My family and I moved into 1616 Sewee Fort Road just 2 days before Christmas 2004. Because we knew our closing date was so close to the Holidays we wanted to wait until we were in our new home to get a Christmas tree. Directly after the closing my husband was given the monumental task of unpacking as many of our belongings as possible, and I was off on a mission to find a Christmas tree. As luck would have it, that particular December every single Christmas tree in the entire Charleston tri-county area had already found it’s home. As the hours passed, and I still hadn’t found a tree, I was becoming frantic. How could I go back to our new home without a tree and disappoint our children? Suddenly, I caught sight of what appeared to be a scrawny, sad looking tree abandoned and standing alone in an empty parking lot. It certainly didn’t look anything like any of the other Christmas trees we’ve had over the years but this tree really needed a home, and we really needed a tree so off I went with my adopted tree.
Over the past 3 years we’ve had a lot of great memories in this house but now it’s time for another family to make memories of their own so without further adieu let me take you through a guided tour of 1616 Sewee Fort Road and what makes it so special.
From the moment you enter Park West’s main entrance you will experience a blending of convenience and seclusion with a commitment to preserving nature. It’s been called the “Ultimate Family Community For All Ages” because it offers a wide array of distinctive neighborhoods from detached single-family homes, to townhomes, neotraditional homes, condominiums, live-work residences and a rising adult-community including assisted living care.
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Each Park West neighborhood has its own special character, architectural style and price range. Located within the custom-built Wheatstone neighborhood this beautiful 5 bedroom, 3 bath “Southern Living” home is in an ideal lowcountry setting. The creek-front, marsh-front and second row homes were constructed by some of the Trident Area's finest custom builders. The interior homes were constructed by David Weekley Homes, a premier regional builder who has led the industry in innovative designs.
The level of finishes and upgrades that have been selected are impressive. Imported bath fixtures, solid surface countertops, tile in every bathroom, custom window treatments, smart-house wiring, surround sound, and upgraded lighting and ceiling fans will not disappoint. There are hardwood floors throughout the first floor and guest suite, with carpeting in all the bedrooms.
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The gourmet kitchen is a cooks delight. The striking glass mosaic backsplash beautifully compliments the cognac-glazed cabinetry. The appliances are all stainless steel including a Dacor 5 burner gas cooktop, Dacor dual fuel wall oven, and a built-in microwave. Corian countertops offer elegance with carefree maintenance. There is an adjoining eat-in area with it’s own wine bar and access to the screened in porch.
This is a great home to entertain your friends and family, and has a wonderful open floor plan with 20 ft ceilings in the living room and foyer.
The spacious master bedroom is down, and boasts a separate sitting area, tray ceiling, and french doors leading to the back deck.
The master bath with vaulted ceiling, garden tub, dual stainless steel sinks, Grohe faucets, travertine floors & backsplash and spa shower offers a welcome retreat.
Upstairs you will find 3 generously sized bedrooms with lots of closet space and storage.
The 5th bedroom located on the 1st floor with an adjacent full bath, makes for a great home office or guest suite.
Professionally landscaped gardens with fenced in backyard and pergola compliment this lovely corner lot.
Offered at $499,000 with front and back lawn irrigation, fully functioning hurricane shutters, security system and finished garage you won’t have to look any further for your new home.
One of the unique aspects of Park West is the on-premises Primary, Elementary and Middle Schools. Children attend Laurel Hill Primary, Charles Pinckney Elementary and Cario Middle School without ever leaving the Park West grounds.
Six miles of bike/hiking paths and sidewalks in all neighborhoods connect every element within Park West including a swim and tennis club with two pools, a summer kitchen, six lighted tennis courts, a community club house, parks and playgrounds, a 59-acre Town of Mount Pleasant Recreational Facility with softball, baseball, football, soccer, in and out-door swimming.
The Town of Mount Pleasant is one of the most sought after townships in the State of South Carolina. With a population that has literally exploded over the last two decades, Mount Pleasant has assumed its own identity. With it’s distinctive controlled-growth posture, Town planners have worked diligently to preserve Mount Pleasant’s rich heritage and small-town appeal, while allowing it to gain all the positive attributes of a much larger city.
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In 2006, Mount Pleasant was named one of the nation’s “Best Places to Live” by CNNMoney.com. The area is also experiencing “Smart Growth” within its workforce and is becoming the preferred location for knowledge-based businesses and talent. Mount Pleasant is home to several thriving businesses including Automated Trading Desk (ATD), Inc., Motley Rice LLC and GenPhar a leading biopharmaceutical company dedicated to producing prophylactic and therapeutic vaccines.
Interstate 26 and 526 provide direct access to the East Cost’s major north-south highway Interstate 95, approximately 43 miles west of Mount Pleasant. Completed in 2005, the magnificent Arthur Ravenel Bridge offers travelers the perfect opportunity to transition from the old world charm of Peninsula Charleston to the more modern suburb of Mount Pleasant.
Some Interesting Mount Pleasant Facts
Mount Pleasant is Charleston’s only access to Isle of Palms and Sullivan’s Island beaches
Sweetgrass basket making has been part of the Mount Pleasant community for over 300 years.
Boone Hall Plantation opened to the public in 1959, and is one of America’s oldest living, working plantations.
Mount Pleasant is home to the aircraft carrier, the USS Yorktown.
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Found this photo in my archives, and thought you'd like to see our gussyed up Xmas tree.