The House Of Mary Jaudon

Property Description

One block from Forsyth Park, the House of Mary Jaudon is an exceptional c. 1872 Victorian estate offering the rare opportunity to own a distinctive piece of Savannah’s architectural heritage. Behind its striking façade lies a residence of remarkable scale and character. Soaring 12-foot ceilings, original heart-pine floors, intricate plaster ceiling medallions, historic millwork, solid wood doors, pocket doors, transoms and crystal doorknobs speak to the craftsmanship of another era. Graceful bay windows bring natural light into the home, while the double parlor and twin marble fireplaces evoke the gracious entertaining for which Savannah’s great historic residences were designed. The property has been thoughtfully restored to honor its architectural heritage while embracing the comforts of modern living. Extensive improvements include a new standing-seam metal roof and reinforced roof framing; restoration of the chimneys, siding, window frames, shutters and impressive front double doors; refinished heart-pine floors; restored plaster, moldings, ceilings and baseboards; and significant upgrades to electrical, plumbing, HVAC and lighting. Beautifully renovated kitchens and baths introduce contemporary function while remaining sensitive to the character of the home. Today, the residence can be enjoyed first and foremost as a 6 Bedroom/5Bath Bath grand single-family estate, with generous spaces for family, guests and entertaining. Yet one of its most compelling attributes is its extraordinary versatility: the property may also accommodate multigenerational living or a flexible three-unit configuration. A separate one-bedroom, one-bath private carriage residence adds another dimension, ideal for guests, extended family, a private office or income-producing use. Outdoors, a secluded brick courtyard beneath a mature live oak creates an intimate Savannah retreat, while gated off-street parking provides a particularly valuable convenience in the Historic District. And then there is the location. Forsyth Park is just one block away, placing one of Savannah’s most recognizable landscapes essentially at the doorstep while the architecture, dining, culture and celebrated streetscapes of the Historic District surround the property. The House of Mary Jaudon is more than a beautifully restored residence. It is a home whose historic fabric has survived for more than 150 years—preserved, restored and adapted for contemporary life without surrendering the details that give it its extraordinary sense of place. A remarkable home. Thoughtfully restored. Ready for its next chapter.