Property Description

Set on 5.58 acres along the Oconee River, this award-winning Chatts Island estate blends historic character with refined modern luxury. Originally built in the 1940s and thoughtfully renovated, the home offers over 5,000 SF of elegant living with four fireplaces, rich hardwoods, a grand curved staircase, and multiple French doors opening to sweeping outdoor spaces. The grounds feature manicured gardens, a terraced lawn, saltwater pool, covered slate patio, grilling kitchen, screened garden house, and a pickleball court. Inside, enjoy a chef’s kitchen with pro-grade range, with dual ovens, wet bar service area with heart pine walls, and charming breakfast nook. The owner’s suite offers a fireplace, custom closets, and spa bath. Additional guest suites are located on the upper level, a flexible library/4th bedroom option, and a vaulted bonus room above the garage offer exceptional versatility. A rare riverfront estate and 2025 Piedmont Garden Tour participant! ASK FOR PROPERTY WEBSITE!

Features
: In Ground
: Central, Gas
: Central Air, Electric
: Unfinished, Interior Entry
: Brick, Wrought Iron
: Living Room, Masonry, Family Room, Other, Gas, Master Bedroom
: Deck, Covered, Patio, Terrace
: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Parking Available
: Traditional
: Irrigation System, Courtyard, Other, Deck, Outdoor Grill, Tennis Court(s), Landscape Lights
4
: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Entrance Foyer, Wet Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Double Vanity, Tray Ceiling(s), Primary Suite, Separate Shower, Programmable Thermostat, Bidet
: Laundry Room, Upper Level
: Underground Utilities
: Creek, River Front
Appliances
: Dishwasher, Disposal, Freezer, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater, Range, Double Oven, Wine Cooler
Address Map
US
GA
Clarke
Athens
30606
Plum Nelly
255
Road
W84° 35' 35.4''
N33° 56' 5.1''
West Lake towards Five Points. Take a Right on Plum Nelly. House will be on right with sign in the yard.
RS-25
Neighborhood
Barrow Elementary
Clarke Central
Clarke Middle
MLS Addon
Corcoran Classic Living
Mary Catherine Smith
Yes
Yes
$0
Additional Information
: Brick
: Concrete Perimeter
2.0
: Wooded, Back Yard, Private, Sprinkler System, Garden
2025-12-01
3650000
2
https://vimeo.com/1191356354?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/sav/CL343898
: Well, Public, Private
Listing Information
CM288001309
CM214
Cash,Conventional,Other,VA Loan
Active
2026-05-12T17:35:15Z
HiveMLS
: Standard
2025-12-01T13:54:29Z

255 Plum Nelly

255 Plum Nelly Road, Athens, Georgia 30606

3 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
5,069 Sqft
5.58 Acre
$3,395,000
Listing ID #CL343898
Basic Details
Property Type : Residential
Listing Type : For Sale
MLS ID : 0e48b6c114c33dcb505f72a45b38ab8c
Listing ID : CL343898
Price : $3,395,000
View : Panoramic,River,Creek/Stream,Trees/Woods
Bedrooms : 3
Bathrooms : 5
Half Bathrooms : 2
Lot Area : 5.58 Acre
Square Footage : 5,069 Sqft
Year Built : 1941
Status : Active
Full Bathrooms : 3
Property Sub Type : Single Family Residence
Roof : Composition
Waterfront Yn : 1
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