From 1860 to 1956, this building served as a grocery store and was a retail landmark in Charleston for nearly a century. The store was founded in 1860 by Diedrich William Ohlandt, who came to this country from Hanover, Germany.
A View of 42 Meeting from the Street
The store imported its own black and green teas from the Orient, and blended them into Ohlandt’s own brand. Another specialty of the store was a blend of pure Mocha and Java coffee. Many locals say they can still remember the aromas of the roasting beans.
The store also carried such Lowcountry delicacies as tiny pickled shrimp and cabbage-heart pickles, long before these items became known to the general grocery trade.
Front Entrance
The most famous asset of Ohlandt’s store was its customer service and delivery. A clerk would go by horse and buggy each morning to a customer’s house, take orders for the day, and return their groceries later in the evening. Mr. Ohlandt kept keys to most of his customer’s houses so that he could easy deliver groceries, even when no one was home. In the summer months, when many families moved to the cooler mountains or their beach houses, Mr. Ohlandt paid the servants and charged the payment to the homeowner’s store account.
Office and Elevator on First Floor
The vestibule and office were created by removing the powder room under the stairway, as well as removing the mechanics and laundry room from the current office area. The elevator is programmed to park upstairs while not in use.
Kitchen and Living Room
The rear wall of the original building ran across the room above. You can see where the old wall would have been, along the beam that now ends at the range exhaust hood (pictured above). Behind this wall was a storage room that was later incorporated into the kitchen.
All information above was provided by the current homeowners and the Preservation Society of Charleston. This home was featured in the latter’s “Charleston’s Cosmopolitan Legacy” tour.
A recent addition to the Charleston market, Lindsay Malanos’ 4181 Victory Pointe Drive is an incredible oasis just past the Isle of Palms.
This shared pier has new dock, floater, and aluminum gangway with a separate boat-lift capable of lifting 10,000 pounds.
The kitchen features marble counter-tops, custom-made cabinetry, and top-of-the-line appliances by Jenn Air.
Dining and kitchen area offer large gathering space and access to an outside porch.
This home has spacious bedrooms throughout the entirety, three downstairs, with a master bedroom and a potential fifth bedroom upstairs (below).
The upstairs office includes outside deck access, a walk in closet, and a full bathroom.
Multiple porches for privacy within one’s own home, perfect for outdoor relaxation.
Spectacular views of Porcher’s Creek, the Intracoastal Waterway, and Isle of Palms.
For full details about the property, visit our website here. This gorgeous house surely won’t be on the market long!
Considering Charleston is right on the coast, it should come as no surprise that the amount of waterfront properties in the area is on the rise and more popular than ever. Thanks to a vast number of beautiful rivers, lakes, and ocean views, the Lowcountry is certainly one of the best spots for homebuyers looking for both cityscapes and natural surroundings. Check out some of our exclusively listed waterfront properties below!
Each mantel-piece in the list below offers extremely unique details, not commonplace to the historic homes of Downtown Charleston and the surrounding areas of the Lowcountry. From gas to wood-burning, each of the fireplaces below comes with a story of incredible craftsmanship. Whether you’re an architecture buff, or you just enjoy these practical works of art, the list below is sure to leave you inspired and in awe!
May 5th
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The 2018 Charleston Dragon Boat Festival will take place at Brittlebank Park on Saturday, May 5th. If you’re not able to participate on a team this year, remember that all cancer survivors are able to participate free of charge. For more information and ticketing, visit the Dragon Boat Charleston website. Jessica Bizzell–mother of Carriage Properties’ Receptionist/Administrative Assistant Kaycee Houge–was a team member during the 2014-2016 race seasons. Bizzell states that “being a part of Dragon Boat Charleston was both a workout and like being part of a new family.” Although every dragon boat paddler has his/her own reason for joining, she admitted that “as a survivor, paddling provided an outlet to blow off steam. All of the repressed anger and unanswered questions [that came with the cancer diagnosis] were left out on the water.”
May 11th
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Friday Night Boogie is back at the Mount Pleasant Pier this summer, starting May 11th. Participants must be age 21 or older, and will have the opportunity to dance to some of our favorite oldies. Get your tickets here, and visit the Charleston County Parks website for full event information.
May 11th – 13th
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Be sure to visit the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church for their annual Charleston Greek Festival, set for the weekend of May 11th through 13th. Enjoy authentic Greek food, wine, music, and more at 30 Race Street. For more information including a schedule of events and a brief history of the church, visit the CGF website here.
May 12th
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Get ready to dance, because Shaggin’ on the Cooper is back on the Mount Pleasant Pier, starting May 12th with the Shem Creek Boogie Band. Online registration ends at midnight on the day before each Shaggin’ event. Check out the Charleston County Parks’ event website for details on registration and purchasing tickets.
May 26th
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The big Atlantic Cup race to New York will start at 12pm on Saturday, May 26th from the Charleston Maritime Center. For the best views, go to the park next to the Maritime Center at the corner of Inspection and Wharfside Streets. The Atlantic Cup website has a full schedule of events, plus information on the teams and where to see the fleet in the days before the race.
May 25th – June 10th
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Spoleto Festival USA will be back in Charleston from May 25th through June 10th. Don’t miss out on incredible performances and installations from some of the most talented artists. Visit the Spoleto Festival website for details on how to volunteer, sponsor, and donate, as well as a full schedule of events.
The 17th-century Italian term “piazza” translates to “open space,” which is certainly the best way to describe these wrap-around porches. Built to help residents beat the infamous Charleston heat, the piazzas of our beautiful city are both pleasing to the eye, as well as practical.
Below are a few of the most gorgeous piazzas from our properties, both past and present.
On April 24th, the Charleston Trident Association of Realtors will be holding their annual luncheon for a select few agents who have gone above and beyond in terms of sales. Depending on just how much an agent has sold, he or she fits into one of the following categories:
While there are more categories for agents who deal with commercial sales and property management, and education requirements not listed, the “circles” listed above are extremely prestigious and not easy to get into. The Carriage Properties office is incredibly proud of our agents who have worked hard to be named a Realtor of Distinction for 2017.
Charles Sullivan
Alton Brown
Justin Thomas
Lindsay Malanos
Barry Kalinsky
Judy Tarleton
Melinda Laurens
Carriage Properties will be sponsoring this year’s Gibbes Street Party on May 3rd, 2018. The event will be held from 7:30pm – 10pm on the street in front of the Gibbes Museum.
Food and drinks provided by Butcher & Bee, The Warehouse, Edmund’s Oast, and more! The chefs participating in this year’s Street Party will be creating dishes inspired by spring color trends, matching the “Paint Your Palette” theme.
Gibbes Street Party, 2014. Pictured L to R: Justin Thomas, Lynn Hanlin, Olin Chamberlain, Thomas Bennett, Kristy Nobles, Laurie Tarleton, and Judy Tarleton.
Carriage Properties agent Laurie Tarleton, a frequent attendee of this annual event, calls the Gibbes Street Party the “BEST party of the year…Great crowd, great food, great fun!” She states that the Street Party is “a wonderful way to give back to a museum that gives [the community] so much.”
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Tickets are available here, and are priced at $150 for Museum Members and $175 for Non-Members. Although attendance may be a bit pricey for this event, it is well worth it as all proceeds benefit the Gibbes Museum of Art.
For more information and a full calendar of museum events, visit the Gibbes Museum website.
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The Hat Ladies’ Easter Promenade
Celebrate Easter a day early with the Hat Ladies as they take over the streets of Downtown Charleston. The walk starts at 11am on Broad Street (between Meeting and East Bay).
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Easter Egg Hunt @ Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens will be holding their 9th annual Easter Egg Hunts. To see a full schedule of hunt times, visit the Magnolia Plantation website here. It is suggested that all visitors show up an hour before their given hunt time.
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Spring Garden Strolls & Wine Tasting @ Middleton Place
Visit the gardens at Middleton Place and enjoy the finest wines of Italy. Light snacks will be provided. Tickets are available here.
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Protect What You Love: Sea Turtle Conservation
Join the Kiawah Conservancy at 11am to learn about the South Carolina Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Care Center, watch a sea turtle documentary, and see how the Kiawah Turtle Patrol assists with sea turtle preservation. For full details, visit the Conservancy website.
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Flowertown Festival
Visit Summerville for the 46th Flowertown Festival, featuring 200 U.S. artists, delicious local food, and more. The festival is free to attend. Hosted by the Summerville YMCA, visit the website for more information.
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Cooper River Bridge Run
If you haven’t yet registered for the 5k, tickets have not yet sold out and may be purchased here. If you will not be participating, be sure to prepare for traffic setbacks.
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Lowcountry Cajun Festival
A 12pm-6pm event at the James Island County Park featuring the best Cajun and Creole foods including classic jambalaya and alligator. Hear some fun live music by Shrimp City Slim, and Jeffery Broussard & the Creole Cowboys. The festival is $15 per person. For more information, check out the Charleston County Parks site.
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The Charleston Symphony Orchestra presents Beethoven’s Seventh
The Charleston Symphony Orchestra brings Beethoven to the Lowcountry during this much anticipated performance, which starts at 7:30pm. Visit the Gaillard Center website to purchase tickets and view a full schedule of events.
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Battle of Charleston Re-enactment
Visit Legare Farms on April 14th and 15th to see the 14th Annual Battle of Charleston. The 2018 event will be a timeline of American history including the Pirate era, American Revolutionary War, the Civil War, World War I, World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. Tickets can be purchased here.
It seems that March showers bring April flowers in 2018, thanks to a healthy mixture of rainy days, sunshine, and much dreaded pollen. With the coming of the Spring Equinox this week, Charleston’s most luxuriant greenscapes are in full bloom.
Here are 10 of our favorite plots of nature in the Lowcountry:
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