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A new kind of Charleston home as envisioned by Kevan Hoertdoerfer. Like a breath of fresh air this house encourages one to think about Charleston living in a different way. 

116 Grove Street is the sublime vision of award-winning architect Kevan Hoerdoerfer. This internationally recognized contemporary home reimagines the Charleston experience. 

The Daily Beast featured this stunning listing offered by Mary Lou Wertz and Leslie Turner. Only owned by three families in the last 150 years this home is one of the largest pre-revolutionary war houses in Charleston.

Cottages and Gardens covers the Capers Motte home. Listed by Mary Lou Wertz and Leslie Turner this historic property has never before been on the open market! 

Leslie Turner and Mary Lou Wertz's listing at 69 Church was featured in Southern Living Magazine with an slideshow of photos showing the grandeur of this historic property. 

This week's real estate insert featured our listing at 69 Church Street, circa 1746 this is a historically and architecturally important property and is listed by Leslie Turner and Mary Lou Wertz. Homes of this caliber are rare and this one has never before been on the open market. In fact it has only been owned by three families in the last 150 years. 

Mary Lou Wertz was recently interviewed and featured in a Post and Courier article about the Luxury Property Market here in Charleston South Carolina. Mary Lou pointed out that the 2019 downtown luxury market ended at over $100 Million in total sales, a 2.2% jump over the previous year, and that the agents at Maison Real Estate were collectively responsible for 25% of that! Additionally 2020 has started strong here at Maison with the busiest January in years!

Olga Page is a resident of Johns Island and was featured in a recent article about what attracts people to this gorgeous area. The history of this sea island is long and storied and includes one of the oldest churches in the country. The vibrant community on this beautiful and rural sea island is diverse and draws many who want a quiet setting just a short drive from downtown Charleston. 

Mary Lou Wertz's lovely listing at 29 Legare street was featured in the Real Estate section of the Post and Courier. On one of the largest lots South of Broad this stunning Greek Revival home was beautifully decorated for the Holiday season, and represents all that comes to mind when you think historical Charleston. 

Maison Real Estate held a Fall Fête at the stunning 12 Franklin Street to celebrate their friends, clients and the fall season. Maison officially opened in the spring of 2019 and was founded by Leslie Turner, Mary Lou Wertz and Olga Page. 

Mary Lou Wertz's listing was chosen by Mansion Global to be the listing of the day.

This circa 1786 home on historic Meeting Street in the sought after South of Broad area offers 5200+ square feet of historic charm and modern luxury. Three piazzas running the length of the home offer access to outdoor living from every level, and a birds eye view of  the stunning pool and ground level courtyard. Perfect for entertaining, this home also has a nearly 900 sq ft guest house.

Whether you are just refreshing or taking on a full "down to the studs" renovation you need someone to turn to if and when things get overwhelming or intimidating, especially when the task involves taking down walls or completely reinventing your home.

Having an expert to turn to, one who has experience dealing with major and minor renovations is key.

Leslie Turner and Mary Lou Wertz were consulted as authorities on renovation for a recent Post and Courier article,  because of their local, international personal experience. 

Use this link if you'd like to read the entire Post and Courier article.