Nestled in the marsh with stunning marsh to river views, best describes this cottage-style home at 161 Marsh Hawk Lane. The home's Charleston-inspired front courtyard welcomes and sets the tone for this cozy, idyllic, waterfront escape. Upon entering the home, you are greeted by the beauty of life on the marsh with dramatic river views from the expansive family/living area, a flexible space allowing for multiple seating or dining arrangements with a stone surround gas fireplace, wall to wall windows and access to a screened porch with patio below. The generously sized screened porch, with grilling deck, is accessed from both living and dining areas providing year-round entertaining with al fresco dining and ample fire-pit seating.A separate formal dining room connects the living area with a gourmet eat-in kitchen featuring custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, large island and wood floors. A powder room, laundry and entry hall closets, complete the main level of the home. The two-story stairwell accesses the second level to a generous primary bedroom suite, with sitting area, two walk-in closets, a well-designed bath with separate vanities, large shower and soaking tub ... all overlooking the serene marsh to river vistas. Three guest bedrooms with large closets, two baths and a sunning deck overlooking the marsh, complete the second level of the home. In addition, the home's well-organized two-car garage offers ample built-in storage shelving, cabinets, workshop, a motorized elevated bike rack and epoxy flooring.
The homes lush landscaping showcases specimen plantings with native grasses beneath a canopy of Magnolia, Crepe Myrtle, Palms and moss-draped majestic Live Oak trees. The front courtyard and rear patio offer additional areas for entertaining with corner lot privacy ... capturing island breezes, sunset views and the ever-changing colors of the season. An abundance of wildlife with amazing bird watching and Dolphin sightings complete the scene.
Located in the popular West Beach area of the Island, the home has convenient access to all Kiawah Island amenities, Freshfields Village and downtown Charleston ... with the Beach an easy bike ride away!