Your Personal Spa Retreat and Game Day Oasis in Athens, GA! Welcome to 1041 Thornwell Drive, a stunning 7,791 sq. ft. estate on 2 private acres, perfectly suited for a large family and designed to impress. Located just minutes from downtown Athens within the renowned Oconee County School District, this home is also just one mile from the prestigious Athens Academy Private School and within 15 minutes to Westminster Christian School and Prince Avenue. With ample space for living, entertaining, and unwinding, this home combines timeless charm with modern comforts to create an unforgettable retreat. Step into your private spa retreat featuring a six-person sauna, a trendy cold plunge for rejuvenation, a brand-new hot tub, and a saltwater infinity-edge pool complete with a swim jet and built-in barstools. Stay active with the fully equipped fitness area and enjoy resort-style living every day. The upstairs boasts four massive bedrooms, two with ensuites and two sharing another full bath with separate vanities, a huge bonus room, and a raised media room-perfect for family living or entertaining. The completely custom laundry room, equipped with two washers and dryers, ensures maximum convenience. Located off an oversized fully customized garage offering built-in storage and finished flooring, it provides a mudroom and storage hub. Designed with entertaining in mind, the home's expansive basement attains a sophisticated yet cozy atmosphere with wood paneled ceiling, built-ins, and fireplace and includes a bar, secondary kitchen, and bonus room and bath ideal for overnight guests or a mother-in-law suite. Outdoors, the spacious pool deck, fire pit, screened porch, and pool house with outdoor TV create the ultimate Game Day experience, making this property an excellent AirBNB opportunity for UGA fans. Recent updates include three brand-new HVAC systems; upgraded insulation; whole-home water filtration system; and fully customized garage with shelving, built-in desk, & finished floor. This home offers unmatched flexibility, convenience, and resort-style living. Schedule your private showing today!
Sold for $1,625,000 on 06/03/25
$1,625,000
1041 Thornwell Drive, Athens, GA 30606
5beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
2.01 Acres Lot
$1,623,700 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$8,031 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 10, 2025 at 11:58am
Listed by:
Bryan Bufford 706-338-0005,
Georgia Home Partners Realty
Bought with:
JW Thaxton, 417791
Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: CM1023150
Originating MLS: Athens Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
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Bedroom 1
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Bedroom 2
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Bedroom 3
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Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
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Bathroom 1
- Level: Lower
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Bathroom 1
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Bathroom 1
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Bathroom 2
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Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
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Bathroom 3
- Level: Upper
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Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Tray Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Other, Pantry
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Basement: Bathroom,Full,Partially Finished
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Screened
- Exterior features: Deck, Other, Landscape Lights
- Fencing: Yard Fenced
- Waterfront features: Creek
Lot
- Size: 2.01 Acres
- Features: Sprinkler System
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: C 031 002BA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Frame
Condition
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: None
Location
- Region: Athens
- Subdivision: Allgood Farms
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
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