There are residences that have been recognized as landmarks and then there are properties that have historical significance. The Bona Allen Mansion in Atlanta, Georgia, is a part of the latter group.
The prestigious estate was first built by architect Haralson Bleckley in 1911 and is located in the Buford neighborhood. For the most of the 20th century, it served as a home to members of the Bona Allen family, who founded the nearby, now-defunct tannery by the same name. Millionaire Steve Siebold and his wife Dawn bought the gorgeous house in 2015 to use as the office for their consulting firm. The Bona Allen Mansion is now being put on the market for the first time in more than ten years with a $4 million asking price.
Throughout its 112-year life, the manse has been recognized as a National Historic Landmark and has been included on the National Register of Historic Places.
Naturally, it has hosted a number of notable visitors, including President Theodore Roosevelt, President William Howard Taft, country music icon Gene Autry, and the whole Bonanza cast.
The Seibolds bought the 9,000 square foot space for their business, but during the pandemic they quickly turned it into a private residence. The couple has improved the home numerous times throughout the years.
The biggest upgrade was turning the carriage house into a 1,200 square foot private gym. They also built a tennis court and restored the roof. Steve claims, “We tried to keep everything as it was.” We didn’t want to change the course of history.
Everything is made of beautiful old woodwork, including the floors and the grand staircase. The original wall painting of Villa di Castello, a former Italian country home of the Grand Duke of Tuscany, is another draw.
In the two storeys of the entryway, it is clearly displayed. The main house has 22 rooms in all, including a formal dining room, a billiards room, two video studios, and a music room.
Steve continued, “It’s great. “All I can do is hope that the new owner will carry on our work. Given that it is a landmark, it deserves special attention.
Beth Mitchell of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty is in charge of the listing.
As the sun began to set, casting a golden glow over the Georgian Castle, the centuries-old structure stood as a timeless testament to history and resilience. Its majestic towers and weathered stones whispered tales of knights, kings, and forbidden romances. As the last visitor left, the Georgian Castle embraced the tranquility of the evening, its secrets and splendor preserved for future generations to behold.