The iconic Stevens-Lathers antebellum mansion is a celebrated, important property in Charleston, located at the tip of the Peninsula across from White Point Garden. Recently renovated and restored, the improvements are significant and respectful of the home's architecture. Boasting stunning waterfront views of the Ashley River, Ft. Sumter,… Read More and across the Peninsula, this impressive Greek Revival double house was built in the 1840's, a very prosperous period in Charleston, by Samuel Norman Stevens. This home was considered one of the finest mansions built on the Peninsula at the time and has hosted many important gatherings of the Charleston Society from its beginning to the present day.The deep lot includes a beautiful Charleston garden overlooking the original kitchen house and mansion. Originally built as a 3-story 'Neoclassical showpiece' by Stevens, it was later converted in the 1870's by its new owner, Col. Richard Lathers, into a more grandiose residence, adding a library on the new 4th floor and a grand ballroom measuring 25 x 40, detailing the Second Empire style. Most of the 1st- and 2nd-period architecture remains in the plaster cornices, Greek Revival columns, and door surrounds decorated with Anthemia leaves. The sweeping, oval staircase with an Empire Newel post still remains. The property still exists as a residence and an 11-room fully licensed and grandfathered inn, the Battery Carriage Inn. The Stevens-Lathers House is considered a Category 1 property by the City of Charleston and awaits a new steward to live in as a residence or maintain the mixed-use with a Boutique Inn. Read Less
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Listing Snapshot
Days Online
1
Last Updated
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Beds
15
Full Baths
17
Half Bath
2
Square Ft.
15,699
Lot Size
0.38 Acres
Year Built
1843
MLS Number
26025378
30 Days Snapshot Of 29401
$2.96M
+37%
(avg) sold price
12
-40%
homes sold
76
-13%
(avg) days on market
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Additional Details
Building
Built in 1843, 5 stories, Levels: Multi-Story, Architectural style: Traditional, Other structures: Yes, Guest House
Cooling
Central Air
Exterior Features
Garden
Fence
Wrought Iron
Fireplaces
Gas Log, Three +
Floors
Other, Wood
Interior Features
High Ceilings, Family, Formal Living, Great, Study
