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4 Beds
5 Baths
4,218 sqft

$5,800,000

70 King Street, Charleston SC, 29401

Price per sqft$1,375.06
Built in1842
Property size4,218 sqft
Property typeResidential

Overview

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Listed Jul 14, 2024

Updated 4 weeks ago

Experience a special piece of history with this fabulous down to the studs restoration of a one of a kind home located near the iconic and elevated corner of King and Tradd. Originally a bake house in the 1840's, this all brick residence has been artfullly reimagined over the years and now stands as a distinctive home for the most discerning buyers. This E. E. Fava Architect designed renovation features a main house and guest house with walls of glass overlooking the gorgeous grounds and pool, combining to offer a total of four bedrooms, four and one-half baths for approximately 3,756 square feet of exquisite living space. The main house first floor boasts a cozy dining room with a built-in library, living room with custom built-ins and kitchen that opens to a sunny living area.Additionally, you will discover a speakeasy like room with a wet bar, icemaker and custom cabinets for displaying your finest collections or serving as a stylish office space. The second floor includes three ensuite bedrooms and a laundry room. The primary suite is a true retreat--featuring a walk-in closet with additional built-in storage and stunning bathroom with a separate WC, rain shower, and free-standing tub. High quality designer level plumbing fixtures, door and cabinet hardware with lighting fixtures that elevate the entire home. The guest house complements the main residence beautifully. On the first floor you will find a gym space with an infrared sauna while the second floor hosts another bedroom with private bath. This home offers an array of modern amenities--including full house smart home automation, Sonos system, automatic shades, and a driveway that accommodates a car and golf cart, complete with an EV charger. The heated and chilled pool invites year round enjoyment. Original Georgian mantles, two gas fireplaces and four Samsung Frame TVs add both charm and modern convenience. An encapsulated crawl space with a custom hydraulic door system seamlessly integrates into the garden. With a 93 walk score, this residence is ideally situated close to all the best that Historic Downtown Charleston has to offer!

Additional information

MLS® ID
24017949

Interior Features

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
5
Fireplace
Yes
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.09 Acres

Other Property Details

Pool
Yes

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