The circa 1824 John Bickley House is one of only 124 homes on the peninsula that has been recognized as exceptional by the Preservation Society with its sophisticated use of architectural features. Built in the Regency style, this Charleston single home offers piazzas on three sides with a lovely brick pediment. The ornate interior plasterwork is simply exquisite including honeysuckle and anthemion designs, a mantle with Ionic pilasters as well as door and window framing with intricate reeding. On the main floor you will find a spacious dining room, living room and family room that opens into the kitchen and breakfast area. There is original heart pine flooring throughout and soaring 12-foot ceilings. Its second floor features the master suite with multiple closets, including a large walk-in closet, dual bathrooms and a private office which opens up to the outside piazza. A second bedroom on this level has an en suite bath. The third floor includes two additional bedrooms and a full bath. There is also a stunning custom-built fan light in the upstairs hallway. The finished ground floor has just been completely renovated featuring a top-of-the-line kitchen with a dining area, wet bar, adjacent living area. There is also a spacious bedroom and a bath with steam shower. This floor includes a separate entrance offering several rental possibilities. Outside, the garden was designed by Sheila Wertimer with a terrace for dining and there is plenty of off-street parking behind the enclosed iron gate. This home is truly in pristine condition and a must see!
Listing Date: 01-20-2021
Sold Date: 05-07-2021
Aprox Days on Market: 
3 month(s), 16 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
2 Year(s), 11 month(s), 16 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $3,195,000
Asking Price: $3,195,000
Selling Price: $3,000,000
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $195,000
Price Difference From Asking:
Reduced By $195,000
Grazing Permits Forest Service: Yes
Grazing Permits Private: Yes
Grazing Permits Blm: Yes
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: Yes
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 4
Levels: Other (Use Remarks)
Window Features: Window Treatments
Year Built: 1824
Floors: Other, Wood
Rent Control: No
Fencing: Wrought Iron, Privacy
Misc Ext: Patio, Wrap Around
Exterior Features: Lawn Irrigation, Lighting
Pool Private: No
Style: Colonial, Traditional
Gar Pkg: Off Street
Garage: No
Attached Garage: No
Desclocation: Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Gas Connection, Gas Log, Living Room, Three +
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Office, Separate Dining
Fireplace: Yes
Laundry Features: Dryer Connection
Lot Size: 0.25
Lot Desc: 0 - .5 Acre
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.25
Lot Sqft: 10890
Irrigation Water Rights: Yes
Security Features: Security System
Mobile Home Remains: Yes
Property Type: A
Stories: 4
Foundation: Basement
Exterior: Brick
New Construction: No
Roof: Metal
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Special: Flood Insurance
View: No
Home Warranty: Yes
Habitable Residence: Yes
Beds: 5
Primary Bedroom Features: Sitting Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sold Date: 2021-05-07T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: Yes
Lease Considered: Yes
Lease Assignable: Yes
Sqft: 5772
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, Dominion Energy
Heating: Yes
Heat: Heat Pump
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront: No
Courtesy of listing office William Means Real Estate, LLC