Circa 1900’s Restored Historic Home – Endless Potential
201 Ben Hill, LaGrange, GA
T his grand Victorian lady in historic downtown LaGrange sits picturesquely on a corner lot with views of Bellevue Mansion from the inviting verandah. The present owner has lovingly restored historic homes in Charleston, SC, as well. With her exceptional talent in restoration and interior design, she has created this Turnof-the-Century treasure - a dazzling showplace with endless potential!
Owner’s Quarters- Elegant Entry & Parlor- Exquisite Circa 1800’s Stained Glass The amazing home is presently an income-producing multi-family with 3 incredibly charming apartments and a delightful backyard bungalow. It is also zoned for a Bed & Breakfast – location is perfect with historic downtown within walking distance offering trendy restaurants, museums, festivities on LaFayette Square, 10-screen Carmike Theatre, live theatre and fun shopping! LaGrange College is just around the corner. You can view its campus from an upstairs porch. Hills & Dales Estate and Ferrell Gardens are walking distance too – a historical destination unsurpassed! Or, maybe you’d like to bring the home back to a glorious 4,016 square foot residence with its 8 fireplace, 7 bedrooms and six baths! Owner has restored it in a way that makes this entirely possible
too! Step inside and fall in love with the romance of an era gone by – a stunning backdrop for those who love antiques, have a contemporary flair, or enjoy the eclectic style!
The owner’s quarters are dramatic with antique hardwood floors, high ceilings, and exquisite stained glass & leaded glass windows which grace all three apartments. The winding staircase leads to the upstairs level. Talk about the WOW factor! The upstairs hall features the dining area with its rare turquoise chandelier – all the chandeliers in this apartment were purchased in Charleston and have a story to tell. The hall also boasts a Chef’s dream kitchen! This unique gathering space is to die for!
Kitchen boasts top-of-the-line Jenn-Air Refrigerator, Kenmore Range & Dishwasher, Alabama White Granite‌
The living room in this apartment is a handsome gathering place with a rich color pallet & dĂŠcor & stained glass!
The master suite is dreamy with its stained glass window which sparkles with the sun’s glow and wonderful dressing room and morning kitchen just outside the master bath itself. Tres elegante! Two guest rooms on this level are lovely and both feature fire places! One features another exquisite stained glass! Guest baths are sunny & sleek! One features a claw foot tub & sliding barn-style original door with transom and black hardware.
You’ll adore the screened porch just off the kitchen – perfect for dining and entertaining overlooking LaGrange College! It just doesn’t get any better than this! Live in this fabulous 3 bedroom, 3 bath unit and rent out the other 3 – one is 2 bedrooms 1 bath, the other is 2 bedrooms and 2 baths and bungalow is 1 bedroom, 1 bath. Gross income annually for the multi-family is $24,300. Net income less expenses is $18,400. Private common spaces are the brick outdoor patio with its trickling fountain and fire pit… and the Southern Verandas!
Listed Exclusively by Nancy Kustermann RE/MAX Culpepper 706-957-3253