Different regions of the United States have famous home styles—the Hamptons is widely recognized for its shingle-style homes, Los Angeles has many bold midcentury moderns and Spanish-style houses, and Charleston is especially known for its traditional and colorful row homes. This charmer falls into the latter category, but has its own unique panache at the same time. Perched in a historic Charleston neighborhood for almost 175 years, Robert M. Venning House is asking $4.3 million.
Legend has it that Venning constructed the residence as a wedding present for his son, but it has lived many lives since then. Built in 1845, there are almost two centuries worth of details to be found, starting with the exposed original brick that decorates much of the interior. As is the norm in Charleston, the home is rather narrow but makes up for that in vertical square footage, which can be accessed by the beautiful front staircase wrapped in wallpaper.
Almost 5,000 square feet of playful, industrial-esque design abounds inside, spanning across three floors. Each room has its own personality, but the kitchen is particularly special—the original design and layout from the home’s initial construction still stands, but a stunning renovation brought the functionality to today’s day and age. A central granite island is accompanied by Wolf and Miele appliances, while four beautiful doors open to the home’s backyard. It leads into the gorgeous great room, which features a custom-made wrought iron spiral staircase by artisan Robert Thomas, double height ceilings, and a floor-to-ceilings fireplace.
Moving upstairs to the home’s private spaces, there are four bedrooms and three full bathrooms. An upstairs wraparound terrace, which is a sought-after historic element of some Charleston homes, looks out onto the splendid backyard.
Leslie Turner at Maison Real Estate holds the listing.
