October 2, 2026 – Mount Pleasant, SC
Cover Home Exclusive | Every once in a while, a structure rises above its purpose and becomes something more than a place to inhabit. 700 Stucco Lane is one such property, showcasing the highest caliber of finishes available, thoughtful design and cutting-edge technology. Designed by Julie O’Connor of American Vernacular and built in 2024 by Trellis Residential, this extraordinary enclave redefines what luxury living in Mount Pleasant can be.
Three fully separate residences totaling 6,116 heated square feet, combining six bedrooms and six and a half baths, are enclosed within a private, walled luxury compound tucked behind custom mahogany entry gates. Together, the estate equates to approximately $882 per heated square foot.The property sits on a corner lot bordered by protected green space and a historic marker, offering a rare degree of privacy. This is not a spec home built with an eye toward resale; it was built as the builder’s own personal residence, with every material, finish, and detail selected without compromise. The result is a home that doesn’t just compete with the market, it redefines it. There is nothing else like it.
It starts at the front door: a custom 8′ wide by 9′ tall mahogany entrance that gives way to a staircase unlike any other, rising three full stories in open-tread white oak and glass beneath soaring ceilings. Every element reflects an uncompromising level of craft: polished khaki concrete floors, custom millwork, and eight uniquely designed vaulted ceilings throughout that culminate in a dramatic hallway of three groin vaults leading to the main-level guest suite.
The open-concept kitchen, living, and dining spaces flow together beneath walls of oversized Sierra Pacific windows that allow natural light to stream in. The kitchen is nothing short of a showpiece, crowned by a soaring 23′ vaulted ceiling with custom white oak and textured linen paneled cabinetry, 1.2cm Caesarstone porcelain waterfall countertops, a Wi-Fi-enabled 48″ Thermador gas range, built-in espresso machine, wine column, paneled JennAir refrigerator, and a scullery finished with a custom marsh scene mural under soft architectural lighting. The U-shaped breakfast nook seats seven; the open kitchen and dining area, eighteen. An 85″ Samsung Frame TV and Totem in-wall surround sound complete a space made for gathering. The main level guest suite offers a private sanctuary of its own, set apart from the rest of the home by that same dramatic sequence of three groin vaults.
Inside, a soaring shiplap ceiling and oversized windows and doors overlook the pool, giving guests a sense of true separation without ever leaving the main house. For those who work from home, a private home office offers its own dedicated entrance through a custom Sapele mahogany door, along with custom floating Tigerwood desks, bespoke Japandi bookcases, and a full ensuite bath, offering a true work-from-home retreat.
Upstairs, the primary suite is a retreat unto itself: a private sitting porch, tigerwood accent paneling, a dramatic vaulted ceiling, and an oversized walk-in closet. The bath rivals any five-star spa, anchored by a Brizo Frank Lloyd Wright Collection MYSTIX steam shower with four body sprays and the signature Fallingwater rain showerhead, alongside a 72″ freestanding soaking tub. A second-floor morning kitchen with its own beverage center and Thassos marble backsplash adds quiet convenience, while a large guest suite features a soaring 16′ vaulted ceiling, exquisite private bath and its own entertainment setup.
Throughout the property, Control4 home automation with panelized lighting controls governs lighting and audio for the majority of the Main House. The property’s other systems, including HVAC, water heating and recirculation, video, pool controls, garage doors, and select appliances, are automated separately, paired with a super-efficient HVAC design that keeps all equipment within conditioned space, a quiet, high-performance backbone that runs the estate for an average of just $300 a month in electricity.
At its heart, a private courtyard unfolds around an 8′ x 38′ lap pool finished with a mosaic tiled centerline and T-marker, designed for both recreation and fitness. Two deep ends and a sun shelf with integrated umbrella holder are joined by three bubblers, filling the courtyard with the sound of moving water audible from all three residences, while an advanced UV and ozone sanitation system minimizes salt and chlorine content. A gas fire pit and outdoor seating rest atop more than 2,000 square feet of fossilized limestone decking.
The Pool House and Carriage House stand as fully realized one-bedroom, one-bathroom residences, each with its own kitchen, living space, and bath, making this a true compound suited to multigenerational living, guests, or extended family. The Pool House was purposefully designed for full accessibility, with step-free entry, 3′ door openings, and a zero-entry shower with grab bars.
Beyond its craftsmanship, 700 Stucco Lane was conceived around wellness and biophilic design: abundant natural light and seamless indoor-outdoor living throughout. Low- and zero-VOC finishes, enhanced soundproofing, an aromatherapy steam shower, and water filtration support a healthier, more peaceful way of living, while multiple porches, a private courtyard, and the rooftop deck with marsh views invite daily connection to the outdoors. That connection extends into the neighborhood itself.
Hibben at Belle Hall is one of Mount Pleasant’s premier custom-home communities: roughly 300 architecturally distinctive residences inspired by traditional Lowcountry design, set within the master-planned Belle Hall Plantation just minutes from downtown Charleston, Daniel Island, Sullivan’s Island, and Isle of Palms. Larger homesites, marsh front trails, community docks on the Wando River and Rat Hall Creek, and a front-porch atmosphere set it apart from newer production-built neighborhoods, as does its position inside I-526, offering meaningfully shorter drive times to downtown Charleston and the beaches. Residents also enjoy an Olympic-size pool, a second neighborhood pool, a clubhouse, tennis and pickleball courts, and close proximity to the Belle Hall Shopping Center, with zoning for Belle Hall Elementary, Laing Middle, and Wando High. The property also sits in an X-Flood zone so no flood insurance is required.
700 Stucco Lane is not simply a listing. It is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully realized architectural achievement in one of Mount Pleasant’s most sought-after settings, move-in ready and destined to set the standard for what follows it.
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About the Listing Agent
Ruthie Ravenel – is a native Charlestonian, having spent her youth at her family home downtown. She earned a BS in History and International Studies at Boston College, after which time she worked and lived in the mountain west. After traveling extensively and living in Boston MA, Park City UT, and Strasbourg France; Ruthie chose to move back to Charleston to pursue a career in luxury real estate. Since then Ruthie has developed her marketing skills and sales acumen and now serves as VP of Sales and Marketing. Her passion for real estate sales in the context of the Sotheby’s International Realty brand is something she shares with all agents at the firm through her leadership in sales, property promotion and pricing, content marketing, and use of technology.
As a top producer in the firm, Ruthie prides herself on exceptional customer service and curating personalized experiences for clients throughout the area. She received the Real Estate Agent of Distinction award from 2015-2019 and continues to serve buyers and sellers on a daily basis. Her activities in the community are varied and include leadership roles at the Historic Charleston Foundation, Historic Rotary Club of Charleston, and Red Carpet Charleston. In her spare time, Ruthie enjoys traveling, snow-skiing, and spending time with her husband Chris, and two small children Ethan and Teddy.
Georgia Nettles – Georgia grew up in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia on a horse farm built by George Washington’s first cousin, Warner Washington. She spends time every summer on the coast of Maine in a house that has been in the family since 1896. This is how her love for historic property began. In 1995, Georgia moved south to attend the College of Charleston, lured by the history and culture of this great city. After a few years working in sales and marketing for a historic plantation, Georgia realized that Real Estate was really where she belonged.
While Georgia specializes in historic properties in and around Charleston, her experience spans a wide range of home styles and locations throughout the area. She has successfully listed and sold high-end beachfront properties, waterfront resort homes, and residences ideal for first-time buyers. Alongside her husband, she has also purchased and renovated several homes, gaining firsthand insight into the renovation process. As an avid equestrian, Georgia brings valuable knowledge and a keen eye when assisting clients in the search for horse properties.
Georgia consistently ranks among the top three producers at the Charleston office of Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty. Her exceptional performance has earned her the prestigious Platinum-level Realtor of Distinction® award from the Charleston Trident Association of Realtors—an honor reserved for the top 1% of sales-producing Realtors in the region.
On a national level, Georgia has also been named to RealTrends America’s Best Real Estate Professionals, placing her in the top 1.5% of more than 1.6 million agents across the United States since 2022.
Georgia is also very involved in the local Realtor association and the community. In 2010, she was appointed to the Charleston Trident Association of Realtors Grievance (Ethics) Committee, which is a highly selective process. In 2014, she became the Chair of the committee. In 2016, she joined the selection committee for the Association’s Board of Directors, and in 2017, she joined the Professional Standards committee. She has also done extensive work with the Charleston Wine + Food Festival and the Spirit of South Carolina, along with many other clubs and organizations.
Customers love Georgia’s ability to think outside the box. Combined with the extraordinary tools at her fingertips through Sotheby’s International Realty and her sharp attention to detail, this makes her an exceptional choice for all your real estate needs.
Georgia resides in Mount Pleasant with her husband, Brian, and their twins, Alexandra and Walker (and lab Phoebe).
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