530 Distant Island Dr Beaufort, SC 29907

Stunning, deepwater and highly custom home on Distant Island. Situated on a .86 acre lot this 4,554 square feet home offers the finest details in design and construction. A long gravel drive leads to the home, and a welcoming wide front porch, planked with Ipe decking. Upon entering, the center hall reaches to the water side of the home and draws amazing views of the water and marsh beyond. A gallery bisects the center hall and allows easy access and flow to all areas. The main floor design includes a large gathering space broken up into separate seating areas including a living room section with a fireplace, with a concealed TV, a sunroom and a dining area. The spacious kitchen with a farm sink stretches across the side of the home, with a heart pine topped island designed for preparation as well as a counter for additional dining. The kitchen appliances are top of the line including a gas Wolf Stove, Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, and a built-in microwave. Beautiful custom cabinetry includes plentiful storage, some with glass fronts.
A wet bar with cabinetry and details that mirror the kitchen, includes a sink, a wine refrigerator and an ice maker. A large pantry adjacent to the kitchen offers plenty of storage for dry goods and counter appliances. The entire section of the home enjoys a vaulted ceiling, framed with pine beams.
Off the dining area is a massive folding glass wall separating a screened porch from the home. Offering incredible light and views when closed, the wall folds back in sections to create a massive indoor/outdoor space overlooking the water and the beauty of Distant Island. For warmer weather, this area offers a ceiling fan, and three sides of screens; for cooler days, a beautiful Savannah gray brick fireplace makes this one of the nicest locales in the area.
The main floor also features a warm feeling Pecky Cypress paneled study. With natural light streaming in from both the eastern and western exposures, this room is ideal for some work, or watching the game with a warm fire.
The master suite anchors the far end of the home, featuring a private screened porch, his and hers closets, an outdoor shower and a spa-like master bath with a steam shower and jetted tub.
The main level also includes a powder room, a laundry room, a built-in desk, and re-claimed antique pine floors. A Sonos stereo system provides state of the art music throughout the home.
Upstairs, there are two large bedrooms facing the water, each with an en-suite bath featuring tiled showers. At the top of the stairs, a glass door opens to a waterfront porch with commanding views in every direction. A separate reading area between the bedrooms is outfitted with a nook and shelves for reading.
Outside, the waterside porch overlooks a stunning swimming pool and spa. Surrounded by travertine tiles, there is a large area for outdoor dining and grilling as well. This ideal setting allows views across Distant island creek to the Secession Golf Club in the distance.
Separating the garage from the main house is a charming arbor and fountain. The garage features two large bays and one smaller bay, ideal for a golf cart and bicycles. Above, a separate apartment includes a large living room and a separate sleeping area. There is a kitchenette and a full bath. This space has also been wired to be used as a home theater.
Deepwater access is easy as the home has a private slip just steps away. Designed and constructed with the greatest care, it would take years to duplicate. Combined with one of the most choice deepwater lots in the area, this exceptional home is not to be missed.
The private community of Distant Island includes a one mile waterfront trail, tennis, a boat landing and a pond in the center of the island.
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.