705 Washington St
Description
successful Bed and Breakfast property, 705 Washington was built in 1836 as a three-story Federal townhouse, with an expansion and remodeling in the 1890s, including a porch, indoor kitchen and...A Gem in the Heart of Natchez with a great NEW PRICE! Spectacular home or income-producing B&B on 3 lots! National Register home built in 1836, surrounded by expansive gardens and brick patios and furnished with all the amenities! Known locally as the Barnes house and operated recently as GardenSong, a very
successful Bed and Breakfast property, 705 Washington was built in 1836 as a three-story Federal townhouse, with an expansion and remodeling in the 1890s, including a porch, indoor kitchen and Victorian elements. Further renovations in the 1960s brought it to its current style. Located on one of the Garden District's most beautiful streets along an alley of crêpe myrtles abundantly decked with deep pink blooms in summer. Bay windows, exquisite wallpaper, original fireplaces surrounded by Delft tile and rose-colored marble, and interior designer Earl Hart Miller's wood finishes create an elegant and gracious setting. Ground floor primary suite adjoins a sitting room with gas fireplace and French doors opening to a secluded patio and garden arbor. Sitting room could be 6th bedroom. Second floor front bedroom has wide balcony. Second floor Clark Gable
suite has two bedrooms. Third floor suite has great views of downtown. All bedrooms have ensuite baths,
Beautiful brick office with HVAC and water in the garden. Abundant storage and large pantry enhance the ease of living in this historic property. Just two blocks from downtown shopping, art galleries and dining and an easy 10-minute walk to the Bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River where you will find music, festivals and nightlife. Greenhouse and covered walkway from notable carport to your door are just two
remarkable features of 705 Washington Street. Off street parking for multiple cars. Bed and Breakfast financial records available. Furnishings may be purchased separately. Clark Gable, a friend of the original owners, visited and slept here! Make your appointment now to see this unique property!
- Listed by Marsha M Colson • Brokerage DRE #24135 • Colson Classic Real Estate LLCP: (601)-807-5007 C: (601)-807-5007 mrshcolson@gmail.com
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Bay Windows
- Carport Parking
- Ceiling Fan
- Central AC
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Property Details for 705 Washington Street
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 4106862 |
| Days on Market | 267 |
| Taxes | $6,694 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1836 |
| Lot Size | 0.46 AC / 20,037 SF |
| County | Adams County |
Location
Building Information for 705 Washington Street
Payment Calculator
$3,896 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$3,339
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Property Information for 705 Washington Street
- Directions: From Martin Luther King Street turn west onto Washington. House is on your right
- Fencing: Brick, Gate, Full
- Subdivision Name: Downtown
- Latitude: 31.56
- Longitude: -91.40
- Association Fee: $0
- Tax Legal Description: H&L#705 WASHINGTON ST 41-114B-68 ALSO 3-6-11
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tax Annual Amount: $6,694.00
- Tax and Financial Information:Tax Annual Amount: $6,694.00
- Tax and Financial Information:Tax Year: 2,024.00
- Tax and Financial Information:Homestead Y/N: No
- Tax and Financial Information:Additional Exemptions Y/N: No
- Tax and Financial Information:Flood Insurance Required?: No
- Tax and Financial Information:Leasehold Y/N: No
- Tax and Financial Information:Association: No
- Tax and Financial Information:Covenants Y/N: No
- Tax and Financial Information:Legal Description: H&L#705 WASHINGTON ST 41-114B-68 ALSO 3-6-11
- Parking Features: Carport, Paved
- Carport Spaces: 2.00
- Garage Spaces: .00
- Parking Total: 3.00
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking Features:Parking Total: 3.00
- Parking Features:Carport: Yes
- Parking Features:Paved: Yes
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.propertypanorama.com/705-Washington-Street-Natchez-MS-39120/unbranded
- Other Structures: Greenhouse, Outbuilding, Storage
- Lot Size Acres: 0.46
- Lot Size Dimensions: 241 x 82
- Year Built Source: Public Records
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Fenced, Garden, Landscaped, Level
- Structure Type: House
- Living Area Source: Appraiser
- Building Area Total: 3807.0
- Lot Size Area: 0.46
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Square Feet: 20037.6
- New Construction: No
- Disclosures: Lead Paint
- Floor Plans Count: 0
- Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
- Year Built: 1836
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- General Property Information:New Construction: No
- General Property Information:Property Condition: Move In Ready
- General Property Information:Approx Lot Size Acres: .46
- General Property Information:Lot Size Dimensions: 241 x 82
- General Property Information:SqFt Source: Appraiser
- General Property Information:Year Built Source: Public Records
- General Property Information:Garage Spaces: .00
- General Property Information:Carport Spaces: 2.00
- General Property Information:Total Floors: 3.00
- General Property Information:Bathrooms Half: 1.00
- General Property Information:Bathrooms Three Quarter: .00
- General Property Information:Fireplace: Yes
- General Property Information:Fireplaces Total: 4.00
- General Property Information:Pool: No
- General Property Information:School District: Natchez-Adams
- General Property Information:Home Warranty: No
- General Property Information:Accessibility Features: No
- Electric: True
- Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Pool Private: No
- Construction Materials: Wood Siding
- Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Garden, Uncovered Courtyard
- Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Porch
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Fireplace: Yes
- Cooling: Yes
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Gas
- Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Heating: Central, Electric, Natural Gas
- Interior Features: Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Bidet
- Laundry Features: Laundry Room
- Levels: Three Or More
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
- Heating: Yes
- Rooms Total: 0
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
- Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.50
- Bathrooms Total Notational: 4.10
- Bedrooms Total: 5
- Bathrooms Full: 4
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
- Appliances: Built-In Electric Range, Built-In Refrigerator, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Washer
Property History for 705 Washington Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 9, 2026 | Price Change GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $685,000 | — |
| Jan 9, 2026 | Price Change GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $718,000 | — |
| Jan 9, 2026 | Price Change GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $685,000 | — |
| Jan 9, 2026 | Listed (Active) GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $747,000 | — |
| Dec 27, 2025 | Temporarily Off Market GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $718,000 | — |
| Jul 5, 2025 | Listed (Active) GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $747,000 | — |
| Jun 27, 2025 | Price Change GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $718,000 | — |
| Jun 27, 2025 | Temporarily Off Market GCAOR MLS #4106862 | — | |
| Jun 27, 2025 | Listed (Active) GCAOR MLS #4106862 | — | |
| Jun 15, 2025 | Temporarily Off Market GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $747,000 | — |
| Jun 15, 2025 | Temporarily Off Market GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $718,000 | — |
| Mar 16, 2025 | Listed (Active) GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $747,000 | — |
| Apr 2, 2024 | Temporarily Off Market GCAOR MLS #20230230 | $780,000 | — |
| Jan 13, 2024 | Permanently Off Market GCAOR MLS #20230230 | $780,000 | — |
| Nov 2, 2023 | Temporarily Off Market ROAM MLS #NO2392298 | $780,000 | — |
| May 2, 2023 | Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #NO2392298 | $780,000 | — |
| Apr 29, 2023 | Listed (Active) GCAOR MLS #20230230 | $780,000 | — |
| Aug 22, 2016 | Sold GCAOR MLS #206233 | — | |
| Jul 30, 2016 | Contract Signed GCAOR MLS #206233 | — | |
| Jul 20, 2016 | Listed (Active) GCAOR MLS #206233 | $545,000 | — |
| Aug 19, 2014 | Temporarily Off Market ROAM MLS #NO965728 | $895,000 | — |
| Sep 9, 2013 | Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #NO965728 | $895,000 | — |
| Jul 31, 2010 | Temporarily Off Market ROAM MLS #NO813911 | $985,000 | — |
| Nov 23, 2009 | Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #NO813911 | $1,199,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 01/09/2026 | Price Change GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $685,000 |
| 01/09/2026 | Price Change GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $718,000 |
| 01/09/2026 | Price Change GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $685,000 |
| 01/09/2026 | Listed (Active) GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $747,000 |
| 12/27/2025 | Temporarily Off Market GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $718,000 |
| 07/05/2025 | Listed (Active) GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $747,000 |
| 06/27/2025 | Price Change GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $718,000 |
| 06/27/2025 | Temporarily Off Market GCAOR MLS #4106862 | — |
| 06/27/2025 | Listed (Active) GCAOR MLS #4106862 | — |
| 06/15/2025 | Temporarily Off Market GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $747,000 |
| 06/15/2025 | Temporarily Off Market GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $718,000 |
| 03/16/2025 | Listed (Active) GCAOR MLS #4106862 | $747,000 |
| 04/02/2024 | Temporarily Off Market GCAOR MLS #20230230 | $780,000 |
| 01/13/2024 | Permanently Off Market GCAOR MLS #20230230 | $780,000 |
| 11/02/2023 | Temporarily Off Market ROAM MLS #NO2392298 | $780,000 |
| 05/02/2023 | Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #NO2392298 | $780,000 |
| 04/29/2023 | Listed (Active) GCAOR MLS #20230230 | $780,000 |
| 08/22/2016 | Sold GCAOR MLS #206233 | — |
| 07/30/2016 | Contract Signed GCAOR MLS #206233 | — |
| 07/20/2016 | Listed (Active) GCAOR MLS #206233 | $545,000 |
| 08/19/2014 | Temporarily Off Market ROAM MLS #NO965728 | $895,000 |
| 09/09/2013 | Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #NO965728 | $895,000 |
| 07/31/2010 | Temporarily Off Market ROAM MLS #NO813911 | $985,000 |
| 11/23/2009 | Listed (Active) ROAM MLS #NO813911 | $1,199,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 705 Washington Street
Schools near 705 Washington Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | PK to 5 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Joseph L Frazier Primary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Robert Lewis Magnet School Public6 to 8 | ||
Natchez High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Mc Laurin Elementary School PublicPK to 5 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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