401 Wayfaring Point, Daniel Island, SC 29492 (MLS# 26013739)


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401 Wayfaring Point, Daniel Island, SC 29492

New Listing
$10,980,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 5.5 Square Footage: 5,180 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 33,106 Status: Active
Current Price: $10,980,000 List Date: 5/12/2026 Last Modified: 5/12/2026

Description

Positioned at the very edge of highly sought-after Captain's Island within Daniel Island Park, 401 Wayfaring Point represents one of the rarest waterfront opportunities to ever come available on Daniel Island. Set on 0.76 private acres at the literal point of Wayfaring Point, this extraordinary deepwater estate offers a level of privacy, perspective, and presence that is simply unmatched. The journey home is an experience all its own. Winding through the manicured streets of Daniel Island Park, past the prestigious Daniel Island Club and over the exclusive Captain's Island bridge, a sense of arrival begins to take shape.

Supplements: And then, at the very end of Wayfaring Point, the world seems to disappear. Here, more than 180 degrees of breathtaking panoramic views unfold around you, where the Wando River, endless marshlands, grand oaks, and Lowcountry skies become your everyday backdrop. Built in 2023, this nearly 5,200 square foot custom residence was intentionally crafted around the water. Nearly every room captures a view, creating a constant connection to the surrounding landscape and filling the home with an ever-changing natural canvas from sunrise to sunset. Whether it is the soft morning light reflecting across the marsh, herons gliding over the river, or fiery evening skies settling over the water, life here feels cinematic at every hour of the day. The home's timeless Southern architecture is equally striking, featuring a glowing white facade, mirrored double piazzas, a full metal roof, and countless windows and doors that blur the line between indoors and out. A custom fountain tucked beneath the sweeping brick and iron staircase creates a serene welcome even before stepping inside. Inside, craftsmanship and detail take center stage. No expense was spared in the execution of the interiors, where extensive custom millwork, paneled walls, intricate trim work, custom cabinetry, built-in storage solutions, and oak hardwood flooring create an atmosphere of warmth and refinement throughout. Thoughtful functionality has been seamlessly integrated into the design, including automated blinds and curtains, abundant storage on every floor, dual laundry rooms within the main home, and a hidden built-in safe tucked within the custom primary closet. The gourmet kitchen was designed for both everyday living and large-scale entertaining, complete with paneled GE Monogram refrigerator and freezer columns, a Wolf gas range and microwave, Bosch dishwasher, additional prep sink, built-in mixer stand, custom wine storage, and a hidden pantry featuring a charming Charleston-inspired glass window and built-in step stool detail. Pocket doors allow the kitchen to be elegantly concealed during gatherings or catered events. The main level was designed to allow for effortless first-floor living without sacrificing scale or entertaining capability. Anchored by soaring 10-foot ceilings, the first floor includes a grand entry foyer with black-and-white checkered stone flooring, expansive waterfront living spaces, formal dining room with antiqued mirrored cabinetry, custom office with built-ins, powder room, mudroom, and a stunning primary suite wing. A three-stop elevator services every level of the home, including the garage spaces below. The primary suite itself feels like a private retreat, complete with a designer chandelier, fireplace lounge, and a spa-inspired bath featuring imported Italian porcelain flown in specifically for the residence. Just beyond the suite, a breathtaking waterfront sitting room offers one of the home's most peaceful experiences -- a space equally suited for quiet mornings with coffee, afternoons spent reading beside the fire, or simply watching the river drift by in complete privacy. Upstairs, spacious guest suites each feature private en suite baths and custom closet systems, while the "Telescope Deck" lookout balcony creates yet another unforgettable vantage point to enjoy the surrounding water and night skies. Equally impressive are the home's outdoor living spaces, where six porches and patios create countless opportunities to entertain, relax, and experience the beauty of the Lowcountry. The screened porch just off the kitchen offers sweeping water views alongside a built-in grilling station with prep sink, storage, and beverage refrigerator. Below, multiple covered and open-air patios provide flexible gathering spaces ranging from elegant waterfront lounging to outdoor dining and recreation. The property's sprawling yard offers exceptional room for a future resort-style pool and cabana concept, with several preliminary designs already envisioned for the site. Yet even beyond the home itself, it is the newly completed private deepwater dock that ultimately defines the experience of 401 Wayfaring Point. Thoughtfully constructed with a specialized aluminum section designed to preserve the natural oyster bed below, the dock stretches gracefully into the Wando River, creating an experience that feels almost surreal. From the very first steps onto the dock, there is an overwhelming sense of stillness and escape -- as though you are floating alone in the middle of the river with nothing but water, marsh, sky, and the salty breeze surrounding you. It is the kind of setting that reminds you just how special Lowcountry living can be. In addition to the main residence, a fully detached guest house offers over 500 square feet of beautifully appointed living space above an additional two-car garage. Complete with its own living area, kitchenette, bedroom, full bath, laundry, and stunning sunset views, the guest house provides ideal accommodations for visitors, multigenerational living, long-term stays, or private retreat space. Private. Peaceful. Unrepeatable. 401 Wayfaring Point is more than a home -- it is a front row seat to one of the most spectacular waterfront settings in all of Charleston. FULL-GOLF MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITY TO THE DANIEL ISLAND CLUB. This unique option allows the buyer to pay the Club's initiation fee and, in return, skip the lengthy waitlist! *Buyer to pay a one-time neighborhood enhancement fee of 0.5% of the sales price to the Daniel Island Community Fund at closing, along with an estoppel fee to the Daniel Island Property Owners Association, Inc. Buyer/buyer's agent to verify all information deemed important, including flood zone, school zone, square footage, and acreage.

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More Information MLS# 26013739

Contract Info

Primary Structure List Price/SqFt: 2119.69 Sub-Type: Single Family Detached MLS List Date: 2026-05-12 Status: Active List Price: $10,980,000 Current Price: $10,980,000

Location, Tax & Legal

Subsection: Captains Island Legal Description: Lot Ff/B/48 Tax Map #: 2760202012 Street #: 401 Street Name: Wayfaring Street Suffix: Point County: Berkeley State: SC Zip Code: 29492 Area: 77 - Daniel Island Tax District: 11 - City of Charleston Subdivision: Daniel Island Elementary School: Daniel Island Middle School: Daniel Island High School: Philip Simmons Directions: From Island Park Drive, turn right onto Rhoden Island Drive. Left onto Captain's Island Drive. Right onto Old Compass. Left onto Wayfaring.

General Property Info

Primary Bedroom – Main Level: Yes Ground Level: No Stories: 2 HOA Frequency: Annually HOA $: 2649 Potential Short Sale: No Other Structures Y/N: Yes Bedrooms: 5 Baths - Full: 5 Baths - Half: 1 Baths - Total: 5.5 Primary Structure Apx SqFt: 5180 Year Built: 2023 Acreage: 0.76

SqFt Source

Builder/Owner: 1

Roof

Metal: 1

Lot Description

.5 - 1 Acre: 1 River Access: 1 Riverfront: 1 Riverview: 1 Waterfront - Deep: 1

Misc Exterior

Patio: 1 Patio - Covered: 1 Porch - Front Porch: 1 Porch - Rear: 1 Porch - Screened: 1

Exterior

Cement Plank: 1

SF Detached Style

Traditional: 1

Foundation

Elv. Construction: 1

Garage/Parking

2 Car Garage: 1 4 Car Garage: 1 Attached: 1 Detached: 1 Other (Use Remarks): 1

Stories/Levels

2 Stories: 1

Equipment/Appliances

Dishwasher: 1 Gas Range: 1 Microwave: 1 Refrigerator: 1

Rooms

Breakfast Room: 1 Eat-In-Kitchen: 1 Family: 1 Formal Living: 1 Foyer: 1 Great: 1 Laundry: 1 Living/Dining Combo: 1 Office: 1 Pantry: 1

Amenities

Boat Dock: 1 Boat Ramp: 1 Club House: 1 Club Membership Available: 1 Dock Facilities: 1 Dog Park: 1 Golf Course: 1 Golf Membership Available: 1 Park: 1 Pickleball Court: 1 Tennis Court(s): 1 Walk/Jog Trails: 1

Assumable

No: 1

Primary Bedroom

Downstairs: 1 Garden Tub/Shower: 1 Walk-In Closets: 1

Proposed Financing

Cash: 1 Conventional Loan: 1

Misc Interior

Ceilings - 9'+: 1 Elevator: 1 Kitchen Island: 1 Walk-In Closets: 1

New Owned

Pre-Owned: 1

FP Desc/Location

Three: 1

Possession

At Closing: 1

Water/Sewer

Public Sewer: 1 Public Water: 1

Utility Suppliers

Charleston Water Service: 1 Dominion Energy: 1

Other Structure

Other Structure Type: Guest House Other Structure Apx SqFt: 558

Green Features

Tankless Water Heater: 1

Property Features

SqFt Source: Builder/Owner SF Detached Style: Traditional Lot Description: .5 - 1 Acre; River Access; Riverfront; Riverview; Waterfront - Deep Misc Exterior: Patio; Patio - Covered; Porch - Front Porch; Porch - Rear; Porch - Screened Roof: Metal Exterior: Cement Plank Foundation: Elv. Construction Misc Interior: Ceilings - 9'+; Elevator; Kitchen Island; Walk-In Closets New Owned: Pre-Owned Rooms: Breakfast Room; Eat-In-Kitchen; Family; Formal Living; Foyer; Great; Laundry; Living/Dining Combo; Office; Pantry Primary Bedroom: Downstairs; Garden Tub/Shower; Walk-In Closets Possession: At Closing Utility Suppliers: Charleston Water Service; Dominion Energy Amenities: Boat Dock; Boat Ramp; Club House; Club Membership Available; Dock Facilities; Dog Park; Golf Course; Golf Membership Available; Park; Pickleball Court; Tennis Court(s); Walk/Jog Trails Proposed Financing: Cash; Conventional Loan Assumable: No Green Features: Tankless Water Heater
Listing Office: Atlantic Properties Of The LowCountry
IDX
Last Updated: May - 12 - 2026
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