** MOTIVATED SELLER ** Offering $15,000 seller paid concessions to cover your closing costs or buy down your interest rate. Tucked away in the privacy of the trees, This home offers you one of those rare opportunities where comfort meets the quiet magic of nature. Resting on .34 an acre, this unique corner lot offers wooded views both behind and beside the home.The property line of this home extends into the woods granting you the peace an privacy we all seek. Just beyond the back property line flows a small stream- the perfect backdrop for relaxing evenings or morning sunrise strolls. This 5 bedroom, 3 bath home boasts a first floor bedroom, full downstairs bathroom, walk-in pantry, loft, soaking tub, spacious screened porch, raised garden beds, and all of the adorable Pinterest worthy updates you've been dreaming of. This lot + home is like no other at this price point. Couple this home with an amenity rich, golf-cart friendly community, with its own YMCA, hiking trails, kayak launch, dog park, numerous waters to fish, parks to play, swimming pool, picnic pavilion with gas grills, neighborhood tree house, coffee cottage, plus a historic farmhouse amenity center, and you've got yourself a beautiful life in the Lowcountry. Inside, thoughtful details like board and batten walls, stylish wallpaper, and updated lighting create the warmth and character you've been searching for. Each room has been touched with an update and charm, features not typically found in a home this new. The heart of this home can be found in the kitchen. A large granite island offers ample seating and prep space. The perfect spot to multi-task over dinner and homework, or serve your friends while hosting a party. And if you like clear countertops while guests are visiting, the walk-in pantry is a great space to hide all of your kitchen gadgets. The downstairs bedroom and full bath are a great feature for guests or those that have multi-generational housing needs. Upstairs, you'll find a loft, 3 remaining guest bedrooms, a large laundry room, and the owners suite. As an additional level of privacy, the owners suite and guest bedrooms rest on opposite ends of the home. Generous in size, the owners suite boasts trey ceilings, a large walk-in closet with it's own window, and a spa-like ensuite with a deep soaking tub and spacious stand-alone tile shower. Outback, give your green thumb a try by growing your own fruits or vegetables in one of the raised garden beds, or just enjoy your grill on the large screened porch. After dinner, take your friends, family, or guests for a stroll outback. The current owners have lovingly carved gentle, rustic walking paths through their woods that lead to a peaceful stream. While the property does not own the stream, it and the greenspace beyond can still be enjoyed. It's the perfect spot to "get away" and unwind, without having to leave your home. The stream sits far enough from the house that the current owners are not required to carry flood insurance. Built in 2023, this home still holds its builders 10 year structural warranty. Additional features of this home include: - Tankless gas water heater - Gas range - Gas heat - Recently installed permanent exterior Govee lighting - Updated exterior garage lights - Updated interior lighting and ceiling fans - Understair storage - Termite bond - Kitchen and garage refrigerator convey - Blinds and window treatments convey - Simplisafe security system conveys - Garden beds + backyard play equipment convey - Room for an inground pool While school zoning should always be verified & is subject to change, it should be noted that this home is currently zoned for Sand Hill Elementary; named a 2024 Blue Ribbon School. Sand Hill is one of only 4 South Carolina schools to receive this recognition, and one of only 365 schools nationally. The home is located about 12 minutes from Sand Hill Elementary and the highly desired Rollings Middle School of The Arts, and Pinewood Preparatory. In addition to this amazing home, there is something to be said about the community as well, because it truly is a unique and special place. Many residents jokingly say it's much like a Hallmark movie. One which they enjoy having a role in. Zoned for highly desired DD2 schools, the Ponds is a community full of amenities and activities for all ages. Full of forest like woods with miles of trails to hike, unwind, and reconnect. This is the type of community where neighbors extend a hand to help. Where those same neighbors become friends, and grow to feel like family. If you are looking for a place to put down roots and grow, this is it. The Ponds is best known for its preserved natural beauty. Hundred year Oak trees positioned in the center of the community near the farmhouse make for some unbelievably beautiful sunsets. If you are touring the home around that time, be sure to take a few minutes to find this spot. We guarantee that you won't leave without snapping a photo or two. These Oaks also set the stage for one of the most frequently used fields in the neighborhood. In the summer months, the HOA hosts food truck Fridays each month here and brings in live music. Neighbors walk or drive their golf carts to this field, throw a blanket down and enjoy spirits, food trucks, live music, and good company- together. Just beside this field sits the custom built tree house. A naturesque playground built to allow all ages to climb up and into the branches of one of the hundred year old Oak trees. The community also offers a large zero entry swimming pool, a beautiful outdoor shelter with a fire place, picnic tables and 2 large gas grills, a community fire pit, a kayak launch, numerous ponds for fishing, and an amphitheater which is often used for events such as the neighborhoods Fourth of July festival. Other fun community activities include (subject to change): - Numerous golf cart parades - Annual Halloween "witch walk" (in-neighborhood food & pub crawl) - Youth fishing tournament - Easter egg hunt - Bunco - Outdoor movie nights - Youth triathlon - Weekly Tuesday evening food and dessert trucks - Fall festival with costume contest - Oyster roast & Chili cook off - Summertime Luau with live music, dancing, and food trucks - Ugly Sweater Stroll - St. Patrick's Day parade and scavenger hunt - Holiday craft festival There are also several clubs within the community for residents to join (subject to change); a fishing club, book club, trail hiking club, gardening club, and a photography club to name a few. The Ponds also boasts a historical farmhouse which serves as their amenity center. The farmhouse dates back to the 1830's and is said to be the third home ever constructed in The Ponds. Its beauty can be enjoyed by all as it serves as the center of the development. Another scenic spot to enjoy breathtaking sunsets. It's a sought-after event space and has served as host to the Annual DD2 Foundation's evening fundraiser and has even hosted a few weddings. Just beside the farmhouse sits a small cottage that serves as the community coffee house. And adorable spot to stroll to each morning to enjoy the paper, read a book, or just catch up with neighbors over a cup of joe. It even offers free WiFi and is a great spot to use occasionally if you work remotely. In addition to the endless amenities available to community residents, The Ponds is also home to one of Summerville's YMCA centers. If you've ever dreamt of being able to roll out of bed and walk to the gym or to your little ones' sports games, here's your chance! The Ponds isn't just a place, it's a lifestyle and residents here truly treasure what it offers. We hope that you will take time to not only tour this incredible home but the community as well. Homes here move fast so we encourage you to book your showing soon.