138 & 140 Wentworth Street, Charleston, SC 29401

$3,500,000
5
BD
5
BA
6,442
SqFt
Sold Price
$3,500,000
List Price
$3,999,000
Status
Closed
MLS#
20028510
Closing Date
Nov 15, 2021
Year Built
1840
Style
Villa
Living Area
6,442
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
5
Full-baths
5
Subdivision
Harleston Village
Master Bedroom
Dual Masters, Garden Tub/Shower, Sitting Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
Acres
0.55

Property Description

A unique opportunity to purchase a piece of storied history. The Kerrison House, later known as Villa De La Fontaine, was built circa 1840 and restored in the 1970s. New England architect Russell Warren, a relative of Nathaniel Russel, designed the home and rear bathhouse. The grand residence sits back from the street and welcomes you with a semicircular driveway and front facing portico supported by columns with Temple of the Winds capitals. A descendant of the original merchant-owner, Miss Marguerite Kerrsion left the estate to the Episcopal Church of South Carolina who maintained the home as the diocesan office until 1971. Sold in a private bid to respected designers Fontaine & Hancock, the property once again became a private residence. The new owners meticulously renovated the home,roof, gardens, and driveway. Famed Charleston ironsmith Philip Simmons was commissioned to create the ornate gate and fence situated along the front property line. One of the largest pieces of land in Harleston Village, this estate includes over 6,400 square feet of living space, an attached kitchen house, converted bath house apartment, two story garage, and old world style gardens. Detailed plaster moulding , original hardwood flooring, and Greek Revival details grace the home throughout. The impressive home includes a grand foyer, music room, library, formal living room, dining room, breakfast room, elegant spiral staircase, landings, a butler's pantry, kitchen, numerous bedrooms, and private balconies. The property is fully enclosed, providing security and privacy. The front of the estate can be accessed by an electric swinging gate or the coded pedestrian gate. Historical and contemporary walls surround the perimeter of the home, saltwater spa pool, and additional outbuildings. The name Villa De La Fontaine was given to this stunning residence when it was admitted to the Tourist House Association of America in 1978. Esteemed guests such as the Guggenheim family, dignitaries, and civic groups frequented the Villa during the last 45 years of its residency.

Additional Information

Levels
Two, Multi-Story
Lot Description
.5 - 1 Acre
Interior Features
Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Garden Tub/Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Bonus, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Great, Media, In-Law Floorplan, Office, Pantry, Separate Dining, Study, Utility
Construction
Stucco, Wood Siding
Floors
Wood
Roof
Metal
Heating
Electric
Exterior Features
Balcony
Foundation
Crawl Space
Parking
2 Car Garage, Detached, Off Street
Elementary School
Memminger
Middle School
Courtenay
High School
Burke

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Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Bryan Thompson from Listing Office: AgentOwned Realty Charleston Group. 843-769-5100

Selling Office: A House in the South Realty.