Ben Affleck's For-Sale Plantation House Is Full of Southern Charm

Ben Affleck is selling his gorgeous southern antebellum Greek-revival Georgia plantation for $8.9 million through Engel & Volkers. It’s nicknamed “The Big House” and here’s why:

It’s situated on 87 acres on Hampton Island.
The main “Big House” is 6,000 square feet and has several stately fireplaces and 15-foot ceilings.
There’s also a 10,000-square-foot guest house for 20 featuring five bedrooms and three master suites.
The property includes a cottage.

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The antebellum-style main house has four bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms.

Located just 35 miles from Savannah, the historic-looking home is perfectly polished. Here’s a look inside:

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The living room is elegant yet relaxed and inviting, thanks to the slipcovered sofas. The grand fireplace has a mirror hung over it that reflects the centerpiece of the room: the chandelier.

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Reclaimed brick adds a historical feel to the home.

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The open, airy kitchen has a relaxed feel. Large armoires and an island provide storage for pots, pans and china.

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Large 25-foot columns and plenty of veranda area leads out to scenic views of the North Newport River.

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A proper southern antebellum home isn’t complete without a collection of rocking chairs on the porch.

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One of the bathrooms of the main house features a clawfoot tub and antique lighting.

Oyster House, the 10,000-square-foot guesthouse

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The open floor plan guest house can sleep at least 20 guests. There are three master bedrooms and five bedrooms furnished with bunk beds.

Around the property

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The boat dock on the property is next to the cottage.

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The property sits on 87 acres for the ultimate private nature experience.

The lucky buyer also has a billiards room, library, horse stable and golf privileges on the island golf club.

This post originally from Fresh Home

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