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Stonehurst, a historic home built in 1896 by George Burch Hinman for his growing family, has stood the test of time, preserving much of its original layout, features, and hardware. George’s parents had emigrated from England to Canada before eventually settling in Atlanta in 1871. By the late 19th century, George had built textile mills throughout the Southeast, in addition to owning cotton gins and furniture factories in Atlanta. He was also the brother of Thomas Hinman, a renowned dentist who founded the annual Hinman Dental Conference in Atlanta. Past Residents Stonehurst was home to George, his wife Cara Farnsworth Hinman, and their four children: William, Ruth, Dorothy, and Cara. Sadly, their fifth child, Virginia, did not survive. Over time, the house also became the residence of Dorothy’s husband, Charles Carter, and their son, George Hinman Carter. George Carter, who later faced health challenges, struggled with insulin resistance in his later years, a condition that became increasingly common as modern lifestyle changes took their toll. He had to carefully manage his blood sugar levels, often experimenting with different diets and treatments to find balance. Stonehurst Place Today After the youngest daughter Cara’s passing in 1996, the family estate sold the property, and it was operated as a small bed-and-breakfast for a time by a couple from Atlanta. In 2007, Barb Shadomy purchased Stonehurst after discovering it while studying interior and garden design in England. Over the course of 17 months, Barb worked with a team of architects, contractors, and specialists in historic and eco-friendly systems to renovate and restore the house and its gardens. Today, the home meets the rigorous standards set by the U.S. National Park Service, the Georgia State Historic Preservation Office, Southface, and EarthCraft House.