2518 Grace Chapel Rd, Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487

Tucked away in the storied waterfront village of Rockville, where Wadmalaw Island meets the Bohicket River, this timeless retreat offers a rare chance to own a piece of Lowcountry history. With serene river views framed by draping live oaks and a classic white picket fence, the setting feels lifted from a bygone era, where life moves a little slower and every detail whispers of charm and tradition.Set along a quiet dirt road behind old Grace Chapel, this gracious country cottage is a sanctuary from modern life, yet just 15 minutes from Johns Island's acclaimed dining and conveniences. Few homes capture the romance, craftsmanship, and enduring character of the Lowcountry quite like this one, where stained glass windows, soaring ceilings, heart pine floors, and rich wood finishespreserve its historic soul. Inside, the heart of the home is its oversized kitchen, built for gathering. With an expansive butcher block island, abundant cabinetry, a farm-style sink overlooking the garden, and a breakfast bar that seats six, it blends warmth and function for both chefs and entertainers. A built-in pass-through to the formal dining room adds to its charm. The main floor's intimate primary suite is wrapped in tongue-and-groove beadboard and features two walk-in cedar closets, a private bath with dual vanities, tiled shower, and soaking tub. Upstairs, a spacious bedroom with a window seat and a light-filled office with built-ins provide room to retreat, create, or host. Recent updates add comfort without compromising its authenticity (including a new metal roof, freshly painted exterior, custom shelving, and a new screened porch overlooking the large private yard). This is more than a home; it's an invitation into a lifestyle that feels both exclusive and reminiscent where history, community, and waterfront beauty converge in one unforgettable setting.

Wonderful home right in the village, with a view of the river from your front door. The magnificent renovated kitchen with it's breakfast bar that seats six and it's cozy dining area calls homemaker and friends to sit down and stay awhile. Many cupboards, a wine "cellar" and a huge butcher block work area complete the kitchen. Oversized formal dining room with built in pass through to kitchen. Cozy and sunny library with built in bookshelves in a snug setting under the live oak tree. Living room with room enough for your piano, TV in a built in area accomodating all your treasures and furnishings. Master bedroom downstairs with two large walk-in closets with shelves and storage,unique master bath with tiled,California shower, built in tub, vanities and separate laundry area.Upstairsfeatures large second bedroom with window seat under the eaves and full bath with another unique shower. And then the office.....open and spacious with built in bookcases, large windows, built in desk area under the windows to give you the feeling that your sitting under the live oaks while you do your work. Open and spacious area with unique "bridge" to bedroom. This house is a must see. While it keeps it old village character, it also highlights with modern and wonderful updates. This home is behind Grace Chapel, a minute walk to the river and close the the boatramp. Don't miss this opportunity to become part of an "old timey" village in a modern day world.