161-Year-Old South Carolina Smokehouse That Was Salvaged From Swampland Hits the Market for Just $265K

A 161-year-old smokehouse in Beech Island, South Carolina has been transformed into a cozy two-bedroom residence. The 2,221-square-foot home was originally built in 1865 during the Civil War era as a smokehouse for Dr. Randolph Bradford, reportedly constructed by a carpenter named Mr. Chambers. After the Civil War, it was moved “piece by piece” from swampland to its current site, where it has remained for more than 100 years. In 1952, Mr. and Mrs. W S Dunbar repurposed it into a private residence, expanding living space while maintaining the structure’s integrity. Interior features include pine-paneled walls, exposed beams, hardwood floors, a country kitchen with handmade cabinetry, a red brick floor, and a wood-burning fireplace. The 1.17-acre lot is surrounded by mature trees for privacy.

"Offered for just $265,000, the historic 2,221-square-foot Beech Island, SC, home, which sits at the top of the week's most popular homes list, was originally built in 1865 during the Civil War, when South Carolina was still a Confederate state."

"According to the listing, the home is said to have been built by a carpenter named Mr. Chambers as a smokehouse for Dr. Randolph Bradford. Following the Civil War, it was relocated "piece by piece" from swampland to its current location, where it has stood for more than 100 years."

"However, in 1952, it was repurposed into a private residence by Mr. and Mrs. W S Dunbar, who "thoughtfully transformed" the structure, expanding it to add more living room, while carefully "maintaining the integrity" of the original property."

"Vintage details include pine-paneled walls, exposed beams, and hardwood floors. A country kitchen has handmade cabinetry, a red brick floor, and a wood-burning fireplace. The serene 1.17-acre lot is surrounded by mature trees providing extra privacy."

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