Retreat from the busy city life to this stunning custom home and property in Awendaw! Imagine being only minutes from Mount Pleasant and Charleston, beaches and barrier islands, but being surrounded by lovely, mature and private landscape on a serene pond.This home boasts an array of premium finishes, refined craftsmanship, and a thoughtful open floor plan layout. Step inside the home of your dreams from the large front porch with bronze fans, into an inviting foyer and great room showcasing timeless charm with custom high-end design, including an antique gas fireplace mantle with imported Italian tiles on surround, 12' ceilings, engineered hardwood flooring, pre-wired for surround sound, and an uninterrupted view of the patio and pond as your backdrop.Any seasoned chef would love to entertain in the sophisticated kitchen with built-in stainless steel appliances which include a recently-updated wall air fryer and oven combo, as well as the gas cooktop and refrigerator, dishwasher, plentiful custom millwork cabinets, granite countertops, and ample seating at the raised counter space/bar and lovely keeping room. Custom interior French doors lead you into an artsy nichearea and the sizeable pantry for even more convenience. The large, secluded Owner's suite has terrific views of the pond with lovely gardenias right outside your windows! The suite includes 10' ceilings and engineered hard wood floors. Gorgeous tilework dominates the huge bathroom with storage galore offering more custom cabinetry/granite, amazing deep jetted tub, and huge separate shower, two sinks, and separate water closet and a very spacious owner's closet. And surprise! There is a large, deep linen closet across from the shower! Two additional, large, carpeted bedrooms are located on the opposite side of the home, each with deep closet space and 10' ceilings. A well-appointed bathroom is situated between these two bedrooms to provide comfort and privacy for either guests or family. Surprise again! Another deep linen closet is included. Originally planned as a formal dining area, the owners have utilized this sun-filled space off the kitchen and great room as an office easily accommodating two large desks. The sizeable laundry room near the powder room and exit to garage has a convenient sink, as well as an abundance of more custom cabinets. If you need even more space, head up the generous staircase to the FROG for an extra place to unwind, work out, watch football, or host more guests! In addition, the 2-car garage is more than ample for storage beyond just your vehicles. An extra closet holds the water treatment system that is ideal for optimum water quality, golf clubs, etc. Situated on 1.72 acres of picturesque, natural landscaped beauty, the home is perfectly designed to maximize its private and quiet setting. Refreshing sea breezes can be enjoyed from the nearby Intracoastal Waterway on the backyard patio and front porch. Spend quality time watching wildlife from your screened-in back porch, tend to your backyard garden off the patio, or drop a line in the pond for a fun catch! Awendaw and its quiet coastal tranquility offers plenty of outdoor experiences like Awendaw Green Barn Jams at the Outpost, youth soccer fields, Buck Hall Rec area/boat ramp, Garris Landing boat ramp/Bulls island Ferry, easy access to the Francis Marion National Forest with its associated bike and hiking trails, and Twin Ponds Rifle Range. Come take a tour and see why this home and Awendaw are the best "secret" worth keeping!