$4,447,900 Reduced -$600
225 Saranac Drive
Sunset, SC 29685
  • 4Beds
  • 5Full Baths
  • 1Half Baths
  • N/ASqFt
  • 2017Year Built
  • 1.76Acres
  • MLS# 1583885
  • Residential
  • Single Family Residence
  • Active


Overview

Nestled in the foothills of the SC/NC mountains, this property offers the owner tremendous peace and serenity. Located in the most elite community in the Upstate, The Reserve at Lake Keowee, this home is a short golf cart ride from the world-class 18 hole Jack Nicklaus Signature designed golf course and exquisite dining venues and community amenities. within its gates. It is a custom-built Craftsman style 4-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom 5300 sf home on 1.76 private, wooded acres on the shores of what many consider THE most beautiful lake setting in South Carolina, Lake Keowee. The grounds are a blend of unique, sustainable landscaping with year-round beauty including dogwoods, redbuds, hydrangeas and wooded privacy. The home itself is situated to avoid a steep driveway like many mountain homes have to make walking the dogs easy. Step inside to discover soaring ceilings and exposed beams in the Great Room, complemented by sliding glass doors that draw your eyes to the shimmering lake view. The open-concept kitchen, with a french country flair is outfitted with high-end appliances—including a dual-fuel range—two dishwashers and a gas cooktop. The spacious island and quartz and granite countertops are perfect for everything from an intimate breakfast to an elaborate buffet. The living room and grand fireplace invite relaxation, while the adjoining dining area with a lake view, opens up to an expansive deck and screened-in porch, ideal for both quiet moments overlooking the beauty of Lake Keowee and for entertaining. The main floor also features a luxurious Owner`s Suite with fireplace, cathedral ceiling, private deck, and custom closets. The spa-like bathroom includes a stunning shower and a beautiful water view. Take the handcrafted stairs or the elevator that services all three floors to the loft office space and a private en-suite guest room, again all with lake views. The lower level is a complete entertaining area with a spacious living room, bar sink, wine cellar, sauna, exercise room, and an additional en-suite guest room, both with direct access to the deck which has a built-in hot tub overlooking the beauty of Lake Keowee. Additional features include plenty of storage space, a second pantry, and a second laundry area. Above the three car garage (with ceiling heights tall enough to fit hydraulic lift car stackers to make it a six car garage), the guest apartment is currently used as a fantastic sports bar/man cave and music studio. It has a full bathroom including a steam shower, a private office and can also be a home gym, home theatre, apartment, studio or spacious storage area. The bathrooms throughout the home were beautifully designed by Circles and Squares Studios, showcasing stunning tile layouts. The property features four distinct outdoor seating areas, including a peaceful meditation garden, a lakeside fire pit, a mid-path dining area, and a stone bench by the water. As a resident of the Reserve, you’ll have access to over $100 million in top-tier amenities, including the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, Practice facility, the Orchard Clubhouse with fine dining, a Fitness Center, hiking trails, Har-Tru clay tennis courts, lawn tennis, a pool and cabana, a village market, pickleball courts, and a marina. Owner may be willing to include some furniture. This is the home of all homes in The Reserve. Come see it soon. Reserve membership fee of $85,000 due at closing.



Agriculture / Farm

Amenities / Special Info

Community Features:  Athletic Facilities Field, Clubhouse, Common Areas, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Water Access, Dock, Dog Park

Association Fees / Info

Hoa:  Yes

Hoa Includes:  Pool, Recreation Facilities, Security, Street Lights

Hoa Fees:  4397

Bathroom Info

Main Level Bathrooms:  1

Total Baths:  6

Main Level Bedrooms:  1

Fullbaths:  5

Halfbaths:  1

Bedroom Info

Beds:  4

Building Info

Levels:  Three Or More

Foundation Details:  Basement

Construction Materials:  Wood Siding

Year Built:  2017

Cooling:  Yes

Property Condition:  6-10

Roof:  Wood

Exterior Features

Window Features:  Skylight(s)

Exterior Features:  Dock, Outdoor Fireplace, Elevator

Patio and Porch Features:  Deck

Garage / Parking

Garage:  Yes

Open Parking:  Yes

Parking Features:  Attached, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Detached

Attached Garage:  Yes

Handicap

Accessibility Features:  Disability Access, Accessible Entrance

Interior Features

Flooring:  Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood

Interior Features:  High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Smooth, Granite Counters, Countertops-Solid Surface, Open Floorplan, Sauna, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Elevator, Countertops - Quartz

Fireplace:  Yes

Fireplace Features:  Gas Log

Laundry Features:  Sink, 1st Floor, In Basement, Walk-in, Laundry Room

Lot Info

Acres:  1.76

Lot Area:  1.76

Lot Features:  1 - 2 Acres, Wooded, Sprklr In Grnd-Partial Yd

Lot Size Units:  Acres

Misc

Other Equipment:  Generator

Other

Property Info

Pets Allowed:  Breed Restrictions

Basement:  Finished

County:  Pickens

Style:  Craftsman

Security Features:  Smoke Detector(s), Prewired

Sqft Info

Living Area Units:  Square Feet

Unit Info

Utilities / Hvac

Water Source:  Public

Appliances:  Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater

Utilities Available:  Underground Utilities, Cable Available

Cooling:  Central Air

Sewer:  Septic Tank

Heating:  Electric

Heating:  Yes

Waterfront / Water

Waterfront:  Yes

Water Body Name:  Lake Keowee

Waterfront Features:  Lake, Waterfront

Schools

Elem:  Pickens

Middle:  Pickens

High:  Pickens

Courtesy of Paige Burton-Quattlebaum of Keller Williams DRIVE 

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Price & Status History (on carolinamountainlakes.com since Fri, Mar 6th 2026)
  • Original Price: $4,475,000
  • Current Price: $4,447,900
  • Price Reduced: $27,100
Date ChangedFromTo
07/17/2026$4,448,500 $4,447,900 Reduced by $600
06/29/2026$4,449,000 $4,448,500 Reduced by $500
06/15/2026$4,449,500 $4,449,000 Reduced by $500
06/05/2026$4,450,000 $4,449,500 Reduced by $500
05/08/2026$4,455,000 $4,450,000 Reduced by $5,000
04/27/2026$4,460,000 $4,455,000 Reduced by $5,000
04/13/2026$4,465,000 $4,460,000 Reduced by $5,000
03/30/2026$4,470,000 $4,465,000 Reduced by $5,000
03/19/2026$4,475,000 $4,470,000 Reduced by $5,000

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