Viewing Listing MLS# 1001341

Ideally located just minutes from Historic Charleston, this Spanish-style home is nestled on a picturesque bluff overlooking the Wappoo River and the golf course of The Country Club of Charleston. The private, deepwater dock offers easy access to Charleston Harbor and the Intracoastal Waterway. The setting is further accented by the overflowing camellias and live oaks dripping with Spanish moss. It is believed that Ernest Hemingway was a frequent guest of the Van Buren family, who built the home in the 1950's. Hemingway's influence can be seen in the Spanish-inspired tile throughout the home. The welcoming entry features a ceramic tile surround that is the same pattern as those found in the kitchen of Hemingway's Key West property. The light-filled sunroom features a wall of windows overlooking the river, a built-in bar and fireplace. This area is perfect for entertaining as it opens out onto a stone patio facing the water. The kitchen has hardwood floors, a breakfast nook, and built-in desk area. A master suite is located at the rear of the house and boasts ample storage and dual sinks in the bath. Just down the hall are two additional bedrooms which share a full bath. Family legend has it that Ernest Hemingway stayed in the pink bedroom when he was a guest of the Van Buren's. A fourth bedroom and full bath can be found above the two-car garage. An additional storage building near the house is convenient for boating supplies or a golf cart. This Country Club home offers unique architectural details, a storied past, and a gorgeous waterfront setting.

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