270 years ago, King George II awarded a land grant to Benedict Bourquin, a French Huguenot who immigrated from Bern Switzerland to begin a new life in the colonies. First arriving in coastal SC in 1732, the family soon moved to their new land and named the plantation “Bern” in memory of their homeland. They then began the arduous task of digging and planting rice fields. The plantation was located ideally along the Little Ogeechee River, which provided the perfect wetlands necessary for the rice fields. The tidal creek that feeds these ancient rice fields also provides an area for a possible dock. This permit will need to be obtained through the DNR, but two independent permit professionals do not foresee a problem. Across the creek is a dock which will help set the precedent. Remnants of these fields can still be seen today with the dikes and canals traversing the spectacular high round dotted with moss draped ancient oaks. Through the years, much of the property was divided and sold but the remaining portion of “Bern” has now become available. There are approximately 218 acres total with 83 acres of high ground. The original home no longer remains but the land is unspoiled. Mixed hardwoods, pines, and hundred year old oaks create low country scenery that is unmatched. A waterway comes off the Little Ogeechee and proceeds parallel to the southern border of the property providing easy access for trout and bass fishing. In addition, ample deer and turkey wander the undisturbed environment. The drive to Historic Downtown Savannah is 5 minutes, making this a truly rare find. For the equestrian lover, the property is fenced and cross fenced with a remaining old barn. With a new barn, apartment, and paddock, an owner would have a beautiful equestrian property. Many Savannahians board their horses quite a distance from home. Now you have the opportunity to continue your own private plantation on the edge of Savannah. You cannot ask for better proximity, privacy, and Savannah history. There are no conservation easements in place allowing a new owner the possibility of establishing one and taking advantage of state tax credits and federal tax deductions. Bern Plantation awaits!
Family retreat and farm is a beautiful 150± acre turnkey cattle and income producing hay operation. The character of this property can truly only be appreciated in person. With a charming cabin situated on a 4± acre lake, the lake views from the porch and slate fire pit are tranquil and serene. The land consists mostly of fenced pasture land for hay and cattle production. There is also excellent fishing and hunting, with deer, dove, duck and turkey often seen around the tract. The property is located on Hwy 17 just outside of Louisville, GA and only 45 minutes from Augusta.
- This Property Includes:
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100 acres hay pasture fertilized annually for the last 5 years
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20 acres fenced cattle pasture with large wooded area for shade
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4 acre stocked lake w/dock, lights & fish cleaning sink
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3 acre wet weather flooded duck pond surrounded by 20 acres of natural land for bird hunting
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5 wells on property
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Possible option for deer lease position on over 1500 acres adjoining the property
The 1580 sqft cabin is stacked rock with a metal roof and has 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, vaulted pine ceiling den and wood burning fireplace in sitting area off of the kitchen. A large 30’x30’ double car, high ceiling garage attached to the cabin is complete with mudroom area, refrigerator, double sink, two large side roll up doors leading to extended covered concrete pads on both sides for grilling, parking utility vehicles or campers (has 30 amp hookup). Also has a hook up for an outdoor spa on the lake view side.
At the Northwest corner of the property is a large 40’x60’ covered shop with a concrete floor, power, four large roll up doors with water access and flanked by two 40’ dry box storage containers for feed or general storage. In front of the shop is a Garden shed next to muscadine vines, blueberry bushes & peach trees with septic hook up for a camper or mobile home. Behind the shop is a covered area with a large deer or produce cooler and a game cleaning station. This part of the property also hosts two large garden spots and another small metal building for storing garden equipment.
Toward the east side of the property you will find a 50’x75’ metal hay or equipment barn with two sides that are open, a 36’x50’ pole barn for storing equipment, boats, or trailers, a four bay covered concrete dog kennel, a covered concrete chicken coop, and a covered concrete fuel and mower shed.
Adjacent to the 20 acre cattle pasture is a large multi-section cattle corral with a covered concrete pad at the head gate area, a working windmill with a wind generated water pump to fill the main cattle water trough automatically, two additional water trough stations (one covered), and a covered dry feed station for cattle.
- Equipment NOT INCLUDED in sale but available for purchase:
- John Deere 5085 Tractor – Bought new 2015, 721 hours
- John Deere 469 Silage Hay Baler – 4716 bales
- Kuhn DM3551 Hay Cutter 12 ft – Bought new 2018
- Kuhn SR110 Hay Rake 8 wheel – Bought new 2018
- John Deere Hay Spear
- Bale Hugger
- Krone Tedder
- Kuhn GMD600 Hay Cutter 8 ft and KMC Caddy
- Hay Trailer – 36 ft 9 bale self dump – Bought New 2018
- John Oliver Antique 1950 era row crop Tractor
- International Truck 1986
- Rhino Bat Wing Bush Hog 15 ft
- Baltic Broadcast Spreader
- Frontier 6 ft Box Blade – forward or reverse
- Bush Hog 3210 Bushhog 10 ft