Weracoba-St. Elmo Historic District Travel Guide

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Historic buildings in Columbus - Ohio, United States
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$432 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
NZ$432
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
We needed to add an extra day to our original trip and the host was very accommodating. The house was very cozy

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

102 year old historic home in quiet park district comfy and quiet
Stylish 3BR Retreat w Porch and garden

Stylish 3BR Retreat w Porch and garden

2 out of 5
1631 18th Ave Columbus GA
The price is NZ$561 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
NZ$561
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Weracoba Park and Wild wood park are located nearby.
Stylish 3BR Retreat w Porch and garden
Near CSU, Ft Moore, & Downtown - Parkside Townhome

Near CSU, Ft Moore, & Downtown - Parkside Townhome

Columbus GA
Stay at this holiday home in Columbus. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Wild wood park and Weracoba Park are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (27 reviews)
Like many of the other comments, house definitely needs updates. The futon in the living room was very stained and broken. We had to put a blanket over it to sit on it. The refrigerator did not make ice or water. There was no hair dryer like the add said, so I didn’t bring one. I was a little upset ...

Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

Near CSU, Ft Moore, & Downtown - Parkside Townhome
Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus-North Fort Moore

Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus-North Fort Moore

2.5 out of 5
3452 Macon Rd Columbus GA
The price is NZ$122 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
NZ$122
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
7/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Professional staff, clean room, no issues, overall: a very good stay for such low price!

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Columbus-North Fort Moore
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$200 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
NZ$200
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,388 reviews)
Staff was professional and polite. Room could've been cleaned a little better, but was satisfactory. Breakfast was also satisfactory. We didnt use any emenities such as pool or gym so cant comment on that aspect.

Reviewed on 30 Jan 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! (1,079 reviews)
Hotel and any Stay was exceptional

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

City Mills Hotel
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 Columbus Museum and RiverCenter for the Performing Arts.

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 Smith-McCullers 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 Smith-McCullers 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 Smith-McCullers 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 Smith-McCullers House and Columbus Museum.

Briarwood


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