The Lapham Patterson House is one of Georgia’s most unique historic homes. The architectural details were a step ahead of its time: fishscale shingles, oriental-style porch decorations, long-leaf pine inlaid floors, and a double-flue chimney with a walk-through stairway and cantilevered balcony.
Because of its architectural significance, the Lapham-Patterson House was named a National Historic Landmark in 1975.
Built between 1884–85 as a winter cottage for prosperous shoe merchant C.W. Lapham of Chicago, the residence was well-equipped with its own gas lighting system, hot and cold running water, indoor plumbing and modern closets.
(Above, you can see the fishscale shingles a little better in this photo, with a bit of the stained glass visible thru the open porch door.)
The Laphams sold the winter house in 1894, and it was re-sold in 1905 to James G. Patterson… hence the name Lapham-Patterson.
The home is available for rental for large events like weddings, but recently one wing of the residence has become available for overnight guests to enjoy.
This suite includes two rooms and a Jack and Jill bathroom. The primary room (shown above) has a king bed, the guest room (seen thru the doorway… the fireplace peeking out) has a queen sleeper sofa and comfortable reading chairs.
The space opens to a charming backyard patio. It’s also is within walking distance of Thomasville‘s unique historic downtown.
If you can’t stay the night but just want to see this gorgeous bit of history, then consider taking a tour. You’ll be able to see all three levels of the home (please note this is restricted to those without mobility concerns. There is not elevator.)
Here’s a fun tip if you’re touring… get the Journey Pass so that you can also visit the local history museum. There are seven houses that make up the Center, and one of the homes (Ewart House) includes a bowling alley!
The bowling alley is one of the oldest in the US, and you can take a turn knocking down the pins.
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