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5 Beds
4 Baths
5,509 sqft

$1,070,500

131 Melbourne Drive, Athens GA, 30606

Price per sqft$194.32
Built in1990
Property size5,509 sqft
Property typeResidential

Overview

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Listed Jan 14, 2024

Updated Jun 3

The epitome of the Classic Southern Home meeting Modern Sophistication is found in this Elegant, All Brick Estate nestled on 2 private acres in West Athen's - Sedgefield. Highly spacious, yet intimate & cozy, this floor plan will appeal to buyers loving a defined room plan, as well as an open concept plan w/ it's easy flow & large spaces. Upon entrance, you will be "Wowed," but, focus back on the grand 2-story open staircase & rich hdwd flrs found throughout the entire home. To the right find the Great Rm boasting wood burning fplc, 4 bowed front windows, & gorgeous, custom wall of windows interspersed w/ a bookshelf between each window. All windows in home offer custom plantation shutters & many, decorator roman shades. To the left is the formal (or casual) Dining Room w/ double doors leading into the Kitchen & Family Room. Take a breath as you make your way into the finely appointed & true Heart of the Home. This state-of-the-art Kitchen hosts Spagnol Cabinetry, timeless absolute black leather finish granite, Top of the line stainless appliances (including Dacor drawer microwave, Double convection ovens, 5 burner gas cook top, Miele Dishwasher & French door refrigerator), oversized prep & gathering island, coffee bar, ample counter space, built in pantries, spice closets & stainless farm sink. The kitchen extends into the breakfast area featuring a built-in window seat, wet bar & brick wall giving the room add'l southern character & warmth. From the Kitch or Dining Rm, enter the generous sized Family Rm w/ big brick hearth & Fplc featuring a wood storage cabinet. Wall of sliders will fully open to bring outside entertaining into this room! From the family room is access to the scrn'd porch, the fun study/pet/play nook under the stairs, the back stairway, & the 3-car garage. Off the foyer hallway are multiple storage closets & well-appointed powder room. On the right wing past the Laundry Rm is the Lavish Owners Suite boasting space for large furniture & sitting area around the fplc. The Suite opens to its own patio area overlooking the pool. Vestibule to Ensuite offers His & Hers closets which gives the opportunity for more privacy w/out the bath door right in bedroom! Absolute luxury abounds in renovated bath w/ freestanding soaking tub, separate shower w/ frameless glass, double sinks, & beautiful quartz countertops. Making your way up the graceful, open staircase, take in the extensive trim & the fine appointments, as they a will again set the stage for what is to come upstairs! At the top of the staircase is the entrance to the rear balcony viewing the magnificent property. What a great place for stargazing in the big open Athens sky! Hdwd flrs & quality amenities found on main level continue upstairs & in all bedrooms. There are four 4 bdrms upstairs, each with their own charm. Two share a spa-like jack & jill bathroom and the other two share a very large hall bath. The 4th bedroom opens to a bonus room w/ back stairs to main level...perfect for teen or au pair. Moving outside, is your private retreat on 2 acres...most of the property has been professionally landscaped except the private woods you view & share with the deer family neighbors. Enjoy the heated pool, and definitely bring all your furry friends, because a large portion of the yard is fully & tastefully fenced. Prestigious Sedgefield is one of West Athens best kept secrets. Tucked away off Tallassee, it is just minutes to the Loop, UGA Medical College, Prince Ave Medical Center & Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital, Downtown, & UGA. Enjoy Intown living but have the advantage of acreage & insulation from traffic... immerse yourself when you want! They are no longer building a true Classic Home like this today in the Classic City! However, with this beautiful estate you also have: NEW roof, windows, kitchen, baths, HVACs, and hot water heaters all new or under 5 years, flooring, paint, all pool equipment, landscaping & more! Welcome Home.

Additional information

MLS® ID
20166829

Interior Features

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4
Fireplace
Yes
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
1.96 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$6,320
Tax Frequency
Annually
Garage
Yes
Pool
Yes

Bought with BHHS Georgia Properties and Listed with BHHS Georgia Properties

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