57 Surfsong Rd, Kiawah Island, SC 29455

With more than 132 feet of ocean frontage, this exquisite shingle style seaside home offers everything required for a peaceful, private Kiawah Island lifestyle. Designed by award-winning architect Scott Anderson, the enclave was built by Russ Cooper with interior designs by Tammy Connor. The home is handsomely detailed throughout with custom millwork, rich moldings, built-ins, curved walls, designer lighting, oversized Tischler windows and doors, and sumptuous French white oak hardwood flooring. The front foyer opens to the Great Room with gas fireplace, coffered ceilings, custom paneling and wainscoting, and a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views of the pool and spa, windswept dunes, and the endless blue sea beyond. The serious gourmand's kitchen features an expansive center island crowned by solid cypress, custom soft-close cabinetry, lighted glass cabinets, soapstone counters, Wolf double ovens, 8-burner gas range, a warming drawer, Sub Zero refrigerator/freezer, plus 2 additional freezer and 4 refrigeration drawers, two ASKO dishwashers, wet bar with icemaker, and attendant shiplap pantry with Sub Zero wine cooler, tall cabinetry, and storage. Open to the kitchen, the dining room is surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows, panoramic ocean views, and French doors that open out to the pool deck. Built-in window seating offers more relaxed entertaining options. Dressed in stained shiplap, the Library has custom bookcases and shelving, illuminated by built-in library sconces, and is lined with oversized accordion doors that can open the room entirely to create open air space comprising the covered porch with stone gas fireplace, Brazilian ipe sun deck, and oceanfront pool. The room has its own climate control, separate from the main house. The main home's light-filled staircase is reminiscent of a nautilus shell that gently turns as it rises to the second floor. Upstairs, the Master Bedroom is luxurious and private, with stunning ocean vistas, cathedral ceilings, a private balcony, decorator oval windows, French white oak flooring, shiplap walls, and handsome moldings and built-ins. Two generous walk-in closets connect the bedroom and expansive marble-appointed en suite, with separate dressing area, marble-topped double vanity, water closet, and glass-enclosed marble shower with bench seating. Six additional guest bedrooms also enjoy marble-appointed en suite bathrooms, French white oak flooring, paddle fans, built-in window seating, designer lighting, and exquisite views. The two-level guest wing, which can be accessed by an interior gallery hall or a private entrance foyer, mirrors the luxurious details, finishes, and décor of the main home: complete with a second master, guest bedroom, and sizeable bunk room - all with cathedral ceilings, marble-appointed en suites, and tall windows for natural light. The very large, dehumidified garage has two bay doors that can accommodate four cars. There is also a full size refrigerator/freezer, a private hot and cold shower, and several large storage rooms which conveniently house and organize bikes and recreational equipment. Additional features of this home include: a private ipe boardwalk to the beach, two hot and cold water outdoor showers; cedar shake siding and roofing, bronze gas lanterns, elevator to all floors, media room, three laundry rooms, Waterworks plumbing fixtures, central humidity control, AV system with built-in speakers, automatic closet lighting, irrigation system, remote control pool and spa cover, remote control dining room screening, lightning rod system, and generous storage throughout.