Sabine Hall, Georgian plantation in Richmond County, Virginia.
Sabine Hall is a two-story brick and stone Georgian manor with a prominent four-column portico that overlooks the surrounding landscape of Richmond County. The property extends to Jugs Creek and is bordered by Route 360, with original terraced gardens that connect the main residence to the colonial-era grounds.
Landon Carter, the son of the wealthy Robert 'King' Carter, built this house between 1738 and 1742 as an expression of the family's power and wealth in colonial Virginia. The construction during these years represents a peak period for plantation architecture in the region.
The main hall displays carved walnut wall paneling and ornamental details that show how wealthy colonial families displayed their taste and status through their homes. Visitors can see how the interior spaces were designed to impress guests and reflect the family's position in society.
Most of the property remains private and visitors should view the building from the road and surrounding areas rather than expecting to enter the house itself. The grounds are most accessible during warmer months when paths and approaches are in good condition.
The house has remained in the hands of Carter family descendants for generations, keeping it genuinely inhabited rather than converted into a museum. This means original objects like paintings, furniture, and decorative items from the colonial era have stayed in their intended rooms.
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