This is an interesting vernacular interpretation of the Queen Anne style. The three gables on the north side of the house (above) are an unusual feature.
Tag Archives: South Georgia Farmhouses
Dix House, Wilcox County
This is among the best known and most notable farmhouses in Wilcox County and is the centerpiece of what was once a large working farm. Most of the historic barns and dependencies survive. I have passed it in my travels since childhood and have always admired the dedication of the family to its upkeep. I’ll update with more history soon.
Filed under --WILCOX COUNTY GA--
William Hardeman Paulk House, Irwin County
This huge Folk Victorian was located at the corner of Orchid and Violet Roads, off the Lax Highway. The photograph dates to 2001 and the house was gone before 2008, I believe. Thanks to Debbie Paulk Mixon, granddaughter of W. H. Paulk, for the identification.
Filed under --IRWIN COUNTY GA--
Single-Pen Farmhouse, Ben Hill County
This simple vernacular farmhouse was located on Morning Glory Road. The photograph dates to 2002 and the house was razed not long after.
Filed under --BEN HILL COUNTY GA--
Hall and Parlor Farmhouse, Ben Hill County
I made this photo of a 19th century farmhouse in 2001. It was located in western Ben Hill County off Lower Rebecca Road and was likely among the oldest domestic structures in the county. It has been gone for many years.
Filed under --BEN HILL COUNTY GA--
Vernacular Farmhouse, Irwin County
This was located on Snapdragon Road.. The photograph dates to 2001.
Filed under --IRWIN COUNTY GA--
Griffin Farmhouse, Irwin County
This farmhouse was a landmark on Old Valley Grove Church Road. The photograph dates to 1996 and the house was razed by 2007. Owned by Otto Griner, it was home for many years to the Roberts and Griffin families.
Filed under --IRWIN COUNTY GA--
Lee Pope House, Circa 1910
According to the Pearson Farm website, the Lee Pope House came with the farm when the property was purchased by John and Rosa Lee Pearson. They raised their family here.
Filed under --CRAWFORD COUNTY GA--, Lee Pope GA
