Welcome to 174 South Main Street, a beautifully restored 1871 home in the charming, artsy city of Winterville. This 2359 square foot, 3 bed/2 bath historic property was originally built as the parsonage for the Winterville Methodist Church and features the “New South Cottage” architectural style with Folk Victorian elements. Location for this 1 acre property could not be more ideal: situated across the street from the Firefly Trail and just feet from all the Winterville landmarks including Pittard Park, the library, bookstore, Depot, Community Gardens and more!
174 South Main is situated on a corner lot and bordered on three sides by nearly 600 feet of freshly painted wood fencing. The eye-catching exterior is filled with architectural charm and features original pine siding, decorative shingled gables, a wrap-around covered porch, metal roof and three chimneys. Brick paths lead up to the front porch, which is the perfect breezy spot for morning coffee. Inside the front door, the large hallway stretches out, leading to the living room, bedrooms and dining. Most of the interior features original heart pine floors, soaring 11-foot beadboard ceilings, wavy glass windows and original molding. 6 (!) fireplaces are located throughout the house, including a functional wood burning stove in the kitchen. The large living room is in the front of the house and has chair railing and beadboard detail like the hallway. The two front bedrooms are located off the hallway, and a renovated full bathroom anchors the end of the hall. The huge dining room showcases antique chandeliers and plenty of room to entertain and leads to the chef’s kitchen. The kitchen is a true delight to cook in, boasting a 36 inch, 6-burner gas Bluestar range with matching hood vent, two sinks, two refrigerators, a built-in China cabinet and wood-burning stove. A huge island sits at the center with five counter stools and was custom built from reclaimed heart pine. The open shelving and plate rack are made from the same heart pine, and maple butcher block countertops top the custom cabinets. Off the kitchen, the primary suite is a private retreat and contains multiple closets, an office nook, fireplace, built-in shelving and a gorgeous custom bath. The primary bath has a 9-foot heart pine double vanity with quartz countertop, a soaking clawfoot tub and a large walk-in tile shower with glass door. The laundry room is located off the kitchen and connects to the spacious brick patio near the rear of the property. Perfect for grilling out, dining al fresco or enjoying the fall by a fire pit, the brick patio will become your go-to outdoor living space for years to come. At the rear of the property is a two-car carport (a rarity in historic homes) with storage and a workshop. The 12x24 ft workshop is equipped with both 110V and 220V power and includes a built-in worktable and storage. The lush yard contains raised beds, blueberry bushes, a variety of hardwood and ornamental trees, and plenty of room for children and pets to spread out.
This home goes beyond just aesthetic appeal—it has been systematically updated throughout the infrastructure as well. A full list of updates are available by request and includes: two HVAC systems (2018 and 2025), two septic systems (pumped 2025), two water heaters (2017 and 2023), two 150-amp circuit panels, extensive new plumbing and electrical, metal roof, new exterior paint in 2024, new interior paint 2019+, active termite bond and more.
Winterville is a thriving small-town community that offers a slower pace yet is only 7 miles to downtown Athens and the University of Georgia, and 9 miles to Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital and St. Mary’s Hospital. Schedule your appointment to see this special piece of Winterville history today! Sellers are licensed realtors in Georgia.
