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!
Active
$649,000
97 Benson St, Hartwell, GA 30643
8beds
4,414sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1896
0.87 Acres Lot
$621,200 Zestimate®
$147/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private fireplaceInviting wraparound porchesRecently renovated commercial kitchenSerene private gardenEn-suite bathrooms
- 60 days
- on Zillow |
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- 24 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 01, 2025 at 11:13am
Listing Provided by:
Casey McGuirt,
Century 21 Connect Realty
Source: FMLS GA,MLS#: 7529969

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 8
Rooms
- Room types: Other
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
Video & virtual tour
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
- Special conditions: Standard
- 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 & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: None
- Subdivision: Tract 1
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hartwell
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $147/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $505,184
- Annual tax amount: $2,643
- Date on market: 2/25/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: None
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