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SURFSIDE SUN
PROPERTY PROFILE
J Pepper Frazier Co.
$3,195,000
Drive south from town heading out on Surfside Road and continue until you cannot go any further. At that point, the Surfside Beach parking lot is on your left. Today, in the crisp fall air, it is quiet with only a few cars belonging to beach walkers. Just seeing it, however, conjures up the image of people enjoying everything that fabulous beach has to offer. You can almost smell the aroma of the concession stand which, some say, offers the best burger on the island.
But you have not reached your destination. You move on, turning right and driving a few hundred feet to 21 Western Ave. Here sits an exceptional summer home, which may be enjoyed in almost any season.
The house sits on a large lot, one row back from the dunes and the ocean. It enjoys excellent views of the Atlantic Ocean and the wonderful light and salty sea breezes that come with it. It is also situated directly across from a somewhat secret and seldom-traveled path to a stretch of sand just west of Surfside Beach where the crowds are usually much sparser, even in the middle of summer.
In addition to its proximity to the water, the property is close to public transportation and is only a five minute drive to downtown, making it one of the most convenient water-view locations for a summer hideaway for a large family, or as a seasonal rental investment property. (Speaking of which, the property has an exceptional rental history due to its unique layout.)
This house, with its huge, rosa rugosa-lined yard, front-facing covered porch and wide side deck is actually two living units in one, separated by an enclosed connector. The two can be easily turned into one larger unit if that better suits the buyer's or renter's needs. The front unit has a large common room which includes the kitchen and living room. The kitchen features a handy breakfast peninsula which helps to define the space and provide what seems like acres of countertop. The living room offers honey-pine floors and an inviting brick hearth - a must for the shoulder seasons when the wind blows and the chilly air prevails. In the summertime, the front door may be thrown open to allow access to the covered front porch, effectively doubling the living space. Also on the first floor is a half bathroom.
Climb the centrally located stairway and you find yourself in the upstairs hallway with plenty of shelves, storage and sunlight, thanks to a well placed skylight. From here, you have access to a full bath and two ample bedrooms. Both of these bedrooms come complete with wide views of the rolling, blue ocean and wonderful light.
The rear unit features a large, sunny kitchen with cathedral ceilings and a sizeable living room area. (The side deck, easily accessed from here, also serves as living and dining space in the warmer months). There is also a half bath and a guest bedroom with a full bath on the first floor. Climb the open stairway and you come to a landing with a built-in day bed and several storage options. The master bedroom features lots of light and a full bath with a shower.
Another welcome feature of this unique home is the finished basement with its classic wainscoting and open floor plan. This space makes a great family room, perhaps doubling as overflow sleeping space when unexpected guests call from the boat.
This wonderfully designed, sunny four bedroom, three full- and two half-bath home, with water views
and a perfect location, is offered at $3,195,000. I
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