Follow the private drive to the very back of Buckhead’s only guarded gated community, past lantern-lit lanes reminiscent of an English village, and discover something unexpected. At the quiet terminus of a cul-de-sac, behind centuries-old trees, a 1934 French Normandy estate sits wrapped in flower gardens so lush and layered they could have been lifted from the Cotswolds. Roses climb ancient stone. Boxwood hedges frame secret garden rooms. Perennial borders spill with color through three seasons. To turn into this driveway is to leave Buckhead behind entirely—to be transported to another place, another time.

And yet you haven’t left Buckhead at all. Dual gated entrances—one to West Paces Ferry Road, one to Northside Drive—return you instantly to the heart of Atlanta’s most prestigious address. This is the rare home that offers complete escape without any sacrifice of access.

The Gardens & Grounds

The 1.44-acre property—the largest lot in the community—unfolds as a series of garden experiences rather than mere landscaping. Arrive through established plantings that soften the home’s French Normandy silhouette, creating the impression of a manor house that has settled into its grounds over generations. Formal beds give way to naturalistic borders; structured hedges frame moments of wild abundance.

Step down from the main level to a flat rear yard—rare in Buckhead—where a sparkling pool and spa sit surrounded by yet more gardens to enjoy. Multiple large porches invite contemplation of this unexpected setting from every angle. A large motor court, tucked around the side of the house, often serves as an impromptu pickleball court for the family—a reminder that for all its grace, this is a home meant to be lived in.

The generous acreage offers ample room for additional improvements for buyers who wish to extend the estate’s footprint while preserving its gardens-first character.

The Residence

Before there was a gated community at 675 West Paces Ferry, there was this home. Built in 1934, this French Normandy estate was preserved when developers made the unusual decision in the 1990s to build around it rather than raze it. A subsequent expansion by Harrison Design seamlessly married the home’s original character with contemporary living requirements, honoring its 1934 soul—including the signature turret—while delivering nearly 9,000 square feet of finished living space across three levels.

Step through the garden approach to a grand entry with striking black and white marble floors. The open floor plan unfolds through a formal fireside living room, wood-paneled office, and elegant dining room with sunlit bar area—spaces designed for both intimate gatherings and grand entertaining, each with sightlines to the gardens beyond.

The gourmet kitchen features high-end appliances and a separate butler’s pantry, with a dining area that opens directly to the backyard and its Cotswolds-inspired plantings. Ten-foot ceilings grace every level, amplifying the sense of space and light throughout.

The expansive owner’s suite delivers luxurious ensuite amenities with his-and-hers closets, while three additional bedrooms on this level each offer private ensuites. The architectural turret—that unmistakable French Normandy flourish—has been reimagined as an expanded playroom connecting the home to its 1934 origins. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the upper floor.

The terrace level extends the living space with a gym, wine cellar, and billiards room—ideal for relaxation and entertaining.

Location & Lifestyle

West Paces Ferry Road remains Atlanta’s most prestigious residential address—home to the Georgia Governor’s Mansion, the Atlanta History Center and Swan House, and Cherokee Town & Country Club. This residence positions its owners within that rarefied context while offering something its neighbors cannot: the privacy of a gated 14-home enclave with a guard manning the gatehouse and two separate entrances for effortless access.

The location offers very convenient access to Buckhead’s most prestigious independent schools: Pace Academy, The Westminster Schools, and The Lovett School. For families using Atlanta Public Schools, the property falls within the Jackson Elementary, Sutton Middle, and North Atlanta High School districts.

Ultimate privacy meets urban convenience. Buckhead Village is minutes away with fine dining, shopping, and an unlimited selection of things to do. A Whole Foods sits one mile in each direction. I-75 and GA-400 ensure connectivity throughout metro Atlanta.

Escape Without Leaving

To live at 675 West Paces Ferry #11, is to wake each morning to gardens that belong in the English countryside, to move through gracious rooms in a home that predates everything around it, to feel a world away from everything—and yet be minutes from all that Buckhead offers. The turret, the marble entry, the pool set among perennial borders, the flat acre-and-a-half that invites future dreams: all speak to a residence that has been loved and invested in across nearly a century.

For buyers seeking a home and setting as unexpected as it is gracious—one that transports them to another time and place while remaining at the heart of Atlanta’s finest residential corridor—this 91-year-old French Normandy estate occupies a category of one.

Available Early 2026