UNPARALLELED LUXURY & ELEGANCE
The Kessler Armstrong Mansion is a National Landmark reborn in 2019 by visionary Richard C. Kessler. Since then, it’s been delighting guests with its deep history, imbued with the luxury and elegance of a bygone era.
STORIED HISTORY
The Kessler Armstrong Mansion, a stunning Italian Renaissance Revival home, was built in 1919 by George Ferguson Armstrong and designed by the renowned Beaux Arts architect, Henrik Wallin. As the only house of its kind in Savannah listed in the authoritative A Field Guide to American Houses, this registered National Landmark is a testament to architectural excellence and historical significance. Today, it has come full circle in the talented care of prominent art patron, entrepreneur, and luxury hotelier Richard C. Kessler.
MASTERFUL DETAILING
The Kessler Armstrong Mansion features nearly 26,000 square feet of living area spread across three stories and a full garden level. This ten-bedroom masterpiece boasts granite balustraded terraces at each level, offering sweeping views of the surrounding landscape and Forsyth Park. The elegant porte-cochère opens into a lush side garden, and the mansion’s exterior is adorned with exquisite bronze entry doors.The attached three-story carriage house boasts two garage bays and living quarters, seamlessly blending practicality with luxury.
ABOUT RICHARD C. KESSLER
Richard C. Kessler is a visionary who has combined his creativity and vast entrepreneurial knowledge to build The Kessler Collection and its many brands. No two Kessler Collection properties are alike, but all celebrate the Bohemian lifestyle—a way of life for artists and creators who choose to follow unexpected and artful paths. Inspired, Kessler followed his vision for creating properties that go beyond the ordinary, curating each with his personal taste and style, while leaving room for larger-than-life details. Kessler Armstrong Mansion and Kessler Lane Mansion epitomize this dedication to beauty, exhibiting specially curated collections of artwork, furnishings, and other fine objects from Mr. Kessler’s personal collection to set the stage for elegant celebrations.
UPSCALE ENTERTAINING
Southern mansions were originally designed with grandeur and elegance to serve as the perfect venues for entertaining guests. The Kessler Armstrong Mansion embodies the essence of Southern hospitality, providing a timeless and luxurious setting for any event, including:
- Elegant weddings and receptions
- Corporate galas and black-tie events
- Exclusive art exhibitions and auctions
- Intimate dinner parties and wine tastings
- Historic tours and architectural appreciation events
- High-end charity fundraisers and benefit galas
- Family reunions and milestone celebrations
- Rehearsal Dinners