Hell Gate is a shortcut channel near the confluence of the Big Ogeechee River and Little Ogeechee River that was cut by the Army Corps of Engineers to accommodate the convenient movement of vessels in the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. At low tide, the channel is dangerously low and even experienced boaters can have problems navigating if not careful.
The dormers on this house indicate a cross-gable second floor.
Built by Barney Averitt using lumber from his sawmill, this home features a variety of pine, oak, and maple floors. The brick was likely added in the early 20th century, when it was remodeled to its present Colonial Revival appearance. It’s now owned by Helen Cannon and home to Georgia’s Bed and Breakfast, a popular Statesboro inn.
This is a modified example of the Georgian Cottage style common throughout the state.
This is one of many homes of this era that feature multiple architectural influences. The overall “feel” is Queen Anne cottage, but there are other elements present.
The date for this house comes from a real estate archive and is likely a bit late.
Architecturally, this Spanish Colonial Revival is one of the most impressive houses in Statesboro. As is the case with several structures in the city’s historic districts, there is a bit of conflict regarding the date of construction; the National Register nomination dates it to 1915 while real estate archives put it at 1917. I generally defer to the National Register until I learn otherwise.
Savannah Avenue Historic District, National Register of Historic Places