CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
PULLING RANK ON SULLIVAN’S ISLAND Steeped in history and in the shadow
of the Sullivan’s Island lighthouse is an address that leads coastal living in a new direction. Most of the island consists of beach houses, old and new, large and small, but condos here are a rare commodity. The Officers’ Quarters is a collec-
tion of six exquisite condos carefully carved from what was once the Army’s bachelor officers’ quarters. Built on the grounds of Fort Moultrie in the early days of the 20th century, the quarters included spacious porches to catch the ubiquitous sea breezes, large windows, pressed metal ceilings and a central staircase. Heart pine floors and fireplac- es and intricate details befitting officers were the order of the day, and all have been lovingly preserved and are part of
The Officers’ Quarters actually
served as bachelor officers’ quarters for soldiers stationed on
Sullivan’s Island.
the new layout. The smallest unit at The Officers’
Quarters, just under 1,000 square feet, is situated on the main floor, while the largest offers four floors of luxury living and comes in at nearly 4,000 square feet. Price tags range from $895,000 to more than $2 million.
... developers are creating vibrant living spaces in older buildings. ...
These one-of-a-kind residences,
which preserved as much as possible from the original building, include original and new hardwood floors, refurbished historic windows, original staircases and, in two of the units, tin ceilings. Modern conveniences such as granite and marble countertops, gas
Wide porches catch the ocean breezes at The Officers’ Quarters.
fireplaces and built-in cabinets blend seamlessly with the original bits of his- tory. High-end appliances and modern plumbing simply add to the perfection of these homes. Owners will have more than a lovely island home nestled among the shade
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