799 Sonny Boy Lane, Johns Island, SC 29455

$3,300,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 6.5 Square Footage: 5,659 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 796,712 Status: Closed
Current Price: $3,300,000 List Date: 8/05/2026 Last Modified: 10/06/2026

Overview

Description

A rare opportunity to own an architect-designed Lowcountry compound on 18.29 acres with an exceptional sense of privacy, 799 Sonny Boy Lane offers two custom residences, approximately 5,659 combined square feet, mature grand live oaks, open pasture, wooded natural buffers, and no HOA. Set at the end of a private drive beneath a canopy of oaks, the property feels peacefully removed while remaining convenient to Charleston, Kiawah, Seabrook, Wadmalaw Island, and Johns Island's dining and coastal amenities. Completed in 2017, the approximately 4,302-square-foot main residence was designed by Gensburg Toniolo Harting Architects. The home combines timeless architecture with carefully selected materials, including European white oak flooring, custom cabinetry and millwork,

Supplements: historic mantels, designer lighting, copper detailing, gas lanterns, and a metal roof. The open living areas were designed for everyday comfort and entertaining, with the kitchen, dining area, living room, and glass-enclosed sunroom flowing naturally together. Expansive windows and doors frame views across the property, while multiple fireplaces a ...

Listing Details MLS# 26022271

Location, Tax & Legal

Tax Map #
2820000202
Street #
799
Street Name
Sonny Boy
Street Suffix
Lane
County
Charleston
State
SC
Zip Code
29455
Area
23 - Johns Island
Tax District
51 - St. Johns Fire District
Subdivision
Johns Island
Elementary School
Angel Oak ES 4K-1/Johns Island ES 2-5
Middle School
Haut Gap
High School
St. Johns
Directions
From Highway 17 turn left onto Main Road 1.8 miles turn left onto River Road. 2.2 miles turn right onto Brownswood Road. 0.6 miles turn right onto Old Pond Road. 200 feet turn right onto Sonny Boy Lane. 0.3 miles turn right into gated driveway. Proceed slowly down rock driveway until arrival at main house.

Contract Info

Sub-Type
Single Family Detached
MLS List Date
2026-08-05
Total List Price/SqFt
617.6

General Property Info

Primary Structure Full Baths
4
Primary Structure Beds
3
Total Baths - Full
6
Total Baths - Half
Yes
Total Beds
5
Baths - Total
6.5
Primary Bedroom – Main Level
No
Stories
2
Total Apx. SqFt
4302
Total Apx SqFt
5659
Year Built
2017
Acreage
18.29
Other Structures Y/N
Yes
Potential Short Sale
No
C/R
No
Occupancy
Owner
HOA Fee
No

Status Change Info

Sold Date
2026-10-05
Total Sold Price/SqFt
583.14
New Mortgage Type
Cash

Other Structure

Other Structure Type
Guest House
Other Structure Beds
2
Other Structure Full Baths
2
Other Structure Half Baths
Yes
Other Structure Apx SqFt
1357

More Information

Property Features

SqFt Source: Builder/Owner SF Detached Style: Cottage; Craftsman; Traditional Lot Description: 10+ Acres; High; Level; Wooded Misc Exterior: Electric Gate; Garden; Patio; Porch - Front Porch; Porch - Wrap-Around; Rain Gutters; Storage Roof: Metal Exterior: Cement Plank Attic Features: Access; Pull-Down Stairs; Walk-In Attic Misc Interior: Ceiling - Cathedral/Vaulted; Ceiling - Smooth; Ceilings - 9'+; Garden Tub/Shower; Kitchen Island; Walk-In Closets; Window Treatments - All New Owned: Pre-Owned Rooms: Bonus; Eat-In-Kitchen; Family; Formal Living; Foyer; Frog Attached; Laundry; Media; Office; Pantry; Separate Dining; Study; Sun; Utility Primary Bedroom: Upstairs; Walk-In Closets Cooling: Central Air Floors: Brick; Wood Heat: Central Possession: At Closing Utility Suppliers: AT&T; Berkeley Elect Co-Op; John IS Water Co Proposed Financing: Cash; Conventional Loan Assumable: No Green Features: Energy Star Appliance; Tankless Water Heater
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Listing Office: Akers Ellis Real Estate LLC
Last Updated: October - 06 - 2026
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