In the mornings at Kathwood, the light settles quietly across the fields and trees, and the house feels steady on the land — elegant without being grand, welcoming without being casual. The approach is simple and calm, with a long, tree-lined drive that frames the home as it comes into view. The house doesn't try to impress — it simply shines, stately, you have arrived! Built around 1900 with classic Southern proportions, the home has wide rooms, tall ceilings, and natural light that shifts throughout the day. Eight fireplaces are there to welcome the frequent visitor/guest. A recent addition created a private and exceptionally functional first-floor primary suite, including a generous bedroom suite, bathroom with walk-in shower and soaking tub. The primary closet and bath are the kind rarely seen outside of design magazines—custom-organized and beautifully built. This wing also includes a dedicated office, 2 W & D hookups, a flex room, and storage, with extensive built-in storage integrated throughout. The kitchen and butler's pantry have been updated with granite, and the layout supports everyday living and gracious hosting. A studio apartment above the garage offers flexible space for guests, multi-generational living, or extended stays. The garage was originally a three-bay structure and is now configured as two bays with additional storage but can be easily converted back to three. A graceful central staircase leads to the second floor, where a full guest suite includes its own private bath, and two additional bedrooms share a bathroom, making the upstairs comfortable for guests or family. The property's landscape has been shaped gradually, with mature oaks, pines, and magnolias defining the structure of the land. Camellias, daffodils, daylilies, and hydrangea bring seasonal color without demanding intensive upkeep. A fenced Charleston alley-style garden adds definition near the house, and a Japanese-inspired garden with a small pond offers a quiet shaded space. A wishing well sits along the garden path, reflecting the age and continuity of the property. Several original outbuildings remain part of daily life, including Hester's Pee Shed and the Pumpkin Shed — the latter currently used for seasonal gatherings and outdoor dinners, including Thanksgiving. A small greenhouse supports year-round plant and garden care. The estate spans approximately 80± acres of open land, mature trees, and natural privacy. Across the road, a log cabin on 35 acres boasting a 5 acre pond and pecan grove is available as a package offering, ideal for a guest retreat, family compound, or caretaker residence — while preserving the privacy of the main house. Kathwood is a historic estate built for real living — grounded, comfortable, and meant to be lived in and shared. Kathwood isn't part of history—it's a story. Let us help you write your next chapter.
Single-familyProperty Type
1904Year Built
81.17 acresLot Size
$583Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Sharer Dale• Keller Williams Realty Aiken Partners
Just beyond Augusta, where the pace begins to soften and the landscape opens into one of the South's most storied settings, Kathwood offers a rare kind of estate--equally at home as a legacy family residence, an exceptional gathering place during Masters week, or a private retreat for hosting friends, clients, and generations to come. In the mornings at Kathwood, the light settles quietly across the fields and trees, and the house feels steady on the land--elegant without being imposing, welcoming without asking for attention. The approach is unhurried, a long, tree-lined drive drawing the eye forward until the home quietly reveals itself. It doesn't announce its arrival. It simply belongs. Built around 1900 with classic Southern proportions, the home offers wide rooms, tall ceilings, and natural light that shifts throughout the day. Eight fireplaces anchor inviting gathering spaces, encouraging conversations long after the day has ended. Whether welcoming family for the holidays, hosting lifelong friends, or opening its doors during one of Augusta's most celebrated traditions, the home was designed for people to linger. A thoughtfully designed addition created a private first-floor primary suite with a generous bedroom, spa-inspired bath with soaking tub and walk-in shower, and a beautifully custom-organized closet. This wing also includes a dedicated office, two washer and dryer hookups, a flexible bonus room, and extensive built-in storage. The updated kitchen and butler's pantry balance everyday function with gracious entertaining. Above the garage, a private studio apartment provides comfortable accommodations for extended family or long-term guests. The garage was originally designed with three bays and is currently configured as two with additional storage, offering the flexibility to return to its original design. A graceful central staircase leads upstairs to a private guest suite with its own bath, while two additional bedrooms share another. The arrangement provides comfort and privacy whether filled with grandchildren, lifelong friends, visiting executives, or guests gathering for a spring week unlike any other. The landscape has evolved naturally over generations. Mature oaks, pines, and magnolias establish the property's framework, while camellias, daffodils, daylilies, and hydrangeas bring seasonal color. A fenced Charleston alley-style garden adds structure near the home, while a Japanese-inspired garden and pond offer a quiet place to slow down beneath the trees. Along the garden path, a wishing well stands as a reminder that some places are measured less by years than by the memories they hold. Original outbuildings remain woven into daily life, including Hester's Pee Shed and the beloved Pumpkin Shed, where Thanksgiving dinners, seasonal celebrations, and evenings outdoors have become lasting traditions. A small greenhouse supports year-round gardening. The estate encompasses approximately 80± acres of open pasture, mature timber, and remarkable privacy. Across the road, a log cabin on an additional 35 acres--with a five-acre pond and established pecan grove--is available as a package offering, creating an extraordinary opportunity for a family compound, executive retreat, guest residence, or caretaker's home while preserving the privacy of the main estate. Kathwood has never been defined by a single purpose. It has welcomed family, celebrated milestones, gathered friends around its fireplaces, and offered quiet refuge beneath its trees. Today, it stands ready for whatever its next chapter may become. Kathwood isn't simply part of history. It is a story still being written. Let us help you write the next chapter.
AMLS #105229
Dec 12, 2018
Sold
$1,240,000
$207/sq ft
Dec 4, 2018
Listed
$1,250,000
$208/sq ft
AMLS #78567
Feb 12, 2013
Sold
$775,000
$129/sq ft
Jul 1, 2012
Listed
$825,000
$137/sq ft
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Last updated by owner on Feb 15, 2023.
RUD
Rural District
The RUD District conforms with the area and development regulations of the Rural District designation contained in the County's 1984 Development Standards Ordinance. It also embraces the same development objectives of its predecessor: To facilitate (for the area) the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewage disposal, and other public improvements and services.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Gas station
Bank
Convenience store
General retail
Restaurant
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Hotel / motel
Library
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
7% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
68% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Jackson, SC • 29831
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94/ 100
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 3954 Silver Bluff Rd
$3,155,355
$345K under list price of $3.50M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $200K to $407K.