225 Saranac Drive, Sunset, SC 29685 - Anderson SC & Lake Hartwell Real Estate

$4,465,000

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… Read More 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. Read Less

Courtesy of Paige Quattlebaum, Keller Williams DRIVE 864-617-0775

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Days Online

Last Updated

Apr 6, 2026

Property Type

SingleFamilyResidence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Lot Size

1.76 Acres

MLS Number

20298254

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, GasCooktop, Disposal, Refrigerator

Basement

Full

Building

Year Built Details: 6-10 Years, Levels: ThreeOrMore, Construction Materials: WoodSiding

Community

CommonGroundsArea, Clubhouse, Dock, FitnessCenter, Golf, Gated, Playground, Pool, TennisCourts, WaterAccess

Cooling

CentralAir, ForcedAir

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Deck, Deck, HandicapAccessible

Fireplaces

Multiple

Foundation

Basement

Garage

3 spaces

Heating

Central, Electric

Home Owner's Association

Association Fee: $4,397, Fee Frequency: Annually, Fee Includes: Pools, RecreationFacilities, StreetLights, Security

Interior Features

WetBar, CeilingFans, CathedralCeilings, DualSinks, Elevator, Fireplace, GraniteCounters, HandicapAccess, HighCeilings, BathInPrimaryBedroom, MainLevelPrimary, QuartzCounters, SmoothCeilings, SolidSurfaceCounters, Skylights, Sauna, SeparateShower, CableTv, WalkInClosets, Loft

Lot

1.76 acres, OutsideCityLimits, Subdivision, Views, Wooded, Waterfront

Parking

Attached, Garage

Pool

Community

Property

Water

Roof

Shingle, Shake, Wood

Security Features

GatedCommunity, SmokeDetectors

Sewer

SepticTank

Taxes

Parcel Number: 4132-00-00-9642

Utilities

CableAvailable, Water Source: Public

Water Features

Water Body Name: Keowee, BoatDockSlip, SeeRemarks, WaterAccess, Waterfront

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