A Perfect Family Estate

Written By: Wiley Sloan | Issue: 2015/11 - November

Don’t miss the opportunity to own this piece of Highlands history.  Built in the early 1920’s by renowned craftsman/builder J. Walter Reese for William O. and Mollie Gardner Jones, this home is located on Lot 1 in the subdivision created by Margaretta Ravenel.  

On the western slope of Satulah Mountain this one-and-a-half story wooden shingle dwelling includes a wide front porch running the entire length of the house.  Enjoy exceptional views of southwest mountain ranges from this vantage point.  Stroll this estate-sized property to take in the views of Brushy Face, Little Yellow Mountain, and Sassafras Knob plus downtown Highlands.  

Oh, if these walls could talk they would have such exciting tales to tell of early Highlands.  Across the front of the house is a large living room anchored by a stone fireplace built with stones quarried from the Eskrigge property located  near the Satulah summit.  The expansive, formal dining room provides the perfect spot for families to debrief after a busy day of taking advantage of the many adventures available in Highlands.  A cozy, enclosed porch just steps from the dining room is the perfect spot to relax, check e-mails, or finish your favorite book.    

The eat-in kitchen with its granite counter tops has generated many a tasty meal.  Family members recall fondly the many peals of laughter that resonated across the home’s polished wood floors and bounced off the chestnut paneling that Mr. Reese so carefully placed throughout the house.  With three bedrooms on the main floor and an additional three bedrooms on the second floor, there’s room for the entire family.      

Times have changed since the original house was built.  Now there is no need for the stand for the ice man and no one has to go feed the horse that shared the garage with the family’s auto.  The spring house pump sits idle since city water flows freely.      

The rolling lawn that surrounds the house is the perfect spot for young children to play.  Gentle breezes stir the leaves of decade old trees as song birds fill the air with their melodies.  A short walk to town places you in the heart of Highlands.  

This can be the perfect family estate.  You could enjoy the beauty and character of the original home while the children or grandchildren build their own homes down the mountain.  Located in the horseshoe bend of Highway 28 across from the location of the former post office, this is one of Highlands’ most desirable parcels.  This property is listed by Tucker Chambers of Chambers Realty and Vacation Rentals located at 401 North Fifth Street.  Call them at (828) 526-3717 or check out more details at chambersagency.net.