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AMERICUS, c. 1833. The Guerry House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982 following a meticulous restoration. The main house, carriage and well houses are original structures. Two guests cottages have been added to the 14 acres of beautifully landscaped property which includes 14 artesian springs and 11 spring-fed ponds. Handcrafted furniture and heirlooms adorn the interiors. A rich history of distinguished guests lends extra charm to a unique historic treasure. Ideal Bed & Breakfast! Contact Mark Pace, ALC at Southern Land & Realty 229.924.0189 or marktpace@bellsouth.net.	AMERICUS, c. 1842. This lovely Victorian-era, carefully restored, is the oldest surviving residence in Americus. Approx. 4100 sq. ft. with 4 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, featuring ornate mantels, original stained glass, a large paneled library and upgrades to kitchen and baths. Additional improvements to property include pool and pool house, new garage with period door, interior and exterior paint. $395,000. Contact Kay Pace, AHS, with Southern Land & Realty, 229.924.0189 or kaysassi@bellsouth.net.
AMERICUS, c. 1892. Splendid Queen Anne house, 4334 sq. ft.5/6 bedrooms, 3 baths. Oriel window, stained-glass, heart-pine flooring, panelled wainscot, plaster cornice & medallion. Spacious, well-lit rooms. Updated kitchen with stainless-steel appliances. Generous-sized porches & nice, fenced-in backyard. Desirable location in Americus Historic District. $305,000. Contact Charles Crisp at Southern Land & Realty (229)924-0189 or (229) 938-4127 (cell) or charlescrisp@bellsouth.net.	ATLANTA, c. 1896. Renovated 1 BR/1BA bungalow with high attic space for expansion in Historic Whittier Mill Village near the Park. The home features two working antique brick fireplaces (gas retrofit), antique hardwood flooring, original bead board on the walls and the high ceilings, updated kitchen with granite and stainless appliances, exceptionally large master bedroom, and an antique clawfoot bathtub. All rooms are very large, and there is lots of sunlight. The home is in extremely good condition. Offered at only $194,900. This is "entry level" for this neighborhood of homes valued up to $450,000. Contact Cindy Dennis with Dorsey-Alston, Realtors 404-735-3367 or for more photos, visit www.dorseyalston.com.
AUGUSTA, c. 1931. Classic Sandhills Cotttage on "THE HILL." Approximately 3,100 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 2 with anterooms that could be office, playroom, or sleeping porch. 3 full baths. This home features large rooms with high ceilings, 2 working fireplaces, hardwoods & front porch. Located in the heart of sought after Forest Hills neighborhood. Property ripe for renovation and TLC. $225,000. Contact Jane Barrett (706-736-7916) or Ann McRae (706-394-1436) w/ Blanchard and Calhoun Real Estate Company (706-863-8953). For more information & photos, visit www.blanchardandcalhoun.com.	BUENA VISTA, c. 1915. The Wooten-Croxton House. Elegant interiors, period fixtures, brass & copper hardware, hardwood floors, 6 mantelpieces (2 solid mahogany). 12ft. ceilings, French doors, 4br/2 baths, sunrooms, huge porch. 4000 sq. ft. Ready for restoration. 2/3-acre landscaped lot, 3-bay carriage house. Wayne Coulter, 706-587-8321, hashiyama7@aol.com, www.fcrealtors.com MLS#100796
COLUMBUS, c. 1926. Columbus' only Neel Reid house. 4 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, Formal Living Room, Dining Room, Sunroom, Sunporch, Library, Pool, Separate Garage with small apartment, Small storage building, Large lot with 3 1/2, acres of land, Sprinkler system. Placed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. House, lawns, gardens & garden buildings, as well as some of the interior decorative features, were the creations of architect Neel Reid. The red brick house and outbuildings are a Federal design with Greek Revival details. The front entrance and garden portico have Greek Doric orders and the small temple that forms the gazebo has Tuscan columns and treillage. Owners through the years have maintained the integrity of the property. Call (706) 653-9637.	LAGRANGE, c. 1906. Listed on the National Register, this lovely Greek Revival is situated on 2+ acres in a charming southern college town. Beautifully restored, this 5 bedroom home features beautiful moldings, 8 fireplaces, 2 staircases, parquet floors, gourmet kitchen with cathedral ceiling and granite countertops and more. Jenny Copeland, owner, broker, 706-402-4084. www.jcopelandrealty.com
MACON, c. 1911. Cherokee Heights, Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, Payne-Wellborn House; 3br, 2bth; unique; large rooms around atrium; fenced yard, double lot, detached unfinished garage/workshop, Ludowici roof tiles, recent total re-wire; original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, picture molding, zoned HR-2; Property ripe to continue my renovation and TLC; $141,000; FSBO; contact Brian at kbcausey@cox.net or 478.738.9627	MADISON, c. 1883. Aesthetic Movement classic on 11+ acres in the heart of Madison's prestigious Historic District. Influenced by Oscar Wilde's American lecture tour on "The House Beautiful,' the parlor contains the only known US example of Grotto paper. Original carved and ebonized mantles, stenciled ceilings, Minton and encaustic tiles. Damaged by fire in 2001, most of the elaborate interior remains intact. 5,000 sq. ft., 14 ft. ceilings, symmetric layout with dramatic central hall. www.ftmhouse.com Contact Debby Stephens, John Wilson Sycamore Oconee Real Estate 706-484- 1373, cell 678-725-5242 GMLS #02697003 www.sycamorerealestate.com
SAVANNAH, c. 1822. One of the last remaining original Savannah Federal style houses. Exterior restoration completed along with the Gardens. Interior Period details include original heart pine floors, solid mahogony doors, oak leaf medallions (ceiling,doors,windows), hand carved plaster moldings. Over 5,000 sqft of interiors and piazzas. Garden level can be restored separately. Across street from Davenport House Museum. Completely renovated c.1848 Carriage House available for long term lease. $898,000. Contact: wkswing@gmail.com or 828-713-3389. View more photos.	SPARTA, c. 1838. Bird-Pierce-Campbell House. Greek Revival has been rehabilitated almost to completion! Most original features still intact. 4,000 sq. ft. (additional 2,000 sq. ft on ground level). Plaster ceiling medallions & trim, black Italian marble hearths & mantels, historic windows, shutters & lovely staircase. Main floor has double parlor separated by pocket doors, kitchen, formal dining room & half bath. 3 great BRs, 2 BAs upstairs. Ground level designed to be full guest suite (kitchen area & full bath). New roofing (including copper for porches), wiring, plumbing and 6-zoned A.C. units are in place. $349,900. Teresa Hollis, United Country, Hollis Realty Co., 877-444-6204 or 706-444-6106. www.ucgeorgiarealty.com
SUWANEE, c. 1832. Antebellum Farm Home, 3-BRs, 3 ½ Baths on Main, 1 Large Bedroom Up, 3-Fireplaces, 3-Car Carriage Garage, Potting Shed With 1-Car Bay, Log Smoke House, Original Heart-Pine Floors & Ceilings, Sunroom, Court Yard, Stone Walks, Swim, Tennis & Golf Membership, Best Schools, Linda Poston, Metro Brokers/GMAC. 404-843-2500, linda.poston@metrobrokers.com. Pictures & Virtual Tour at www.realtor.com.	See The Georgia Trust's Revolving Fund FOR ENDANGERED properties for Sale!