9 Thomas St Charleston, SC 29403

Listing details for 9 Thomas St, Charleston, SC 29403 : Reminiscent of the past, well preserved, and improved with age, 9 Thomas offers timeless features, ageless lines, and the southern grace and charm that embodies Charleston! As you approach, take notice of the lovely landscaping and full front porch-perfect meeting place for a rocking chair, southern sweet tea, and good conversation or quiet reading! Take notice of the authentic designs and details of the porch railing and spindles, common characteristics found with historic Charleston homes. The foyer welcomes you with new Heart Pine floors-found throughout most of the home, including throughout the second floor and most of the main level. The hallway leading from the foyer to dining room are the original Heart Pine floors! The formal living room, to the left of the foyer featuresmultiple windows windows w/Plantation shutters, crown molding, chair railing, heavy shoe molding, custom detailed wood work and moldings around entryways, fireplace w/wood mantle and pocket doors that open to a spacious family room. The family room offers a fireplace w/brick surround and mantle, crown molding, chair railing, heavy shoe molding and custom wood work and moldings around entryways. Enter through a gorgeous, stained glass adorned door, into a corridor/hall w/ ample cabinet/storage space and you will find a full bathroom with high ceilings, Plantation shutters, crown molding, wainscoting, a modern vanity w/oversized sink and a claw foot tub w/shower accessories. Wait until you see the stunning and well equipped kitchen, tucked away in the back of the home overlooking the backyard with an abundance of natural light! This chef's dream space boasts granite counters, custom wainscoted ceiling and walls, crown molding, recessed lighting, gorgeous antique white cabinetry w/glass front cabinets flanking the stainless steel gas range and hood, tiled back splash, SS dishwasher, deep sink w/detailed window above, and a stainless steel fridge fit inside a custom sized cabinet. Prepare your favorite meals and serve them to your family and friends in the generously sized dining room, currently being used as another living area-this room offers Plantation shutters, crown molding, chair railing and heavy shoe molding. Rounding out the main level is a nook at the end of the hall behind the staircase, with a built in bookshelf. The current owners love the interior's high ceilings and spaciousness of the home. Upstairs you will find a nicely sized bedroom which features a fireplace, ceiling fan, crown molding, and a closet with "mini closet" above for additional storage. There is a second full bathroom, featuring a tiled shower w/glass door, modern, oversized sink, wainscoting, chair railing, and Plantation shutters. The second bedroom is gorgeous and features a large built in wall unit with shelving & storage , crown molding, chair railing, ceiling fan, and dual windows with Plantation shutters. There is a third bathroom w/a tile adorned shower/tub combo and a modern vanity w/oversized sink. Between the two bedrooms is a large bonus/flexible room, which can be easily be used and/or converted to a 3rd bedroom. This room offers a fireplace, ceiling fan, crown molding, chair railing, heavy shoe molding and Plantation shutters. Rounding out the second level is a well equipped and thoughtfully designed laundry area with a built-in "folding" table above the washer/dryer area as well as built in shelving. Located off of the kitchen is a second entrance into the absolutely heart warming and well landscaped backyard. This outdoor oasis features a large deck, lush green landscaping, including: Fragrant Confederate Jasmine, Tea Olives, Camellias, Gardenias, Loquat and Dogwood trees, to name a few-talk about sweet and fragrant aromas in the air! The current owners absolutely love the sunshine that pours into the backyard in the afternoon and the shaded areas that provide cool breezes on the deck and patio.This gardeners dream space also features a privacy fence, brick walkway and patio, Flagstone circle patio/seating area w/fountain as well as a storage building, with a mini porch and brick steps for entry-as well maintained and cute as the home itself! Additional features include a copper roof and gutters, new Heart Pine flooring, Two new HVAC units (upstairs-Dec, 2015 & upstairs Jan, 2017) with new duct work, and some exterior Queen Anne features. 9 Thomas is a 1992 Carolopolis Award winner, which was awarded by the Historic Preservation Society of Charleston, and is included in the 1997 book "The Buildings of Charleston: A guide to the City's Architecture," by Joanthan H. Poston. Located in downtown Charleston, 9 Thomas is beautifully situated in a fabulous location within walking distance to the city center, Farmers Market, acclaimed and award winning restaurants, theatre, music hall, hospitals, parks, College of Charleston, libraries, MUSC and more...you can even hop on the James Island connector or The Ravenel Bridge and be at the local beaches in minutes! Winsome, wise, and wonderful, this well preserved and well appreciated home is marked with a legacy of love, with echoes of past generations and like a fine wine-getting better with age...a home with solid roots that will welcome yours!