1750 Ion Avenue, Sullivans Island SC 29482

Description

On Sullivan’s Island, SC on a quiet, oak tree-lined street, on high ground and only two blocks from the beach, sits a historic gem originally constructed in 1900 by the Army Corps of Engineers. Recently, this home was expertly restored, added onto and meticulously updated to ensure the preservation of its timeless charm while creating a connected modern floor plan with all the contemporary comforts of today’s living.The historical features include: vertical grain heart pine floors, fully functional fireplaces with original tile surrounds, chandeliers, wraparound porches on both the first and second floors, pressed tin 11′ ceilings, substantial crown moulding throughout and exposed beam porches.The first floor of the home flows from the front porch into a lovely foyer, living, dining, and family rooms, then into the new kitchen, sitting area and scullery designed for entertaining and cooking with high end appliances and modern, inspiring finishes. The first floor of the home is flanked on each side by open and bright sun porches, one with a custom wet bar and the other an office, the full depth of the home with floor to ceiling windows.

The second floor boasts four generously sized bedrooms, all with new en suite bathrooms, direct access to covered porches, and two featuring original working fireplaces. Also on the second floor is an additional laundry room to complement the mud room laundry located off the kitchen at the rear of the home. On the third floor of the home, you will find an additional living space connected to two bedrooms and a shared bath, all with access to a rooftop deck.

Outside, the meticulously landscaped fenced yard features citrus, palm and live oak trees shading a crushed oyster shell dining area. Additional highlights include a whole house generator, a new carport with room for multiple vehicles, detached shed, and two outdoor showers. This charming stunner is at the center of a wonderful community, just a short stroll from the beach and an easy walk, bike or golf cart ride to the island’s top restaurants and shops.