209 Bennett St, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

This historic Old Village cottage has been transformed into a sunny and bright two story family home in perhaps the most sought after and desirable neighborhood of Mt. Pleasant. The interiors are spacious and elegant as well as comfortable and inviting. A thorough recent renovation of both the inside and outside of the home has brought it up the highest standards of modern day living while retaining village charm on a quiet street close to the harbor. The upper, more formal level is entered by gracious double stairs leading to a piazza with harbor views. From the piazza the front door opens into an entry foyer that is flanked on one side by a sunny and bright living room and on the other side by a spacious dining room.Beyond the dining room on the harbor side of the home is the well-planned and completely updated kitchen and sunny breakfast area looking toward the harbor. What may at one time have been an open cottage porch is now an elegant and spacious "connector" in the center of the upper level. With a distinctive bar area that features a full size Sub Zero wine cooler and drinks storage drawer as well as custom cabinetry, the wide hallway provides more space for entertaining "flow" while connecting the old cottage with the newer main level spaces. Opening from it is the spacious and comfortable upstairs den with brick fireplace and gas logs, an artful and elegant hall power room, and a master suite that has been thoughtfully planned. The master suite includes a newly designed bath that features a steam shower as well as a tub, and a large, walk-in closet with natural light and custom cabinetry. Also from the central hallway are stairs to an extremely well designed ground floor area equal in size to the upper floor. The very large first floor den with distinctive built in bookcases has a floor is of historic brick said to have been salvaged from the early cottage on the site. Also on this level are four large bedrooms (one currently used as an office) connected by two full baths. On the opposite side of the home, the spaces have been redesigned to accommodate a mud room with exterior door, and a laundry room with large stainless steel sink. Beside it is a sunny and bright exercise room. The outdoor spaces have been professionally re-worked so they can be enjoyed from both the main level and lower level. Adjacent to the upper level den is a screened porch with wonderful views and harbor breezes. From it, there are stairs on the driveway side down to the newly repaved driveway and access to the back lawn and garden. From the first floor den, large glass doors open to a brick paved covered patio area and lawn. Along the street is a more formal area that creates a sense of privacy, and a welcoming entry area. Come see for yourself why this house is now a home of distinction that offers options for many lifestyles.