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257 Methodist Park LN Hartwell, GA 30643

2 Beds

2.5 Baths

1,750 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,750 sqft

Price per Sqft $742

MLS Listing ID 10640391

Style Colonial,Traditional

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1873

Annual Tax Amount $1,984

Tax Year 2024

Lot Size 4.546 Acres

Acres 4.546

Lot Dimensions 4.546

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source Georgia MLS 2

Property Description

Introducing 257 Methodist Park Lane, a rare opportunity to create an unforgettable wedding and event venue along the Georgia shoreline of Lake Hartwell. Set on approximately 4.546 acres of level, private land, this historic estate offers a naturally beautiful backdrop for ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, bridal gatherings, and destination celebrations. Expansive lawns, mature trees, and newly opened shoreline views provide multiple settings for events of distinction. A recent storm brought down several older pecan trees near the water, revealing broader views across Lake Hartwell and creating an even more dramatic setting for lakeside ceremonies and sunset photography. Imagine exchanging vows beneath the trees, hosting cocktails beside the water, and welcoming guests to an elegant reception surrounded by Southern scenery. At the center of the property stands a charming two-bedroom, two-and-one-half-bath residence dating to 1873. Rich with period character, the home could serve as a bridal suite, private preparation space, overnight accommodation, venue office, or an intimate gathering area. It also offers compelling potential for restoration or expansion as part of a larger hospitality vision. The existing lakeside pavilion is especially well suited for entertaining. With two full bathrooms, it provides a functional foundation for receptions, cocktail hours, catered dinners, or covered celebrations overlooking the lake. A covered porch, open-air deck, and spacious patio create additional gathering areas and allow events to flow naturally between indoor and outdoor spaces. The property's level acreage offers flexibility for thoughtfully designed event infrastructure, including landscaped ceremony sites, tented receptions, guest lounges, photography gardens, parking areas, or future guest accommodations, subject to zoning, permitting, and applicable Corps of Engineers regulations. Two sizable exterior storage areas provide useful space for tables, chairs, decor, recreational equipment, landscaping tools, and venue operations. Conveniently located near Elrod Ferry Landing and Methodist Park, the estate combines privacy with accessibility. Its setting along Lake Hartwell's Georgia Corps of Engineers shoreline offers a sense of escape while remaining connected to regional amenities. Held by the same family since the 1800s and offered for the first time in generations, 257 Methodist Park Lane is more than a historic lakefront property. It is a setting where meaningful celebrations could become part of a new legacy. With its sweeping lawns, historic residence, lakeside pavilion, newly revealed water views, and remarkable sense of place, this estate presents an extraordinary canvas for a private wedding venue, boutique event destination, or refined hospitality retreat. Where Southern heritage, lakefront beauty, and unforgettable celebrations come together.

Location

State GA

County Hart

Rooms

Bedroom Description No

Other Rooms Outbuilding, Shed(s)

Basement None

Dining Room Separate Room

Interior

Interior Features Master On Main Level

Heating Electric, Heat Pump

Cooling Heat Pump

Flooring Hardwood, Laminate

Fireplaces Number 2

Fireplaces Type Family Room

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator

Laundry Laundry Closet

Exterior

Exterior Feature Other

Parking Features Carport, Storage

Community Features Lake, Park

Utilities Available Electricity Available, Water Available

Waterfront Description Corps of Engineers Control,No Dock Or Boathouse

View Y/N Yes

View Lake

Roof Type Composition

Garage No

Private Pool No

Building

Lot Description Open Lot

Faces I-85 to exit 14 to SC 187 to US 29 to Elrod Ferry to Methodist Park Lane

Foundation Pillar/Post/Pier

Sewer Septic Tank

Water Well

Architectural Style Colonial, Traditional

Structure Type Wood Siding

New Construction No

Schools

Elementary Schools Hartwell

Middle Schools Hart

High Schools Hart

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Tax ID C81C 050

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

Special Listing Condition Updated/Remodeled

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