23 Cormorant Island Lane
Kiawah Island, SC 29455
$12,900,000
Set within the exclusive Summer Islands enclave, an intimate and prestigious collection of homes surrounded by sweeping marshland, this extraordinary Kiawah Island estate offers a rare combination of deepwater dock access, breathtaking panoramic views, privacy, and uncompromising craftsmanship.Positioned on a private 0.82-acre lot on a point with 180+ degree views of uninterrupted marsh and river vistas, the property enjoys long-range views stretching all the way to the iconic Ravenel Bridge. Overlooking the serene waters of Bass Creek, the home features one of the few private docks on Kiawah with deep water even at low tide, allowing for effortless boating access to the Kiawah and Stono Rivers and out to the Atlantic Ocean. The deepwater dock and floater elevate an already exceptionalwaterfront experience.
This is a true private retreat--meticulously reimagined and recently fully renovated with no detail overlooked. The interiors reflect a level of artistry and craftsmanship rarely seen, with soaring 20+ foot ceilings, expansive entertaining spaces, and walls of glass that frame the ever-changing marsh landscape. Every surface has been thoughtfully updated, including a completely new designer kitchen and scullery, a stunning new primary bath, and curated finishes throughout--new bathrooms, new lighting, custom cabinetry, and refined fixtures that create a cohesive and elevated aesthetic.
Outdoors, the transformation continues. Renowned landscape architects Wertimer + Cline have redesigned the grounds to create a seamless connection between home and nature, incorporating new pathways, lush plantings, and a beautifully integrated new pool. A stone pool deck ...
+ Read More| List Number Main: | 26008198 |
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| List Price: | $12,900,000 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Sub Type: | Single Family Detached |
| Status: | Active |
| Bedrooms: | 5 |
| Full Baths: | 5 |
| Half Baths: | 1 |
| Apx. Sq Ft: | 7,100 |
| Lot Size: | 35,719.2 |
| Acreage: | 0.82 |
| Sf Detached Style: | Contemporary |
| Waterfront?: | Yes |
| City: | Kiawah Island |
| County: | Charleston |
| Zip Code: | 29455 |
| Year Built: | 2004 |
| Area: | 25 - Kiawah |
| Lot Size: | .5 - 1 Acre, Marshview, Riverview |
| Subdivision: | Kiawah Island |
| High School: | St. Johns |
| Cooling: | Central Air |
| Exterior: | Wood Siding |
| Foundation: | Crawl Space, Raised |
| Garage/Parking: | 5 |
| Misc Exterior: | Boatlift, Dock - Existing, Dock - Floating, Dock - Shared, Lawn Irrigation, Rain Gutters, Lighting |
| Misc Interior: | Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Entrance Foyer, Great, Living/Dining Combo, Office, Pantry, Study |
| Roof: | Metal |
| Stories/Levels: | 2 |
| Water/Sewer: | Public |
| Room Type: | Eat-In-Kitchen, Family, Foyer, Great, Laundry, Living/Dining Combo, Office, Pantry, Study |
| Flooring: | Stone, Wood |
| Parking Features: | 5 Car Garage, Attached, Off Street, Other, Garage Door Opener |
| Pool Features: | In Ground |
| Status: | Active |
| State Or Province: | SC |
| Pool Private?: | Yes |
| Window Features: | Window Treatments |
| Directions: | Located Past The Second Gate - Over The Bridge Onto Summer Islands Lane. |
| Laundry Features: | Laundry Room |
| Fireplace Features: | Den, Gas Log, One |
| Cooling?: | Yes |
| Fireplace?: | Yes |
| Garage?: | Yes |
| Lot Size Area: | 0.82 |
| Fireplaces Total: | 1 |
| Attached Garage?: | Yes |
| Building Area Total: | 7100 |
| Building Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Community Features: | Club Membership Available, Gated, Golf Membership Available, Park, Pool, Security, Trash, Walk/Jog Trails |
| Levels: | Two |
| Listing Terms: | Any |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| Other Structures: | Yes, Second Garage, Guest House |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Deck, Patio, Covered |
| Room Primary Bedroom Features: | Ceiling Fan(s), Garden Tub/Shower, Multiple Closets, Outside Access, Walk-In Closet(s) |
| Room Primary Bedroom Level: | Lower |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Utilities: | Berkeley Elect Co-Op |
| Waterfront Features: | Marshfront, River Access, Waterfront - Deep |
| Basement: | false |
| Assumable: | No |
| Carport Spaces: | 0 |
| Covered Spaces: | 5 |
| Elementary School: | Angel Oak ES 4K-1/Johns Island ES 2-5 |
| Garage Spaces: | 5 |
| Middle Or Junior School: | Haut Gap |
Listing Courtesy of: Maison Real Estate
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