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For Sale $1,200,000

MLS Number 10543290

5 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
2 Half Baths
Square Footage - 5,750 *estimated

Where do we start Famed UGA basketball coach Hugh Durham lovingly built this home as his personal estate in 1979 The current owner only the third painstakingly restored this southern belle to her former glory and it is SIMPLY BREATHTAKING Located on almost 4 acres and nestled among other estates on large acreage tracts enter the property off Old Jefferson Rd via a long winding driveway There is also access along Walton Creek Rd With AR zoning and no HOA affiliation it is permissible for a few horses and stables A circular driveway provides a grand entrance and plenty of parking for guests in addition to the side entry two car garage As a nod to the original owner UGA you ll enter the home tween the hedges You can t help but notice the opulent landscaping which is fed automatically with a series of sprinklers all well fed But just wait there s so much more A wide brick walkway leads you to the double balconied facade into the welcoming grand foyer Inside you are welcomed straight into the pages of Southern Living Wide heart of pine plank flooring gleam and deep custom molding run throughout the home Formal dining and living rooms flank the foyer Thoughtful flow leads your guests to the massive great room with a large wood burning fireplace and deep wood wainscotting A large wetbar with granite counters sink custom built ins and refrigerator nook sits adjacent with a serving window Tucked quietly beyond is the 1st of two main level powder rooms Accessible through the great room foyer and dining room is the kitchen Brick flooring and accents high end appliances marble countertops and custom built ins make it a true chef s dream Beyond is the 2nd half bath and large mudroom laundry room again with tons of custom built ins A wide rear deck runs the length of the home overlooking the inground pool and gardens but we ll get to that later Upstairs is the owner s suite with more storage and closets that you ll need to go shopping to fill them The bath is a spa like oasis boasting a steam shower deep soaking tub and more custom built ins Two additional bedrooms and baths round out the second floor which also has those lovely heart pine floors and deep custom built ins The upstairs balcony is accessible from either the owner s suite or the front secondary bedroom a wonderful place to enjoy your first cup of coffee On the 3rd level is a giant suite with sitting area bedroom and ensuite bath Back downstairs to the terrace level you ll find an unbelievable in law suite A gourmet kitchen walk in pantry second laundry room bedroom bathroom stone fireplace with gas starter huge living room and sunroom area this is a whole house itself Per owner this space is approximately 1500 sf Large windows and French doors open to the massive patio and pool area Outside the owner s green thumb and decorating expertise continues to show You ll appreciate the vignettes and outside rooms A large Martha Stewart garden shows off roses peonies fruit trees raised veggie gardens all protected by deer fencing Words and pictures just don t do it justice The landscaping spinklers and pool are fed by well water Timers and strategically placed water faucet wheels make maintaining the grounds easy for even those of us without green thumbs Nitty gritty the home is fed by 4 gas HVAC systems 3 of which are new with UV light The fourth one is newer as well There are 2 gas water heaters one is new and the other is less than 5 years All the windows have been replaced by the current owner All appliances have been replaced The roof has been recently inspected with the roofer remarking on the quality and hardiness of the materials Approx 5 750sf this house is beyond solid This home is remarkable in every way and the owners were reluctant to sell but a new chapter is calling Be the one to make this one your next chapter

From Atlanta take I85 North to Jefferson exit Take HWY 129 south after entering Clarke Co look LEFT for Oak Grove RD take a left then immediate right on Old Jefferson Rd house will be second on left or use GPS

6180 Old Jefferson Road is a 5,750 (*estimated) square foot home with 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms located in Athens GA, Clarke County. This property is listed for sale at $1,200,000 and is currently active and accepting offers.

listed by real estate agent todd stegall and courtesy of greene real estate co.

The Rains Team
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