Mark and I really do enjoy touring homes together and this month held the Georgia Trust Expedition in Senoia, GA, a small town known for being in the film industry. Namely, The Walking Dead is their main attraction. There have been lots of movies filmed in and around Senoia, so while it’s known for that, it’s also known for Southern small town charm and historic homes are abundant. We enjoyed our day in Senoia and it ended up being a hot one. I didn’t want to intrude into privacy too much, so I only took a few shots mostly outside the homes and a few inside, so I hope that no one gets mad at me for the sharing. They put their homes on the tour, so hopefully a little social media won’t hurt anything. There were 17 homes/historic structures on the tour and we made it to about 10 of them, before we pooped out from the heat and headed home.
It was such a pleasure to go back and tour a Southern Living Idea house, a historic home that was renovated by Southern Living back in 2012. I was invited then by Southern Living to come to a party they were throwing and that was the year after I moved back to Georgia, so I was so excited to get included in these festive events. Ballard Designs was there and that’s when I first got introduced to those ladies. I can’t believe that was all 13 years ago. I’ve had a whirlwind of events since then, but those are slowing down now as things have changed. If you want to see what the house looked like inside back then, just click that link above and there are 2 posts that I shared.
The house was sold after that to a couple and I think they are the original owners all this time. It was fun to see the changes they’ve made. That little community has really grown in these 13 years and so many things have been built around it.
Love the front porch and all the Americana.
This is the landing upstairs. I distinctly remember the Ikea kitchen in this house and it was still there, looking as good as ever. That is what made me really lean towards Ikea kitchen cabinets in my fixer upper house.
Back porch.
Looks like a cozy place to hang out.
They put in a pool that reminds me of ours and it looks great back here. I love that retractable awning and it was there when SL renovated the house, the new owners changed the cover. I would love to get one of these for our backyard patio over the sectional seating area. Maybe next year!
Backyard plants.
Another look at the patio and dining area with the awning. Isn’t it gorgeous? We met the homeover and enjoyed talking to him.
Travis House, 1906
We visited this cute Victorian cottage first thing and it was very nice.
More homes along the way that we didn’t tour, but I can’t resist a pretty house.
This one too. So many were ready for the 4th of July festivities and that made me buy bunting for our front porch.
Another home on the tour, this is a 1920’s house.
Another new home built in the historic district. I love these new homes made to look old, that’s what I would want if we were in the market for a new house, which we are not.
Another pretty home along the way.
This is a townhouse built in the historic district and these fit in nicely with the area.
It was the prettiest townhome I’ve ever seen. Wish I could have taken more pics inside, but again didn’t want to invade their privacy too much.
The outdoors has a pretty little pool area, perfect and secluded.
Front porch.
Landing area by the stairs.
Painting over the fireplace that I really loved. I came home and hunted down a landscape painting for my mantel and found a pretty one I’ll share later.
McKnight House, 1905
Loved this newel post. Built int he Neoclassical Revival style, first renovated in the mid-1980’s and the current owners have lived here since 2012. Lots of history in this house.
The backyard patio.
View from the second floor window.
Another home along the street.
From the front.
This decked out 1910 beauty is the Mann house and it’s said this house appeared in an episode of The Walking Dead. I’ve never watched that show, so can’t comment on it. It’s just not my type of show.
Bradenburg-Merrick-Hoff House, 1873 – Gothic Revival architecture
It had an expansive porch.
Davis-Tyre House, 1896
If I remember correctly, this house wasn’t occupied, but was empty during the tour.
The Bedenbaugh House, 1878 built in the Plantation style.
It was a very pretty and interesting historic home and renovations completed in 2023 added porches, an office suite, pool, and recreation court.
Pool area with a pickleball court behind.
They definitely had a party-ready backyard!
Very nice outdoor space.
Carmichael House, 1870, this Gothic Revival cottage houses the Senoia Area Historical Society and museum.
Private home of Steve & Leslee Maloy, built in 1894, believed to be the only example of Saddlebag architecture in Coweta County, which features two adjacent rooms connected with a central hallway.
This house was a treat to see and we really enjoyed the backyard. Steve had opened up the kickoff of the tour that morning at the church, sharing a bit of Senoia history.
We meandered in the backyard, marveling at all the beauty back here and then we ran into Steve, who urged us to go completely to the back of the property for a fun garden surprise. This lovely table was beautifully set.
Perfect for summer.
We passed the large detached garage and went past the fire pit of Adirondack chairs.
Nice setup!
Then we arrived at the back of the property and this charming garden, which he said his wife was responsible for. That’s her garden shed.
I just love shady gardens and how secluded and secret they feel.
Cute blue door on the she shed.
Lush Lenton Rose.
Such a cute area.
I’m glad he told us to walk further and check it all out.
It was a nice respite from the heat and then as we walked back to the street, past the garage, he offered to show Mark what was inside his garage. It was filled with vintage muscle cars and of course, that is right down Mark’s alley. They got to talk about their favorites, something that Mark loves to this day, talking about his teenage boyhood fast cars. That never leaves a man, does it?
And that’s a look at many of the Senoia historic homes on this year’s expedition. If you’re in Georgia and don’t know anything about the Georgia Trust, get on their mailing list for all the Rambles and Expeditions going on across the state. We’ve done a few of these and always enjoy them and they always have something going on in Georgia.
I am so glad you posted these photos of these marvelous homes! My only regret is that I didn’t know about it and didn’t take part in it. Do they tour more than once a year. What a great trip this would make for my husband and me. We love historic homes, and when they are private residences they are even more interesting .
Thank you so much!
Patty
I already receive your emails.
Hi, Patty, if you live in Georgia, definitely subscribe to the Georgia Trust emails and you will find out all of the rambles and expeditions they have planned for the year. I get emails all the time from them, so I just look them over and find towns that interest us and then you buy tickets and go. You can join the Trust and also get the tickets that offer meals and events at this historic tours. Just check out their website for more, I linked it in the post.
I love to see these historic homes when they have been nicely preserved. Thank you!
Excellent tour!! U always do a great tutorial in guiding us on the tour of homes! Thank you so much..