Welcome to Historic Charleston and Rainbow Row. The James Cook House, Circa 1782-7 is part of a series of buildings known as Rainbow Row, the longest row of intact 18th century Georgian row houses in the United States. One of the most desirable Charleston properties on the Battery. Fabulously, restored, renovated and impeccably maintained. Today the home consists of a dine-in gourmet kitchen, keeping room and powder room on the first level, with three sets of French doors opening onto a brick courtyard and walled garden. The charming ivy covered walled garden was designed by Loutrell Briggs, Charleston's premier landscaped architect. At the end of the garden is a reflective mirror enhancing the rear of the home, brick courtyard and walled garden. The second level consists of aspacious living and dining room with two fireplaces and French door access to balcony with iron handrails overlooking the rear garden. The third level consists entirely of the master suite with luxury bathroom, walk-in dressing room/custom closet and laundry alcove. The top level consists of two guest bedrooms with private bathrooms. Spectacular views of the city roof tops and gardens increase with interest at each level including Charleston Harbor and Fort Sumter views from the fourth level front bedroom.An iron gate at the street for added security, and covered archway leads to a solid mahogany entrance door with welcoming lantern.One of the many interesting and romantic facts about 93 E Bay is its connection to the 1935 staging of Gershwin's Porgy and Bess - taking advantage of the rear vista of the jumbled Rainbow Row buildings to achieve the desired ""picturesque"" setting. By 1938 the property was in a damaged and depressed area. It was largely due to the efforts of Susan Pringle Frost, founder of the Charleston Preservation Society, who came up with the idea of painting the houses in different colors, reflecting a Caribbean influence, hence the term Rainbow Row.The history of this charming home dates back to the 1670 foundation - shown on the city's first planning map, the Grand Modell. Archaeological investigations of the cellar of the house have uncovered the original foundation along with a collection of pieces of clay smoking pipes, china and glass shards and bullets. Original 18th Century hand hewn rafters, brickwork and heart pine flooring have been uncovered and preserved.A rare opportunity to own a piece of Charleston's history in this beautifully restored home with all modern conveniences in the heart of shopping, dining and galleries. Two working fireplaces - with gas logs.Owner pays $125/month for parking space across the street.
Listing Date: 08-23-2018
Sold Date: 10-26-2018
Aprox Days on Market: 
2 month(s), 2 day(s)
Listing Sold: 
5 Year(s), 5 month(s), 24 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $2,395,000
Asking Price: $2,395,000
Selling Price: $2,336,500
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $58,500
Price Difference From Asking:
Reduced By $58,500
Grazing Permits Forest Service: Yes
Grazing Permits Private: Yes
Grazing Permits Blm: Yes
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: Yes
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 3
Window Features: Window Treatments
Year Built: 1779
Floors: Stone, Wood
Rent Control: No
Fencing: Brick, Privacy
Misc Ext: Patio
Pool Private: No
Garage: No
Attached Garage: No
Desclocation: Three +
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Living/Dining Combo, Separate Dining
Fireplace: Yes
Lot Desc: Level
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 0.00
Irrigation Water Rights: Yes
Security Features: Security System
Mobile Home Remains: Yes
Property Type: A
Stories: 4
Foundation: Basement, Crawl Space
Exterior: Brick
New Construction: No
Roof: Slate
Building Area Units: Square Feet
View: No
Home Warranty: Yes
Habitable Residence: Yes
Structure Type: Townhouse
Beds: 3
Primary Bedroom Features: Multiple Closets, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Sold Date: 2018-10-26T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: Yes
Lease Considered: Yes
Lease Assignable: Yes
Sqft: 2855
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Charleston Water Service, SCE & G
Heating: Yes
Heat: Heat Pump
Water Sewer: Public Sewer
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront: No
Courtesy of listing office Pam Harrington Exclusives