12300 Indian Mound Rd, Ware Shoals, SC 29692

Step back in time and experience the architectural character of this Victorian-style home, completed around 1905. This historical gem sits on 3.2 acres in rural Laurens County, SC. The home boasts a classic wrap-around front porch (section screened) to enjoy the southern charm. 5 bedrooms, with the primary bedroom and bath on the main level. Entry Hallway features the original staircase. The formal dining room and family room are both off the grand hallway. The large eat-in kitchen includes a fireplace, quartz countertops, ample cabinets as well as a large entry area just off covered carport. Second full bath conveniently located on main level. 4 spacious bedrooms on the 2nd level and bath with original clawfoot tub. Aside from a primary residence this property opens a myriad of business possibilities. The plan/design is one of Sears, Roebuck & Co. as well as one of the first homes in the area to have electricity (via the DELCO Wet Cell Battery System). In the early 1900's this property included well over a thousand acres. Whether you are looking to establish a Bed and Breakfast or AirBNB property this provides ample space and historical significance for a ‘unique’ venture. .. located amid the rich history of ‘Daniel’s Store’ aka ‘The Beehive’… general store was built and operating prior to the Civil War. In 1878, James Martin purchased the store and his descendants continued to operate the ‘Beehive’ for 119 years. This home, located across from the General Store, was built by a member of the Martin Family and remained a family residence until the late 1900’s. The home sells “AS IS”. Come and tour! Don’t miss the opportunity for this historical gem to be your home or new business ‘venture’!

Updated Sept 2018!! - New kitchen counters and appliances! Original wood flooring reconditioned throughout the house. All rooms freshly painted! Wrap around porch with new floors and new ceiling paint! French doors to double entry parlors! Extremely large 5 bedrooms! 3 full bathrooms with all new tile and new tile in showers! Must see this fully updated home! Priced to sell! This property is part of the historical Daniels Complex dating back over 200 years! Purchase can be combined with the adjacent property to include additional 5.1 acres (Martins General Store and BeeHive Cafe) or purchase separately (See history of properties below) A History of this property This store, first known as Daniel's Store, or the "Beehive, " was built before the Civil War by James Wright Daniel (1814-1904) and several business partners. In 1878, James Martin (1815-1879) bought the store from the other partners and became sole owner until his death early the next year. Martin's son J. C. Martin (1861-1949) and his grandsons ran this general store for 119 years. The grandsons, J. Y. Martin (1906-1969) and J. H. Martin (1907-2000) continued to operate the store until it closed in 1997. It sold groceries, dry goods, automotive, and farm supplies, was a polling place, housed a doctor's office and was the site of many community gatherings. The Masons, the Grange, and the Woodmen of the World held meetings on the second floor for many years. Martin's General Store Established in the early 1800's as a general store which provided everything the early settler needed for his homestead. It has always served as an important gathering place for the community. It was converted to a restaurant in early 2012 and is still serving the community featuring local produce and farm fresh food cooked and served like you wish mama still cooked!