1029 Shell Bluff Drive, Aiken, SC 29803

''Shangri La'' is a secluded 13-acre gated estate in Three Runs Plantation, Aiken County's premier equestrian community. Amenities include approx. 30 miles of trails, private carriage roads, two GGT footing equestrian complexes, and two clubhouses. The estate is framed by vibrant crepe myrtles, a magnolia-lined driveway leads to the Main Residence, Koi House, & Stables, all showcasing exquisite custom craftsmanship. The 3,953 SqFt Tuscan style home, was built in 2009, has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, an oversized 3 car garage with a solid wood motorcycle entry door, & basement. The exterior blends stucco & river stone, with elegant lighting. Entering the home, you are welcomed by a solid wood arched door adorned with horse-shaped hardware. The foyer has a unique floor inlay crafted from 11 wood species, accentuated by an aqua marble motif and an artisanal stone chandelier. Flooring throughout the home is 6'' planks of European old-growth white oak. Soaring 18' ceilings in the living room accentuate the floor-to-ceiling river stone gas fireplace. Kitchen: cathedral ceiling has solid oak accent beams, cinderella blue granite countertops, & knotty alder cabinetry. Appliances: 36'' Sub-Zero refrigerator, Asko dishwasher, both with cabinetry overlays, 36'' Wolf six-burner range, Gaggenau built-in steam & convection wall ovens, butler's pantry with French doors & stained glass. Half bath has a stained glass window with a solid stone sink. The dining room, elegantly adjoining the sitting area, features a Schonbek crystal chandelier & recessed ceiling with ambient lighting. Custom solid wood built-in cabinets in home office. Primary ensuite has recessed ceiling with ambient lighting, a Schonbek crystal chandelier & a gas fireplace. The ensuite bath has a cosmetic vanity, ample cabinetry, water closet with an additional vanity sink, all counter tops are forest green marble, linen closet, two walk-in closets, Oceania Juliette 73'' air jet clawfoot tub, steam shower, towel warmers, heated floors, & Dogwood motif stained-glass windows. Stone wall with a covered cedar-shingled overhang leads the way to a full sized walk-in cedar closet, two guest bedrooms, each with a private vanity & shared Jack & Jill bathroom. The garage has approx. 11'.57'' ceilings, ideal for car lifts to double storage capacity. All stained glass windows are handcrafted by Savannah River Art Glass. All cabinetry is solid wood with antique glass & lighting accents. The 2,500 SqFt Koi House was built in 2016 is enclosed with copper screen & solid birnam wood beams. It features a fully automated 52,000-gallon pond with 14 imported Japanese Koi, equipped with alarms, cameras, & a automatic feeder. Interior walls are wormy cypress, all lighting is hand-forged by artist Christopher Thomas. Full kitchen has torched granite chiseled edge countertops, solid wood cabinetry, 36'' Wolf 4 burner & infrared char-broiler gas cooktop, Bosch wall & microwave ovens. Sitting area has built-in gas fire pit & 2 standing LavaHeat fire lamps. Full bath w/ walk-in glass tiled shower. The 3,500 SqFt climate-controlled stables, built in 2009, has 4 stalls w/ Nelson automatic waterers & fans, wash stall w/ hot & cold water & heat lamps, tack room, storage room, & a laundry room has a raised dog-washing station. Kennels for 5 dogs, has access to a fenced yard, kitchenette & a half bath. There are 2 pastures & 2 paddocks. 3 run-ins that are matted w/ automatic waterers, fans, & lights. Entire property is irrigated & fenced in w/ no-climb wire. Residence was designed by Paul Schultz of Sunarc Studio and built by Grant Larlee Construction. The Koi House, designed by Camron Scott of Cheatham Fletcher Scott (CFS). All structures feature security systems, built-in generators, 50-year architectural shingles, lightning rods, copper flashing & gutters. Home's HVAC includes air purification systems & humidifiers. Established trees and flowery bushes grace the property. Photos showcase both spring & winter