A garden and nature lover's dream come true, this 1949 cottage-style stucco is situated on a corner lot on the celebrated Avenue of Oaks in Riverland Terrace. The English parterre garden, bordered by camellias dating back to the original owners, contains a host of horticultural specimens providing year-round seasonal interest, blooms and color on .22 acres and was featured on the Charleston HorticulturalSociety tour of Riverland Terrace in 2019. Distinctive facade features include the chimney shape and the Palmetto seal on the street-side gable. The exterior painting is regularly updated as needed along with haint blue porch ceilings and Charleston green window borders and is complemented by a faux bois blond mahogany front door. This home is not in a Flood Zone (letter in hand).The downstairs interior is tiled throughout with multiple picture windows, one of which is in the living room along with a working fireplace. The woodwork is of notable quality throughout topped with the unique addition of picture molding along with original wooden doors and brass knobs. The black and white tiled sunroom looks out over the landscaped back terrace and seating area. The kitchen, redone in 2005 by current owners, features St Cecelia granite countertops and bleached maple cabinetry, stainless steel appliances (except fridge) and all replaced within the last 5 years; Dacor electric oven/gas stovetop, KitchenAid dishwasher, and Frigidaire refrigerator. The sunny dining room has built-in corner cupboards flanking the picture window with a brightly lit southern exposure. There are two bedrooms and bath on first floor. The entire second floor is the master suite with white painted floors bordered in blue, a tiled bathroom, a long built-in bookshelf, walk-in closet (approximately 4'x6'), and a large picture window which gives the feeling of being outside and provides a perfect opportunity to add on a balcony. There is also a walk-in attic with additional storage space available in the eaves. -Bricked terrace leads to a Bluestone patio. -Plant list upon request. Riverland Terrace is one of the most popular neighborhoods in Charleston due to its close proximity to the Peninsula and The Terrace, boasting quaint restaurants, a theatre, and a farmer's market. Riverland terrace is unique in that it is one of the first planned subdivisions in Charleston, with a public boat landing on the Intracoastal Waterway, a community garden and a ball field. This particular homes sits on the Avenue of Oaks, the most charming street in Riverland Terrace, perfect for afternoon walks under the shade of the trees. This charming home is a one of kind opportunity in one of the most desirable historic communities in Charleston.

Listing courtesy of CTAR / Mary Shannon Swanson / Sell Your Way

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