122 N Gilmer St, Lexington, GA 30648

Property Description

Welcome to beautiful historic Lexington, a 20-minute drive to East Athens. This sweet, picturesque home originally dates back to the late 1700's with its wavy glass windows and rolling wood floors, it has had quite a history in its 200+ years. Located on a quiet Street in a beautiful park like setting among grand properties in the historic district. The house sits on a pretty green hill with beautiful old granite steps and a brick walkway leading up to a wraparound porch. The half acre yard is contained in the rear by an ancient stone fence, which makes it feel like your in a storybook setting. You can Enjoy the view on the screened in porch which is just off the kitchen. The kitchen has been updated to include quality stainless steel appliances, including a gas range and a stainless steel laundry center. Countertops are butcher block and porcelain tile, while floors are waterproof engineered to match the existing original floors of heart Pine and Oak. Also off the kitchen, you'll find a half bath. All Bathroom materials are all either marble mosaic or tile...No fiberglass shower stalls or LVP here! The primary enjoys an en suite bath with a wide deep soaking tub. There is a Jack and Jill bathroom with a shower between the two remaining bedrooms. The bedrooms are large and ceilings are high. The center hall is a room in itself with built in bookcases. All bedrooms open to the center room as does living room via a set of French doors. New HVAC using high-efficiency mini splits that have kept the house nice and cozy these cold days, while the tankless water heater and new attic insulation make for great efficiency. The roof is recent as is the paint, and the plumbing and electric have been modernized over the last 25 years. Lexington itself is a wonderful community of interesting people many of whom you can meet personally on Saturday mornings at the Rowdy Rooster in town. You will find Artists, retired UGA faculty and folks that have lived in the community for generations. The downtown is seeing a slow but sure Renaissance. The property represents an extraordinary value for the Athens area with it's history, style, quality and artfullness. Come and see!