Saving One of Savannah’s Oldest Houses: Habersham House, Savannah, GA

The Olde Pink House, originally known as Habersham House, is located on Reynolds Square in Savannah, Georgia. Built in 1789 by James Habersham Jr., son of a prominent colonial official, the house was part of Savannah’s early elite residential district during the Revolutionary period. James Habersham Jr. and his family were closely tied to the political and economic life of the colony, and the house reflects the status of Loyalist-aligned families in Savannah during the conflict.

The symmetrical side gabled construction features a central hall single pile plan, corner quoining, and a Palladian window over the front entrance. The interior retains its original fireplaces and mantels, as well as two large kitchen fireplaces located in the basement. In 1812, the house was converted for use by Planters Bank, which added the north wing. It subsequently operated as the Georgia Tea Room and an antiques store until the current restaurant opened in 1971.