Price Reduction - Waterfront - Primary on Main - Eco Friendly
Address
2202/2206 Lem Edwards Road, Colbert, GA
Price
$ 1,775,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#10724502
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyMadison
- CityColbert
- NeighborhoodNone
- Zip30628
- StyleRustic, Traditional
- Year Built2004
- Taxes$ 10795
- Price$ 1,775,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage5782
- Lot Size35.42 Acres
Data Source:
Georgia MLS (GAMLS)
Property Description
A private luxury country estate minutes from Athens offering exceptional privacy, multiple residences, resort-style amenities, and endless possibilities for equestrian pursuits, recreation, entertaining, or multi-generational living. Right at the boundaries of Clarke, Madison, and Oglethorpe Counties, the conveniently located Ballard Estate has been in the same family since it was built by the current owners, and they have added to each property through the years and made substantial updates as well. The first parcel (2206) is on 30+ acres and features a home that has been expanded to 5782 sq ft of living space and abounds with multiple gathering spaces. However, the heartbeat of the home, as it should be, is surely the massive kitchen that anchors the main floor. Going to have to let the pictures do the talking because there is just way too much to tell, but you've not seen a bigger kitchen in a home, I assure you. The Formal Office and Dining Room flank the foyer, which leads to a Formal Parlor. Owner's Suite on main is like a spa you won't want to leave. Off the kitchen is a keeping room currently being used as a dining area with a farm table. Large Laundry could serve an army. Large bonus room over the main floor family room is ripe for the teens to disappear to or make it a media room. The family room takes up the entire back portion of the home and has a wet bar, lodge-like fireplace, and room for a family reunion, which has happened here multiple times. The half-bath off the family room also has exterior access to the large private pool and rear patio, with both covered and open spaces, and all of this has been recently rebuilt, including the pool systems. Meander out to the hardscape fire ring that overlooks the horse pastures (Attention equestrians! Fencing, cross fencing, small tack shed, and separate well water for the horses. Plenty of room for a riding arena!). Or head down to the three bay shop that has been spray foam insulated and play with your toys, or hit some balls in your golf simulator (with an adjacent full bath). Upstairs are 4 more bedrooms: one overlooking the back fields; one being a semi-private en suite, and two others sharing a private jack and jill bath. Off the second story hall is access to the huge bricked veranda overlooking the front fields and this porch is big enough to have a wedding. The adjacent parcel (2202) sits on around 5 acres and features a 1533 square foot renovated 3 Bed, 3 Bath home with a large party deck outback and overlooking the fully stocked creek-fed pond and patio below. House has an owner's suite, a guest en-suite, and a third bedroom with discreet access to the hall bath. A Large Living Room, Dining Room, and Back Mudroom area with access to the back deck, round out the setting. The land is a nice blend of open pasture, lawns for gathering, and mature hardwood forest and is huntable if you desire. Mature trails surround the property as well. All this and much more just a stone's throw from Athens, with backdoor access through Winterville to the East Side Corridor. Please call listing broker for a written comprehensive property overview of all you'll need to know, which is more than we can fit in this write-up. Sellers are sad to say goodbye to this lovingly built and maintained slice of heaven, but they are hoping for a good steward to continue adding to all the wonderful memories.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Colbert Elementary School | Madison Middle School | Madison High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 4/5/2026 | Listed $2,195,000 |
| 4/20/2026 | 11$1,950,000 |
| 6/1/2026 | 4$1,875,000 |
| 7/23/2026 | 5$1,775,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Electric |
| Cooling | Central Air,Electric |
| Utilities | Electricity Available,High Speed Internet,Propane,Underground Utilities |
| Roof | Other |
| Appliances | Convection Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Double Oven,Dryer,Gas Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Tankless Water Heater,Washer |
| Association Fee Includes | None |
| Patio/Porch Features | Patio,Porch |
| Architectural Style | Rustic,Traditional |
| Pool Features | In Ground |
| Security Features | Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Brick,Concrete |
| Year Built | 2004 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Waterfront Features | Pond |
| Community Features | None |
| County | Madison |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Energy Efficient | Insulation,Thermostat,Water Heater,Windows |
| Subdivision Name | None |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Other Structures | Barn(s),Guest House,Other,Second Residence,Shed(s),Workshop |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From Athens: Take the Loop towards Hull Road/US-29. Turn onto Highway 72 and continue for about 8 miles. Turn right onto Lem Edwards Road. Take the first left (after Thompson Cemetery Road). 2202 Lem Edwards will be the first home on the right; 2206 Lem Edwards is at end of driveway (past pond). |
| High School | Madison |
| City | Colbert |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 1542895.2 |
| Carport Y/N | true |
| Elementary School | Colbert |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 10795 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | false |
| Middle/Junior High School | Madison |
| Property Condition | Updated/Remodeled |
| Virtual Tour | https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=M5acUT69hB6&brand=0 |
| Structure Type | House |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Virtual Tour | https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=M5acUT69hB6 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Bookcases,Double Vanity,High Ceilings,Master On Main Level,Other,Separate Shower,Soaking Tub,Split Foyer,Tile Bath,Entrance Foyer,Walk-In Closet(s),Wet Bar |
|---|---|
| Basement | None |
| Flooring | Carpet,Hardwood,Stone,Tile |
| Total Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplace Features | Family Room,Gas Log,Living Room |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Double Pane Windows,Window Treatments |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 5782 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | In Hall,Mud Room |
| Total Bedrooms | 5 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 1 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 2 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Other |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Kitchen Features | Breakfast Area,Breakfast Room,Kitchen Island,Second Kitchen,Solid Surface Counters,Walk-in Pantry |
| Total Baths | 5 |
| Dining Room Features | Seats 12+,Separate Room |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Balcony,Garden |
|---|---|
| Vegetation | Partially Wooded |
| Fencing | Back Yard,Fenced,Other,Wood |
| Parking Features | Guest,Garage,Carport,Storage,Detached,Parking Pad,RV Access/Parking,Boat |
| Lot Features | Open Lot,Pasture,Private |
| Water Source | Private,Well |
| Total Parking | 5 |
| Lot Size Area | 35.42 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Building Area Total | 5782 |
| Lot Size Acres | 35.42 |
| Lot Size Source | Public Records |
| Waterfront Y/N | true |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 30628
Price
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Year Built
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