7686 Legare Rd Edisto Island, SC 29438

Listing details for 7686 Legare Rd, Edisto Island, SC 29438 : Tucked on a secluded corner lot surrounded by mature coastal foliage, creeks and sweeping marshland, this custom 2018 coastal cottage offers the ultimate sanctuary of privacy and natural beauty. Designed by one of Edisto's premier builders and carefully maintained by its sole owner, the home is built on robust concrete pilings and cement plank siding crafted to embrace its surrounding environment. From the moment you arrive, the tranquil sounds of native birds, splashing porpoises, and gentle salt marsh breezes create an atmosphere that feels worlds away, yet historic Charleston is just forty-five minutes up the road.Inside, rich engineered wood flooring flows continuously throughout an open, light-filled layout. The gourmet kitchen is thoughtfully equipped with high-end appointmentsincluding an induction range and double ovens, making effortless work of coastal entertaining. At the heart of the main living area, a custom propane gas fireplace adds warmth and charm, while an enclosed passenger elevator rising directly from the covered parking below ensures seamless convenience for carrying up luggage or groceries. The coastal lifestyle shines brightly on the home's expansive outdoor living spaces. A vast covered deck frames stunning 190-degree views of the surrounding natural scenery and a peek of the ocean, leading directly into a spacious screened porch complete with chair-rail PYC protection curtains. Steps away, your private fixed pierhead and floating dock provide immediate access to Frampton Creek, ideal for keeping a boat, kayaks, paddleboards, or canoes ready for adventure. Explore miles of winding tidal creeks out to Frampton's Inlet or take a short five-minute drive to nearby Live Oak Landing to launch broader cruises toward Beaufort and Charleston. Ownership includes a coveted Class C Membership to gated Jeremy Cay, offering exclusive access to two miles of pristine, shell-strewn private beach where golf carts are welcomed and natural wildlife abounds. Downstairs, the ground level features generous under-house parking, a large, enclosed storage workshop, and a hot-and-cold enclosed outdoor shower perfect after a day on the water. Combining high-end modern comforts with an unrepeatable Lowcountry backdrop, this one-of-a-kind retreat captures the true essence of coastal living.