About 4020 Betsy Kerrison, Johns Island, South Carolina, 29455
Exquisite Waterfront Estate on 23.75 Acres - A True Lowcountry Masterpiece - Welcome to an unparalleled retreat nestled on 23.75 pristine acres along the picturesque Bohicket Creek. A sanctuary of luxury and serenity, this custom-built estate offers breathtaking waterfront views and extraordinary craftsmanship, making it one of the most remarkable properties in the Charleston area. This extraordinary enclave offers an unmatched blend of privacy and natural beauty. With 400 feet of deepwater frontage along Bohicket Creek and 390 feet of frontage on Betsy Kerrison Parkway, this masterpiece is a rare opportunity to own a secluded waterfront retreat just minutes from historic Charleston.Custom built in 2007, Architect, T.O. Doggett, brought this home to life with design-forward, architecturally inspired features while using building materials able to withstand our coastal environment. Exceptional craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail define this home, featuring insulated concrete form (ICF) and steel walls on a solid slab foundation, enhanced with closed-cell foam insulation for superior energy efficiency and durability. A standing seam metal roof and high impact custom Marvin windows and doors make this home incredibly resilient. The home underwent a meticulous renovation in 2019, elevating it to modern luxury standards while preserving its timeless elegance. Spanning 7,721 square feet, the home features four spacious bedrooms, five full baths, and two half baths, along with a private office with a walk-in safe, a large upper-level media room, and a custom floating staircase that enhances the home's sophisticated design. Ample gallery-style wall space throughout the home provides the perfect backdrop to showcase your art collection. The expansive great room showcases a vaulted Douglas Fir ceiling and breathtaking panoramic views of the marsh and Bohicket Creek. Floor-to-ceiling windows and doors seamlessly connect the indoors to the spacious Ipe decks, and features views of a serene koi pond with a recirculating water feature, as well as the pool. This space is perfect for entertaining or quiet relaxation. The chef's kitchen, completely remodeled in 2019, offers high-end appliances, custom cabinetry, and a spacious adjacent laundry room with a sink and catering prep area, ensuring both function and style. The oversized dining room features a coffered ceiling and has a gallery wall with lit niches for displaying your art collection. The first-floor primary suite is a true retreat, with French doors opening directly onto the Ipe deck and pool area, offering stunning vistas of the river, marsh, and majestic live oaks. The luxurious primary bath was reimagined and redesigned with the finest finishes. Designed for both comfort and innovation, the home is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including a whole-house Lutron lighting system and a whole-house Sonos audio system. Security and efficiency are paramount, with a Kohler 60kW whole-house generator (installed May 2023), three Rinnai tankless water heaters, and five recently updated HVAC systems (2019-2024). The home also features Comcast 1-Gig high-speed internet, cable, and telephone service, ensuring seamless connectivity. A side-entry three-car garage includes a workshop and an EV charging station (240V, 50A), blending modern convenience with practicality. The outdoor living spaces are truly breathtaking, designed to capture the essence of Lowcountry elegance. An Ipe deck surrounds the resort-style pool, while a custom koi pond with a stream and waterfall enhances the tranquil ambiance. A fenced backyard provides additional privacy and a custom dock with a covered pierhead and a 40-foot deepwater floating dock provides effortless water access, complete with a 5-foot-wide, golf cart-accessible walkway equipped with power and water. Ideal for boating enthusiasts, this prime location offers unrestricted access with no bridge limitations, proximity to Bohicket
Room Type : Breakfast Room, Family, Foyer, Great, Laundry, Office, Pantry, Separate Dining, Utility
Master Bedroom Features : Ceiling Fan(s), Multiple Closets, Outside Access, Walk-In Closet(s)
Utilities : Berkeley Elect Co-Op, John IS Water Co
Water Source : Public, Well
Sewer Source : Septic Tank
Community Features : Elevators, Gated, Pool, Security
3 Total Parking
Parking Features : 3 Car Garage, Attached
Garage On Property.
3 Garage Spaces
Attached Garage On Property.
Security Features : Security System
Fencing : Partial
Accessibility Features: Handicapped Equipped
Exterior Features: Dock - Existing, Dock - Floating, Lawn Irrigation, Lawn Well, Rain Gutters, Lighting
Lot Features : 10+ Acres, High, Wooded
Roof : Metal
Waterfront Features : Marshfront, Pond, River Access, River Front, Waterfront - Deep
Patio And Porch Features : Deck
Architectural Style : Contemporary
Private Pool on Property
Pool Features : In Ground
Waterfront on Property
Cooling in Property
Cooling: Central Air
Heating in Property
Heating : Heat Pump
Foundation Details: Slab
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Family, Entrance Foyer, Great, Office, Pantry, Separate Dining, Utility
Fireplace Features: Den, Other, Two
Fireplaces Total : 2
Levels : One and One Half
Window Features : Storm Window(s), Skylight(s), Window Treatments
Door Features : Storm Door(s)
Laundry Features : Laundry Room
Room Type : Breakfast Room, Family, Foyer, Great, Laundry, Office, Pantry, Separate Dining, Utility
Master Bedroom Features : Ceiling Fan(s), Multiple Closets, Outside Access, Walk-In Closet(s)
Utilities : Berkeley Elect Co-Op, John IS Water Co
Water Source : Public, Well
Sewer Source : Septic Tank
Community Features : Elevators, Gated, Pool, Security
3 Total Parking
Parking Features : 3 Car Garage, Attached
Garage On Property.
3 Garage Spaces
Attached Garage On Property.
Security Features : Security System
Fencing : Partial
Accessibility Features: Handicapped Equipped
Exterior Features: Dock - Existing, Dock - Floating, Lawn Irrigation, Lawn Well, Rain Gutters, Lighting
Lot Features : 10+ Acres, High, Wooded
Roof : Metal
Waterfront Features : Marshfront, Pond, River Access, River Front, Waterfront - Deep
Patio And Porch Features : Deck
Architectural Style : Contemporary
Private Pool on Property
Pool Features : In Ground
Waterfront on Property
Cooling in Property
Cooling: Central Air
Heating in Property
Heating : Heat Pump
Foundation Details: Slab
Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted, Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Family, Entrance Foyer, Great, Office, Pantry, Separate Dining, Utility
Fireplace Features: Den, Other, Two
Fireplaces Total : 2
Levels : One and One Half
Window Features : Storm Window(s), Skylight(s), Window Treatments
Door Features : Storm Door(s)
Laundry Features : Laundry Room

Street Address: 4020 Betsy Kerrison
City: Johns Island
State: South Carolina
Postal Code: 29455
County: Charleston
Directions: From Charleston, Folly Road To Maybank Road, Left Onto Betsy Kerrison (also Know As Main Road And Bohicket Road), The Home Is Approximately 8.3 Miles And Is Located On The Right. There Is A Private Gate With An Area To Pull Into The Drive As You Await Access.

Property Information :
Listing Status: Active
Size: 7,721 Sqft
Lot Size: 23.75 Acres
MLS #: 25008077
Bedrooms: 4 bd
Bathrooms: 5 ba
Price: $6,700,000
Construction Status: Built in 2007
Last Modified : Aug 26 2025 9:50PM
Amenities :
Pool
Fireplace

Courtesy of: Marjorie Stephenson, Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty (MLS# 1214)
Source MLS: CTMLS