Charleston, SC 29401
- 6Beds
- 5Full Baths
- 1Half Baths
- 9,345SqFt
- 1801Year Built
- 1.25Acres
- MLS# 18005111
- Residential
- Single Family Detached
- Sold
- Approx Time on Market8 months, 17 days
- AreaHistoric Charleston
- CountyCharleston
- SubdivisionHarleston Village
Overview
This price will move you.Welcome home to the Gaillard-Bennett House, Circa 1801. This home has been meticulously restored to it's original glory. Walk up the elegant stone double staircase where you are greeted by one of the most outstanding homes in Charleston.The main drawing room and dining room feature some of the finest examples of restoration of the decorative plasterer's art. The plaster restoration work on the cornices, fireplaces, over the mantels and ceiling medallions are the most exquisite in the city. While the house is impressive from the minute you walk in the extraordinary thing is how comfortable it is to live in.There are a total of 12 fireplaces in the Main House to enjoy a relaxing evening.The 1.25 acre property includes the expansive gardens, salt water gunite pool,and pool house, Main House 9345 sq feet, the kitchen house (4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths), the carriage house (2 bedrooms, 2 baths) which represents a total of 13,267 square feet. A tack house was reconstructed to house all of the mechanical of the property. The surrounding one acre garden is well planned to create a tranquil place of relaxation or entertainment. Designed by local landscape architect Sheila Wertimer, the gardens are based on period examples and the Pool House gives a modern feel. Designed by Glenn Keyes he was inspired in his design of the pool house by the front Portico of the Main House. The heated infinity pool, Gas BBQ Grill, pool house with a bathroom, washer dryer, many decks and outdoor lounging areas is perfect for your own outdoor oasis. Words can't describe this property, over an acre nothing like it. To enhance livability and comfort the owners added an energy efficient Geo Thermal HVAC system with 36 underground wells on the property. The condensers, electric connections, meters and overhead lines have all been hidden underground. If you are looking for your dream come true living in a meticulously restored 19th Century home in the Heart of Charleston, in a wonderful neighborhood on the Charleston Peninsula. Come see 60 Montagu today!
Sale Info
Listing Date: 02-26-2018
Sold Date: 11-13-2018
Aprox Days on Market: 
8 month(s), 17 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
5 Year(s), 4 month(s), 15 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $12,950,000
Asking Price: $5,500,000
Selling Price: $5,600,000
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $7,350,000
Price Difference From Asking:
Increase $100,000
Agriculture / Farm
Grazing Permits Forest Service: Yes
Grazing Permits Private: Yes
Grazing Permits Blm: Yes
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: Yes
Association Fees / Info
Community Features: Bus Line
Bathroom Info
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 5
Building Info
Levels: 3 Stories
Year Built: 1801
Floors: Wood
Business Info
Rent Control: No
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Fencing: Wrought Iron, Privacy
Misc Ext: Patio, Covered, Front Porch
Exterior Features: Lawn Irrigation, Lighting
Pool Private: Yes
Pool Features: In Ground
Style: Carriage/Kitchen House, Traditional
Garage / Parking
Gar Pkg: 2 Car Garage
Garage: Yes
Attached Garage: No
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Desclocation: Dining Room, Family Room, Gas Log, Kitchen, Living Room, Three +
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Elevator, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Bonus, Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Entrance Foyer, Media, In-Law Floorplan, Office, Pantry, Separate Dining, Study, Utility
Fireplace: Yes
Laundry Features: Dryer Connection, Laundry Room
Lot Info
Lot Size: 1.25
Lot Desc: 1 - 2 Acres, Level, Wooded
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 1.25
Lot Sqft: 54450
Irrigation Water Rights: Yes
Offer Compensation
Other
Security Features: Security System
Mobile Home Remains: Yes
Property Info
Property Type: A
Stories: 3
Foundation: Basement, Crawl Space
Exterior: Brick, Wood Siding
New Construction: No
Roof: Metal, Slate
Property Subtype: Gazebo, Workshop
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Special: Flood Insurance
Entry Location: Ground Level
View: No
Home Warranty: Yes
Habitable Residence: Yes
Room Info
Beds: 6
Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Garden Tub/Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sale / Lease Info
Sold Date: 2018-11-13T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: Yes
Lease Considered: Yes
Lease Assignable: Yes
Special Features
Sqft Info
Sqft: 9345
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, SCE & G
Heating: Yes
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront / Water
Waterfront: No
Directions
Take Broad Street, Right On Rutledge And Then A Left On Montagu, House Is On The Corner Of Montagu And Gadsden On The Right.Courtesy of listing office Carolina One Real Estate - 843-779-8660