About Beaufort's Old Point

Many newcomers to Beaufort, SC dream of living in Historic Downtown Beaufort, an area teaming with 200-year-old mansions, and immense historical significance which dates back to Colonial Times.

When my family was searching Beaufort for a home in the mid-1990s, we drove through the Old Point and dreamed of living in this neighborhood made famous by Beaufort native son Pat Conroy. We dreamed of being able to walk downtown for dinner at the shops and restaurants of Bay Street, Beaufort's best-known thoroughfare. The Old Point is probably the most consistently sought-out area in Beaufort.

The downtown area is the land of The Great Santini, and The Prince of Tides, two Conroy stories which have immortalized Beaufort, SC in both novel and on film. There was only one Santini, and there is only one Beaufort.

Thanks to the current housing market, there are seemingly endless real estate opportunities in Beaufort's Historic District which weren't there a few years ago. Did you know you can purchase a property, 3.5 blocks from Bay Street, for under $79,000? Yes, it needs plenty of work, but -- take my word for it -- some of the swankiest mansions and homes in downtown Beaufort were darn-near uninhabitable homes when I moved to the area in 1996. Now, they are showplaces.

There are two low-maintenance condos in the Old Point available for under $300,000. One of these, which was purchased for more than $350,000 just a few years ago, is available for $225,000. From this location, you can walk -- and take your time doing so!!! -- to Bay Street in about two minutes.

I am not ashamed to admit that, a few years ago, I thought the days had passed when you could purchase a home in the Old Point for under $400,000, regardless of the amount of work required.

Yes, opportunity abounds in Historic Downtown Beaufort. For more information on these opportunities, visit www.ExploreBeaufortRealEstate.com. Thanks for stopping by, and have a great day.

When visiting historic Beaufort South Carolina, take time to take a horse and buggy ride through history to include many historical points of interest around town. Beaufort has two horse and buggy companies: Carolina Buggy Tours and Southurn Rose.

Southurn Rose: http://www.southurnrose.com/

Carolina Buggy: http://travel.yahoo.com/p-travelguide-3002481-carolina_buggy_tours_beaufort-i

If you see any historical homes on the tour and would like additional information, simply call RE/MAX Sea Island Realty at 843-525-0020.

We can show and sell any home in Beaufort South Carolina, no matter which real estate company has it listed! We would consider it an honor to represent you in your real estate transactions.

The Chocolate Tree is Beaufort's one-stop-shop for fine chocolates and other confections made right on the premises!

You can have your candies shipped anywhere in the world or visit the master candy-makers in action in Historic Downtown Beaufort, South Carolina.

The Chocolate Tree is a Beaufort icon. Located in downtown Beaufort, this delectable little shop offers more than just a cure for the common sweet tooth.

Gifts, souvenirs, and smiles are always readily available.

Beautiful Beaufort South Carolina has a little something for everyone. If you are planning a visit, relocating, or considering the purchase of a second home, Call Cherimie Crane today for more information on Beaufort South Carolina Real Estate.

Chris and Maria Skrip of RE/MAX Sea Island Realty took the buggy tour through historical Beaufort South Carolina. The buggy tour starts from Downtown Marina and winds through the Historic District and Old Point in Beaufort SC. On the tour, you see many historical homes and landmarks from the Revolutionary and Civil War eras. The tour is like taking an hour long history lesson on Beaufort. We found the guides very informative and historically accurate.

Cisco Kid getting ready for the buggy tour in historic Beaufort SC.

Chris & Maria Skrip - George and Lola Billberry take the buggy tour of historic Beaufort South Carolina during their visit the weekend of 9/27/08.

Rhett House Inn on Craven Street in historic Beaufort South Carolina.

I loved the hammock on the 2nd story porch and just had to share this photo! This was one of the prettiest days we had in Beaufort SC! There was a nip in the air of Fall weather and a wonderful breeze, so it was the perfect day for the buggy tour!

Picture of one of the historical homes in The Point with lake in front.

Beaufort Art Association sponsored The Mermaids a few years ago. Pictured here is the mermaid that takes residence beside the lake in The Point.

Picture of a historical home in The Point - this is the home that owns The Green (per the tour guide) - the home is currently under renovation.

Picture of The Castle located in Old Point in historic Beaufort South Carolina.