Located on a prime 1.79 acre bluff top parcel in downtown Beaufort, this old Beaufort estate offers commanding views of the Intracoastal waterway, the bridge and the harbor anchorage. Built, by noted South Carolinian Calhoun Thomas, of brick with a slate roof surrounded by beautifully landscaped with approximately 250 linear feet on the waterfront. The home enjoys the most sought after south eastern exposure, ideal for the prevailing sea breeze. The home has four bedrooms, four full and two half baths and is comprised of approximately 7137sqft. On the first floor, the foyer leads into a spacious waterfront living room with a fireplace surrounded by built-in shelves and cabinets. Central to the home, the living room offers waterway views across a gallery and is adjacent to a large formal dining room. The flow allows for gracious entertaining. The custom designed kitchen also offers lovely water views and features a Wolf range, double Thermodore ovens, dual Bosch dishwashers and separate SubZero refrigerator and freezer. There are two sinks and a massive center island. Set up for entertaining, a butler's pantry holds the second dishwasher, an additional sink and wine cooler. The kitchen is open to the breakfast room and the den, allowing for interaction with family and friends. There is also a small office providing additional utility space. The waterfront den features a vaulted pine ceiling and a fireplace (gas or wood burning). Beautiful built-in shelves and cabinets made of pine enclose the television. Adjacent to the den is a bright sun-porch with a slate tile floor. The room is surrounded by glass and offers large sliding doors that open to stunning views down the river. A light filled gallery runs across the waterside of the home providing access to the beautiful and spacious slate tiled terrace. The gallery features four sets of arched glass doors open to let in the breeze and allow access to the terrace. The primary suite contains a large bedroom, a waterfront sitting room, and a large bath with dual sinks, a walk in shower, a slipper tub, and bidet. Dual walk-in closets offer ample storage, with an additional cedar closet for off season storage. Adjacent to the primary suite is a large paneled office with built-in shelves. The first floor also offers two half baths, a laundry/mud room and a two car garage. Two large bedrooms, each with a full bath, are located on the second floor of the home. From the garage, one can access the first floor or basement level. An additional bedroom and bath is located in the basement, which contains plenty of room to create a media room or gym. In addition, the basement offers a separate entrance from the main portion of the house allowing for the possibility of a separate living space. One of the true highlights of this magnificent home is the grand slate tiled terrace the stretches across the waterside of the home. This relaxing outdoor setting overlooks extensive greenery, the private back and side yards and offers dramatic sweeping views of the Intracoastal waterway, the Beaufort harbor, the bridge and the historic downtown skyline. The beautiful estate sized lot is equipped with custom outdoor lighting and a six zone irrigation system. There is also room for a pool and/or greenhouse on this lot. The tidal creek dock offers a boat lift and a roof over the pierhead, stairs lead to the lower yard. Other features include a programmable lighting system, a complete alarm system, generator, and an audio system. Located on Ribaut Road, the property is walking distance to downtown Beaufort's shops, restaurants, the Spanish Moss Trail and the city marina. Numerous grocery stores and Beaufort Memorial hospital are also nearby. This material is based upon information, which we consider reliable, but because it has been supplied by third parties, we cannot represent that it is accurate or complete, and it should not be relied upon as such.
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