590 S Hill St

You'll be awestruck as you step into this delightful all Brick 4 BR/2.5 bath authentic American style Craftsman cradled on just under half an acre of lush landscaping and planned gardens, located on one of Griffin's most prestigious and historic tree lined streets. This exquisite 1920's classic has been meticulously restored, preserved and updated to its former glory and beyond! The finest of upgrades and construction standards have been incorporated throughout including the purposeful retention of the tasteful touches of the past. The ambiance starts the second you make your way towards the house and walk across the path that leads to the expansive front porch constructed with brick pedestals, tile flooring and operational gas lanterns. A swing worthy screened porch featuring beautiful curved wood, new screening and a tongue and groove ceiling also sits proudly at one end of the porch. Enter the custom front door constructed with reclaimed "wormy chestnut" wood into the 10' foyer flanked by the Living Room on the right side and the parlor/study on the left. Handsome slate fireplaces with custom mantels which have been converted to vent less gas logs, serve as centerpieces in each room. The Living Room, which showcases the handcrafted open staircase and a hidden TV panel, flows into the gracious Dining Room adorned with a unique Bay Window, wainscoting, antique built in china cabinet, as well as the original adjoining Butler's Pantry, now converted to serve as the Mud Room. You'll be thrilled as you pass through to a modern gourmet kitchen and Keeping Room complete with every upgrade you could possibly want including exposed beams and a decorative brick arch. Adjacent is a barreled ceiling hallway, created by the reconstruction of the staircase, that leads to three beautiful bedrooms and 1.5 gutted and modernized baths. Take the newly constructed staircase to reach the second level where the sweeping primary suite (or wonderful guest quarters) and exquisite ensuite bath, loaded with amenities, and a walk-in closet room occupy over half of the upstairs square footage. The remaining space offers a landing sitting area, an office, a den, a full size laundry room and many storage areas. Distinguishing features include 10' ceilings on main level, original refinished oak hardwood flooring, extensive moldings, oversized cylinder glass windows, plumbing and electrical upgrades, two laundry locations, fresh new paint, extra wide hallways and generously sized rooms. The wonder continues as you stroll out back into the enclosed courtyard patio surrounded by brick privacy walls and built in planters. Continue to meander outside and savor the multiple planned exterior gardens, all planted for low maintenance and beauty, offering raised beds, many specimen plantings and a focal point pergola with a fire pit sitting area. A 2 car detached garage and workshop is prewired for a future cottage. Customized unique fencing features add tremendously to the ambiance, charm and privacy of this yard as well as practicality for children and pets. This home is a true labor of love and the perfect balance of historic preservation and comfortable modern living.