Private owners still preserving centuries-old Tombee Plantation
By Tony Kukulich
The Post And Courier
ST. HELENA ISLAND — Searching for a historic property is a challenging proposition, but even the most challenging endeavor can sometimes be blessed with a touch of serendipity.
Such was the case for Columbia residents Steven and Kate Madden.
The couple, having decided to get serious about looking for a historic home, focused on finding a property in downtown Beaufort in early 2022. As they describe it, the search was over almost before it began.
“They don’t come up for sale very often,” Steven said. “We saw a couple, but they would have required a lot of work.”
Thinking they might have struck out, a business associate sent Steven the posting for Tombee Plantation located on St. Helena Island. On a whim, they contacted Shannon Tanner, a close friend and local real estate agent to arrange an opportunity to see the property.
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