c.1839 Louisiana Cherokee Plantation For Sale on 12.69 Acres $1.4M

$1,400,000

Rooted in a 1795 Spanish land grant issued to Philippe Frederique and Jacques Faure, Cherokee Plantation stands as a testament to early American heritage. This Louisiana Cherokee Plantation construction predates 1839, marking the milestone year when Emile Sompayrac purchased the property from Narcisse Prud’homme and tailored the architecture for his wife, Clarisse. Beyond its structural significance, the estate’s rear grounds served as the dramatic backdrop for the famed 1839 Bossier-Gaiennie duel. The plantation was later christened “Cherokee,” inspired by the magnificent rows of Cherokee roses that originally graced its grand entryway.

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Own a Remarkable Piece of Louisiana History Here is your opportunity to own a truly unique piece of history. Cherokee Plantation, offered fully furnished, sits on 12.5 acres and stands as an exceptional example of the Creole Cottage-a traditional architectural style indigenous to Louisiana. The elegant single-story home is elevated approximately six feet on brick piers, with floors, walls, and its massive hipped roof constructed from hand-hewn cypress using traditional heavy timber techniques. The four original central rooms feature bousillage walls-a mixture of mud and moss-framed between the posts and braces. The interior walls were historically painted, while the exterior was finished with weatherboards, preserving the authenticity of its Creole craftsmanship. In total, the property encompasses 12.69 acres, including 8.29 acres with the main house, two barns, and additional historic structures. Across the street, an additional 4.4 acres front the beautiful Cane River, featuring a 1900+ sq. ft. two-bedroom, three-bath home with a large living room and large dining room and an expansive screened porch, plus an original outbuilding that has been thoughtfully converted into a caretaker’s cottage. Both homes come fully furnished as shown in the pictures. This property offers multiple opportunities for redevelopment. Cherokee Plantation is more than a home-it is a timeless legacy of Louisiana’s architectural and cultural heritage.