An elegant stone home in Georgia where old-world charm meets modern luxury

Stone home front facade at dusk with circular driveway, steel windows, and mature trees in Serenbe Georgia

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Designed by Heyward Russell Studio along with Anna Booth Interiors, this elegant stone house is nestled in the rolling countryside of Serenbe, a wellness community connected to nature on the edge of Atlanta, Georgia. The picturesque region drew the couple to this property to build their new house, which needed to be spacious enough to accommodate their growing family and relatives, yet inviting rather than grandiose.

It also needed to have a strong connection to its bucolic setting, so it would appear as if it had always been here. Prior to construction, the project team dreamed up a fictional narrative to guide the design. The story began with an old stone barn that had undergone additions over generations.

To create this aesthetic, the builder employed materials of oak, terracotta tile, and stone, along with earthy hues of Georgia red clay. The house was crafted to be rambling and unpretentious; it settles into the landscape with a quiet presence. Modern elements lend a freshness to the design, including an abundance of steel and glass windows and doors throughout the home.

DESIGN DETAILS

ARCHITECT Heyward Russell Studio
INTERIOR DESIGN Anna Booth Interiors
HOME BUILDER John Bynum Custom Homes
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Land Plus Associates, Ltd.
STYLING Eleanor Roper

Close-up of stone gable exterior with tall steel-framed window and red tile roof

The stonework on the exterior facade was crafted by Villegas Stone and Brick. Giving an old-world craftsmanship to the roof is architectural terra cotta clay tiles sourced from Ludowici. The thermally broken metal windows and doors were sourced from Brombal, while the handmade copper gas lanterns are from Bevolo Gas & Electric Lights.

Elegant Stone Home Designed For Entertaining

Reclaimed wood barn structure with metal roof and steel French doors framed by trees at dusk

What We Love About This Home

What captivates us most about this elegant stone home is the way it tells a story: every material choice, from the terracotta tiles to the hand-laid stonework, feels rooted in history. The interiors strike a rare balance between old-world warmth and quiet refinement, with soaring oak-clad ceilings, antique furnishings, and tactile fabrics that make every room feel genuinely lived-in. The outdoor spaces are equally considered, with the Cotswold-inspired pool folly, timber pavilion, and stone walls creating a landscape that feels as though it has been cultivated over generations.

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Stone home entrance with steel-frame glazed vestibule, copper lanterns, and birch trees

Glass-enclosed foyer with round antique table, iron chandelier, and stone interior walls

The interior spaces boast an updated, old-world feel, with several exterior materials brought into the interior. As an example, the living room has a luxe, barn-like aesthetic with its soaring ceilings, oak wood beams, and stone walls. To create a warm and inviting feel, the designer infused the room with a mix of furnishings, including tactile fabrics that further enrich the space. She paired high-end antiques with designer furnishings to create a historic yet polished feel.

Stone courtyard at dusk with steel-framed glazed entrance, copper gas lanterns, and narrow water feature

Stone foyer with round French table, terracotta planter, iron chandelier, and steel windows

Detail of foyer with antique table, moss bowl, leather stool, and exposed stone wall

View through doorway into stone foyer with French table, iron chandelier, and pleated curtain beyond

Hallway with iron lantern, gilt-framed painting, upholstered bench, and view into stone foyer

Staircase landing with black iron railing, tall steel-framed window, and iron lantern pendant

Tall steel-framed window set in plaster wall with garden view beyond

Great Room With A Vaulted Ceiling

Vaulted great room with reclaimed wood ceiling, exposed beams, iron chandelier, and stone end wall

Above: In this gorgeous great room, the vaulted ceiling is clad with white oak sourced from Crafted Supply. The exquisite chandeliers suspended from the ceiling are from Rose Tarlow Melrose House. Set in front of the fireplace are mohair sofa and club chairs are from Verellen Furniture.

Living area with stone walls, exposed wood beams, steel windows, and mixed antique seating

Antique console table with gilt mirror, silver candlesticks, and leather stool against stone wall

Dining room with slipcovered chairs, wood trestle table, dried floral arrangement, and steel garden doors

Above: In the dining room, an antique trestle table is surrounded by a Thibaut banquette from Verellen Furniture and chairs from Lee Industries.

Living room corner with linen daybed, antique dresser, sheer curtains, and stone wall

Above: The window treatments feature a lightweight wool sourced from Otis Textiles.

Antique dresser detail with ceramic lamp, design books, and exposed stone wall

Sitting area with round pedestal table, linen chairs, tall curtains, and landscape painting on stone wall

Above: In a cozy corner of the great room is an antique walnut table from Robuck that the homeowners use as a games table. The trio of leather chairs is from Holland MacRae and is custom upholstered.

Exquisite Kitchen With Marble Countertops

Kitchen with natural oak cabinetry, marble island, brass fixtures, leather bar stools, and garden windows

Above: The kitchen features white oak cabinetry paired with stone floors and countertops, which adds warmth to the space. The countertops are a Calacatta Viola Monet marble sourced from Bottega Surfaces. The counter stools are from Holland MacRae. The walls and ceiling are Venetian plaster.

Kitchen with oak cabinetry, marble countertops, steel pass-through window, and French range

Above: This exquisite kitchen features the Chagny 1800 cooking range from Lacanche. The hardware on the cabinets is from Rocky Mountain Hardware.

Butler's pantry bar seen through glass-paned doors with marble backsplash, cloud mural, and brass fixtures

Above: The marble countertops on the bar are repeated from the kitchen. The brass sink faucet is from Waterworks. The artwork on the wall is from artist Catherine Erb’s Cloud Series.

The Owner’s Bedroom Suite

Primary bedroom with upholstered headboard, gilt bench, antique nightstands, and nature artwork above bed

Above: In the owner’s bedroom, the bed linens are from Rose Tarlow Melrose House. The photograph above the bed is by award-winning artist Claire Rosen. Adding luxury underfoot is a rug sourced from Designer Carpets.

Bedroom sitting area with linen sofa, brass floor lamp, and sheer curtains against steel windows

Primary bathroom double vanity with marble countertop, brass fixtures, alabaster pendant, and checkerboard marble floor

Above: In the owner’s bathroom, custom white oak cabinets are topped with stone countertops from Walker Zanger. Suspended in front of the windows are custom mirrors that help bring in natural light and views. The mirrors were fabricated by Brooks & Black Fine Framing.

Walk-in shower with stone tile walls, brass rainfall fixture, and green and white checkerboard marble floor

Above: The shower walls and floors are clad in a honed marble tile from Waterworks, complemented by a showerhead from the Waterworks Easton Shower Collection.

Warm & Inviting Guest Bedrooms

Guest bedroom with ochre yellow shiplap walls and ceiling, patterned curtains, and ceiling fan

Powder room with dark plaster walls, black stone sink, skirted vanity, and shell-shaped sconces

Bedroom nightstand vignette with chinoiserie lamp, white roses, and warm afternoon light on tan walls

Outdoor Living Spaces Designed For Entertaining

Outdoor covered pavilion with reclaimed timber frame, red tile roof, and stone fireplace

The outdoor spaces were designed to have a transitional feel with a rustic twist. This includes traditional stone walls and modern cast-concrete pavers. Plantings include black-eyed Susans, hydrangea, and viburnum.

Stone home exterior at golden hour with limestone terrace, chimney, and timber pergola beyond

Pool pavilion view framing rectangular pool, stone pool house, and white lounge chairs at dusk

A garden folly was designed in an English Cotswold style, adding architectural charm to the swimming pool area and surrounding outdoor living spaces.

Stone pool house with pyramid roof reflected in still rectangular pool at dusk

Stone pool house with red pyramid roof, arched doorway, and copper lantern among autumn trees

Stone pool house close-up with arched doorway, copper lantern, and manicured garden border

Rectangular pool with white lounge chairs, stone chimney, and reclaimed timber pavilion at dusk

Elegant stone home in Serenbe Georgia with red roof, twin chimneys, timber pergola, and rectangular pool at dusk

Covered outdoor dining pavilion with reclaimed timber beams, stone dining table, and garden views

Stone garden wall with arched niche, antique stone trough fountain, and perennial border

Reclaimed wood barn wing with metal mansard roof, dormer window, and steel casement windows

Stone home exterior detail with copper gas lanterns, steel-framed windows, and water feature

Fire pit seating area with wood benches, steel fire bowl, and stone home facade beyond at dusk

PHOTOGRAPHER Chris Luker Photography