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!
Property Types: Vacant Land
Oconee Forest Road
Oconee Forest Road is 5.01± acres located in Northeastern Jasper County. The property is located along a gravel road, approximately 10 miles outside of Monticello, and approximately 12 miles from Eatonton. The property is timbered in a mixture of pine and hardwood and has a gentle topography. This will make a great property for a home in the country. Come take a look at a great small property.
Creek Fork
Creek Fork is 67± acres located in northern Spalding county. The property is bordered on the north by approximately 750 feet of frontage along Hillview road. This property is a mixture of planted pine stands and natural timber stands of mixed pine and mature hardwood. The central portion of the tract is 14.5± acres of premerchantable planted pine. This area supplies a perfect bedding area for the healthy population of game in the area. Along the road frontage is a stand of merchantable planted pine that covers approximately 8 acres. The southern portion of the property is covered in natural pine and hardwood timber. Whiteoak, hickory, and red oak dominate the area. A large ridge runs east and west across the property and overlooks a small creek in the bottom. This creek intersects with a second small creek on the eastern border of the property. This property will serve as great recreational property or as a large home site. Give us a call to take a look at great piece of property.
Sandy Hill Creek
Sandy Hill Creek is 80.7 +/- acres located just outside of Oconee, Georgia. The property has dirt road frontage along Cox Town Road as well as frontage along Sandy Hill Creek to the south. The property is a mixture of hardwood and natural pine timber. Several small areas have been set aside as food plots. Game sign is heavy on the property and it will make a great hunting tract. Tracts of this size are harder and harder to find, so call us today to schedule your showing.
Twin Oaks Pond
This property is ready to go for any outdoors man with fishing and hunting at your doorstep. The 131 acre parcel has a good mixture of pine and hardwood timber throughout offering some bedding areas and open woods to hunt. Deer and turkey are plentiful in the area with a 1 acre pond and Ogeechee Creek access to duck hunt. An older mobile home is on the property that could be remodeled with well, septic and power in place. Call today to see this great property.
Shady Farms
Shady Farms is 5.81+/- acres located near Monticello in Jasper County. The property is gently sloping and forested with a mixture of mature hardwood and pine. This property is located at the end of a paved road and is bordered to the rear by a property that is nearly 300 acres. Give us a call to see a great place to build your home in the country.
Evergreen Lane
Evergreen Lane is 56.2 +/- acres located in Laurens county, near the town of Rentz. The property is a mixture of mature pine timber, natural hardwood regeneration, and fallow farm land. The fallow farmland would make a great area to put back into pasture or crop production. The pine timber could be harvested now allowed to continue to grow. The property has ample dirt road frontage and is in a private area. Deer and turkey sign are all over the property. This make a great weekend retreat, small farm, or place for a home in the country. Please give us a call to see a very nice property in a great location.
Five Chop Farm
Five Chop Farm is 82± acres northeast of Statesboro, GA on Five Chop Rd. & Hwy 24. This farm features 57± acres of cultivated land with the remainder being natural pine and hardwoods, along the entire eastern property line. Ideal property if you are looking for a new place to farm, build a home, or potential development. Located just 5 miles from Statesboro, 1 hour from Savannah, and 1.5 hours from Augusta. Call us today to schedule a showing. 912.764.LAND(5263)
Cochran Hwy West
Cochran Highway West is 24.83+/- acres located just outside of the small town of Chester. The property has frontage along HWY 126 and gently slopes upward to the west. The tomber was recently harvested leaving this a blank canvas for the new owner to design how they would like it. Power already crosses the property. This property will set up well for a smaller recreation tract or large homesite. Please give us a call to take a look at a great opportunity in Central Georgia.
Cochran Hwy East
Cochran Highway East is 16.14+/- acres located just out side of the small town of Chester. The property is a combination of fresh clear cut and a natural stand of hardwood and pine mix. A small creek flows across the property and adds character. The property has ample frontage along HWY 126 making future division very easy. Several areas would make ideal home sites. This property shapes up as a great home site in the country with plenty of elbow room. It is located within an easy drive to both Dublin and Macon. Come take a look and we think you will agree.