Fair Havens Plantation

75 Old Edwards Road
Arnoldsville Georgia 30619
USA

http://www.fairhavensplantation.com

Phone: +1-706-208-8900

General Information

It is only 8 miles east of the classic city of Athens. Fair Havens is designed to elegantly host it’s guests with spacious rooms reflecting the splendor of a bygone era. Featured in Romantic Home's Magazine, this 5,000 square foot home blends elements of it’s past history, including Federal, Victorian, Greek Revival and Colonial Revival architectural styles. In 1825, a ball was held in this home for the french General the Jean Marquis de Lafayette honoring him for his assistance in the American Revolutionary War. Fair Havens is nestled within a 30 acre pastoral setting complete with horses and gardens. Since Fair Havens is a wedding and special events facility, advance reservations are required. See our website for additional pictures and history.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 4 guest accommodations (3 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 125.00 and $ 250.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 125.00 and $ 250.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 20.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Fridge
  • Ironing Board
  • Microwave
  • Private entrance
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • Wi-Fi
On Site
  • Conference Rooms
  • Desk
  • Fax Machine
  • Fireplace
  • Washer/dryer

Meals

  • A Continental breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 8:00- 9 A.M.
  • Breakfast is served in the Princess Suite, Breakfast/dining area
  • Special meals available: Vegetarian

Policies

  • No minimum stay required
  • Smoking is allowed outside only
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Children are welcome (Children over 4 or with exceptions Call)
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Complimentary water ,soda, Early riser juice, coffe, & Bagel)
  • Deposit amount required ($100.00 Deposit to reserve all rooms.)
  • Check in time is 3 P.M. and Check out time is 10 A.M.
  • Cancellations:
    If you need to cancel this reservation, call us at least two days before check-in to avoid $50. cancellation fees.

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Christian Travel
  • Excellent views
  • Family Travel
  • Group events
  • Luxury
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
  • Weddings
Establishment Type
  • Bed and Breakfast

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Greek Revival
  • Built in 1812
  • Opened for business in 2009
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1996
  • Access for the disabled is limited
  • Parking available

Location

  • Nearest major city: Athens, GA (6 miles East)
  • Directions to property:
    Do not use Mapquest. It is wrong when you get near the property. From Atlanta: follow I-85 N to 316E or I-285 to 78E or I-20 E to 138 to 78E. As you near Athens: From 78, exit right onto 316 at the light - stay in the righthand lane and proceed. If you are coming in on 316, just stay on it and get in the right hand lane. You will pass "Oconee Connector" and move into the far RIGHT lane - this will get you onto Loop 10/Hwy 78E. Proceed to EXIT 8 (Oconee Street/Lexington Road exit) and exit to the RIGHT onto 78E. Follow 78E to Clarke cnty line (apprx. 8 miles)make right on Old Edwards Road we are the first Driveway on the left Come through two silver gates & you can't see the home from the road.Wind through the Oaks tree till the property opens up to a beautiful board fence pasture. You are there.
  • Nearest major airport: ATL 80 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Take I-85 North out of the airport. You can follow 85N and follow above directions or you can take I-20 East off of I85N to Hwy 138 in Conyers and go left. Go about 16 milles to Monroe to Hwy 78E (it will segue you onto 78E at Walmart)and follow the above directions. During peak traffic times - listen to 750AM (Talk radio) for traffic updates every 6 minutes or 97.1 or 105.7 FM (oldies) for 24 hour traffic updates.

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Ken Lauderdale
    Ken and his wife's first love is restoring historic homes. They presently reside in an 1812 plantation home on thirty acres. He has moved and restored several historic homes. Hobbies are horse back riding, hiking, sprint triathlon, and hunting.
  • The innkeepers speak: English

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Historic Bus Tour of Athens, Available pastures for traveling Equine People, State Parks Horse Trails, Rafting on the Broad River, Outlet Stores, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Rodeo, Zoo