Property Description

Tudor masterpiece in Decatur's Great Lakes neighborhood. Built in 1933 for local Judge Frank Guess, this 5BR/4BA home offers 3,100+ SF of sophisticated space on a private corner lot. Stately curb appeal with stone exterior, arched doorways, and Tudor-style windows. Formal living room w/ marble fireplace, original woodwork, plantation shutters, built-in bookshelves, and access to turret-shaped screened porch w/ haint blue ceiling. Spacious dining room w/ corner built-ins. Kitchen features 6-burner Bertazzoni Italian range w/ matching refrigerator, chevron tile backsplash, inset cabinetry, bountiful storage, and generous island seating. Den off kitchen w/ built-ins and abundant light. Guest suite on main. Elevated full bath w/ marble hexagon floors and glass shower. Every finish and detail is elevated - lighting, tile, faucets, countertops throughout. Primary suite upstairs is spacious and private w/ basket weave marble tile, walk-in shower, wainscoting details, marble countertops, and three deep closets. Two additional guest bedrooms, skylit bath w/ shiplap and chevron floors, light-filled landing ideal as media space, dedicated laundry room. Carriage house is a spacious two-car garage and EV charger below and beautifully finished apartment above w/ tall ceilings, full bath, and large storage closet - perfect guest suite, home office, teen hangout or studio. Private fenced yard w/ fresh sod, Japanese maple, string lights, and expansive back patio. Sophisticated exterior lighting and lush landscaping. Walk to downtown Decatur, Kimball House, Iberian Pig, Wednesday Farmers Market at First Baptist Church, and Glenlake Park (tennis, playground, seasonal pool). Coveted City Schools of Decatur. Quick commute to Emory, CDC, Midtown.

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