Introducing 257 Methodist Park Lane, a rare opportunity to own a historic Lake Hartwell property with exceptional potential as a wedding venue, private event destination, corporate retreat, or hospitality concept. Set on approximately 4.546 acres of level, private land, the property offers a peaceful setting with mature trees, expansive lawns, broad lake views, and multiple indoor and outdoor spaces that can support memorable gatherings. The grounds provide natural locations for ceremonies, cocktail hours, receptions, rehearsal dinners, photography, retreats, and intimate celebrations. Recent clearing near the shoreline has opened wider views across Lake Hartwell, creating a striking backdrop for waterfront ceremonies and sunset events. Guests can move easily between the lawn, porch, deck, patio, residence, and lakeside pavilion, allowing an owner to create several distinct experiences within one property. At the center of the estate stands a charming two-bedroom, two-and-one-half-bath home dating to 1873. Rich in character, the residence may serve as a bridal suite, private preparation area, overnight accommodation, office, or gathering space. The nearby pavilion, which includes two bathrooms, adds flexibility for hosting and event operations. This property may appeal to an experienced event professional, hospitality entrepreneur, investor, nonprofit organization, retreat operator, or buyer seeking a distinctive Lake Hartwell estate with income-producing possibilities. With privacy, history, water views, flexible spaces, and room to bring a larger vision to life, 257 Methodist Park Lane offers more than a place to gather. It offers the foundation for a destination guests will remember. Schedule a private tour to explore the possibilities.
Active
$1,300,000
257 Methodist Park Ln, Hartwell, GA 30643
2beds
1,750sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1873
4.55 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$743/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Broad lake viewsRich in characterWater viewsExpansive lawns
- 318 days
- 301
- 12
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amy Petrenko 910.916.4305,
The Petrenko Group
Source: GAMLS,MLS#: 10640391
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Foyer, Keeping Room, Sun Room
Dining room
- Features: Separate Room
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Oven/Range (Combo), Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Master On Main Level
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,750
- Total interior livable area: 1,750 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,750
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport, Storage
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Corps of Engineers Control, No Dock Or Boathouse
- Body of water: Lake Hartwell
- Frontage type: Lakefront
Lot
- Size: 4.55 Acres
- Features: Open Lot
- Residential vegetation: Cleared, Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: C81C 050
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1873
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake, Park
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Hartwell
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $743/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $1,984
- Date on market: 11/29/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 318 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,777/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Price change | $1,300,000-31.6%$743/sqft |
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| 11/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,900,000$1,086/sqft |
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Public tax history
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Neighborhood: 30643
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hartwell
- Middle: Hart
- High: Hart
Source: GAMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




