this fantastic space if so desired. The options are truly limitless. The backyard is just a dream with over 200 feet of lake frontage, one of the longest in the neighborhood. A custom built 14-foot-long luxurious swim spa is perfect for private weekend retreats or just setting free the day's daily stress. There are both a covered and uncovered patio areas with hand laid stone making the yard simply perfect for families of any size and entertaining options like none other. Private weddings have been held in this picturesque setting with oak trees overhanging the lake and plenty of room for the gardener, the family pets and of course as many kids as needed. Sitting on almost half an acre the setting of this property could not be any more inviting. Multiple covered parking spaces and a huge, hand laid stone driveway is perfect for boats and vehicles. There is even a large storage area below the house that makes a wonderful workshop for dad! From the new metal roof to the bathroom window etchings the detail of this home is like no other and the list goes on & on. Ideally located, this stunning property is only 10 minutes to downtown historical Charleston and just 15 minutes Folly Beach. Enjoy all that the Holy City has to offer in one of the most private settings on James Island. This is the one you have been waiting for! Do not let this one pass you by!