A unique offering just outside of Charleston, SC for a Lowcountry estate with an assumable 4% VA loan for qualified buyers. Situated on approximately 2.3 beautifully landscaped acres, 4923 Steeplechase Lane offers expansive marsh and Intracoastal Waterway views. Located in the estate section of picturesque Stono Ferry, this elegant residence with over 4,618 heated and cooled square feet was thoughtfully designed for both comfortable everyday living and grand entertaining. For car enthusiasts, collectors, or those seeking exceptional flexibility, the property features an attached three-car garage in addition to a separate detached three-car garage with finished space above, offering tremendous potential for future guest quarters, a private office, studio, fitness room, or recreation space. Combining timeless architecture, remarkable privacy, and exceptional amenities, this distinctive property offers a level of tranquility rarely found so close to historic Charleston.A dual brick staircase with iron railings leads you to the expansive front veranda where you will be welcomed into an inviting interior rich in architectural character. Beautiful hardwood floors, interior transom windows, and an elegant foyer highlighted by a beautifully crafted staircase reflects the timeless elegance throughout.
Just off the foyer are a gracious sitting room and dining room, each accessed through elegant doorways accented with transom windows. Beyond, the dramatic two-story great room serves as the heart of the home, showcasing beautiful architectural appointments, soaring ceilings, a fireplace, and expansive windows that fill the space with natural light while framing picturesque views of the surrounding landscape.
A gourmet kitchen designed for the serious cook and entertainer alike, is nicely appointed with premium appliances, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator, 6-burner gas range, 2 ovens, two dishwashers, abundant cabinetry, quartz and quartzite countertops, and expansive prep space. This exceptional kitchen combines luxury and functionality while opening effortlessly to the adjoining living areas.
One of the home's most captivating features is its abundance of light-filled spaces designed to bring the beauty of the outdoors inside. Just off the kitchen, a stunning sunroom provides a peaceful retreat for enjoying morning coffee while taking in the serene marsh and Intracoastal Waterway views. A second sunroom adjoining the first-floor primary suite offers a private sanctuary where floor-to-ceiling windows showcase the ever-changing beauty of the Lowcountry landscape. Each sunroom is equipped with a Mitsubishi floor-mounted mini-split system, providing year-round comfort while enjoying the breathtaking views.
The spacious first-floor primary suite serves as a luxurious retreat, complete with a gas fireplace, private access to the adjoining sunroom, two walk-in closets, and an ensuite bath featuring dual vanities, a garden tub, and separate shower.
Offering five bedrooms, three full baths, and two half baths, the home also features a dedicated office, an upstairs loft, and a versatile bonus retreat, providing exceptional flexibility to accommodate a variety of lifestyles. The loft creates an inviting space for reading, relaxing, or gathering, while the bonus retreat offers endless possibilities for a media room, fitness area, hobby room, or playroom. Additional highlights include a Generac whole-house generator, dumbwaiter, central vacuum system, lawn irrigation, leaf guard gutter system, and abundant storage.
Beautiful vistas are enjoyed throughout the home and are especially striking from the rear of the residence, where a dramatic two-story portico provides an elegant backdrop for relaxing and entertaining while overlooking the surrounding marshes and waters beyond.
Beyond the property itself, Stono Ferry offers a lifestyle unlike any other. Residents are welcomed by a picturesque brick entrance framed by majestic live oaks and magnolias, where winding streets reveal championship golf fairways, tranquil lagoons, and scenic horse pastures that evoke the timeless beauty of the Lowcountry. Conveniently located just minutes from historic Charleston, area beaches, shopping, and dining, Stono Ferry offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, recreation, and convenience.
Residents enjoy an exceptional array of amenities, including tennis and pickleball courts, a Jr. Olympic swimming pool, community pavilion, playground, polo field, and miles of scenic roads and trails perfect for walking, biking, and golf cart cruising. The community is also home to the award-winning Links at Stono Ferry golf course, offering opportunities for golf, fitness, and an active social lifestyle--all within the gates of this sought-after Lowcountry community.
This distinctive property enjoys a prime location near the back of the community, enhancing the sense of seclusion while remaining close to all the amenities that make Stono Ferry such a special place to call home. Don't miss your opportunity to experience the very best of Lowcountry living, where breathtaking views, timeless architecture, exceptional privacy, and unparalleled surroundings come together to create a truly extraordinary place to call home.
