Iconic Greek Revival, Columbus, Georgia - Auction April 16

Iconic Greek Revival Absolute Auction Tuesday, April 16th at 2pm Columbus, GA

Estate for All Seasons Grand Estates Auction is pleased to present this

home features large central corridors and an open

Iconic Greek Revival Southern Estate located

flow through each room of the main floor.

at 3312 Hilton Avenue, Columbus, Georgia at absolute auction with no minimum or reserve

Exquisite design details include dentil-style crown

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molding, chair rails, heart pine and oak flooring, floor-to-ceiling windows, neoclassical pilasters,

Set amidst 4.3± acres of evocative gardens, this

and marble hearths. The main floor includes

magnificent mansion was built in 1938. At more

a living room, formal dining room, kitchen,

than 8,400± square feet, the home’s architecture

breakfast nook, library, exercise room, theater

embodies the traditional Greek Revival style

with sound and lighting, and a magnificent

popular among the South’s elite citizens. It has

sunroom with extensive garden views. Upstairs,

been the site of numerous society events and

the master suite and guest or family bedrooms are

charity balls through the years. This six bedroom,

spacious and elegantly appointed, and each bath

six-and-a-half bath estate home was impeccably

has been beautifully updated with state-of-the-art

restored in 2006 to reflect contemporary tastes,

fixtures. There is an attached three-car carport.

while retaining its traditional splendor.

Located in this genteel city’s most desirable neighborhood, this home is just across from the

Large windows throughout the home allow you to drink in the splendid surroundings of the English gardens and koi pond, badminton court, saltwater in-ground swimming pool, and charming gazebo.

With ceilings throughout soaring to nearly eleven feet, this estate is perfect for either family living or elegant entertaining. The façade features Corinthian columns, a formal portico, and a Juliet balcony off the master suite on the second floor. The entrance hall is filled with light and air, crowned by the dramatic spiral staircase. The

exclusive Columbus Country Club.

Master Bath

Spaces for Living Just to the right of the entrance hall is the formal living room, an elegant, spacious gathering place for your guests. The room features 10’8” ceilings beautifully topped with four-piece, dentil crown molding. This stylish space also offers judge’s paneling, fluted pilasters, chair rail, and double pocket doors to reflect the home’s traditional Greek Revival architecture. One of the jewels of the living room is the gas fireplace with marble hearth, perfect for creating a warm ambience on winter evenings.

Soaring windows provide excellent views of the English gardens and grounds. The room features beautiful heart pine floors and is adjacent to the library and dining room.

This traditional home features a separate library that is ideal for the master of the house to use as a study, or for any family member to use for quiet repose. It also features a marble gas hearth, high ceilings, and a custom-designed shell woodwork detail for additional flair.

Stylish Kitchen The heart of every home is its kitchen, and this property’s gourmet chef ’s kitchen offers both state-of-the-art appliances and traditional style.

Heart pine floors provide a warm glow while extensive cabinetry has recently been painted, a combination of ebony black and pristine white.

The kitchen features a marble-topped island and granite countertops. Even the most discerning chef will appreciate the Viking six-burner cooktop, a double oven in stainless steel, two sinks, two dishwashers, and two enormous refrigerators. This large, airy kitchen also offers the convenience of a walk-in butler’s pantry and laundry room, as well as a desk area perfect for your laptop computer.

Above the central island hang beautiful, frostedglass light fixtures that give the room a relaxed charm.

Breakfast Nook Just off the gourmet kitchen is the estate’s breakfast nook, a sunny, spacious room for casual family meals. The room offers heart pine floors and bright, white walls accented with crown molding details. There is a large, bay window with cushioned seating, a perfect spot for sipping a cup of tea and gazing onto the gardens. Connected to this in an L-shaped design is a large, cushioned bench that provides additional seating for the dining table. Built-in shelving is the perfect place to display treasured porcelains, serving trays, photographs, or books.

Dining Room Formal dinners in the estate’s elegant dining room are sure to be impressive affairs. Its 10’8” ceilings are decorated with beautifully detailed dentil crown molding, and double pocket doors are flanked by neoclassical pilasters. The room offers stunning heart pine floors for rich depth, and large windows allow guests spectacular views of the manicured gardens. Traditional design features include the tiered crystal chandelier, judge’s paneling, chair rail, and large, gas fireplace with marble hearth and surround. There is an exquisitely carved mantel with intricate acanthus leaf designs.

Master Suite On the second floor, the estate’s master suite

bedroom features a private sitting area perfect for

is the ultimate luxury retreat. This enormous

curling up with a book, as well as a Juliet-style

room offers 10’ ceilings trimmed in four-piece

balcony that looks onto the property’s extensive

crown molding and rich, oak floors. The walls

front yard. A ceiling fan provides a gentle breeze

are beautifully papered in elegant grass cloth for

on warm Georgia summer evenings, and large,

warmth and intimacy, and there is a stunning gas

double-hung picture windows offer excellent

fireplace with marble hearth and surround. The

views of the gardens.

There are two master bathrooms, including his and

bath offers a shower, private toilet, and built-in

hers closets with extensive storage space for all your

dressing cabinets. Extensive cabinetry provides

attire, and rich oak flooring. There is a large soaking

plenty of storage for linens and toiletries.

tub trimmed in marble, with sparkling chrome fixtures and a handheld spray shower attachment.

Pedestal sinks also feature bright chrome fixtures.

For the ultimate in privacy and luxury, each master

Guest Suites Perfect rooms for your family members or honored

are located on the home’s second floor, and feature

guests, the home’s five guest suites offer plenty of

either oak flooring or lush carpeting for comfort.

space. On the first floor of the home, a private guest

Two of these spacious, airy rooms feature private

suite features a private bath, heart pine floors, and

baths, while the other two share a bath, perfect for

pale celadon wallcovering, as well as a high ceiling

children. One of the second-floor guest suites also

capped with a fan. The other four guest bedrooms

includes a gas fireplace.

This elegant home’s guest suites are both large and inviting. Soaring ceilings and extensive windows make these rooms airy and light, and offer views of the beautiful grounds, saltwater pool, badminton court, and gazebo.

Sunroom Gloriously situated facing the home’s gardens, the estate’s magnificent sunroom is the ideal place for relaxing with morning tea or entertaining guests for sunset cocktails. Banks of floor-to-ceiling arched picture windows reveal the splendor of the gardens and the mature-growth trees. There is a floor of cool slate, and a high ceiling with fan give the room an airy, open ambience.

This incredible garden room includes its own separate HVAC system for climate control, as well as a dry bar and cabinetry for storage. The sunroom is conveniently located adjacent to the living room, as well as the unique covered terrace for additional entertaining space.

Outdoor Entertaining Spaces Host your guests or larger society gatherings on the property’s extensive grounds and outdoor entertaining spaces. The covered terrace, located adjacent to the sunroom, is a spacious, slatefloored expanse that may seat up to eighty for dinner. The terrace overlooks the home’s manicured, European-style gardens, providing the perfect setting for an elegant affair.

The saltwater, in-ground pool is surrounded by a stylish brick patio that is a full 2,376 square feet. Renovated in 2011, the pool is 42’ X 20’ with a deep end of eight feet, diving board and outdoor speakers. Additional brick patios create 3,800± square feet of total space for parties or family relaxation. There is an outdoor fireplace, grill, and covered cooking area, as well as a lighted badminton court perfect for summer parties.

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European Gardens A Southern mansion would not be complete without traditional gardens designed in the European style. This 4.3Âą acre property boasts magnificently manicured grounds with maturegrowth oaks, magnolias, and other lush trees.

Perfectly trimmed boxwood hedges create orderly spaces for strolling or picnicking outdoors. This beautiful space includes a charming gazebo, the ideal setting for a garden wedding, as well as a brick-lined reflecting pool and statuary. The home’s genteel gardens are reminiscent of an English country estate, a place for strolls, parties, or a lively game of croquet.

Columbus, Georgia Columbus was named one of Georgia’s “Top Renaissance Cities” by Georgia Trend Magazine in 2013. Described as “small-town charm and big-time buzz” with the perfect mix of cultural heritage, vibrant arts scene, and lively downtown business destination, Columbus includes the urban whitewater course, the Riverwalk, the Hughston Clinic, the Columbus Public Library designed by Robert A. M. Stern, the Columbus Museum, the National Infantry Museum, as well as the global business anchors of TSYS, Aflac, and Synovus. Columbus State University has brought not just the River Center for the Performing Arts, but also the riverfront theater complex. The Bo Bartlett Center for local artists and artists abroad will soon open.

Iconic Greek Revival

Directions from Columbus Airport: Take Airport Thruway 0.5 miles to I-185 South. Take I-185 South towards Columbus approximately 2.5 miles to Macon Road at Exit 6. Turn right on Macon Road and travel 1.3 miles to 13th Street on right.

Take next immediate right onto Hilton Avenue. Take Hilton Road 1.5 miles and on your right will be 3312 Hilton Avenue, Columbus, GA 31906.

Your Southern Retreat Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a historical estate adjacent to the Columbus Country Club and minutes from year-round activity and adventure in downtown Columbus.

Tuesday, April 16th at 2pm Come prepared to Bid & Buy™.

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