Only a privileged few will share this private Lowcountry island, over 900 acres of unspoiled Coastal Maritime Forest and Tidal Marsh, includes a 400 acre nature preserve, rookery, community boat ramp and dock. You will find NONE of the amenities typically found in a coastal resort development, but instead, more than five miles of trails for hiking, birding, and nature observation. This stately manor offers uncompromised quality and attention to detail, built by one of the Lowcounty's foremost builders as his personal residence. Immediately upon entering the home, you are captured by the pristine views of marsh, Palmetto Trees, Coffin and Bailey Creeks and the South Edisto River. Property offers sought after Southern exposure. You will enjoy the prevailing breezes and unequalled Edisto sunsets. A few of many features include antique heart pine floors, two 42" masonry fireplaces, custom cabinetry with in-set doors, wet bar with ice maker, granite counter tops in the gourmet kitchen, top of the line stainless steel appliances (2 ovens) and a nice pantry. Extra large laundry/utility room with plenty of work space, large deep utility sink and a home office. The master bedroom has a private screen porch,two walk-in closets and large master bath with two vanities, oversized tub and glass enclosed shower. Upstairs offers a pecky cypress study with exposed brick chimney, built-in locking gun cabinet, desk, and bookshelves and opens onto a second story porch offering panoramic views of a manicured heavily landscaped lawn, marshes, creeks, and unequalled privacy. Two guest bedrooms and two full baths are also on the second floor. Security alarm on house. A fenced formal garden connects the main house to the 3 car garage with a workroom. Each of the garage doors has a garage door opener. Above the garage is a well designed 864 sq ft guest cottage which features a large bedroom with bath, a full kitchen, dining area and living area. A true gardener's paradise with citrus trees and established camellia and rose gardens with raised beds and a potting shed and pump house, reverse osmosis system for home and garden. Short pathway leads to the dock with fixed pier head and a floater. The property offers the utmost privacy. This property is a rare opportunity on today's market. It is one of the best properties on Edisto Island. Property Owners Association fees are paid semi-annually ($1875). Flood Insurance is $377.00. Homeowners insurance including Wind & Hail $8,160