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more than a century ago,Thomasville was celebrated as one of the most fashionable places in the world to visit. During the

Victorian era,manywealthy northern socialites and pleasure seekers traveled South by rail to enjoy

Thomasville as the premier winter resort. Attracted to the genteel, sporting life of south Georgia,

many made Thomasville their winter home and built grand “Winter Cottages.” Today the area

still boasts a rich architectural heritage and a thriving, historic downtown. Consequently, the town

plays hosts to a wide variety of cultural events, and the residents create a vibrance paralleled only

by the landscape.

The Plantation culture has long played an integral part in both our community and in the preser-

vation of this unique area. The rolling landscape of live oak, longleaf pine, andwiregrass creates an

ecosystem known as the Red Hills. This remarkable area consists of over 300,000 acres and com-

prises the largest concentration of traditional quail plantations in the United States. Among these

70+ plantations, one estate rises to the top.

introducing

Today Coalson Plantation elegantly recreates the luxurious

lifestyle enjoyed by those individuals who came to the area

to enjoy it rich, natural heritage. The resort incorporates the

original grounds to include thirty three rooms and an equal number of baths, along with

conference rooms, spa and fitness center. Guests are invited to stroll the grounds and explore

the formal, English gardens, the avenues of ancient live oaks and magnolias, and marvel at the

exquisite architectural detailing that set Coalson apart. Shooting excursions can be arranged

on a number of neighboring plantations, while downtown Thomasville offers exceptional

shopping and dining options.

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Coa�sonP �antation�

more than a century ago,Thomasville was celebrated as one of the most fashionable places in the world to visit. During the

Victorian era,manywealthy northern socialites and pleasure seekers traveled South by rail to enjoy

Thomasville as the premier winter resort. Attracted to the genteel, sporting life of south Georgia,

many made Thomasville their winter home and built grand “Winter Cottages.” Today the area

still boasts a rich architectural heritage and a thriving, historic downtown. Consequently, the town

plays hosts to a wide variety of cultural events, and the residents create a vibrance paralleled only

by the landscape.

The Plantation culture has long played an integral part in both our community and in the preser-

vation of this unique area. The rolling landscape of live oak, longleaf pine, andwiregrass creates an

ecosystem known as the Red Hills. This remarkable area consists of over 300,000 acres and com-

prises the largest concentration of traditional quail plantations in the United States. Among these

70+ plantations, one estate rises to the top.

introducing

Today Coalson Plantation elegantly recreates the luxurious

lifestyle enjoyed by those individuals who came to the area

to enjoy it rich, natural heritage. The resort incorporates the

original grounds to include thirty three rooms and an equal number of baths, along with

conference rooms, spa and fitness center. Guests are invited to stroll the grounds and explore

the formal, English gardens, the avenues of ancient live oaks and magnolias, and marvel at the

exquisite architectural detailing that set Coalson apart. Shooting excursions can be arranged

on a number of neighboring plantations, while downtown Thomasville offers exceptional

shopping and dining options.

architectural detailingarchitectural detailing�xquisite�xquisite

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The property was utilized as a working cotton

plantation and changedhands several times through-

out the later part of the nineteenth century.The 1890’s

beckoned in the “Resort Era” at which time many

working plantations were converted to recreational

quail hunting. It was during this time that Howard

Melville Hanna, founder of Standard Oil Trust, first

acquired the property.UnderHanna’s ownership the

house and grounds were transformed into the

estate that exists today. In 1905, Mr. Hanna enlarged

the main house with the additions of the north and

south wings. He also opened up two of the main

rooms into one large double parlor. This room, now

referred to as the Hanna room, is uniquely paneled

inmagnolia harvested from the property and offers a

beautiful view of the sunken garden.

in 1825, paul coalson purchased 750 acres and builtan antebellum “dogtrot” home on the property.

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roomroom

the gracious back porch reveals a shaded magnolia avenuethe gracious back porch reveals a shaded magnolia avenue

elegant, unique interior spaces combinedwith the magnificent grounds make this property

elegant, unique interior spaces combinedwith the magnificent grounds make this property

One-of-a-�indOne-of-a-�ind

beautiful millwork throughoutbeautiful millwork throughout

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The property was utilized as a working cotton

plantation and changedhands several times through-

out the later part of the nineteenth century.The 1890’s

beckoned in the “Resort Era” at which time many

working plantations were converted to recreational

quail hunting. It was during this time that Howard

Melville Hanna, founder of Standard Oil Trust, first

acquired the property.UnderHanna’s ownership the

house and grounds were transformed into the

estate that exists today. In 1905, Mr. Hanna enlarged

the main house with the additions of the north and

south wings. He also opened up two of the main

rooms into one large double parlor. This room, now

referred to as the Hanna room, is uniquely paneled

inmagnolia harvested from the property and offers a

beautiful view of the sunken garden.

in 1825, paul coalson purchased 750 acres and builtan antebellum “dogtrot” home on the property.

�anna�annathethe

roomroom

the gracious back porch reveals a shaded magnolia avenuethe gracious back porch reveals a shaded magnolia avenue

elegant, unique interior spaces combinedwith the magnificent grounds make this property

elegant, unique interior spaces combinedwith the magnificent grounds make this property

One-of-a-�indOne-of-a-�ind

beautiful millwork throughoutbeautiful millwork throughout

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of an earlier erathere was a land of cavaliers and cotton fields called...

the old southrich in history

known first as coalson, secondly as melrose, now ascoalson plantation

Geor�ianGeor�ianclassicclassicrevival stylerevival style

In 1923, the property was passed into the hands of Howard Melville Hanna, Jr., who made further improvements. The architectural firm of

Walker andWeeks was commissioned to build many of the new structures. The outbuildings, including an elaborate stable, creamery, bull and

cow barns, as well as a grooms house were designed in the classic Georgian Revival style, characterized by the use of red brick, porticos and an

overall formal stylization.

In 1923, the property was passed into the hands of Howard Melville Hanna, Jr., who made further improvements. The architectural firm of

Walker andWeeks was commissioned to build many of the new structures. The outbuildings, including an elaborate stable, creamery, bull and

cow barns, as well as a grooms house were designed in the classic Georgian Revival style, characterized by the use of red brick, porticos and an

overall formal stylization.

In 1934, the Pool House was constructed and represents an architectural and technological marvel of the time. The glass enclosed pool is fully

heated with an adjacent sitting area and fireplace, in addition to two dressing rooms. The decorative elements of the Pool House, including a

set of unique iron gates, symbolically represent Poseidon in his many manifestations, while the house itself serves as a terrarium laced with

creeping fig, orchids, and ferns.

In 1934, the Pool House was constructed and represents an architectural and technological marvel of the time. The glass enclosed pool is fully

heated with an adjacent sitting area and fireplace, in addition to two dressing rooms. The decorative elements of the Pool House, including a

set of unique iron gates, symbolically represent Poseidon in his many manifestations, while the house itself serves as a terrarium laced with

creeping fig, orchids, and ferns.

Coalson House c.1850 “King Cotton” Pre Civil War Early Transportation The Mitchell House Bird Hunting on Melrose Shooting Party c.1918 Melrose Plantation c.1920 Pool House built in 19341825

1825—Paul Coalson purchases original 750 acres Civil War—1861-1865 1880s—The Resort Era begins in Thomasville

1896

1896—Property is purchased by Howard Melville Hanna 1923—Howard Melville Hanna Jr. assumes property 1934—Property and Estate undergo expansion

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of an earlier erathere was a land of cavaliers and cotton fields called...

the old southrich in history

known first as coalson, secondly as melrose, now ascoalson plantation

Geor�ianGeor�ianclassicclassicrevival stylerevival style

In 1923, the property was passed into the hands of Howard Melville Hanna, Jr., who made further improvements. The architectural firm of

Walker andWeeks was commissioned to build many of the new structures. The outbuildings, including an elaborate stable, creamery, bull and

cow barns, as well as a grooms house were designed in the classic Georgian Revival style, characterized by the use of red brick, porticos and an

overall formal stylization.

In 1923, the property was passed into the hands of Howard Melville Hanna, Jr., who made further improvements. The architectural firm of

Walker andWeeks was commissioned to build many of the new structures. The outbuildings, including an elaborate stable, creamery, bull and

cow barns, as well as a grooms house were designed in the classic Georgian Revival style, characterized by the use of red brick, porticos and an

overall formal stylization.

In 1934, the Pool House was constructed and represents an architectural and technological marvel of the time. The glass enclosed pool is fully

heated with an adjacent sitting area and fireplace, in addition to two dressing rooms. The decorative elements of the Pool House, including a

set of unique iron gates, symbolically represent Poseidon in his many manifestations, while the house itself serves as a terrarium laced with

creeping fig, orchids, and ferns.

In 1934, the Pool House was constructed and represents an architectural and technological marvel of the time. The glass enclosed pool is fully

heated with an adjacent sitting area and fireplace, in addition to two dressing rooms. The decorative elements of the Pool House, including a

set of unique iron gates, symbolically represent Poseidon in his many manifestations, while the house itself serves as a terrarium laced with

creeping fig, orchids, and ferns.

Coalson House c.1850 “King Cotton” Pre Civil War Early Transportation The Mitchell House Bird Hunting on Melrose Shooting Party c.1918 Melrose Plantation c.1920 Pool House built in 19341825

1825—Paul Coalson purchases original 750 acres Civil War—1861-1865 1880s—The Resort Era begins in Thomasville

1896

1896—Property is purchased by Howard Melville Hanna 1923—Howard Melville Hanna Jr. assumes property 1934—Property and Estate undergo expansion

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For the equestrian, the stable complex combines both

form and function. The barn consists of seven large

stalls with wide Dutch doors and good ventilation.

Other features include a tack room, separate hay, feed,

and utility barns as well as a grooms cottage. The

property has an eight acre paddock with great shade

trees and ample space for future paddock expansion.

Equestrian andmaintenance staff can reside adjacent

to the stable in one of several cottages. Thomasville

has a rich, equestrian heritagewithworld class events

such as the Red Hills Horse Trials and fox hunting

with the Live Oak pack easily accessible. Ocala and

Wellington are located just three hours south.

The Showboat was designed to resemble a river

showboat with a small bridge over a goldfish pond

providing access to the front porch. The building

was used as a theater for live productions and

movies and includes a stage with dressing rooms on

either side. The barreled ceiling and pecky cypress

interior contributed to the acoustics and the

nautical motif. It is widely believed that the first

private showing of Gone with the Windwas held at

The Showboat.

no hour of life is wasted that is spent in the saddle.—winston churchill

�questrian�questrianfor thefor the

BoatBoatShowShow

a barreled ceiling andpecky cypress interiorfor perfect acoustics

a barreled ceiling andpecky cypress interiorfor perfect acoustics

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For the equestrian, the stable complex combines both

form and function. The barn consists of seven large

stalls with wide Dutch doors and good ventilation.

Other features include a tack room, separate hay, feed,

and utility barns as well as a grooms cottage. The

property has an eight acre paddock with great shade

trees and ample space for future paddock expansion.

Equestrian andmaintenance staff can reside adjacent

to the stable in one of several cottages. Thomasville

has a rich, equestrian heritagewithworld class events

such as the Red Hills Horse Trials and fox hunting

with the Live Oak pack easily accessible. Ocala and

Wellington are located just three hours south.

The Showboat was designed to resemble a river

showboat with a small bridge over a goldfish pond

providing access to the front porch. The building

was used as a theater for live productions and

movies and includes a stage with dressing rooms on

either side. The barreled ceiling and pecky cypress

interior contributed to the acoustics and the

nautical motif. It is widely believed that the first

private showing of Gone with the Windwas held at

The Showboat.

no hour of life is wasted that is spent in the saddle.—winston churchill

�questrian�questrianfor thefor the

BoatBoatShowShow

a barreled ceiling andpecky cypress interiorfor perfect acoustics

a barreled ceiling andpecky cypress interiorfor perfect acoustics

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Thomasville is located 45miles west of I-75 at Valdosta, Georgia, and 35miles north-

east of Tallahasssee, Florida, on U.S. Highway 319, in the heart of the land known as

the Red Hills Region. The land, with extremely fertile soil, is home to tall stands of

longleaf pines, graceful live oaks, and a profusion of dogwood, azalea, and wisteria.

Thomasville is accessible by commercial air through the Tallahassee Regional

Airport. In addition, Thomasville offers a municipal airport 10 minutes from town

that can accommodate four engine jets with charter flights available.

Thomasville has approximately 20,000 residents withThomas County having around

42,000. The four seasons we experience are amild spring, subtropical summer, warm

but pleasant fall, and cool-to-chilly winter. The annual average temperature high is

78 degrees and the low is 55 degrees.

about the area

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