FOR SALE: 1848 Plantation on 240 acres!

FOR SALE: 1848 Plantation on 240 acres!

Richland is the kind of Southern estate that feels almost impossible to recreate today. In this episode, we tour an extraordinary circa 1848 historic home set on 235 acres in historic Church Hill, Mississippi, just north of Natchez along the legendary Natchez Trace. Surrounded by rolling pastures, towering hardwoods, ponds, creeks, and some of the most breathtaking landscape in the South, Richland is a rare blend of antebellum architecture, sporting estate, and private retreat.

The approach alone is unforgettable. A live oak canopy entrance, complete with a historic gatekeeper’s cabin, opens into a winding drive lined with mature hardwoods and blooming azaleas before revealing the stately brick residence sitting proudly atop the highest point of the property. Built in 1848, the home is a remarkable example of Greek Revival and Southern plantation architecture, featuring a full-length columned front porch, massive 13 to 16 foot ceilings, formal parlors, historic proportions, and beautiful natural light throughout. Brick construction of this scale was exceptionally rare for the period, making Richland architecturally significant from the moment it was built.

Inside, the 6,500-square-foot residence balances historic character with thoughtful modern restoration. The home underwent a major renovation in 1990 and was featured in publications including Architectural Digest and House Beautiful, while the current owners have continued extensive renovations over the last five years. Original architectural details blend seamlessly with curated antiques sourced from France and across the American South, creating interiors that feel layered, authentic, and deeply connected to the history of the property. One of the most remarkable surviving elements is the original detached brick kitchen, now converted into guest quarters while preserving a rare piece of antebellum domestic architecture.

Beyond the architecture, Richland is a true Mississippi sporting estate and wildlife property. More than 70 acres of fenced pasture combine with mature hardwood timber, rolling topography, five ponds, and a substantial creek system flowing into Cole’s Creek and ultimately the Mississippi River. The land supports trophy whitetail deer, turkey, dove fields, fishing opportunities, and thriving native wildlife habitat, while extensive plantings of camellias, magnolias, palmettos, herbs, and azaleas create an almost cinematic Southern landscape.

Richland represents something increasingly rare: a historic Southern estate where architecture, land stewardship, history, recreation, and beauty all exist together in one place. Whether you love historic homes, Greek Revival architecture, Mississippi estates, sporting properties, Southern history, or simply dream of escaping the modern world for something quieter and more timeless, this is a property you will not want to miss.

Listing: https://stedmanulmer.com/properties/9227-river-road-fayette

Listed by: Billy Ulmer 601-431-5022, Stedman Ulmer Properties 601-442-2286

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