1041 Thornwell Drive, Athens

Your Personal Spa Retreat and Game Day Oasis in Athens, GA! Welcome to 1041 Thornwell Drive, a stunning 7,791 sq. ft. estate on 2 private acres, perfectly suited for a large family and designed to impress. With ample space for living, entertaining, and unwinding, this home combines timeless charm with modern comforts to create an unforgettable retreat. Step into your private spa retreat featuring a six-person sauna, a trendy cold plunge for rejuvenation, a brand-new hot tub, and a saltwater infinity-edge pool complete with a swim jet and built-in barstools. Stay active with the fully equipped fitness area and enjoy resort-style living every day. The upstairs boasts four massive bedrooms, two with ensuites and two sharing another full bath with separate vanities, a huge bonus room, and a raised media room-perfect for family living or entertaining. The completely custom laundry room, equipped with two washers and dryers, ensures maximum convenience. Located off an oversized fully customized garage offering built-in storage and finished flooring, it provides a mudroom and storage hub. Designed with entertaining in mind, the home's expansive basement attains a sophisticated yet cozy atmosphere with wood paneled ceiling, built-ins, and fireplace and includes a bar, secondary kitchen, and bonus room and bath ideal for overnight guests or a mother-in-law suite. Outdoors, the spacious pool deck, fire pit, screened porch, and pool house with outdoor TV create the ultimate Game Day experience, making this property an excellent AirBNB opportunity for UGA fans. Recent updates include three brand-new HVAC systems; upgraded insulation; whole-home water filtration system; fully customized garage with shelving, built-in desk, & finished floor; and commercial-grade generator that powers the entire home and pool. Located just minutes from downtown Athens within the renowned Oconee County School District, this home is also just one mile from the prestigious Athens Academy Private School and within 15 minutes to Westminster Christian School and Prince Avenue. This home offers unmatched flexibility, convenience, and resort-style living. Schedule your private showing today!