Canton Colonial Offers Historical Charm, Modern Touches At $1.2M

CANTON, GA — If owning a piece of historical charm is on the priority list for Canton-area house hunters, this custom-designed Colonial home just may leave the new owner feeling downright presidential.

Built in 2004, this five-bedroom, 5 1/2 bath home is a designed to be a replica of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate —just with a modern flair. With nearly 6,300 square feet of living space, this amazing home is situated on a three-acre private lot that sits along a private lake. With stately oak trees lining the English pea-pebbled driveway, the home boasts all of the charm with an old-world Colonial masterpiece, but also includes all of the 21st Century touches one could ask for.

The main level includes 10-foot ceilings, hardwood flooring and includes a luxurious library that features a see-through fireplace that provides a view into the generous-sized living room. The kitchen has been upgraded to include stainless steel appliances, a large island and breakfast area that has seating for 8-10 people.

The home also includes a in-law suite with its own sitting room, kitchenette, fireplace, bedroom and bath. A large outdoor garden patio or a 48-foot covered deck offers incredible views of your surroundings, which include more than enough space for a pool, horses or any other creative use the new owner envisions for the property.

• Address: 301 Red Gate Overlook, Canton, Georgia
• Price: $1,295,000
• Square Feet: 6292
• Bedrooms: 5
• Bathrooms: 5 Full and 1 Half Baths
• Built: 2004
• Features: Magnificent Colonial home custom designed as a replica of George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate. This fabulous home is nestled on a 3-acre secluded lot adjoining a 7-acre private lake. As you enter the brick column entrance and travel the English pea pebble driveway lined with Oak trees, you view a one-of-a kind custom built 3 story home adorned by a handmade Cupola. The house has numerous upgrades including solid wood doors, Victorian style door hardware, custom designed mantles encasing 6 fireplaces and 6-foot European soaking tubs. Main level has 10-foot ceilings, 12-inch baseboards, hardwood flooring and triple crown molding. Library features a Coffered ceiling, stained wood paneling and built-in bookshelves with a see-through fireplace viewing a spacious Living Room. Gourmet Kitchen with upgraded SS appliances, large island and separate breakfast area that seats 8-10. From the Kitchen and Dining Room, through the Gallery, is interior access to a 936-square-feet In-Law Suite consisting of a sitting room, kitchenette, fireplace, separate bedroom and gorgeous bath. Want to enjoy the view? Sit on the private side garden patio or 48-foot covered wood deck with 20-foot high columns while enjoying the magnificent view of the pasture and lake, a perfect setting for horses or a pool. Call or Text Agent for an Appt.

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