Wow! House: Private Island for Sale

Plenty of folks dream of living on the water, near the beach in a home with expansive outdoor spaces. This $12 million James Island property fulfills all those wants to an extreme. 

The 11-acre Captain Maynard Island  features a 6,500-square-foot home situated on 6 acres of developable land. The home itself is impressive. With nearly 3,000 square feet of decks and porches, there's plenty of opportunity to enjoy the homes picturesque setting. The home's garage, at 2,000 square feet, is larger than most homes. 

Here's how the Realtor describes the property on Zillow.com:

The secluded island, encircled on each side by a saltwater river and creek, is accessed by a private gate and half-mile long drive that winds through Kiawah's maritime forest. An exterior crafted from cedar shake shingle and copper roofing make the house look like it grew naturally among the indigenous plants.

With its beautiful heart-of-pine floors, exposed wooden beams, wood-paneled walls and vaulted ceiling and stone-surround fireplace, the estate's magnificent great room fast becomes the heart of your home.

Check out more photos on Zillow.com.