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4855 Retriever Road, Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487

$7,375,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 7 Baths: 8.5 Square Footage: 8,109 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 1,044,569 Status: Closed
Current Price: $7,375,000 List Date: 3/01/2026 Last Modified: 8/18/2026

Overview

Description

A timeless deepwater equestrian estate in the heart of the Lowcountry. Privately positioned on nearly 24 acres of permanently conserved land on exclusive Wadmalaw Island, this deep-water equestrian retreat blends timeless architecture with elevated modern amenities. From its bespoke main residence to its state-of-the-art equestrian infrastructure and private deepwater dock, 4855 Retriever Road offers a rare lifestyle--graceful, private, and turnkey. Accessed via a 1.5-mile private drive through native hardwood forest and cypress swamp, the estate reveals itself slowly, framed by a dramatic allee of live oaks that form a natural canopy. Four-board fencing, expansive pastures, and paddocks flank the approach, setting the tone for this sanctuary of quiet sophistication.

Supplements: With over 500 feet of frontage on Bohicket Creek and reliable low-tide depth, the property is a haven for yachting and water recreation. Native wildlife aboundsdeer, wild turkey, herons, and migratory birds animate the serene landscape. Architectural Integrity & Bespoke Construction Charleston-based Cobb Architects, in collaboration with esteeme ...

Listing Details MLS# 25013335

Location, Tax & Legal

Tax Map #
1980000015
Street #
4855
Street Name
Retriever
Street Suffix
Road
County
Charleston
State
SC
Zip Code
29487
Area
24 - Wadmalaw Island
Tax District
Unknown
Subdivision
Rosebank Estates
Elementary School
Frierson
Middle School
Haut Gap
High School
St. Johns
Directions
From Charleston, take Maybank Hwy South, take a left on Swamp Road, then take a left onto Retriever Road. You will see the address on the small marker sign about half a mile down on the right.

Contract Info

Sub-Type
Single Family Detached
MLS List Date
2025-05-14
Total List Price/SqFt
985.94

General Property Info

Primary Structure Full Baths
5
Primary Structure Half Baths
Yes
Primary Structure Beds
4
Total Baths - Full
8
Total Baths - Half
Yes
Total Beds
7
Baths - Total
8.5
Primary Bedroom – Main Level
No
Stories
2
Primary Structure Apx SqFt
6488
Total Apx SqFt
8109
Year Built
2018
Acreage
23.98
Other Structures Y/N
Yes
Potential Short Sale
No
C/R
Yes
HOA Fee
Yes
HOA Frequency
Annually
HOA $
7500

Status Change Info

Sold Date
2026-08-17
Total Sold Price/SqFt
909.48
New Mortgage Type
Cash

Other Structure

Other Structure Type
Guest House
Other Structure Beds
3
Other Structure Full Baths
3
Other Structure Apx SqFt
1621
Other Structure Notes
2Bd/2B Guest House Plus 1Bd/1B Caretakers

Backup Generator Details

Location
For Main House and Carriage House

More Information

Property Features

SqFt Source: Builder/Owner SF Detached Style: Traditional Lot Description: 10+ Acres; Marshfront; Marshview; River Access; Riverfront; Riverview; Tidal Creek; Waterfront - Deep; Wooded Misc Exterior: Balcony; Barn; Boatlift; Dock - Existing; Dock - Floating; Fence - Partial; Fence - Wooden Enclosed; Garden; Patio; Pool - In Ground; Porch - Front Porch; Porch - Screened; Second Garage; Special Yard Lights; Stable; Storm Windows Roof: Metal Exterior: Cement Plank Attic Features: Storage Only Foundation: Crawl Space; Slab Misc Interior: Ceiling - Beamed; Ceiling - Smooth; Ceilings - 9'+; Elevator; Garden Tub/Shower; Kitchen Island; Walk-In Closets; Wet Bar New Owned: Pre-Owned Rooms: Breakfast Room; Game; Laundry; Living/Dining Combo; Media; Office; Pantry; Other (Use Remarks) Primary Bedroom: Ceiling Fan; Garden Tub/Shower; Outside Access; Upstairs; Walk-In Closets Cooling: Central Air Floors: Ceramic Tile; Stone; Stone; Wood Heat: Central; Electric; Heat Pump; Propane Possession: At Closing Showing Instructions: Contact Listing Agent Utility Suppliers: Berkeley Elect Co-Op Special: Flood Insurance; Termite Bond Amenities: Boat Dock; Dock Facilities; Elevators; Exercise Area; Gated; Horses OK; Pool; Security Proposed Financing: Cash; Conventional Loan Assumable: No Green Features: Backup Generator; Tankless Water Heater
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Listing Office: Holcombe Fair & Lane
Last Updated: August - 18 - 2026
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