Estate for All Seasons
Grand Estates Auction is pleased to present this
Iconic Greek Revival Southern Estate located
at 3312 Hilton Avenue, Columbus, Georgia at
absolute auction with no minimum or reserve
bid.
Set amidst 4.3± acres of evocative gardens, this
magnificent mansion was built in 1938. At more
than 8,400± square feet, the home’s architecture
embodies the traditional Greek Revival style
popular among the South’s elite citizens. It has
been the site of numerous society events and
charity balls through the years. This six bedroom,
six-and-a-half bath estate home was impeccably
restored in 2006 to reflect contemporary tastes,
while retaining its traditional splendor.
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
home features large central corridors and an open
flow through each room of the main floor.
Exquisite design details include dentil-style crown
molding, chair rails, heart pine and oak flooring,
floor-to-ceiling windows, neoclassical pilasters,
and marble hearths. The main floor includes
a living room, formal dining room, kitchen,
breakfast nook, library, exercise room, theater
with sound and lighting, and a magnificent
sunroom with extensive garden views. Upstairs,
the master suite and guest or family bedrooms are
spacious and elegantly appointed, and each bath
has been beautifully updated with state-of-the-art
fixtures. There is an attached three-car carport.
Located in this genteel city’s most desirable
neighborhood, this home is just across from the
exclusive Columbus Country Club.
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, frosted-
glass 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
is the ultimate luxury retreat. This enormous
room offers 10’ ceilings trimmed in four-piece
crown molding and rich, oak floors. The walls
are beautifully papered in elegant grass cloth for
warmth and intimacy, and there is a stunning gas
fireplace with marble hearth and surround. The
bedroom features a private sitting area perfect for
curling up with a book, as well as a Juliet-style
balcony that looks onto the property’s extensive
front yard. A ceiling fan provides a gentle breeze
on warm Georgia summer evenings, and large,
double-hung picture windows offer excellent
views of the gardens.
There are two master bathrooms, including his and
hers closets with extensive storage space for all your
attire, and rich oak flooring. There is a large soaking
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
bath offers a shower, private toilet, and built-in
dressing cabinets. Extensive cabinetry provides
plenty of storage for linens and toiletries.
Guest Suites
Perfect rooms for your family members or honored
guests, the home’s five guest suites offer plenty of
space. On the first floor of the home, a private guest
suite features a private bath, heart pine floors, and
pale celadon wallcovering, as well as a high ceiling
capped with a fan. The other four guest bedrooms
are located on the home’s second floor, and feature
either oak flooring or lush carpeting for comfort.
Two of these spacious, airy rooms feature private
baths, while the other two share a bath, perfect for
children. One of the second-floor guest suites also
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.
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.
Sunroom
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, slate-
floored 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.
Outdoor Entertaining Spaces
European Gardens
A Southern mansion would not be complete
without traditional gardens designed in the
European style. This 4.3± acre property boasts
magnificently manicured grounds with mature-
growth 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 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.
Columbus, Georgia
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.
IconicGreek
Revival
Your Southern RetreatDon’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
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