Weracoba-St. Elmo Historic District, GA

Columbus

Historic buildings in Columbus - Ohio, United States
Historic buildings in Columbus - Ohio, United States
Aerial View of Columbus, Georgia at Dusk
"St. Elmo", one of the most exquisite examples of the classic houses in America, stands in view of this point, it was built on the old Stagecoach Road by Colonel Seaborn Jones, for his wife, Mary Howard Jones. Completed in 1833, it was originally called "El Dorado." Here, Augusta Jane Evans visited her aunt and found inspiration for her celebrated novel "St. Elmo."

As a member of Governor Troup's staff, Seaborn Jones came to the site of Columbus with LaFayette in 1825. Lawyer, painter, solicitor-general of the Ocmulgee Circuit (1817-1818), he was member of Congress in 1835-45- 47. President James K. Polk, President Millard Fillmore, Henry Clay, and General Winfield Scott were distinguished visitors entertained in this house by Colonel Jones.

In 1878, the place became the home of Captain and Mrs. James J. Slade and the name changed to St. Elmo. Captain Slade once conducted a girls school here.

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Weracoba-St. Elmo Historic District Hotel Deals

102 year old historic home in quiet park district comfy and quiet

102 year old historic home in quiet park district comfy and quiet

Columbus GA
The price is ¥13,733 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
¥13,733
¥38,334 total
Jan 27 - Jan 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Weracoba Park and Dinglewood ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
Loved this house! We were just there overnight. Beds were very comfy, plush bedding & towels, and the location felt safe. Super close and convenient to Fort Benning. Appreciated the TV’s in the bedrooms after a long drive!

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

102 year old historic home in quiet park district comfy and quiet
Near CSU, Ft Moore, & Downtown - Parkside Townhome

Near CSU, Ft Moore, & Downtown - Parkside Townhome

Columbus GA
Stay at this vacation home in Columbus. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Wild wood park and Weracoba Park are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (27 reviews)
Like many of the other comments, house definitely needs updates. The futon in the living room was very stained and broken. We had to put a blanket over it to sit on it. The refrigerator did not make ice or water. There was no hair dryer like the add said, so I didn’t bring one. I was a little upset ...

Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025

Near CSU, Ft Moore, & Downtown - Parkside Townhome
Stylish 3BR Retreat w Porch and garden

Stylish 3BR Retreat w Porch and garden

2 out of 5
1631 18th Ave Columbus GA
The price is ¥18,840 per night from Feb 10 to Feb 11
¥18,840
¥51,938 total
Feb 10 - Feb 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Columbus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Weracoba Park and Wild wood park are located ...
Stylish 3BR Retreat w Porch and garden
Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus-North Fort Moore

Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus-North Fort Moore

2.5 out of 5
3452 Macon Rd Columbus GA
The price is ¥8,867 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
¥8,867
¥11,153 total
Jan 27 - Jan 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Professional staff, clean room, no issues, overall: a very good stay for such low price!

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus-North Fort Moore
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus North

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus North

3 out of 5
1711 Rollins Way Columbus GA
The price is ¥15,975 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
¥15,975
¥19,470 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,391 reviews)
Breakfast was good. Check in and out very time efficient. Rooms are clean. Staff is very friendly.

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Columbus North
City Mills Hotel

City Mills Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1801 1st Ave Columbus GA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,079 reviews)
Very nice!

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

City Mills Hotel
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In 1852 Henry Hurt purchased the home from Colonel Wynn, but sold it in 1855 having never lived in it.  The next owner, Mr. Hines Holt, was a prominent Georgia congressman and attorney.  During the Civil War, his ownership saved the home from the Union Army captain sent to burn the homes in this area.  The home remained in the Holt family for 50 years. 

In 1905, Mr. J. T.

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Briarwood


Weracoba-St. Elmo Historic District, GA