Ingleside 1839

Experience the timeless elegance of Ingleside, a Greek Revival townhouse begun in the late 1830s by plantation widow Anna Dunbar Smith. This historic home is celebrated for its elaborate interior and exterior designs inspired by the works of the renowned American architect Asher Benjamin. Ingleside later became the center of Southern Nurseries, established by horticulturalist Thomas Affleck, whose landscaping shaped much of the property’s original 48 acres. Visitors can stroll the grounds, enjoy the surviving ancient trees, and take in the meticulously preserved architectural details that reflect decades of Southern history and refinement.

Discover the artistry and history woven into every corner of Ingleside. From the hand-carved woodwork to the freestanding spiral staircase, the mansion showcases the finest examples of period craftsmanship. Explore the Greek Revival additions and the columned portico style that influenced the region, while imagining the life of the families who lived here and the horticultural legacy left by Thomas Affleck. Ingleside is not only a home but a window into the cultural and architectural past of the South.