Antebellum Greek Revival Georgia Mansion -- video tour (SOLD)

[@maureenhoward7733]

Thank you to all for viewing and commenting. I'm very happy to report that the house sold...closed today. I have not met the buyer but my mom could not be more happy that a lovely, generous man will now call this place home. Warms my heart.

[@DecayUNCUT]

Will she still let people tour the house? Tom

[@galemartin6781]

Maureen Howard, beautiful home!

[@danielp5570]

You kidding me the fire places are gas gas fireplaces are so not for this. House what happened to the good old wood burning fireplaces

[@jimjordan5630]

@@danielp5570 Most probably the fireplaces in that house were not originally "wood burning" but are probably "coal burners". The fireboxes for burning coal are much different than the one for burning wood. The chimney would have also been slightly different due to drafting and the heat that would have gone up the chimney. A lot, if not most, of these old homes have had their chimneys "lined" and have gas logs in place now. unless they're listed as a Historical landmark or fall under some other guidelines to maintain authenticity of the period and/or original structure. I know because I own a 1910 Neoclassical with eight fireplaces also and have had "experts" from several organizations give me info on the work that I'm currently doing. I hope that this info is of a help and for clarity of the subject.

[@danielp5570]

@@jimjordan5630 I live in a 1930s home with a woodburning fireplace I like them better than gas and coal

[@pattymiles2688]

It’s amazingly gorgeous but no way would I be able to live in that house after hearing y’all say that you used to play with the ouja board. No way!

[@icyuranus404]

interestingly enough, the house is designed like a masonic temple...

[@alien.superstar]

Bro....the. She said oh that door leads to the basement ....yea don’t go down there 😂😂

[@MTknitter22]

Patty Miles Exactly right.

[@colourwheel5703]

I agree

[@janetbratter1]

Amazing and sad how superstitious so many still are...

[@MonaDangerW]

I am in love with this home. I can only hope to find something like this in 5-10 years when I am ready to buy my forever home. We just bought a small starter home south of Savannah. But I dream of one day owning something like this.

[@judylee4649]

Am deeply gratified that your family respected the house and didn't do a 'modernization' of it during your time there. It's bones and antiquity are well preserved. Thank you for taking care of it. I hope the new owners have treated it well.

[@betsyross1621]

I would have updated tne kitchen

[@constancekrischan9967]

OMG what an amazing property! The home is spectacular, well maintained and still holding all its charm.

[@sjgreene785]

You are blessed to have lived in such a beautiful home. It is stunning. IT SHOULD STAY A MARRIAGE HOUSE! Just saying.. Big Christmas tree's..oh my! 8 Fireplaces..YES! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@reesedaniel5835]

There are some very beautiful old homes in Macon, Ga. I was there this time last summer. I remember seeing this home, along with many other beautiful old homes that have lot's of "soul", unlike the homes of today that look thrown together by comparison. They just don't build things today like they did back then. You'd think it would be the opposite with all the advances in technology but the older I get, the more I realize that what is being called "progress" today actually means the opposite.

[@116ru8]

Unfortunately you are right and I see it too.

[@ShilohAcres2221]

Such a beautiful home. Praying the right family comes along to preserve and build more wonderful family memories.

[@carolweaver3269]

So glad this home has been sold. Am sure it will be purchased by a family that will love it as much as all of you have for so long! Thank you for sharing it with so many.

[@truebeautyj6165]

Gorgeous home. Just gorgeous.

[@shanenolan85]

True BeautyJ 💯💯💯

[@jenpearce1537]

What an absolutely priceless gem! It's my dream to own a home like this and help preserve it for future generations.

[@jcrane45585]

I can't afford to buy your home, but I absolutely loved your video tour. I have watched it more than once. I hope my children remember their childhoods as fondly as you and your sister. Seems like you all had an enchanted childhood there!

[@desibec]

What a beautiful home and such a great video tour with warm and wonderful personal memories. I hope that someone buys this house who will give it the same loving care and preserve it as your family has done all these years. I think the personal stories are the best selling points.

[@vernonsanders371]

U were lucky to grow up in a house like that

[@sukochilee4770]

To be able to grow up there...what a dear

[@RaquelFox]

Thank you for sharing this, it really is a beautiful dream house!

[@kellymcfadden7514]

Beautiful! I love old homes like this! How wonderful to grow up there!!

[@macaylafowler195]

Been on the market for a little over 200 days. In 1 year, I plan to make a move and this home is on the top of my list. If it's still available, I'll fly down there.

[@fifipossible]

As of now, it is still available. Thank you for your interest!

[@terrirambo5354]

Such a beautiful home, I wish... Thanks for the lovely tour.

[@slwtgf]

That is best chandelier I’ve seen, exquisite actually, and sometimes I don’t like them! This one is light yet airy and no doubt bright..

[@barbarasunday3514]

That is my kind of place! Same era as my Grandma's farmhouse. I would update kitchen, paint, and carpet,and maybe hide a residential elevator somewhere, but the new owners are so lucky.

[@ashleywatson2007]

you ladies did a wonderful job! Thank you for sharing such a wonderful memory with all of us. I hope your home find a wonderful family that will treasure it such as yourself and your family.

[@maureenhoward7733]

Thank you!!!

[@hannahfraley4743]

Maureen Howard How much is the house?

[@maureenhoward7733]

It's listed at about $297,000 but we are very open to reasonable offers. :-)

[@kimdelk1181]

Beautiful southern mansion! Love the big mirrors, big windows, fireplaces and wallpaper downstairs. Great potential for a family or as a wedding venue!!

[@fightingbear8537]

I like seeing this style of architecture.

[@harlessdon]

WOW. Having the owner give the tour made this the best u-tube presentation. Thanks.

[@NYricanMinded]

Beautiful home filled with beautiful energy!

[@stephaniewright8049]

I absolutely love this house! I love history so any historical house or building has always been an interest of mine. I love when people have old house and keep a lot of the original shelving and fireplace. I hate when people completely remodel an older home and you can not even tell what decade it is from! This is beautiful. I would only redo the kitchen and bathrooms

[@ericdemilo2497]

Wow! Gorgeous. Thank you for sharing. 😃😃😃

[@tristanj9245]

Just a beautiful home! Thanks, for sharing this with us!

[@strawberryme08]

What an amazing place to grow up! You will cherish this video and those memories! Sending love

[@LoireValleyChateaux]

We would LOVE to see this home restored & furnished to it's original Grandeur! ❤️🙏

[@vickistudstill5596]

I’m very touched by the love you have for what always be your home....I never comment on videos very often.

[@AIROFJOY]

Nice home and glad to see you sold it well. Warm place to live.

[@graceserenachristie2914]

Cool house. My roommate would have waited there and scared me he would have loved this house. Glad it sold.

[@debbiepieretti9784]

What a beautiful inviting home!!!

[@DragosDomnara]

Gorgeous home and wonderful memories

[@lorascelsi8102]

Love it. Hope it purchased to someone who appreciates good craftsman ship.

[@Bobrogers99]

This is a beautiful old home with a mix of original features and renovations over the years. It's ready for a bit of restoration and some updating, and it would be interesting to know what path was taken by the new owners.

[@lindasanford3899]

I was raised in the house on the corner of Rogers n Clayton Ave. Dr. Lemon owns the home now. The staircases in the front n back have no nails they were made using wooden pegs.

[@taxthompsonfinancialpartne8354]

I hope you found a new owner but I enjoyed your sweet memories of your youth! It's the house that built you. Never forget!

[@callalily8888]

Congratulating you on your sale since that's what y'all wanted .... I wish you coulda kept it. Bless y'all 😢

[@SPOR1965]

what a fabulous home!

[@totallydomestic433]

Thank you for giving us a tour of your fabulous childhood home! My daughter & family lived in Macon for a few years & we would drive down your street and pick out our dream homes. (Just wishing) Yours looks very familiar. I can’t wait to text her this video. Hope you will find a new buyer who will Invest in it and love it as much as you ladies do!!!!

[@maddy-dm7zr]

This is literally so cool.. I wish I could live in a house like this..

[@bambiharzott2121]

Where do you live that it is cold?

[@justiceellis3096]

Not uninviting at all!! If I can convince my 14 year old daughter to move, consider it sold!! I am in love

[@reddixdebbix6540]

This is the house of my dreams. So beautiful ❤❤❤

[@marciaborg77]

Loved how the house looks so beautiful compared to the old houses in that year.

[@nikkil764]

So sad when a great family home has to leave the family.

[@fifipossible]

Monique Lehnhardt Well, we are hoping some other family can love it as much :)

[@hannahbarnes6264]

You front entrance really reminds me of the house in the conjuring film

[@rebelrocker3743]

Love that hallway and fireplaces !!!

[@mememo3764]

Beautiful!

[@alien.superstar]

“It’s a closet that leads to the basement...” “Yea. So don’t go down there” 🤔👀 yean gotta tell me twice. This ain’t finna be the conjuring part five

[@franksimmons4362]

It's not a closet that leads to the basement it's a half bath

[@cherylefuller5918]

@@franksimmons4362 The door next to the sink went to the basement. That means you are not carrying anything of size into the basement. not enough room to pass the sink easily. I would have stolen a few feet elsewhere to make the ½ bath.

[@SharonBaxter12]

Beautiful home!!! Really is sad y'all have to sell it.... 🇨🇱🙂

[@slwtgf]

That many years does deserve name inclusion,,and 3 is BA! Thank you for sharing and showing, love the history here!!

[@marthaphillips4827]

Gorgeous love the mirror not the drapes i would love furnishing it with antiques Alot of original charm too

[@almacintosh161]

I like the idea of having "the mad room".

[@maureenhoward7733]

Al MacIntosh :-) It was good radar for us kids... if it was slept in, you'd give everyone a wider berth that day.

[@ineldafitte5797]

We have one!

[@stacyhughes5530]

Great "bones" ! Im super curious to see the new owners "new n improved" video. Loved all the "memory" stories. Especially your mothers, about the dinning room. I could almost see myself eating Christmas ham at the table.

[@bonniebrown6960]

I live in Ga. too . I love this house !! I love all the light fixtures . I actually love wallpaper , but I might would upgrade some of it . I even love the 70's paneling . I guess I'm just ole fashion ? I love the red and green , but I've never been a big fan of blue . I think if it was my house I would turn the pool room into a playroom for my grandkids . I love all the closets and storage space , but that's one thing I would upgrade first if it was my house. I live in an old farm house and that's one thing that I complain about all of the time . My closets smells musky all of the time . I can't put none of my sheets in them , because they make them smell bad . My husband can build and repair anything , but I can't get him to fix nothing in our home . Drives me crazy !! lol !! Anyway..... you all were so blessed to get to live in such a lovely house . I hope whom ever moves in the next time takes good care of it and makes some wonderful memories like you all did . Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful house !! Love it !! ❤

[@cherylefuller5918]

May I offer advice on the repairs? Break them down either per room, or per necessity. Make a list of what you need, but don't overwhelm him with them. Ask him if he will give you x hours per week on repairs of projects. Then ask for 1 thing to get done, or one group of things, (i.e. changing all the faucet washers the same time) . Ask him what he will need on the way of tools or parts per project, get his agreement to fix that one thing, then get the parts. Then when he has finished, say, "Ok, all done, let's go play!" (or eat or visit friends or whatever.) don't overload him in the beginning, just focus on that one thing to be done that one day. After a time, all will get done and the house will be as you need it to be. More importantly, the marriage will be intact. As for the closets, maybe you need ventilation holes in them. Drill3/4" Holes along the bottom, and along the top of the doors. Add some screening behind them so critters don't set up house. To test if it is a ventilation problem, try leaving the doors open for a few days to air them out. Close them and open the next day to see if they still smell musty. That will be your answer. You can buy cans of Damp Rid that will absorb odors and place one in each first before drilling holes.

[@smoothjazzexcursion8164]

i love your house, glad you have great memories of living there

[@thegoodthebadandtheugly9920]

I just seen this house in a documentary of harriet Tubman on Amazon prime. Another thing is I cant believe this only sold for 121,300. I couldn't imagine even putting a number on this house, especially one that low. I guess that's what suck about living in California, cause just a room in thos house would sell for over a 100 thought in ca. Any how definitely a beautiful dream home to me

[@nicegurl408]

Woah! The website says its estimated $224,200. I thought it was like $3,000,000 AT LEAST. I live in CA. so I was expecting it to cost more. I wish that house was here and at that price! :D I've seen a REGULAR house for $3.4million

[@jacquelinex-5002]

What a fabulous piece of history. I saw this house featured on www.oldhouses.com. I'm sure you're sad to see it go Maureen.

[@nursefelicidad4685]

Brilliant memories in your family home.

[@zoeann1177]

In ten or fifteen years when I need a house, I need to own a historical home like this. Luckily where I live there is an abundance of those.

[@NatashaMilburnNovelist]

My compliments. This is such exquisite house. We want it so much! But we'll have only about 230.000$ from the sale of our house :( PS your mother has amazing taste I wish she came with the house

[@sandysimmer1279]

The house sold for $121,300 in 2017

[@samanthaekstein3080]

What a beautiful home

[@beverly5886]

OH! I wish I could afford this gorgeous house and the grand furniture to fill it and money for the upkeep!

[@pamhutzell8268]

So cool I would love this house! So pretty!

[@cocojo242]

Lovely home.

[@miguelamaya6246]

I knew I felt something before the viewing of this beautiful home... Listen Ouija board, is not a game... my Intrest in this beautiful home went from 100% to -10% in less than a second... when you opened the attic door, I saw it... I'm taking my business else where, thank you for sharing your beautiful home... PRINCE MICHAEL GIOVANNI...

[@maureenhoward7733]

miguel amaya It's sold, so you are safe.

[@betsyross1621]

Thank you for the tour

[@GrittyC13]

It sounds like youguys should have kept it in the family. I almost felt connected to the house after this lol

[@fifipossible]

Only two family members live in the area and neither have the resources or time to keep up with renovations

[@lorascelsi8102]

Love it. Just Bless property to clear unwanted spirits it will be fine. Beautiful.

[@lorascelsi8102]

Beautiful. Love it.

[@tammycoffeecr]

BEAUTIFUL home! If only I had the money it would be my family's home! I don't even know what state it's in but I would move lol

[@cyberpunkmodels692]

If it wasn't in such a populated neighborhood I would definitely buy it lol

[@MrPrentissDJones]

They sounded as if they were scared to go down the basement through the half bath door through the half bath door

[@kristinachapman3840]

Beautiful home. ❤️❤️❤️

[@cherylanders4196]

I wish you would have added some photos of when you lived there. like the Christmas tree in the dining room and your bedroom, just some random family photos. probably might be a more friendly selling point. but I love the jack-n-jill bathrooms. great use of space and practical for the regularly maintainable plumbing. lovely house what is the market price? just for curiosity sake.

[@galemakutty]

Me Too, Please

[@6767stanton]

Luv this home wish i was in a position to purchase and restore this property to its grand days is the stories true of ghost in this home.Anyway lots of luck my only option would be rent to own anyway thanks for the great video tour.

[@libertygiveme1987]

When she said the 'Attic' was the "BEST PLACE to play the OUIJIE BOARD', the HAIR on the back of my neck STOOD UP!!!! If ANYONE is interested in this house, they had BETTER bring along an 'EXORCIST!!!!

[@h.a.harris7423]

.........and I thought, "Oh, now someone will be too scared of a Milton Bradley cardboard game to buy this house........." and voila! Laughing so hard right now.

[@krisone5253]

Exactly! Who knows what demonic beings are in that house, staying quiet for now. Just waiting for some unsuspecting family to move in!

[@icyuranus404]

the house design is heavily influenced by masonic architecture. it's like a masonic temple already, you would need to destroy the house before it could be exorcised

[@debkski6084]

@@h.a.harris7423 THAT'S what I also thought at one time. You can even make homemade Ouija boards out of whatever you want... the point is that anything can become a portal if you designate it to be so and invite spiritual interaction.

[@h.a.harris7423]

We played with Ouija boards in an old house when we were kids, too. And, um, nothing happened. Ever.

[@kasino405]

A beautiful home.

[@BonnieDragonKat]

I was born a Napier, so this awesome to see!

[@jems824]

My husband's mother was a Napier. His great great grandfather built this house. I guess we are very distant family! Haha

[@BonnieDragonKat]

@@jems824 We aren't all that distant. Leroy Napier is my 3rd cousin 5x removed. Yep we are family. my email is [e-mail] if you want to keep in touch.

[@Callum-eg2qz]

I can’t believe the sheer quality for the price for that price the most you would get in Scotland is I 3 bedroom terraced hose in a sketchy area

[@blancaw6280]

7:10 was my favorite part. "That's the closet that leads to the basement...so DON'T go down there!" Oh God, what do you mean don't go down there? Sounds rather terrifying!

[@franksimmons4362]

Not a closet it's a half bath 😂

[@CozyPayPay]

@@franksimmons4362 you clearly didn't watch the video

[@sharonfauber2118]

Beautiful home♥️♥️💕💕

[@marythompson3658]

Beautiful house/get some money into it/and it will be beautiful!!!

[@Chichi11186]

I’ve always wanted a house with a basement. I’ve never seen one because I live in Florida

[@elminadoro2408]

🙂 Good tour Maureen 🤔 Lovely house 😊

[@priscillabasilio7738]

I am dyyyyying this is so beautiful!

[@bonniebickett4520]

I Love the kitchen!!

[@sylviacarlson3561]

Not feeling the wall paper and the red stairs........I'd have to redo that whole thing. I love the idea of chimneys (hopefully operable) in all those rooms!! Overall, although definitely some work needs to be done, a lovely, lovely mansion.

[@hobertlee7598]

Beautiful House

[@gincollum40]

thank you for sharing ...this house is beautiful ..its sad yall sold the home...im not sure if i could of sold it.

[@unclebubba1872]

Your home is absolutely enchanting. I'm sure that you're using a realtor to get it sold. Might I suggest that you get in touch with the folks over at Circa Old Houses. I'm sure they'd love to feature your home in an upcoming episode and/or publication. The site is somewhat of an online gathering place for people who love old houses. I'm sure that you'll be able to reach a broader audience of people, many of who are looking for that special old house to make their new home. It's always been a dream of mine to live in a beautiful Antebellum mansion, but I'm not at a place in my life right now to take on such a large home, but I really hope that you are able to find someone as passionate as me to become the next steward of your family home. I think you'll increase the odds of doing so with the help of the folks at Circa Old Houses. Best of luck to you.

[@maureenhoward7733]

Uncle Bubba thank you. it was featured on Circa and other sites like that but has lapsed, so yes should relist. we are using a realtor. .. just a special house requiring a special buyer. :-)

[@unclebubba1872]

Maureen Howard, just came across this video again and I'm thrilled to learn that you finally found a buyer for your gorgeous home. Congratulations and best wishes as you move forward with your life 🍾🥂🎉

[@davidarnold963]

OMG, HOW I WOULD LOVE TO BE ABLE TO HAVE THIS HOME.......

[@laurathompson9874]

Always surprising to find such grand rooms and such a small ordinary kitchen

[@lauriespiker5952]

May I ask why you're selling the house? You have so much wonderful history there ... isn't there a family member that wants to move in and preserve those memories?

[@maureenhoward7733]

Laurie... unfortunately some of us no longer live in Macon or have a household size of 1, which is impractical for the house size... selling so that another family can enjoy it is the right next step. thank you for watching.

[@lauriespiker5952]

It is a beautiful home, and you've provided a great glimpse into its history. I hope you find a buyer that will treasure it as much as you all have.

[@fightingbear8537]

Laurie Spiker I couldn't sell a house with so many memories.

[@susanrome6757]

Laurie Spiker Did you find out the selling price???

[@DecayUNCUT]

People don't understand that economics is not about emotions. It is about practicality. We would all love to keep what we have.

[@graemeneale9311]

I see that there are many resources thst document the history of this property. I am from a generation where the parents of many of my classmates purchased properties during this same era. Some of them spent their entire lives in the same homes and were recently placed into a position where the property had to be put onto the market due to declining health and old age. For me this has been the saddest part as I would prefer to have had one of the children continue on with the legacy. A number of factors including rampant crime along with poor market conditions means that in many cases it takes years to sell the property, there is just no demand.

[@mockingjaye3024]

I want this house!

[@pavementpounder7502]

Such a big house and you still had to share a room? Haha. Was it always a city house or did it used to be on a plantation?

[@cherylefuller5918]

most mostly likely always a city house.