116 Nimmons Bridge Rd, Salem, SC 29676

Welcome to a truly rare opportunity— The Ridge at Lake Keowee. A 50-acre private waterfront estate with 950+/- feet of water frontage and private gated entrace on Lake Keowee in upstate South Carolina. Creating an unparalleled lake lifestyle, this 6,245 square foot bespoke design rustic and modern feel residence was completed in December 2024. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 2 half baths, it is designed for ultimate entertainment and relaxation. With additional homesites throughout the estate, and one with an amazing long range mountain view, this is a family legacy that is inimitable. A scenic driveway winds past a grassy meadow setting the stage for your arrival. An extensive landscape design for the main level accentuated with expansive boulder walls provide ample parking for your family and guests. The ravishing facade of the residence with stacked stone and wood creates a stunning representation of what’s to come. Enter into a residence filled with timber frame construction, tongue and groove ceilings with wood beams, wide plank flooring throughout, expansive windows and doors to capture the essence of the outdoors, and an impressive fireplace for cool fall and winter nights. Open concept living allows a seamless flow from the great room, dining room, kitchen and main level porches. The family kitchen is stylish, functional and impressive. Custom designed cabinetry with abundant storage space, Thermador appliances, large island with plentiful seating and storage. An adjacent scullery with double ovens, ice maker, walk-in pantry, additional sink and cabinets, and access to the grill porch. Located adjacent to the family kitchen is a private office, expansive laundry room, and multi-level elevator. The main level principal suite is a private oasis with covered porch access, vaulted ceilings with beam accents, spacious closet and a spa like bathroom featuring a soaking tub, double vanity and walk-in shower. As you stroll to the upper level of the residence, you are met with views overlooking the lake and the great room. A spacious sitting area waits for afternoon reading or quiet conversations with guests. An additional accommodating guest suite provides elevated views of the lake and most likely the favorite of your guests. The focal point of the upper level is the charm and character of the bunk room, designed to create the ultimate late-night experience. The lakeside level is designed for entertainment! A full recreation room, kitchenette, tv/media station, sauna, and covered lakeside porch. Additional lakeside level features include a lake room with second laundry space, and half bath. Outdoor living is elevated with over 2000 sq feet of covered porches, fireplaces, Infratech porch heaters, a retractable screen and vinyl curtains. A grilling deck with a Memphis grill, hot tub, putting green, firepit, and paver pathways leading to your private dock with power and water and a rocked shoreline. Deed restrictions allow short term rentals. Additional features include Geothermal heating and cooling, whole home generator, high-speed internet, automated window shades, whole home Sonos audio, smart light, and landscape lighting.