$1,249,000 | 5 beds | 4 full baths | 1 half baths | 4,862 sqft
Saint Helena Island, SC 29920
- 5Beds
- 4Full Baths
- 1Half Baths
- 4,862SqFt
- 1855Year Built
- 2.27Acres
- MLS# 16020967
- Residential
- Single Family Detached
- Sold
- Approx Time on Market2 years, 1 month, 21 days
- AreaOut of Area
- CountyBeaufort
- Subdivision None
Overview
Welcome to the Oaks Plantation - Live the true Lowcountry ideal in this pristine, bucolic Greek Revival sea island residence located in charming Beaufort, SC. With enormous historical significance, this estate boasts original historic details throughout including handsome fireplace mantels, heart pine flooring, and unobstructed panoramic views of the protected marshes of the Beaufort waterways. Used as officers headquarters during ''The War Between The States'' and later one of the first ever schools for freed slaves, this property is protected by a conservation easement and recognized on the National Register of Historic Places.With 5 BR and 4.5 BA, full catering kitchen, in ground pool and dock, this property offers all the modern comforts of an ideal country retreatEnjoy the expanse and privacy with your family and friends, or share it with others through an active Bed and Breakfast business, or as a high end Wedding Venue. This versatile and unique property represents an exceptional opportunity, waiting under the moss draped oaks of Beaufort's waterfront for its new stewards. The property also served as the historic Headquarters for the Port Royal Experiment giving freed slaves the opportunity to work lands abandoned by southern planters after the end of the Civil War. The first school for freed blacks was started at The Oaks and later moved to the brick church which later became known as the Penn School.
Sale Info
Listing Date: 08-03-2016
Sold Date: 09-25-2018
Aprox Days on Market:
2 Year(s), 1 month(s), 21 day(s)
Listing Sold:
7 Year(s), 8 month(s), 26 day(s) ago
Original Asking Price: $1,299,000
Asking Price: $1,249,000
Selling Price: $975,000
Price Difference From Original:
Reduced By $324,000
Price Difference From Asking:
Reduced By $274,000
Agriculture / Farm
Grazing Permits Forest Service: No
Grazing Permits Private: No
Grazing Permits Blm: No
Horse: No
Farm Credit Service Incl: No
Association Fees / Info
Community Features: Dock Facilities
Bathroom Info
Halfbaths: 1
Fullbaths: 4
Building Info
Levels: Two
Window Features: Some Thermal Wnd/Doors
Year Built: 1855
Floors: Wood
Business Info
Rent Control: No
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Misc Ext: Covered, Screened, Wrap Around
Exterior Features: Dock - Existing, Dock - Permit, Elevator Shaft, Lighting
Pool Private: Yes
Pool Features: In Ground
Style: Colonial, Traditional
Garage / Parking
Gar Pkg: Off Street
Garage: No
Attached Garage: No
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Accessibility Features: Handicapped Equipped
Door Features: Some Thermal Door(s)
Desclocation: Three +
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Elevator, Garden Tub/Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Bonus, Great
Fireplace: Yes
Laundry Features: Dryer Connection
Lot Info
Lot Size: 2.27
Lot Desc: 2 - 5 Acres, High
Lot Size Units: Acres
Acres: 2.27
Lot Sqft: 98881.2
Irrigation Water Rights: No
Offer Compensation
Other
Mobile Home Remains: No
Property Info
Property Type: A
Stories: 2
Foundation: Basement, Raised
Exterior: Wood Siding
New Construction: No
Roof: Metal
Property Subtype: Workshop
Building Area Units: Square Feet
View: No
Home Warranty: No
Habitable Residence: No
Room Info
Beds: 5
Sale / Lease Info
Sold Date: 2018-09-25T00:00:00
Lease Renewal Option: No
Lease Considered: No
Lease Assignable: No
Special Features
Sqft Info
Sqft: 4862
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Heating: Yes
Heat: Forced Air
Water Sewer: Septic Tank
Cooling: Yes
Waterfront / Water
Water Front Features: Marshfront, River Front, Stream, Waterfront - Shallow
Waterfront: Yes
Directions
Take Us 17 South To Us 21 South, Turn Right On State S-7-165 Then Right Onto GodleyCourtesy of listing office Daniel Ravenel Sotheby's International Realty
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