Nestled in the breathtaking Lowcountry landscape of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, the HGTV Dream Home 2020 emerged as a masterpiece of coastal design and relaxed luxury. Earlier this week, I had the incredible opportunity to embark on an exclusive tour of this spectacular residence, an experience graciously hosted by HGTV and Cabinets to Go, whose exquisite cabinetry is a defining feature throughout the home.
My journey to Hilton Head Island was accompanied by Ed, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the island’s charm. Our mornings began with invigorating bike rides along the serene, expansive beaches – a truly unforgettable experience that captured the tranquil essence of coastal living. Ed also enjoyed some rounds of golf, complementing our exploration of this magnificent property. Our two-day stay was blessed with unexpectedly warm weather, feeling more akin to a pleasant April escape than the crispness of January, adding to the allure of this idyllic setting.
This is no ordinary residence; it’s the HGTV Dream Home 2020, a grand prize awaiting one fortunate individual. Imagine winning not just this stunning home, but also receiving it fully furnished with exquisite décor, a brand-new Honda Passport, and a generous $250,000 in cash! It’s a truly life-changing package that encapsulates the ultimate Lowcountry lifestyle. Details on how to enter this incredible sweepstakes can be found towards the end of this comprehensive tour.
Now, allow me to guide you through some of my favorite rooms and design elements that make this HGTV Dream Home a true marvel of modern coastal living. Every corner of this residence speaks to a thoughtfully curated design, blending natural beauty with sophisticated comfort.
Embracing Lowcountry Elegance: The Heart of the Home
The overarching design philosophy of the HGTV Dream Home 2020 is a profound homage to the stunning natural beauty of South Carolina’s Lowcountry. Every aspect of this spacious home, though not directly oceanfront, is meticulously crafted to foster an easy, relaxed coastal pace of life. A significant emphasis is placed on seamless indoor-outdoor living, allowing residents to fully immerse themselves in the serene surroundings. Both floors boast charming porches accessible from the main rooms, offering captivating vistas of the beautifully landscaped outdoor setting and the untouched marshland beyond the backyard. These outdoor spaces serve as tranquil extensions of the living areas, perfect for enjoying morning coffee or evening breezes.
The Coastal Kitchen and Dining Experience
Upon stepping through the inviting open foyer, one is immediately drawn into the expansive kitchen and dining area – the true heart of this dream home. The interior designer, Brian Patrick Flynn, has masterfully woven a cohesive color palette throughout these spaces, featuring soothing shades of blue, crisp white, and warm tones reminiscent of sun-bleached driftwood. This combination not only evokes a strong coastal feel but also creates an atmosphere of serenity and refined elegance.
The kitchen, in particular, stands out with its inspiring blend of bold colors and varied textures, a theme echoed thoughtfully throughout the entire house. The centerpiece of this culinary haven is undoubtedly the cabinetry. The European-style cabinets from Cabinets To Go, in their striking Charleston Driftwood finish, immediately capture attention. These cabinets feature warm grey tones with subtle vertical graining, beautifully mimicking the authentic appearance of driftwood found scattered along the shore. The design strikes a perfect balance, fusing modern aesthetics with a distinctly coastal charm.
Complementing these unique cabinets, crisp white and rich navy accents are seamlessly integrated, creating a truly stunning visual. The choice of Crysacrylic and chrome pulls and knobs adds a touch of modern sophistication, harmonizing effortlessly with the cabinetry’s finish. These elements demonstrate a meticulous attention to detail that elevates the kitchen’s overall design.
Beyond their aesthetic appeal, the Cabinets to Go selections offer exceptional functionality. They ingeniously combine nature-inspired beauty with practical everyday usability. A standout feature is the extensive customization potential; every cabinet and drawer can be outfitted with an array of cabinet organizers, ensuring they perfectly cater to the specific needs and workflow of any homeowner. This thoughtful design ensures that the kitchen is not just beautiful but also incredibly efficient.
The kitchen island is a hub of activity, surrounded by stylish stools that immediately caught my eye – I found myself wishing for a perfect spot for them in my own home! All the magnificent furnishings found throughout the HGTV Dream Home, including these charming stools, are sourced from Wayfair, known for its vast selection of home décor. Adjacent to the island, the dining room features a large, striking round table with a driftwood grey top, perfectly complemented by comfortable blue leather chairs. This central arrangement creates an inviting space for meals and gatherings.
A notable design flourish in several rooms, including the dining area, is Brian Patrick Flynn’s clever use of floor-to-ceiling drapes that extend to cover the room corners. This ingenious technique, especially effective in rooms with soaring ceilings, draws the eye upward, accentuating the beautifully painted blue ceiling and adding a layer of sophisticated drama. Just beyond the dining table, expansive glass doors seamlessly open onto a generously sized, screened-in porch that spans the entire rear of the house, further blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor living.
Functional Elegance: Mudroom and Master Suite
Beyond the kitchen, a well-appointed hallway leads to a large walk-in pantry, providing ample storage, and then transitions into a space that perfectly blends utility with style:
This impressive mudroom and laundry room, designed in a refreshing green and white palette, immediately stands out for its thoughtful features. The matte white Chelsea Linen Cabinets from Cabinets To Go, with their subtle taupe and slate vertical graining, offer a sophisticated yet durable finish. One of the most charming and practical additions at the end of the counter is a dedicated pet washing area, complete with an extra deep sink and a convenient hose/sprayer. This makes keeping furry friends clean a much easier task, especially for smaller pets!
On the opposite side of the room, built-in pet crates are discreetly integrated beneath a generous counter. This surface is not only ideal for folding laundry but also provides valuable extra space for organizing household items, demonstrating a keen understanding of modern living needs.
Crossing the house from the mudroom brings you to the luxurious Master Bedroom wing, a private sanctuary featuring a spacious bedroom, an elegant en-suite bath, and a generous walk-in closet. This particular room, alongside the kitchen and the outdoor living areas, quickly became my absolute favorite. Its bright and cheery ambiance, coupled with thoughtful design details, created an incredibly inviting and serene retreat.
The design team’s expertise is evident in the master bedroom, where the wall corners are artfully softened with drapes – a dramatic touch that not only adds visual intrigue but also introduces a vibrant pop of color against the room’s crisp white walls and ceiling. This creates a cohesive and luxurious feel. Directly opposite the bed, an innovative art piece captures attention: carefully arranged pieces of driftwood are screwed into the wall, transforming natural elements into unique, organic artwork. While unconventional, it certainly adds a distinctive and memorable touch to the room, reflecting a deep connection to the coastal environment.
The master bathroom is equally impressive, offering a large and spacious layout designed for ultimate relaxation. It features a harmonious continuation of the toned-down color palette seen in the bedroom, creating a cohesive and tranquil atmosphere. Here, the elegant Chelsea Linen cabinets, also from Cabinets To Go, are paired with sophisticated dark gold pulls and knobs, adding a subtle touch of warmth and luxury to the space.
Upper Level Retreats and Stunning Views
As I made my way out to the open foyer, a consistent design detail caught my eye: all the doorknobs throughout the house are finished in sleek chrome, a testament to the home’s contemporary elegance and a detail I particularly admired. The foyer itself is a grand entrance, with an impressive open second floor overlooking it.
And yes, your eyes do not deceive you – a charming canoe is artfully suspended above the front door, serving as a unique and perfectly thematic piece of coastal décor that greets guests with a touch of Lowcountry adventure.
The second floor of the HGTV Dream Home 2020 is thoughtfully designed to provide additional private and recreational spaces. It houses two comfortable bedrooms and accompanying baths, perfect for guests or family members. A notable highlight is the dedicated media room, an ideal space for entertainment and relaxation, which also boasts its own private porch overlooking the backyard. Throughout this entire level, the consistent wide-plank flooring adds a touch of rustic charm and continuity, enhancing the home’s cohesive coastal aesthetic.
The media room exudes warmth and comfort, meticulously decorated in a palette of inviting taupes, rich browns, and refreshing teal accents. This color scheme creates a cozy yet vibrant atmosphere, perfect for movie nights or casual gatherings. The two upstairs bathrooms are equally impressive, featuring sleek-surfaced Metro White cabinets. These cabinets, with their clean lines and understated elegance, are not only incredibly easy to maintain but also versatile enough to complement a wide array of decor styles. One of these baths embraced a cheerful teal and white color scheme, while the other opted for a sophisticated dark navy blue and white, showcasing diverse yet harmonious design choices.
The Allure of Outdoor Living and Hilton Head Charm
As an avid lover of the outdoors and nature, I was absolutely captivated by the picturesque view from the media room porch. The sight of the sparkling pool and the beautifully designed backyard against the backdrop of the marshland was truly enchanting. And that pool decking – isn’t it just gorgeous? It perfectly complements the home’s relaxed, luxurious coastal vibe.
This image of the home’s rear façade beautifully illustrates the commitment to outdoor living. You can clearly see the generously proportioned screened porch extending across the entire first floor, as well as the equally inviting porch off the media room on the second level. A truly innovative feature of these porches is their motorized screens, which can effortlessly roll up and disappear when not needed, offering flexible enjoyment of the fresh air and stunning views. The home is ideally situated within a beautiful gated neighborhood, bordered by a pristine marshland that is permanently protected from development. This ensures that the breathtaking natural vista from the back of the house will remain undisturbed for years to come, with only the majestic trees growing taller to mark the passage of time.
During my tour, I cherished the moments spent relaxing on one of the comfortable outdoor chairs by the pool, catching up on sharing photos of this dream home to Instagram and Facebook. These chairs, delightfully, even swiveled, adding to the relaxed enjoyment of the space.
A charming detail around the pool area are the spherical globes, which are ingeniously designed as lights. I can only imagine how magical and inviting they must look, casting a gentle glow across the water on a warm Hilton Head evening.
Leaving this magnificent property was certainly difficult, as our allocated time for the tour came to an end. It was back to reality, but with dreams of coastal elegance firmly in mind. If you’re eager to see even more of the HGTV Dream Home 2020, I invite you to check out my Instagram Stories under the HGTV highlights, where I captured short videos of each room, offering a more dynamic view. Additionally, an extensive gallery of rooms and design details is available on the official HGTV Dream Home site.
How to Enter The HGTV Dream Home 2020 Sweepstakes: Your Chance to Win!
This incredible opportunity to win the HGTV Dream Home 2020, along with its full furnishings, a Honda Passport, and $250,000 in cash, is an unparalleled prize package valued at over $2 million. For your chance to make this dream a reality, remember to enter the sweepstakes daily. You can submit one entry at HGTV.com and another at DIYNetwork.com, maximizing your odds of becoming the lucky grand prize winner!
The grand prize package includes:
- The stunning 3-bedroom, 3½-bathroom, waterfront home, perfectly situated on picturesque Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.
- All the beautiful furnishings and exquisite decor, thoughtfully curated and provided courtesy of Wayfair.com.
- A brand-new, stylish Honda Passport for your adventures.
- A substantial $250,000 in cash, generously provided by Rocket Mortgage® by Quicken Loans®.
- The sweepstakes is open for entries until February 19, 2020 – don’t miss your chance!
Explore More: Resources for HGTV Dream Home 2020
- Shop the Dream Home collection to discover and purchase the specific furnishings and decor elements featured throughout this incredible house.
For detailed information about the Cabinets to Go cabinetry featured:
- Visit the main Cabinets to Go website to explore their full range of products.
- Delve deeper into the distinct style of the Charleston Driftwood Cabinets used in the kitchen.
- Learn more about the versatile and clean Metro White Cabinets seen in the upstairs bathrooms.
- Discover the elegant and durable Chelsea Linen Cabinets featured in the mudroom and master bath.
- Browse their selection of stylish Knobs and Pulls to personalize your own cabinetry.
- Explore their innovative Kitchen Organizers for enhanced functionality and storage solutions.