1218 Mill Street, Camden, SC 29020

• 5 beds |
• 6 baths |
• 6,641 sqft

Property Description

THE CROWN JEWEL OF HISTORIC CAMDEN | The DeSaussure House A Legacy Reborn: Honored by the City of Camden, Historic Preservation Society in 2025, this 1846 estate has been meticulously reconstructed from the studs out. It is a rare "old-world soul meets new-world precision" residence—where 19th-century character meets 21st-century engineering and all-new mechanical systems. Unrivaled Luxury: Upon entering the Grand Foyer, you are greeted by two flanking parlors, both adorned with custom wainscoting, 14 ft ceilings, and original heartpine flooring. Beyond the Grand Foyer lies a seamless 1,950 sq. ft. expansion. This modern wing features a world-class chef’s kitchen, two large pantries, food and coffee station pantry, and a butler's pantry, a climate-controlled sunroom, and a lavish main-level primary retreat with a custom-built dressing room. The estate also includes a street-level executive office and a "speakeasy" wine cellar reimagined from the original stables with exposed historic brick.The Grounds: This stunning 6,641 sq. ft. home sits on 2.08 lush, newly landscaped acres featuring five 19x19 bedroom suites and eight fireplaces. The estate is further enhanced by a private rockwell, supplying pH-balanced alkaline water to the entire landscape and providing a sustainable source of premium drinking water that can be bottled for the residence. Visionary Opportunity: With its grand proportions and expansive acreage, this estate is perfectly positioned as a premier Luxury Bed & Breakfast or an elite private wedding venue. This architectural masterpiece is a must-see! Schedule your private tour today to experience one of South Carolina's finest historic offerings. This material is based upon information, which we consider reliable, but because it has been supplied by third parties, we cannot represent that it is accurate or complete, and it should not be relied upon as such. Disclaimer: CMLS has not reviewed and, therefore, does not endorse vendors who may appear in listings.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

March 17, 2026

Data Last Updated:

March 25, 2026 at 12:43AM

Listing Office:

The Camden Group LLC : 803-999-5151

Listing Agent:

Rosalyn Nickelson :

MLS ID:

629347

Interior

• Rooms: Enclosed GarageSun RoomLibraryMedia RoomOfficeWine CellarWorkshop
• Master Bedroom: Double VanityFireplaceCloset-His & HerBath-PrivateSeparate ShowerCeilings-High (over 9 Ft)Floors-HardwoodRecessed LightingSeparate Water ClosetTub-Free StandingMain
• Dining: Built-insFireplaceFloors-HardwoodMoldingCeilings-High (over 9 Ft)Butlers PantryRecessed Lights
• Living Room: FireplaceFloors-HardwoodMoldingCeilings-High (over 9 Ft)Recessed Lights
• Laundry: ElectricGasHeated SpaceMud RoomPorchUtility Room
• Basement: No Basement
• A/C: CentralSplit SystemMultiple Units
• Heating: CentralElectricGas 1st LvlGas 2nd LvlSplit SystemWater SourceMultiple Units
• Fireplace: Gas Log-NaturalFireplaces: 8

Exterior

• General: BlockBrick-All Sides-AbvFoundFiber Cement-Hardy PlankWood
• Style: Colonial

Construction

• General: Crawl Space

Location

• Road/Access: GravelPaved
• School District: Kershaw County
• County: Kershaw

Utilities

• Water: PublicWell
• Sewer: Public