Elite Traveler Winter 2020

69 Church Street Charleston, South Carolina

A unique property with oodles of personality and charm, this Category 1 Georgian double house is situated on a grand estate in Charleston, South Carolina. It has been owned by only three families in the last 150 years and has never been on the open market before. The seven-bedroom home was first built in 1745, and the sublime interiors reflect both the Georgian and Federal periods. The main house has a whimsical ballroom, cypress paneled library, 15 fireplaces with King of Prussia marble surrounds and a centrally located stair hall that rises up through the four floors. The kitchen building is connected to the main house and has a period-style kitchen and den, two bedrooms and full baths. There is an enchanting ‘secret garden’ that is hidden away behind towering podocarpus and reveals a large oval pool set among the flourishing gardens with Gothic-Revival-inspired outhouses. $9.5m. Contact Leslie Turner, broker in charge, leslie@maisonchs.com, +1 843 367 3722, maisonchs.com 72-170 Ke Alaula Street Kailua-Kona, Hawaii You’ll find Kailua-Kona on the west coast (or Kona Side) of Hawaii Island. A formerly sleepy coastal town, it is now a vibrant spot with a royal history. This four-bedroom home is situated on a peaceful cul-de-sac within the Hualālai Resort and is perfect for those seeking extra privacy: The property lies beyond a gated entrance and rock-wall enclosure that surrounds the perimeter. Upon entering through the gates, there is a roundabout courtyard with an entry pavilion and a blue rock lava walkway. The property is split between the main house and two standalone guest cottages. The master bedroom and a guest bedroom with outdoor shower can be found in the main house, along with the great room and an office/media room. The great room and master bedroom look out onto an expansive lawn, large pool and spa. There’s a barbecue station, sunset pavilion and covered lanai with an alfresco dining setup and spectacular ocean views. $8.95m. Contact Rob Kildow, principal broker, rkildow@hualalairesort.com, +1 800 983 3880, hualalairesort.com

This grand estate in South Carolina has a ‘secret garden’

This Hawaiian home has peaceful views of the ocean