Belfont Plantation House
Belfont Plantation House, Agricultural plantation house in Beaufort, North Carolina
Description
Belfont Plantation House was a residential dwelling built in Georgian architectural style with symmetrical design and classical proportions typical of Southern manor homes. The structure embodied the building standards of wealthy landowners during that period.
History
The structure was built in the 18th century as a plantation manor and remained an important part of the region's settlement history for generations. Its inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976 acknowledged its significance to the area's past.
Culture
The house served as a hub for farming activities and social gatherings in the community. It reflects how people in the colonial era organized their daily work and social lives together.
Practical
The site offers information about regional architecture and farming practices from the colonial era. Visitors should inquire in advance about access and tour availability, as conditions can change.
Did you know?
The structure was one of hundreds of documented plantation sites that shaped North Carolina's agricultural development. A fire in 2024 destroyed the historic building and ended its physical presence in the landscape.
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