190 Nantahala

$799,900

Athens, GA 30601

this property has been sold.

One of the finest and most unique home in Athens. This former church compound has been beautifully transformed into an exotic, sanctuary and green-conscious home by local artist, Jane Taub. This is her master work, the culmination of 30 years of aesthetic adventuring and was featured on HGTV's Rezoned and in several magazines. One enters the Great Hall by passing through 14' arched, custom-made ornate iron gates and into a foyer with a hanging water fountain. Beyond that lies the Great Hall and common living area which is 3,000' sq ft (40' x 75') and has soaring 30' ceilings with a 10-paneled clerestory skylight and impressive, exposed antique oak trusses. Each side of this breathtaking Great Hall is flanked by 30' long balconies that overlook the gardens and have a total of 6 wall-hung water fountains. The kitchen, which is sited in the Main Hall is exquisitely well thought out and truly for the gourmand. Features include; lush woodwork, a beautiful heart-pine island made by a local craftsman, with deep red marble counters, a triple well stainless steel sink, dual vintage faucets, and slate backing, 2 stainless steel islands. The appliances are high-end stainless steel and include a Bosch dishwasher, and a restuarant-quality gas commercial stove and double glass door refrigerator. Throughout the house you will find stunning details like vessel sinks, arts and crafts wall sconces, lighting from India, antique Asian archetectural details, exposed heart-pine beams, a wood stove in the Great Hall, custom steel doors & windows, beautifull oak flooring and reclaimed wide board heart-pine wainscotting, 10 water fountains, and a reflecting pool. There is a private courtyard that is screened by serpentine walls with brick capping and a lovely pool surrounded by fieldstone with a raised Pergola at one end. Lush landscaping is prevelant throughout the grounds. There is a second private courtyard space with creeping fig climbing the walls of the courtyard, which is anchored by a lovely cherry tree. Behind the pool, there is a former Fellowship Hall that has been converted into an 1,800' Guest house which features a fireplace and private patio. Beneath the main living area of the church there is a an immense 2,000' basement with a labrynth of rooms.