7 Southern Belles: Gorgeous Homes of the South

Southern belles have a long and storied history in culture, literature and movies. Patch decided to do a take on the belle of the real estate world. Since times have evolved, our selection includes historic homes preserved in Nashville and Virginia, as well as a stunning modern Atlanta penthouse.

Then we have an embarrassment of riches from the Nashville, area, where homes owned by country music superstars Ronnie Dunn, Kenny of Big & Rich, and Tim McGraw and Faith Hill are all on the market. Take a peek for yourself.

The lineup is a wildly diverse bunch from Patch sites in Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Georgia. Prices range from $1.1 million for a modest suburban Atlanta house to $18.5 million for the restored 1800 house and 622 acres of McGraw and Hill.

Enjoy this peek at homes from around Patch's Southern sites. Just click on the headlines to see more photos!

Fredericksburg 'WOW' House: Antebellum Era Structure in Downtown

Virginia WOW House: Feel like living in a downtown 1834 mansion-like house built nearly 30 years before the Civil War? If so, and money really isn't a big worry, check out this updated antebellum home listed for $3,395 million.

'WOW!' House: $1.1M Decatur Home Features Chef's Kitchen, Five Porches

Georgia WOW House: This $1.1 million mansion has a private sitting porch, custom-built dressing room and more amenities. Situated an even 10 minutes from downtown Atlanta or majestic Stone Mountain the other direction.

Atlanta Wow House: $2.4M For 2-Bedroom Condo With 270 Degree View Of Atlanta

Atlanta WOW House: This penthouse, two-bedroom apartment is the pinnacle of Midtown living. Located above the Loews Atlanta Hotel, this 36th floor home has floor to ceiling windows throughout, and a large balcony overlooking downtown Atlanta.

Charlotte WOW House: $6.3M Buys Estate Home On 20 Acres

North Carolina WOW house: This stunning estate home in Charlotte sits on 20 acres, has reclaimed millwork from Charleston and an English garden style pool. The Greenwood estate sn on the market for $6.3 million.

Mooresville WOW House: $8.5M For Gated Estate Home On Lake

North Carolina WOW House: A Mediterranean style six bedroom estate is on the market in Mooresville for $8.5 million. This 15,000-square-feet home features a private British West Indies-style guest house, an infinity edge saltwater pool and more.

Nashville's 5 Most Expensive Homes For Sale Right Now

Nashville WOW House: When it comes to country duo Big & Rich, well, they are. John Rich may have the more (in)famous home, but Big Kenny's is more expensive. Big Kenny designed and built the home he calls "Chateau di Amore" or the "University of Creativity" in 2007, but plans on making a move.

Williamson County's 5 Most Expensive Homes For Sale Right Now

Tennessee WOW House: This property is the home of the closest thing Middle Tennessee has to a royal couple: Tim McGraw and Faith Hill. The property — all 622 acres of it — includes six homes: an historic antebellum house, a restored historic log cabin, two guest cabins and two caretakers' homes, plus a 12-stall horse barn. All for an asking price of $18.5 million.

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»Photos courtesy of MRIS/Realtor.com