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Blackbeard's House |
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| Blackbeard headquartered out of what was shown on ancient maps as
the "white house" which was located on what is now Taylor's creek,
overlooking the inlet to the Atlantic Ocean at Beaufort. After nearly 300
years, things have changed. Today the house is known as the Hammock House,
and the the house is over 500 feet from water due to build up and filling
in over the centuries.
The Hammock House, oldest home in Beaufort dates back to approximately 1700 and has been used for a variety of purposes during its nearly 300 year history. It has had 31 owners who held it for periods varying from less than one year to over 21, the average possession being a little over 9 years. It is probable that it was originally built as an "ordinary", or inn - the owners hoping to profit from sea or land travelers overnight needs. But it's been used, also, as a home, a residence for Union soldiers, a summer house and a school. |
