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Home of the Month November 2008
125 Hines Terrace
by Jim Weldon
The historic home of the month for November is 125 Hines Terrace. It is the home of Dr.William (Billy) and Charlene Baxley. Dr. Baxley is a retired physician and Charlene is co-owner of the Yellow House Antiques on Ingleside.
The exact age of the house is not known, however the tin ceilings in the house are a clue that the House was built sometime between 1895 to 1915.
The original homeowner is not known, however, the Burgher family owned the home until the late 40s. Hugh Hill and family owned the property until the mid 50s. Henry Dismuke and family were the owners from the mid to late 50s. In later years the house had fallen into ill repair.
The Baxley’s purchased the property in September 1999. A nine month renovation to the rear of the house included the addition of a master bed and bath suite. Contractor, Tommy Hallaburton worked on several projects on the property.
Architect Shannon Kay Fickling, designed the carport and the upper terrace patio, which is one the Baxley’s favorite spots to dine and relax. Shannon also assisted with the design and layout of the kitchen cabinets. The antique kitchen hutch once belonged to Dr. Baxley’s mother. Charlene and Billy are known to be good cooks and generous hosts.
The Baxley’s three grandchildren, Will, Ben and Annie love the house, from the front porch, with rocking chairs to the fall out shelter. The close proximity of the Vineville Baptist Church playground provides many opportunities for childhood games. The grandchildren refer to the playground as “Cece and Poppy’s playground”.
Upon approaching the house, you notice the wide brick sidewalk and the large front porch complete with rocking chairs. The exterior symmetry of the windows. is noteworthy as some of the windows are constructed as overhangs that extend beyond the surface exterior. This style of window is known as an Oriol window or a Victorian bay window.
The popularity of these oversized bay windows was due to the fondness that arriving English immigrants had for large windows. The windows provided a large view of the landscape from the comforts of the home interior. These windows were expensive and only the more prosperous could afford this luxury. This large window was supported by either cantilevered beams, columns, corbels or brackets.
The house has several interesting architectural features. These include French style pocket doors to the living and dining rooms. Original tin ceilings in the living room, dining room and foyer. The kitchen ceiling, the rear entrance ceiling and the porte-cochere ceilings are the original bead board.
The wood floors are light oak with a dark oak banding inlay in the entrancehall, living room and dining room. The sub floors are heart pine. Another unique feature of the home is a fallout shelter which is located in the basement of the home. The shelter was designed with indoor plumbing for waste and a hand pump to bring in fresh air.
Charlene and Billy’s knowledge of antiques, music and books is evident as the home is beautifully appointed with original oil paintings and antique English chests. Imari and blue and white plates decorate the walls in several rooms. Majolica porcelains are displayed in the kitchen. Built in bookcases in several rooms contain Dr. Baxley's large collection of books and classical records.
Other local artists whose paintings are displayed include Hope Hays, Walter Phar, Kathleen Willis, John Marbut and Jim Carson. Their favorite artworks are several large contemporary paintings by Carl Phillips, a graduate of Mercer University with a MFA from SCAD. Carl and his wife, Natasha reside on Buford Place. Wimberly McCook Rader painted the portrait of son, William. Margaret Stevenson painted the portrait of daughter Anne Margaret.
Wimberly Treadwell, a local Landscape Architect designed the grounds and Terry Johnson of Johnson’s Garden Center implemented her design. The yards of the house are well maintained by Gardner Paul Williams, whose horticultural knowledge is evident as the lawns and flower beds provide the Baxleys a plethora of flora to enjoy.
by Jim Weldon
The historic home of the month for November is 125 Hines Terrace. It is the home of Dr.William (Billy) and Charlene Baxley. Dr. Baxley is a retired physician and Charlene is co-owner of the Yellow House Antiques on Ingleside.The exact age of the house is not known, however the tin ceilings in the house are a clue that the House was built sometime between 1895 to 1915.
The original homeowner is not known, however, the Burgher family owned the home until the late 40s. Hugh Hill and family owned the property until the mid 50s. Henry Dismuke and family were the owners from the mid to late 50s. In later years the house had fallen into ill repair.
The Baxley’s purchased the property in September 1999. A nine month renovation to the rear of the house included the addition of a master bed and bath suite. Contractor, Tommy Hallaburton worked on several projects on the property.
Architect Shannon Kay Fickling, designed the carport and the upper terrace patio, which is one the Baxley’s favorite spots to dine and relax. Shannon also assisted with the design and layout of the kitchen cabinets. The antique kitchen hutch once belonged to Dr. Baxley’s mother. Charlene and Billy are known to be good cooks and generous hosts.
The Baxley’s three grandchildren, Will, Ben and Annie love the house, from the front porch, with rocking chairs to the fall out shelter. The close proximity of the Vineville Baptist Church playground provides many opportunities for childhood games. The grandchildren refer to the playground as “Cece and Poppy’s playground”.Upon approaching the house, you notice the wide brick sidewalk and the large front porch complete with rocking chairs. The exterior symmetry of the windows. is noteworthy as some of the windows are constructed as overhangs that extend beyond the surface exterior. This style of window is known as an Oriol window or a Victorian bay window.
The popularity of these oversized bay windows was due to the fondness that arriving English immigrants had for large windows. The windows provided a large view of the landscape from the comforts of the home interior. These windows were expensive and only the more prosperous could afford this luxury. This large window was supported by either cantilevered beams, columns, corbels or brackets.
The house has several interesting architectural features. These include French style pocket doors to the living and dining rooms. Original tin ceilings in the living room, dining room and foyer. The kitchen ceiling, the rear entrance ceiling and the porte-cochere ceilings are the original bead board.
The wood floors are light oak with a dark oak banding inlay in the entrancehall, living room and dining room. The sub floors are heart pine. Another unique feature of the home is a fallout shelter which is located in the basement of the home. The shelter was designed with indoor plumbing for waste and a hand pump to bring in fresh air.
Charlene and Billy’s knowledge of antiques, music and books is evident as the home is beautifully appointed with original oil paintings and antique English chests. Imari and blue and white plates decorate the walls in several rooms. Majolica porcelains are displayed in the kitchen. Built in bookcases in several rooms contain Dr. Baxley's large collection of books and classical records. Other local artists whose paintings are displayed include Hope Hays, Walter Phar, Kathleen Willis, John Marbut and Jim Carson. Their favorite artworks are several large contemporary paintings by Carl Phillips, a graduate of Mercer University with a MFA from SCAD. Carl and his wife, Natasha reside on Buford Place. Wimberly McCook Rader painted the portrait of son, William. Margaret Stevenson painted the portrait of daughter Anne Margaret.
Wimberly Treadwell, a local Landscape Architect designed the grounds and Terry Johnson of Johnson’s Garden Center implemented her design. The yards of the house are well maintained by Gardner Paul Williams, whose horticultural knowledge is evident as the lawns and flower beds provide the Baxleys a plethora of flora to enjoy.
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