3010 Flat Rock RD Watkinsville, GA 30677
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,852 sqft
Price per Sqft $189
MLS Listing ID CL359245
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1900
Lot Size 3.420 Acres
Acres 3.42
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source SAV
Property Description
>>>Escape from hustle-bustle of in town urban noise to living in the countryside of a calmer lifestyle & community, with plenty room for a real garden on over 3 acres in in-demand Oconee County only a short distance to downtown Watkinsville & remarkable Wire Park, Thomas Farm Preserve, Oconee Heritage Park, well-known High Shoals Park, Farm 441, yummy dining, & shopping & more! This Home has easy access to Athens, the Loop, main commuter routes to surrounding towns. It is an irresistible retreat!
>>> Discover a rare piece of Oconee County Georgia history replete with timeless Southern charm & loads of character & craftsmanship. This home was once owned by the Ward family of well-known local Philanthropist Dr. Roy T. Ward.
>>>This historical home from circa 1900 features a newly installed 1,500-gallon septic system designed to meet current environmental standards & newly upgraded water heater for consistent hot water supply, both providing modern convenience while preserving the home's classic historical character. An updated Survey was completed in early August, 2026! High-speed internet & paved main road frontage has you connected to today's lifestyle demands.
>>>Be prepared to entertain inside the large open rooms & outside the home---imagine playing touch football, catch, badminton & more on the very open, expansive “front yard”.
>>>Over the seasons, experience a gardener's paradise with many varieties of flowering trees, shrubs, & perennials!
>>>The property also includes a covered shed to accommodate RV parking, as well as a large concrete pad suitable for multi-flex uses. In addition to the barn with sheds on both sides, there are several other outbuildings.
>>>The home boasts original moldings, high ceilings, and a wrap-around porch, making it a perfect blend of history & modern living.
>>>Enjoy the spacious living areas adorned with original woodwork & period details while designing with your own creative style & decor!
>>>Envision serene morning or evening relaxation on the grand wrap-around deep front porch. Immerse yourself in the tranquil surroundings from the front porch of the mature landscape, tall trees, established plant life, & cooling breezes, to the wide-open spaces. Gaze across the beautiful grassy view & a short distance away, see the barn, or across the driveway to the garden area & loads of blueberries!
>>>Then spend evenings enjoying sips on the back porch with the backyard of mature trees, entertaining & playing on the Bocce Ball court, playing other yard games (there's even a basketball pad), or get exercise taking walks.
>>>Step into classic southern history upon entering the vast wide hall of the long open foyer which flows directly to the rear entrance of the home. Directly off the foyer, there are 2 bedrooms on the main level & 1 bedroom upstairs. The living, den, & dining rooms are quite large & afford flex-use for office or multiple purposes to suit your preferences. The kitchen & breakfast area are open & spacious with lots of cabinetry.
>>>Interior features include original pine floors, classic high ceilings, tall windows, spacious rooms, original doors & mantles, & an open, airy feel.
>>>Ready for your personal touches, this Property offers a unique piece of history to make your own with your tastes, visions to revitalize, preserve, or restore.
Location
State GA
County Oconee Co.
Zoning AG
Direction From downtown Watkinsville, go to N. Main, continue to Hwy 15 (Greensboro Hwy), go about 2.1 miles, turn left onto Flat Rock Rd., follow Flat Rock about 3.8 miles, turn right onto 3010 Flat Rock Rd. Watkinsville GA.
Rooms
Other Rooms Barn(s), Outbuilding, Other, Shed(s), Storage
Basement None, Crawl Space
Interior
Interior Features Attic, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Other, Permanent Attic Stairs, See Remarks
Heating Central, Gas, Space Heater
Cooling Central Air, Electric
Fireplaces Number 5
Fireplaces Type Living Room, Other, Wood Burning
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Some Gas Appliances, Electric Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Laundry Laundry Room, Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Feature Other
Parking Features Other, Parking Available, RV Access/Parking
Carport Spaces 2
Utilities Available Cable Available
View Panoramic
Roof Type Metal
Porch Porch, Front Porch, Wrap Around
Garage No
Building
Lot Description Back Yard, Garden, Private
Foundation Crawlspace
Water Private, Well
Architectural Style Other, Victorian
Level or Stories 1
Structure Type Other
New Construction No
Others
Tax ID D02-0-28B
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Special Listing Condition Standard
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