217 W Robert Toombs

Description

Magnificent Greek Revival c.1818 tucked peacefully among gorgeous grounds of massive magnolias, oaks, mature pecan groves and varieties of ageless historic flowering shrubs, hedges and plantings lovingly left by those who lived graciously on this grand Southern Estate, still owned by descendants the original family. It has never been sold, only inherited. In addition to the 40 Acres from the original land lottery, the property now encompasses some 55+/- acres within the town limits of Washington, GA. The "back 40" is planted with 25 year old Lobb Lolly pines. A "One of a Kind" treasure, predominantly wooded with mature hardwoods and scattered open areas, gentle rolling topography along creeks, ridges and bottoms with the “back 40’ being planted in Lob Lolly Pines.Six large fluted Doric Columns embellish the home with a porch of rockers spanning the entire front and a convenient side drive passes through the Port Cochere. The interior of this Antebellum is stunning with a beautiful curved Black Walnut staircase, hardwood floors, original mantles, exquisite parlors, inviting study, elegant formal dining with butlers/serving pantry area. There are five bedrooms, five baths and many common areas such as wide expansive center halls up and down, den, study, sitting rooms and formal parlor, all beckoning one to linger... The front center hall upstairs has an entrance to the front balcony and at the back of the center hall a stairway leads down to the back screened porch. The master wing on the main level is bright and airy with spacious comfortable sitting area and large windows providing tranquil views of the surrounding grounds as well as the formal side garden. This elegant southern home boasts approximately 5,812 Square Feet!