$4,998,000 204 Live Oak Drive

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*Primary structure is 3037 SF; garage apartment plus office is 627 SF; for a total of 3658 SF* Situated on the marsh in the most desirable neighborhood in the Charleston area--Mount Pleasant's Old Village--this stunning historic home, skillfully designed and renovated, blends modern luxury with timeless charm. Begun in 1903, 204 Live Oak now features every comfort that today's discerning Lowcountry homebuyer seeks: abundant natural light; an expansive kitchen, dining room and great room (with gas fireplace) where vaulted ceilings frame views of iconic Shem Creek; a rare detached two-car garage, with a private home office at its rear and spacious apartment above; extensive outdoor living spaces including 3 porches (one with a wood-burning fireplace), 2 decks and a stunning high-ground backyard affording a unique level of privacy and immersion into the natural beauty of our area. Additional features include heart pine floors throughout the main house, a luxurious marshfront primary bedroom suite with walk-in closet and bright, elegant bathroom; a game/media room/second living room with stylish built-in shelving, a lovely laundry room with cleverly-concealed linen storage and drying racks, a hardwired audio system in 7 rooms plus 2 of the porches, high-impact Andersen windows, and a jewel box powder room. With 4 bedrooms (with an additional flex space that could be a 5th bedroom) and 3 ½ bathrooms in the primary home, plus the detached garage with apartment and office, the property offers unique flexibility. And steps away are the places that make the Old Village so special: a charming business district featuring the famous Pitt Street Pharmacy and soda fountain, a fabulous wine bar, numerous chic boutiques, a cafe, art gallery, and the acclaimed Post House Inn. Also within easy walking distance are Charleston Harbor; the Shem Creek shrimp boats, seafood purveyors, boardwalk and restaurants; the seasonal Mount Pleasant Farmers Market, the pedestrian park the Pitt Street Bridge, harborfront Alhambra Hall and playground, Edwards Park, tennis and pickleball courts, the Old Village Library, and award-winning neighborhood schools. On any given day, friendly residents can be found enjoying strolls along neighborhood sidewalks, walking their dogs, cruising around in golf carts or enjoying a boating day on the water. With its prime location in a truly special neighborhood, its exquisite decoration, and abundant amenities, this historic home on the marsh is truly one-of-a-kind. Schedule a viewing today and experience this extraordinary property for yourself.