Franklin County
Built in 1870, this cross gable Victorian farmhouse has been a favorite since I first documented it. I would love to see it restored.
Baker House-Lavonia, Georgia
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Ariail House-Carnesville, Georgia
Franklin County
The William Ariail House was built in three parts starting in 1840. The last section, pictured above, was added in the 1890s. The Victorian details were added during the 1890s addition.
The grounds included other extant farm buildings, including the original blacksmith shop and well.
Rev. William Ariail and his wife Mary moved from South Carolina to start this farm. He served as pastor for the Nails Creek Baptist Church. During the Civil War, the Ariails lost five sons.
The home was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1996.
Ty Cobb-Royston, Georgia
Franklin County
Tyrus Raymond Cobb, 1986-1961, nicknamed “The Georgia Peach” was born in Narrows, Georgia, a town in Banks County. His family moved to nearby Royston, Georgia when he was a young child.
Often listed in the top ten baseball players of all time, Cobb was known for his fierce competitiveness. He passed away in Atlanta in 1961. He rests in the Cobb family mausoleum in Rose Hill Cemetery in Royston.
