Herlong Architects and Interiors by Herlong designed this stunning beach house retreat located in Breach Inlet on Sullivan’s Island, South Carolina. This dwelling was sited to maximize the location, boasting views from every direction.

Throughout the interior and exterior of this home, the team created opportunities for relaxing, working and entertaining. Each bedroom has its own private porch to enjoy a cup of coffee as you watch the morning sunrise or sip on a delicious glass of wine while watching the sunset.

DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT Herlong Architects DESIGNER Interiors By Herlong BUILDER Phillip Smith General Contractor

The residence surrounds a larger entertaining area where visiors can relax by the pool or escape the sun in the elevated plunge pool. The porches and pools are also heated to ensure year-round enjoyment of these fabulous outdoor spaces.

This Pinnacle Award home encompasses 5,125 square feet of living space with five bedrooms and six-and-a-half bathrooms. Located on the Intracoastal Waterway on Sullivan’s Island, this dwelling boasts rare views of both the ocean out the front and the Intracoastal Waterway out the back.

What We Love: This Sullivan’s Island beach house getaway is an ideal retreat for anyone looking for a tranquil escape. With its amazing views, expansive outdoor living areas, and luxurious amenities, this fabulous beach house is the perfect getaway. Interior living spaces were designed to provide a warm and inviting atmosphere to relax and unwind. The beautiful design of this home speaks to a lifestyle that is sure to be a cherished retreat for its inhabitants for years to come.

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The homeowners are avid art collectors and desired a custom, artisanal approach to the finish selections throughout their home. This included built-ins of reclaimed pecky cypress, custom cabinets, hand painted tiles and hand-applied venetian plaster wall finishes that celebrate the art of fine craftsmanship and skilled artisans. Custom stone paneling was designed to match wood shiplap in the owner’s bathroom.

With the perfect balance of natural light, luxurious design elements and the ability to be able to enjoy the outdoors, this home is truly a wonderful escape.

Above: The expansive kitchen has all of the necessary amenities for the chef of the house to whip up delicious meals for family get-togethers.  

Above: This warm and inviting great room is the hub of the house with its comfortable furnishings, fireplace and large windows. 

Above: In the owner’s bathroom, a versatile “wet room” includes a shower space and freestanding tub enclosed by glass. In the bathroom hallway is an antique chest.

This dwelling offers the ultimate in island living, with ocean sunrises view out the front doors and unforgettable sunset views from the backyard, along with a short jaunt to get to the beach.

Above: A covered outdoor living area with a fire pit for entertaining overlooks lush landscaping, a swimming pool and beyond to the water.

In addition to a magnificent view, the backyard boasts a sumptuous pool, expansive porches with built-in heaters and a large boat dock. For the covered porches there are electronic screen systems that, at the touch of a button, can make outdoor living spaces enjoyable for year-round use.

PHOTOGRAPHER Julia Lynn