3712 Eaglerock Drive 2010 Northcrest Tour of Homes

3712 Eaglerock Drive 2006.05.29

3712 Eaglerock Drive – Larry and Stephanie Hart
Larry and Stephanie Hart are pleased to share their years of hard work with friends and neighbors, and invite you to tour their home’s beautiful outdoor gardens.

For 37 years, Larry and Stephanie have considered their yard a work in progress. Even though they will be moving this summer, Stephanie stillcouldn’t resist putting some touches of color in her yard for the next owner.

With their heavily treed lot, the Harts learned early on that grass just wouldn’t make it - but they just couldn’t bear to cut those pines and oaks down with all of the shade (not to mention lower air conditioning bills!) they provided. So, they installed pathways through the front and back yards; added two ponds with waterfalls; and planted MORE trees! Today, the pathways are lined with azaleas, perennials, and annuals, as well as native plants wherever Stephanie could place them. Stephanie also notes that this natural habitat has a hidden benefit — no raking of fall leaves!

A few years ago, the Harts’ property was certified as a Backyard Wildlife Habitat by the Atlanta Audubon Society. While enjoying the gardens’ serene atmosphere and beautiful foliage, visitors find it hard to believe that the property backs up to Pleasantdale Road.

Note: Unfortunately I wasn't able to make it to the Hart's home prior to the end of the tour (I was an event docent volunteer) so only have the shot above, taken in 2006.

 

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