Creekside
508 Romain Road, McClellanville, SC
The Land Set on the former site of the 1800’s plantation of Dr. Palmer is this luxurious 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath estate built to capture the spirit of the lowcountry. “Creekside,” as the owners refer to it, is on the bank of Jeremy Creek across from the McClellanville’s historic district within the Skipper’s Point community. Skipper’s Point is known for its large waterfront lot and abundance of wildlife and rural beauty, while still being just minutes from the local restaurants, shops, and town boat landing. This 1.7-acre lot offers 135 feet of water frontage on Jeremy Creek and is positioned on a bend so that it captures a panaramoric view of creek life. Enjoy a short walk down the 200’ deep-water dock with covered pier head to the floating dock, just a third of a mile from where Jeremy Creek flows into the Intracoastal Waterway. This is the beginning of the prime fishing, boating, and beaches of the Cape Romain Wildlife Refuge that are only accessible by boat. The dock includes a fish cleaning station and is complete with running water and electricity. Enter the property along a winding driveway, pass an ancient live oak and go through a small orchard of apples, pears, pecans, and fig trees serviced by an irrigation system. There is abundant parking in the front of the home as well as to the side and within the homes 3-car garage which also has a spacious workshop.
Entertaining and Outdoors Creekside was custom built by Coastal Builders to feel cozy for two while also being able to entertain large groups. Nowhere is that entertainment value appreciated more than on the waterfront side of the home. A huge screened area under the home includes a summer kitchen with a gas cooktop and sink for boiling up a batch of crabs or shrimp or frying the day’s catch of fish. The space comfortably holds a picnic table, chairs, ping-pong table, and a half bath so guests don’t have to go upstairs. Whether lounging, playing, cooking or eating, everyone in this space enjoys the bug-free coastal breezes and waterfront views. Outside of the screened area is a magnificent fire pit and a waterfront lawn planted with native palms, palmettos, cedars, and a live oak. This entire area is protected by an automatic mosquito repellent system to fend off the bugs. Rince off after a day at the beach in the conveniant outdoor shower under the split stairs leading to the first floor porch. You’ll find ample additional storage for tools, fishing gear, kayaks, and more and access to the garage and elevator under the home as well. While managed by MCVL Realty, Creekside has hosted numerous small outdoor wedding ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, and family and corporate gatherings in this fabulous space.
Living Area The first floor of the home features a full-length porch overlooking Jeremy Creek accessed by a wall of french doors which offer views of the shrimp boats leaving and returning each day from the living room, kitchen, sun room, and master bedroom. This floor features 10’ ceilings and rich heart pine floors throughout and can be accessed via an elevator from the ground floor. The home has an open floor plan which creates a feeling of elegance and quality construction. The living room features a gas fireplace made from bricks recovered from the former historic buildings on this site framed by a heart-pine mantle and built-in shelving. The dining room is large enough for a 12-person table and provides access to a private office tucked away for quiet contemplation. The kitchen includes stainless appliances including a built-in microwave and convection oven as well as an island which includes a five-burner cooktop and warming oven. Just off the kitchen is a laundry room with additional cabinet storage, a second refrigerator, and standing freezer. The home includes tons of upgrades such as engineered hurricane windows, water filtration system, hardiplank siding, security system, and a whole house propane generator.
Bedrooms
When it’s time to retire at the end of a long day of work or play, this home offers two bedrooms on the first floor and 3 on the second floor. The master bedroom suite off the living room is spacious and includes a large walk-in closet and a linen closet. The master bathroom has a glass standing shower, jacuzzi tub, and a dual sink vanity. The second first-floor bedroom enjoys a private entrance to the floors guest bathroom. Upstairs is a sitting area leading to three bedrooms which all enjoy views of the water. One bedroom has a private bath while the other two share a hallway bath. Two additional large unfinished rooms upstairs provide room to expand the living / sleeping space further. Creekside has been managed as a vacation rental while providing the owners with plenty of enjoyment time as well. The home’s many closets and storage rooms can be secured to provide privacy of your belongings while still providing guests the utmost enjoyment of the space.
About McClellanville
Running along South Carolina’s coast between the metropolitan areas of Charleston and Myrtle Beach is a rural stretch of land known as the Bulls Bay Historic Passage, that beckons to a time when things moved a little slower. At the heart of this area is the quaint fishing village of McClellanville, known to many as simply “The Village”. McClellanville is just 25 miles north of Mount Pleasant and 25 miles south of Georgetown but will feel like it is worlds away from everything when you are here. The area is bounded by over a quarter of a million acres of Francis Marion National Forest to the west and 22 miles of protected coastline in the Cape Romain Wildlife Refuge to the east, as well as the Santee Coastal Reserve and Santee River delta to the north. These protected lands serve as buffer from sprawling urban growth, but the Town of McClellanville has also established many rules and regulations that offer a high level of protection from over-development to its residents who enjoy the peace and quiet of this rural landscape. The history of the area is rich, dating back to the Native American tribe known as the Sewee Indians. French Hugeonots settled nearby along the Santee River in the 1600’s and found fertile land giving rise to rice plantations. McClellanville came about as coastal retreats away from the swampy, mosquito-filled rice fields of these plantations. Many homes dating back to the mid to late 1800’s can be found in McClellanville’s Historic District. Much of the area’s beauty is drawn from its natural surroundings; the creeks and marsh, the oceans and sunsets, the native palmettos and live oaks draped with Spanish Moss. The diverse ecology spreading from the forests, swamps, marshes, and beaches makes the area a prime destination for bird-watching and photography. An abundance of deer, turkey, and ducks also allow for great hunting opportunities. Other outdoor activities centering around the waters of the wildlife refuge include boating, world-class fishing, and shelling on the secluded beaches only accessible by boat. The wildlife refuge is a Class 1 Wilderness Area, prized for its pristine water and air purity and is the longest stretch of the protected coastline on the eastern shore of the U.S. Kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding are also great activities to enjoy in the saltwater creeks. They also offer a chance to spot a friendly dolphin or explore the mysterious black waters and swamps where you might encounter an alligator or two. McClellanville’s Jeremy Creek is a hub for commercial fishing which includes its famous shrimp boat fleet, as well as clammers, oystermen, crabbers, and fishermen. Their bounties can be purchased fresh from the local seafood markets or eaten cooked to perfection from any of the area’s fabulous restaurants. A strong artist community also flourishes in this area rich in inspiration and several boutiques and galleries offer the work of many artists, authors, musicians and craftspeople. McClellanville offers a true sense of community and Southern hospitality that isn’t common in modern times... Strangers hold open doors, people wave and smile, families get together for Sunday lunches and neighbors catch up with one another over a glass of sweet tea. We welcome you home to the Village.
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