Goetchius House

Come dine with us at the Goetchius House!  The Goetchius house is part of the rich history of the Columbus community, and reflects the warm hospitality of the South. Our Mission is to bring people together and create memorable moments of joy through hospitality, immersive culinary and cultural experiences to enrich one's happiness, health and spirit. We have multiple venues providing an immersive culinary experience to all of our lovely guests including: fine dining, everyday casual, a Bakery/Espresso Bar, The Scoop proudly serving Leopold's Ice Cream and ongoing cultural events with live music and more. Sitting on nearly 1 acre on the river, guests can enjoy indoor dining, porch lounging and outdoor activities on our multiple courtyards. The hospitality team at The Goetchius House brings southern hospitality to you at an iconic and enchanting property in historic Columbus.

The Goetchius House (circa 1839) is an enchanting property located at the entrance of the Historic District in Columbus, Georgia. It is an antebellum landmark, beloved house, and iconic in the community through its long history. The main house is nearly 9,000 sq ft, has two accessory structures of additional 1,000 sq ft, provides multiple outdoor patio areas and sits along Chattahoochee River on nearly 1 acre of land. The Goetchius underwent a 2-year rehabilitation in accordance with the Federal Department of Natural Resources at Georgia Department of Community Affairs revitalize this mammoth historic gem with a fresh purpose. It re-opened to the public in 2023 after more than a decade of inactivity. We welcome individuals of all ages, couples and families and will tempt you with culinary cravings and alluring experiences.

Built in 1839 by Richard Goetchius, the Goetchius House is inspired by New Orleans architecture.  Richard Goetchius built this home with a wide entry hall, high ceilings, decorative iron and ornamental medallions for his bride, Miss Mary Anne Bennett. The house was enjoyed by family until 1919 when it was rented to Dr. Mercer Blanchard, and later his son, Dr. Mercher Blanchard, who were beloved in the community as the town pediatric doctors. The house fell into disrepair and eventually acquired by John Woodruff, Jr. who surgically disassembled the house into 7 pieces and relocated it from the original location at 204 11th Street to its current location at 405 Broadway in the Historic District in 1969. Woodruff became a founding member of the Columbus Historic Society. The house retains the time-tested craftsmanship and details. Original hand carved cornices, plaster crown moldings, magnificent chandeliers and stunning historic stained glass are just a few of the features that take you back to antebellum era elegance in a time before Lincoln was President. The vast grand courtyard behind the house contains a historic fountain and a view of the Chattahoochee River.

During its operation from 1969 until roughly 2010, it continuously hosted countless weddings, proms, graduations, birthdays, corporate events and other special occasions for a span over 4 decades until it laid silent for a dozen years. Matthew and Renata are the owners and stewards of the property, and the fifth owners since 1839. They performed a full historic rehabilitation and now carry the torch of responsibility to bring this treasure back to live through the labor of love... just like their predecessors. The house is for the community to remember days by gone, and for visitors today to create new special moments to relish and share.