Weracoba-St. Elmo Historic District Travel Guide

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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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Our pick of the best 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 NZ$460 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
NZ$460
per night
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Weracoba Park and Dinglewood Park ...
10/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
Very comfortable and convenient house to downtown Columbus and Camp Benning. Great communication and easy checkin and checkout process.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

102 year old historic home in quiet park district comfy and quiet
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 NZ$211 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
NZ$211
per night
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,365 reviews)
Clean room great staff!!

Reviewed on 21 Mar 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
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,114 reviews)
Beautiful aesthetic with the exposed brick/old mill vibes and walking distance to Millhouse restaurant. The staff was very friendly, and my stay was peaceful. I’ll definitely be back!

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

City Mills Hotel
 stayAPT Suites Columbus-Fort Benning

stayAPT Suites Columbus-Fort Benning

4 out of 5
7402 N Lake Loop Columbus GA
The price is NZ$227 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$227
per night
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Columbus Park Crossing ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (135 reviews)
The parking is easy.. Registration was amazing The area was amazing. Overall Amazing experience

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

stayAPT Suites Columbus-Fort Benning
Sleep Inn & Suites Columbus near Fort Benning

Sleep Inn & Suites Columbus near Fort Benning

2.5 out of 5
3662 Victory Dr, Building A Columbus GA
The price is NZ$164 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
NZ$164
per night
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Loved everything, staff, cleanliness, breakfast, room service! Everything was perfect!

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Sleep Inn & Suites Columbus near Fort Benning
Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG

Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG

3.5 out of 5
21 WEST 14TH STREET Columbus GA
The price is NZ$340 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$340
per night
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (559 reviews)
Room was clean & elegant. Staff was amazing. Bar on 7th floor had excellent cocktails with beautiful river sunset view.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Hotel Indigo Columbus at Riverfront Place by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Weracoba-St. Elmo Historic District

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East Highlands

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Highlands and surrounding area, you can visit Lunch Box Museum and Springer Opera House.

East Highlands
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Peacock Woods-Diamond Circle Historic District

Though Peacock Woods-Diamond Circle Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Columbus Museum and Springer Opera House.

Peacock Woods-Diamond Circle Historic District
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Wynnton Village Historic District

While there might not be top attractions in Wynnton Village Historic District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Columbus Museum and Springer Opera House.

Wynnton Village Historic District
The Wynn House was built in 1839 when the city of Columbus was 11 years old. Greek Revival in style, the house has doric columns on three sides and is topped with a cupolo. Originally named “Oakview,” the house was built by Colonel William Wynn, for whom the Wynnton area of Columbus is named.

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.

MidTown

While visiting MidTown, you might make a stop by sights like Columbus Museum and Smith-McCullers House.

MidTown
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Dinglewood Historic District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Dinglewood Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit Columbus Museum and Springer Opera House.

Dinglewood Historic District
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Briarwood

While Briarwood may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Columbus Museum and Springer Opera House.

Briarwood


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