Viewing Listing MLS# 19012965

A gardener's paradise! Welcome to this tranquil sanctuary featuring beautiful botanical gardens surrounding the home, offering exceptional privacy. This is a very unique property located on James Island in Centerville - just 10 minutes from Folly Beach and Downtown Charleston. This property consists of 3 separate units: The main house (approx. 1,645 sq.ft.), an attached mother-in-law suite or Airbnb (approx. 525 sq.ft.) complete w/ a full kitchenette & bathroom; & a detached art studio (approx. 256 sq.ft.), which could also be converted into a rental dwelling/apartment, or yoga studio, if desired. Lots of possibilities! The main house features a recently-painted wide front porch for relaxing in the shade overlooking the lush gardens, and flowing floor plan with a generous-sized living roomthat leads into the dining area. Large kitchen features maple cabinets, corian countertops, 2 pantries, recessed lighting, 2 solar tubes for additional natural light, & a gas range. Both bathrooms updated the Master featuring a Japanese soaking tub and pedestal sink; 2nd full bath with travertine flooring, double sink vanity, granite countertops, and a walk-in shower w/ tile surround. Largest bedroom has 2 cedar closets and a built-in bookcase. Recently refinished original hardwood floors run throughout most of the home, with the exception of the bathrooms, kitchen & laundry/mud room. Exterior bahama shutters on front and back of home, and indoor plantation shutters are throughout main living areas. Additions to the home since purchased: Rinnai tankless water heater (approx. 2014), outdoor lighting on main walkway incl. iron Charleston lamp post, outdoor electrical outlets, new fuse box (2018), gas grill that hooks into main gas line (no tank refilling!), private outdoor shower w/ hot and cold water, backyard pergola, refinished hardwood floors in main house (2019), extensive landscaping, 3-zone irrigation system on Rainbird timer that runs from a well (not town water), four outdoor sillcocks (also run from well), and lastly, the finished off Mother-in-law apartment in 2016, and the Artist Studio in 2018. This spectacular property was featured in the book 'Charleston CITY OF GARDENS' by Louisa Pringle Cameron, consisting of a 4-page spread on the story behind the creation of the botanical gardens. No HOA and no flood insurance required - located in an X flood zone. Jump on a bike for a short ride to the James Island County Park. Centerville is known for it's larger lots and homes full of character. Great walkability with grocery stores, coffee shops, pharmacy, and several restaurants close-by.