Twelve Oaks (Covington, Georgia) is a Greek Revival landmark in Covington, Georgia, and a filming location for The Vampire Diaries (2009-2017), In the Heat of the Night (1988-1995) and Life of the Party (2018). Built in 1836, it was designed by Judge John Harris (original builder), and is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. It is owned by Nathaniel Snead Turner (1863-1931).
Location: 2176 Monticello Street SW, Covington, Georgia, United States
Verified facts
- Located in Covington Historic District, Covington, Georgia
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-0273, SRC-0274 - Designed by Judge John Harris (original builder)
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-0275, SRC-0274 - Built in 1836
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-0275, SRC-0274 - Architectural style: Greek Revival
confidence 70/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-0274, SRC-0276, SRC-0455 - Historic designation: National Register of Historic Places (Covington Historic District)
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-0274, SRC-0273, SRC-0456 - Inspired Gone with the Wind (movie, 1939) — real-life inspiration for the fictional Twelve Oaks (Ashley Wilkes's home); the 1939 film was shot on Hollywood sound stages
confidence 70/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-0276, SRC-0274, SRC-0457, SRC-0458 - Appeared in The Vampire Diaries (tv, 2009-2017) — as filming location (Lockwood Mansion flashback scenes)
confidence 75/100 · 5 independent sources · SRC-0277, SRC-0278, SRC-0459, SRC-0617, SRC-0618 - Owned by Nathaniel Snead Turner (1863-1931)
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-0275, SRC-0274, SRC-2985 - Appeared in In the Heat of the Night (tv, 1988-1995)
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-4302, SRC-4303, SRC-2985 - Appeared in Life of the Party (movie, 2018)
confidence 75/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-10267, SRC-10268, SRC-0276
Evidence & sources
- SRC-0273 — Newton County Chamber of Commerce (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0274 — Vanishing Georgia (Brian Brown) (Tier 2, scholarship; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0275 — The Twelve Oaks (official site, History) (Tier 1, owner_statement; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0276 — Hooked on Houses (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0277 — CBR (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0278 — Historic Structures (WordPress) (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0455 — Newton County Chamber of Commerce (GA) – Three Must-Visit Covington GA Antebellum Homes (Tier 2, official_site; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0456 — National Park Service – NRHP Registration Form, Covington Historic District (Newton County, Georgia) (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0457 — Twelve Oaks – Wikipedia (Tier 2, encyclopedia; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0458 — Gone with the Wind mansion Twelve Oaks for sale – CBS News (Tier 2, news; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0459 — Giggster — Where Was Vampire Diaries Filmed? Mystic Falls & High School Sets (Tier 3, location_guide; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0617 — Mic — Where Was Vampire Diaries Filmed? 7 Locations You Have To Visit In Georgia (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0618 — The Fairytale Traveler — Stay Where the Vampire Diaries was Filmed (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-10267 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Life_of_the_Party_(2018_film) (Tier 1, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-10268 — https://www.set-jetter.com/ontheset/lifeoftheparty (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-2985 — The Covington News – History opens its doors (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4302 — thetwelveoaks.com (Tier 1, official; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4303 — fox5atlanta.com (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4694 — Explore Georgia (Georgia Department of Economic Development, Tourism) (Tier 1, government_tourism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4695 — The Twelve Oaks (official site) (Tier 2, official_business_site; retrieved June 2026)
How we verify
Every fact above is independently corroborated by at least two reputable sources and
confidence-scored before publication. Claims that cannot clear that bar are withheld. We show the
street address only for non-residential public landmarks (museums, commercial and civic buildings,
publicly documented filming-location sites); the exact addresses of private residences and any
personal information are structurally barred from publication. Last reviewed June 2026.
Plan Your Visit
Hours: Office/tours Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 10am-5pm. Tours by arrangement.
Admission: Guided iPad-led mansion/grounds tours offered (individual or group); see site for tour pricing. Also operates as a bed & breakfast.
Frequently asked questions
Where was In the Heat of the Night filmed?
Twelve Oaks (Covington, Georgia), in Covington, Georgia, is a real-world filming location used for In the Heat of the Night. This property has also appeared on screen in Life of the Party, The Vampire Diaries.
Where was Life of the Party filmed?
Twelve Oaks (Covington, Georgia), in Covington, Georgia, is a real-world filming location used for Life of the Party. This property has also appeared on screen in In the Heat of the Night, The Vampire Diaries.
Where was The Vampire Diaries filmed?
Twelve Oaks (Covington, Georgia), in Covington, Georgia, is a real-world filming location used for The Vampire Diaries. This property has also appeared on screen in In the Heat of the Night, Life of the Party.
Can you visit Twelve Oaks (Covington, Georgia)?
Yes — Twelve Oaks (Covington, Georgia) is open to the public on a limited basis. Hours: Office/tours Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 10am-5pm. Tours by arrangement.. Admission: Guided iPad-led mansion/grounds tours offered (individual or group); see site for tour pricing. Also operates as a bed & breakfast..
Who designed Twelve Oaks (Covington, Georgia)?
Twelve Oaks (Covington, Georgia) was designed by Judge John Harris (original builder).
Where is Twelve Oaks (Covington, Georgia) located?
Twelve Oaks (Covington, Georgia) is located in Covington, Georgia.