$3,350,000

Custom-built by the celebrated JD Smith, this plantation-style residence on Daniel Island's most storied street is a masterwork of Lowcountry living at its finest. Set on a commanding 0.31-acre corner lot, the home announces itself with a stately brick facade, soaring white columns, and wraparound double porches -- the kind of architecture that stops you before you even step inside. A herringbone brick walkway draws you toward the arched mahogany entry, where the story truly begins. Cross the threshold and you're welcomed by a hand-laid brick foyer that gives way to gleaming heart pine hardwood floors -- a thread of warmth that flows through the entire home. The formal rooms that flank the entry speak to an era of intentional design: a richly appointed library and a gracious dining room.Each anchored by its own gas fireplace and opening to the front porch through French doors. Intricate trim work, custom millwork, and thoughtful details at every turn reveal that no corner of this home was left unconsidered.The gourmet kitchen is nothing short of a chef's dream made beautiful. Viking and Wolf professional appliances sit beneath a dramatic custom range hood -- timeless and impeccably selected. The primary suite on the main floor is a true retreat -- private, spacious, and serene -- with access to the side porch, his and her closets, and a spa-caliber en suite, a glass-enclosed walk-in shower, and a freestanding soaking tub that sets the tone for unhurried mornings. Upstairs, a sweeping media room paneled floor to ceiling in rich wood could just as easily serve as a magnificent guest suite. A second primary suite commands the hallway beyond, opening onto the front porch with views that stretch across the neighborhood, and offering its own en suite with a freestanding tub and walk-in glass shower. A third en suite bedroom and a second laundry room complete the upper level, thoughtfully designed for guests and family alike. An attached two-car garage with an automatic overhead storage lift offers the kind of thoughtful utility that discerning buyers appreciate -- generous capacity, beautifully organized, and entirely out of sight. Step outside into what may be the home's most magical chapter: a private courtyard that feels worlds away from the everyday. A tiered stone fountain sets a tranquil rhythm, and vibrant Japanese maples offer seasonal color against the manicured greenery. The covered pavilion -- with its outdoor kitchen, Viking grill, custom cabinetry, and brick fireplace -- is an entertainer's sanctuary as much as a personal escape. A newly installed turf lawn in the rear adds a lush, low-maintenance finishing touch. And then there is the view. Across the street, the award-winning Beresford Creek Golf Course unfolds in vivid green, with glassy pond waters catching the light at dusk. Sunsets here are spectacular -- warm and soft, painting the sky over the course in a palette that no filter can improve. Mornings bring their own quiet beauty: a dewy stillness that makes waking up an event worth savoring. Location adds yet another layer of distinction. This lot sits among the closest and most convenient to Daniel Island Club's world-class tennis and pickleball courts, fitness studios, and resort-style pool complex -- walkable without a second thought. The required social membership unlocks a lifestyle unto itself: casual and fine dining, an elegant clubhouse, and a calendar full of programming and community that makes it easy to feel at home from day one. Sports and golf memberships bring even more of the island's renowned amenities within reach. Every detail, from the original craftsmanship to the thoughtful updates, reflects a standard of care rarely found and even more rarely replicated. 659 Island Park Drive is not simply a house to be purchased. It is a home to be experienced, a life to be stepped into. Schedule your private showing today. Buyer to pay a one-time neighborhood enhancement fee of 0.5% of the sales price to the Daniel Island Community Fund at closing.