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The circa 1860 Webster-Petigru House at 202 S Hickory is an impeccably restored historic landmark with a spectacular new addition of indoor and outdoor living space.Along with the guesthouse and garage, the main house is perfectly positioned within one acre garden for maximum privacy. Pristine and carefully maintained, no expense was spared in this solid restoration which was a collaboration of Douglas Boyce's architectural vision and the owners' respect for tradition and sense of style. Together they have created a manageable estate property that is enduring and gracious. The restoration project won the prestigious Historic Preservation Society Award. The 1860's main house is remarkably intact with heart pine floors, 13 foot ceilings, tall 6 over 6 windows, fireplaces in every room, columned, deep front porch, and large airy rooms of lovely proportions and balance. There is a wide central hallway that connects the formal living room, dining room and library to the 32'x22' kitchen/family room additionit is stunning, state-of-the-art space. All bedrooms have extra large bathrooms and walkin closets, with the master on the first floor in a separate wing with windows on three sides overlooking the gardens. There is a cozy guest cottage with its own address, driveway, brick patio and garden. Two blocks away - by sidewalk - is the village center with charming shops, restaurants, playhouse theater, and the oldest pharmacy/soda fountain in South Carolina. This highly desirable property is an outstanding value with its unique Charleston/Summerville provenance, "walking" location, structural integrity, and innovative additionclick on the photo to see a complete list of renovations, floor plan, history, and feature article from Architecture and Design.