Stretched languidly along the banks of the Beaufort River and the Intracoastal Waterway is Beaufort, SC – the Queen of the Sea Islands. With thirteen feet of water at low tide, Lucy Creek is a sparkling jewel in her crown. And nestled on an acre and a half alongside Lucy Creek – complete with a spacious, impeccably renovated home, a guest house, and a greenhouse – the estate known as Casa Luna is an indisputable gem.

In 1964, a local military physician and orchid enthusiast, Amio Hewlett, built what would be one of only a few private homes on Lucy Creek Drive, known as Colonel’s Row. He named his estate Casa Luna in honor of the moon that cast its shimmering glow over the waters of Lucy Creek at Spring Tide. There, happily ensconced with his greenhouses on one of the highest bluffs in Beaufort County, Dr. Hewlett cultivated his prizewinning orchids.

Upon entering the estate today, you’ll pass a new greenhouse overlooking a koi pond, adjacent to the 600 sq. ft. guest cottage with one bedroom, one full bath, and an attached workshop/garage. The drive then winds its way back toward the main house, and you encounter your first glimpse of beautiful Lucy Creek, just peeking through the oaks.

In 1992, the original ranch style house got a substantial facelift. What stands today is a handsome, 4000 sq. ft., Southern contemporary two-story home. Virtually every room of this gracious, easy-flowing house boasts a view of either the expansive garden or the water, offering a classic backdrop for casual or formal entertaining… a romantic setting for a quiet conversation or a glass of wine. Guests often comment on the ease with which Casa Luna accommodates large, boisterous parties, while still providing cozy spaces for intimate conversation nearby… all at the same time!

The house has three bedrooms, 3 full baths, a powder room, a family room, formal dining room, and four fireplaces, one of which is gas operated. The master bedroom boasts a sitting room annex. The wonderful kitchen features Viking, SubZero and Asko appliances and custom made pine countertops built from reclaimed pine over 100 years old.

The counters are bordered by a handpainted Dutch tile back splash, and the kitchen affords a lovely view of the garden and fountain. The butler’s pantry has its own dishwasher, refrigerator, and SubZero wine refrigerator.

Special outdoor features include a patio, a screened porch, fencing, over thirteen feet of deep water at dead low tide at the end of a “sip or two” dock, and, perhaps the most winning feature of all – extraordinary privacy. But don’t worry about feeling isolated. Casa Luna is only a short drive from Historic Downtown Beaufort, with all its great shopping, galleries, museums and restaurants. This truly exceptional property is offered at $1,875,000.