This historic home was recently featured in the AJC Homes Section.

This is a rare opportunity to become an owner of a Reconstruction era home in North Atlanta. The c.1870 house has been recognized by the Sandy Springs Historical Society as one of the oldest buildings in the area.

Your home will have original features that cannot be duplicated in modern times. The masonry fireplace is constructed with imported, handmade bricks from Charleston. The heart pine floors, traditional moldings, 10-foot ceilings and large windows combine to give the home an unquestionable historic feel. The home stands as a monument to custom craftsmanship that defies the current wave of cookie-cutter homes.

The original character is maintained while providing modern conveniences such as a large master suite, ample closet space and an updated kitchen. Many improvements have been made that enhance the quality of the home. The entire driveway is made with hand-laid, individual pavers. The multi-level deck allows you to enjoy your morning cup of coffee and newspaper while enjoying woodland views. The secluded property is just under an acre.

The kitchen is a gourmet cook’s paradise. No detail was spared with pullout cabinets, subway tile, farmers sink, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar and a gas range. Dinner in the elegant dining room, with hand stenciled walls and period windows, will always be a special experience. The office / bedroom has bookshelves and cabinets built by a true craftsmen.

You’ll like watching television in the large den that is part of a desirable, open floor plan. It opens up into the kitchen and connects to the sunroom with a row of French doors. The windows in the scenic sunroom can be opened to catch a cool breeze.

Architectural historians will be quick to spot the wide hallway as part of the original home. A central hall extending through the house would provide a breeze during the summer months.

The master bedroom is quite large and seems even bigger with a vaulted ceiling. As part of the master suite addition, you get a large bonus room. This room can be used as an extra TV room, an office or a nursery. When you wake up in the morning you can walk out on the upper deck for a view of the woodlands.

The carriage house above the garage has a complete kitchen and bathroom. It can be used for rental income or as a private office / studio. There is also access to a separate laundry facility in the garage.

Offered at: $849,000
MLS: 3981061

If you would like to see more pictures, check out the virtual tour of this unique Sandy Springs home. It’s just outside the Perimeter, so you have the benefit of Sandy Springs schools and convenience to great shopping, restaurants and Buckhead Atlanta. Please feel free to contact me for a tour of the historic “Lon Mitchell” home.