Welcome to 228 Shady Acres Drive, a custom-built Southern home on 3.18 acres in Chapin, just minutes from Lake Murray. Featuring a detached 3-car garage with a heated and cooled finished room above, a luxury gunite pool, an impressive pool house, multiple porches, and versatile living spaces, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home blends Southern charm with upscale finishes and exceptional craftsmanship.Two covered front porches, including daybed swings on the main-level porch, create a warm welcome and the perfect place to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Inside, hardwood floors run throughout the main living areas and bedrooms, while tile flooring is featured in the bathrooms. The formal dining room showcases stylish wallpaper, crown molding, and elegant details. The living room is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace with tile surround, detailed moldings, and two doors leading to the backyard retreat.The kitchen is beautifully appointed with white cabinetry, quartz countertops, a tiled backsplash, built-in microwave, oven and range, plus a contrasting island topped with walnut countertops. The spacious primary suite includes a custom closet and dedicated office space with shiplap accents. The spa-inspired primary bath features a freestanding soaking tub beneath a chandelier, dual vanities, and a tiled walk-in shower. An additional bedroom on the main level provides flexibility for guests or a home office.Upstairs, a generous loft opens to the second-level front porch. The two additional bedrooms each feature private en-suite bathrooms.Outdoor living is truly exceptional. The backyard features a stunning gunite pool, expansive deck space, and a pool house designed for entertaining with three sets of stained French doors, vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, built-in cabinetry, and an island. Completing the property is the detached 3-car garage with a heated and cooled finished room above, ideal for a studio, fitness room, recreation space, or private retreat. With no HOA on 3.18 acres, and luxury amenities throughout, this remarkable property delivers the perfect blend of comfort, elegance, and Southern living. Disclaimer: CMLS has not reviewed and, therefore, does