MLS# 1306959: 1714 Middle Street Sullivans Island, SC 29482

Formerly the Recreation Hall and Post Exchange for Fort Moultrie, this property has been turned into one of the most interesting and unique residences in all of Charleston! Situated in a great location between the lighthouse and Fort Moultrie, in the charming Sullivans Island Historic District, this historic property is just a short walk to the beach, library, post office, churches, tennis courts, the boat landing, restaurants, open space, and the park. The structure offers a huge floor plan with 5 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, and apprx. 7,581 total sq ft, including 4,450 s.f. in the main living area and apprx. 3,132 s.f. in the unique recreation room/gymnasium/ballroom. In addition, there is an attached garage plus three large porches, all on a large street-to-street neatly landscaped lot that includes a brick path, an arbor with iron gates and a cistern with a waterfall. A reworked, open floor-plan with sky high ceilings (12' & 18'), this home features huge rooms and plenty of oversized windows which provide plenty of light and great circulation. The recreation room is accessed through three sets of glass interior doors from the upstairs center foyer, the downstairs central hall, and the garage. This stunning restored space, where soldiers once danced, features a full balcony with a half-bath and a sitting area, 18' tin-paneled ceilings, eighteen 7' windows, three chandeliers, paddle fans, wall sconces, plaster walls, and gleaming new hardwood floors. Its uses are unlimited - play room, game room, workshop, art studio, basketball court, gymnasium, family gatherings, holiday parties, dances, business meetings, and formal entertaining. Special features include a slate roof, interior transom windows, deep exterior window sills, tin paneled ceilings, heart-pine, marble and tile floors, beadboard, exposed brick & granite walls, indoor and outdoor gas fireplaces, upgraded lighting fixtures, kitchen with slate backsplash, breakfast bar and pantry, master bedroom with private screened porch, huge walk-in closet, attached master bath with oversized custom shower, family bath with antique cast iron tub, numerous sets of glass french doors, custom built-ins including a small library, and tons of storage. This is truly a spectacular example of how an older, historic structure can be transformed into a gorgeous residence overflowing with history and charm.