A Historic Hartwell Treasure – The Iconic Skelton House Step into the timeless elegance of The Skelton House, a cherished Hartwell landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This stunning 8-bedroom estate, each room featuring its own private fireplace and 8 with en-suite bathrooms, offers an extraordinary opportunity to restore its former grandeur—whether as a boutique bed and breakfast, intimate event venue, or luxurious private residence. A recently renovated commercial kitchen provides a strong foundation for a thriving hospitality business, while the inviting wraparound porches offer picturesque views of historic Benson Street. In the rear, a serene private garden sets the stage for weddings, corporate gatherings, and special celebrations, seamlessly blending charm and function. With on-site parking and additional public parking nearby, guests will enjoy both convenience and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Just minutes from Lake Hartwell and the marina, this remarkable property is an unmatched investment in history, elegance, and endless possibilities. Don’t miss the chance to write the next chapter of The Skelton House—schedule your private tour today!
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$521,500
97 Benson St, Hartwell, GA 30643
8beds
4,414sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1896
0.87 Acres Lot
$521,500 Zestimate®
$118/sqft
$3,014 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 21, 2025 at 11:11pm
Listing Provided by:
Casey McGuirt,
Century 21 Connect Realty
Bought with:
NON-MLS NMLS
Non FMLS Member
Source: FMLS GA,MLS#: 7529969
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 8
Primary bedroom
- Features: Other
- Level: Other
Bedroom
- Features: Other
Primary bathroom
- Features: Other
Dining room
- Features: Other
Kitchen
- Features: Other
Heating
- Other
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Other
- Laundry: Other
Features
- Other
- Flooring: Other
- Windows: None
- Basement: Other
- Number of fireplaces: 7
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,414
- Total interior livable area: 4,414 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,414
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Other
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Other
- Waterfront features: None
- Body of water: None
Lot
- Size: 0.87 Acres
- Dimensions: 300 x 120
- Features: Other
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: I57H087
- Other equipment: None
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: None
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1896
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: None
- Sewer: Other
- Water: Other
- Utilities for property: Other
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
- Energy generation: None
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: None
Community
- Community features: None
Location
- Region: Hartwell
- Subdivision: Tract 1
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: None