Tucked away in the beautiful Poplar Grove neighborhood, this exquisite residence offers a rare blend of luxury, privacy, and community living. Just 12 miles from downtown Charleston and 20 minutes from CHS Airport, the location provides easy access to I-526, West Ashley, Johns Island, and Summerville. Inside the gated community, vantage points showcase breathtaking sunsets and moonrises, with some of the best views from the large covered community dock, complete with a porch swing to catch the evening breeze.Situated on a large wooded, private lagoon-front lot, the property is surrounded by lush landscaping, camellias, azaleas, and magnolia trees. The wide front porch is secluded from the road and beautifully framed by seasonal plantings, while the backyard features a cozy fire pit with a retaining wall, making it the perfect spot to relax and unwind. String lights, landscape lighting, specialty holiday lighting module, and an irrigation system have all been installed to complete the ease of outdoor living. Beyond the yard, the lagoon is home to herons, egrets, turtles, and fish, offering a peaceful natural backdrop. The home is a unique blend of both exceptional privacy and inviting spaces, conducive for peaceful retreats or extensive hospitality. Lovely outdoor living spaces include a large, wide, welcoming front porch, and two back screened porches. The main home has undergone a full luxury renovation (2012) with continuing updates, including fresh porch and trim paint. Inside, you'll find variable-width heart pine hardwood floors, Calacatta marble countertops in the kitchen, laundry, and fireplace surround, and Carrera marble in the primary bath, secondary bedrooms, and carriage house. The primary suite is on the main level and features a steam shower, towel warmer, and nickel fixtures. The gourmet kitchen boasts a Wolf gas range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, drawer microwave, a large uninterrupted island, and an expansive pantry. The carriage house/finished garage suite (completed in 2017 with approx. 800 sq. ft., not reflected in tax records) includes custom built-ins, a kitchenette with Carrera marble, cypress wood floors, a fireplace (plumbed for gas), large closets, and a full bathideal for a mother-in-law suite or guest retreat. The oversized two-car garage offers a workbench, heavy-duty shelving, a large storage closet, and simple venting for a portable A/C or dehumidifier. Smart-home features include a hardwired alarm system with motion detectors, surround sound in the living room, Schlage keypad deadbolts, smart panel wiring, exterior lighting timers, and a buried propane tank serving the Rinnai tankless hot water heater, Wolf stovetop, and living room fireplace. Hurricane-rated reinforced windows, functional exterior shutters, multipoint porch doors, and a mahogany front door provide peace of mind. Community Amenities--The Boathouse: Deepwater dock with kayak storage (available for private events). Amenity Center: Pool, fitness center, panoramic covered deck with picnic tables & rocking chairs Pickleball court, boat landing, and extensive trail system. On-site fenced boat storage facility & equestrian facilities. Vibrant community life: Social activities, clubs, and committees. Convenient to nearby farmers markets, shopping, restaurants, and more. With too many custom upgrades to list, this home offers a lifestyle of comfort, beauty, and conveniencean exceptional Lowcountry retreat not to be missed!
