1218 Nottingham Dr Macon, GA 31210

Imagine creating your waterfront lifestyle at the epicenter of Middle Georgia's sought after, historically significant and nationally recognized bird sanctuary, the eponymous Shirley Hills established in 1919. Envision your own bespoke home punctuated by significant setbacks, surrounded by shade trees tucked away on a deep, private 3.4 acre lot - this picturesque location features commanding views of the Ocmulgee River with 145 waterfront feet providing 1218 Nottingham with one of the most iconic waterfront vistas in the area within prime proximity to an elevated daily lifestyle of dining, shopping and adjacency to all of Downtown and Intown Macon's lifestyle benefits. Step back in time as your eyes are greeted by the timeless character, exceptional craftsmanship and endless elegance of a bygone era as you enter this three level mansion through the grand foyer with handcrafted staircase while your eyes will be drawn to the massive living room & sun filled conservatory to your left & then to the right an oversized formal dining room with bay window. Multiple, expansive living and dining areas all with beautifully honed original 1940 era hardwood floors, original moldings, and built-in cabinetry naturally offering a warm, inviting environment for entertaining as well as daily luxury living. You deserve the lifestyle improvement this waterfront mansion offers with breathtaking views from multiple terraces, loggia, porches and outdoor living spaces extending the nearly 6,400 sq ft of interior living and entertaining space outside. Functional layout with options for multiple generations under one roof - Main level offers expansive entertaining space in living room, library, conservatory, formal dining room, kitchen, morning room plus three bedrooms, 1 bedroom and full bath. Only the best is found in the kitchen offering massive amount of cabinet and counter space, Sub Zero fridge, Wolf gas range and vent, walk in pantry PLUS butler's pantry. Enliven your evening upstairs by laying down in your main bedroom overlooking the sunset on the pool and vistas to the river. Connected room to the main suite may be used for a private study or living area or, better yet, your dream dressing room no longer resides solely in your imagination, but rather becomes reality here. Terrace level offers living space, bedroom, full bath, storage space and laundry room downstairs in daylight, walk out basement with separate entry. One area on terrace level is plumbed for mini kitchen and bar area. Two car garage on this level plus storage space. Every detail thought of with extensive upgrades throughout including extensive trim molding, built in bookshelves, plantation shutters, Rinnai instant hot water heater plus coffered and trey ceilings set off by custom wood molding. Your lifestyle enhancement begins here at this once in a lifetime opportunity to own and benefit from living in a piece of history that offers your own personal escape and entertaining dream space.