808 Washington Street, Beaufort

One of a kind opportunity in the Historic District to enjoy ''modern history''! This Circa 1890 home has been painstakingly restored, and modernized for today's living. True Beaufort style with inviting double front porches now offers 5 bedrooms & 3 baths under one roof, designed by Allison Ramsey. ORIGINAL staircase, exposed lathe & beams, original solid wood doors, restored porch balusters & original front windows are a few of the historic details. All NEW systems - HVAC, ducts, plumbing, electrical, metal roof, tankless H2O heater & pre-wired for electric vehicle charger. ** The DOWNSTAIRS offers new floors of locally milled pine, a bedroom with private pocket door to a full bath, cozy study with gas fireplace, large dining room, and open concept kitchen/family room with gas fireplace. The beautiful bright custom kitchen has raised ceiling with original beams, 2 tone cabinets, lighted display cabinets, quartz counters, under cabinet lights, huge 100" breakfast bar, dual fuel range with double ovens, Samsung Bespoke fridge with glass panels, and custom hood with original beam detail. Huge laundry room features slate floors, floor to ceiling cabinetry, separate pantry closet, butcher block counter, deep laundry sink with sprayer faucet and a hidden laundry chute! The custom wine cellar under the exposed original stairs is a true show piece with etched glass door, wine racks and a 40 bottle dual zone wine cooler! ** The UPSTAIRS offers an additional 3 guest bedrooms and a full bath plus a giant primary retreat which encompasses half of the upstairs! Entering through the primary BR sitting room - one of the original historic rooms - the original hardwood floors and tall windows make this room feel special. The gas fireplace with remote, gorgeous restored mantle and custom built-in complete this versatile space. The adjacent primary bedroom is highlighted by tall ceilings and original beams. A large walk in closet makes this room truly functional for today's living. The primary bath is a true retreat! Relax in the clawfoot tub with chandelier, or the marble shower with custom mosaic tile details. The well designed space has a double vanity with marble counter (with tons of storage!), a separate linen closet, a private water closet, plus open shelves and a laundry chute! A custom stained glass transom window lights the upstairs hallway. The landing of the original stairs accesses the 2nd floor balcony which is surrounded by beautiful original carved balusters. ** The LOT has been fully utilized with a long driveway for parking 3-4 cars, a large brick paver courtyard featuring a fountain, separate golf cart garage, and a brick walkway around the side. The large rear porch is perfect for a relaxing break listening to the fountain. ** The LOCATION in the Old Commons sections of the Historic District is only 7 blocks to Bay St for waterfront shopping, dining and festivals, a few hundred feet from the famous Tabby Manse home, and faces Reconstruction National Park property. This home is ideally situated in the heart of all Historic Beaufort has to offer! Don't miss your chance to live Modern History!