An idyllic country setting awaits on this beautiful 20-acre property with a pond, creek, historic main house and large detached garage/apartment. Located between Athens and Lake Oconee, this property features The McWhorter Home, nestled in the peaceful countryside of the Woodville/Union Point area, and has a large fenced pasture that currently houses a pony and donkeys. The home was built in the 1800s, moved from Little River to its current location in 1861, and restored in 1981 by the great-granddaughter of the original owner. This classic turn-of-the-century home features 4 bedrooms, 2 full and one 1/2 baths, traditional covered front porch with swings, stunning entry foyer with winding staircase and stained glass windows, original heart pine flooring, 11 ft ceilings, parlor, formal dining room, living room, great room, large laundry room/office, 11 fireplaces (2 working), primary bedroom and bath on main, 3 bedrooms and large bath upstairs, a large kitchen w/ island, double ovens, new stainless steel appliances. The rear of the home features an expansive sunroom with redwood sauna and 9 ft round gunite hot tub overlooking the 54x22 gunite saltwater pool. Pass through the fountain garden walkway to the separate 4-car garage with greenhouse, workshop, full bath, and 3-bedroom apartment with full kitchen on the second floor. In the privacy of the property, you will find a whimsical tree house, gardening area, plenty of room for exploring, and ample space to host large gatherings/events - the potential is endless! The 20-acre property has a mix of fields and forest, with 15 acres being fenced with three separate pasture areas that can easily be sectioned off or opened. Bring your horses and let them roam, with access to a small pond and running stream. The property also comes with three working fountains, a large chicken coop and beehive, along with mature muscadines, pecan trees, pomegranate trees, fig trees, pear trees, and apple trees. The nearby Firefly Trail, a 39-mile multi-use path extending from Union Point to Athens along the historic Georgia Railroad corridor, and the Off Road Adventures at Durhamtown ATV Park provides opportunities for recreation and enjoying the simple life. Schedule your private showing of this beautiful retreat today!