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RIVERSIDE, CA Lovely custom craftsman bungalow built by Louis Millar in 1910. Listed on the National Register. Has 4,000 sq. ft., distinctive craftsmanship, 6 bedrooms, 5 1/2 baths, 3-car garage on fully landscaped 1-acre lot. Pool, covered patio, full walkout basement, French doors, and original wood floors are just the beginning. Perfect for both casual and formal entertaining; $849,000. Judy Oakes, Judy Oakes Real Estate Group, (800) 500-5839. Judy@JudyOakes.com.

MYSTIC, CT The waterfront property is on the western shore of the Mystic River. One-half acre with a 10-room 1834 Georgian colonial main house, a 7-room 1854 guest cottage, and a detached 2-car garage with workshop and loft storage. The 4 bedrooms of the house have commanding views of the river. Lovely perennial gardens. Tidal waterfront lot hosts a small boat dock, float, and ramp; $1,975,000. Susan Purdy Robotham, Pequot Properties, (860) 536-4906, x152. www.pequotproperties.com/mysticriver.

DC METRO AREA Cottage at Warington, c. 1842. Residential curator wanted to restore cottage in exchange for free occupancy. New England–style saltbox house, 1 1/2-story, with cat-slide roof and exterior chimneys. Cottage is located on 59.3 acres, 27 of which are proposed for the curatorship site. The house features plain and German siding, painted white. The entrance features a modern one-story porch with pedimented gable roof. Contact the M-NCPPC, (301) 454-1603, jana.harris@mncppc.com.

MOULTRIE, GA Elegant touches of the past are reflected in this delightful 1949 neoclassical home situated on almost 2 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. More than 6,000 sq. ft. completely updated, with 4 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, and gourmet kitchen. Plus 2-bedroom, 1-bath guest quarters over the 3-car garage. Yesterday’s value can be yours today for $399,000. Contact Randy Strange, Mattco Realtors, (229) 985-1145, or e-mail at rstrange@alltel.net.

SAVANNAH, GA The exceptional William F. Brantley House, c. 1857. Overlooking Forsyth Park, stunning Italianate 4-story mansion designed by John S. Norris. Beautiful architectural details: marble mantels, elegant plaster moldings, medallions, scrollwork. House features 6 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, large side veranda, 12 fireplaces, 4 heating and AC systems, security system, elevator. Two-story carriage house with 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths; $2,000,000. Celia W. Dunn Realty Co., (888) 810-0143. www.celiadunn.com.

SAVANNAH, GA The Jacob Cohen Row House, c. 1889, recognized by Historic Savannah Foundation for outstanding restoration. Semidetached row house on oak-lined Jones Street offers historic charm and modern conveniences. Double parlor with original black marble/slate mantels, stained glass, bay windows. Five bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, 9 fireplaces, full courtyard. Property taxes frozen. New roof, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC units; $850,000. Celia W. Dunn Realty, Co., (888) 810-0143. www.celiadunn.com.

SAVANNAH, GA Across from Monterey Square, this elegant +/-2,750-sq.-ft., 3-story home, c. 1860, presents all that the South has to offer; magnificent pocket doors, original ceiling medallions, 6 fireplaces, 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 1 half-bath, central heat and air with solar-powered water heater. Garden level could serve as a rental unit or separate guest quarters. Rear verandas provide views of Forsyth Park; $825,000. Gregory Hazelden, Cora Bett Thomas Realty Co., LLC, (912) 944-0944. www.CoraBettThomas.com.

SAVANNAH, GA The Eliza Jewett House, c. 1852, is situated on prestigious East Jones Street. Spacious 4-story residence contains +/-3,700 sq. ft., including separate garden-level rental/guest suite. Four bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half-baths, off-street parking, and a spacious walled courtyard. A perfect location with a stately presence; $1,150,000. Gregory Hazelden, Cora Bett Thomas Realty Co., LLC, (912) 944-0944. www.CoraBettThomas.com.

SAVANNAH, GA An 1840s mansion with 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 2 half-baths on 4 floors. Carefully crafted renovation of 6,500 sq. ft. on magical Jones Street. Large landscaped side garden and heated pool. Has enormous rooms, marble mantels, gigantic gourmet kitchen; $2,800,000. Robert Jones, Mopper-Stapen, Realtors, (912) 441-0743. www.mopper-stapen.com.

SAVANNAH, GA Built in 1908, the Ethel Tison House is once again structurally sound and ready for restoration. A preservationist dream, this unique Queen Anne structure is located in the Thomas Square Streetcar National Register Historic District. The 2-story, single family house includes basement and attic, plus 2 adjoining lots. Lot size 112 x 120 and zoned RIP. On 19 West 37th Street. Katherine Waddell, (912) 695-3443.Mopper-Stapen, Realtors, (912) 238-0874. www.mopper-stapen.com.

TYBEE ISLAND, GA Officers Row at Fort Screven, c. 1898. Steeped in military history; overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and what once served as a parade ground. Built of cypress with slate roof and hardwood floors. Three bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 2 wood-burning fireplaces, updated central heat and air. Double verandas offer panoramic views. Beautiful landscaping; $900,000. Patricia Bishop, Cora Bett Thomas Realty Co., LLC, (912) 655-1593. www.CoraBettThomas.com.

ANNAPOLIS, MD Important historic Annapolis townhouse, c. 1774, 1 of 3 brick townhouses built in the fashion of the 18th-century London townhouses. Now meticulously restored to comply with historical easements. Featuring gracious rooms with high ceilings, original wide-planked flooring, 6 spacious bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, 6 fireplaces, stunning kitchen, central AC, and a lovely rear garden leading to a 2-car garage. Located one block from the water; $1,775,000. Julie Gay, (410) 263-8686. jgay@opf.com.

EASTERN SHORE, MD Designed by Jackson C. Gott and built in 1890 for Sen. and Gov. John Walter Smith, this restored Queen Anne–style residence features 10,000 sq. ft. and 20 rooms of charm. Stained-glass windows are unrivaled in beauty, as are hand-painted ceilings and handsome mantels that grace 11 fireplaces. Large formal rooms allow for elegant entertaining. Within minutes of the country club, golf course, airport, and ocean. This estate was the most palatial in the region; $699,000. (410) 632-2290.

EASTERN SHORE, MD A 20th-century duplication of the George Wythe House in Williamsburg is an extraordinary step back in time. Almost 6 wooded acres provides privacy and a large, 4-stall barn. This unique 4-bedroom home of more than 4,000 sq. ft. is offered for sale by its original owners and is ready for someone who will appreciate the quality care and love it has always known; $469,000. Hursey Porter, Long & Foster Realtors, (410) 726-0755.

PRINCESS ANNE, MD Colonel George Handy House, c. 1805. Federal-period elegance suggests workmanship of master craftsman. Fine federal-style woodwork, 5 fireplaces, open side stairway, and original pine floors. The old kitchen with cooking hearth and beaded ceiling joists has remarkably survived. Has 5 bedrooms, 4 full, and 2 half-baths. On 1.23 acres of gardens with boxwood, magnolias, and brick fish pond; $340,000. Alice Fisher, GRI, Long and Foster, (410) 430-1739. www.handyhouse.baka.com.

BROOKSVILLE, ME Saltwater Farm, on the coast of the Penobscot Bay. Restored 1850 farmhouse with +/-3,000 sq. ft., 3 fireplaces, 12 rooms including 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, library, office, updated kitchen with fireplace. Large, functional attached barn with stalls, workshop space. On +/-35 acres +/-624-ft. private shorefront, large bridged beaver pond, fields, woods, and trails. On state road 176 for easy winter access; $950,000. Betty Pickering, (207) 374-5464. kb@kbwatercolors.com, click Brooksville Property.

DIAMOND COVE, ME Restored to perfection. Five bedroom brick home, c. 1900, slate roof, granite foundation on parade ground of former Fort McKinley. Thirty-minute ferry ride from Portland. Year-round community on 190 acres offers heated pool, tennis courts, bowling alley, 5 secluded beaches, gymnasium, and 4-star restaurant. Wraparound porch with magnificent sunset and water view. Original wood floors, butler’s pantry, Viking kitchen; $725,000. John Mirschel, (207) 766-0058, jckimberly@aol.com.

MACHIAS, ME Italianate Victorian built in 1868 by master builder Haskell Prebel for successful local businessman in the lumber and shipping industries, Clark D. Perry. Gable roof with jerkin heads on front, cross-gable wing, and dormers. Elaborate wood detail inside and out. Ten rooms, 2 baths, remodeled kitchen, original pantry, fireplace. Has 3,178 sq. ft. of living area. Attached barn, 37x28 ft., with original paneled tack room. Nicely landscaped on 1.3 acres. National Register; $300,000. Robin Rier, (207) 255-8458.

LIVINGSTON, MT Historic gateway to Yellowstone. A 1902 prairie-style school building designed by C.E. Bell, architect of Montana State Capitol. Two-story brick (21,325 sq. ft. including partial basement) with sandstone window ledges, Romanesque detail. The centrally located mixed-use building is in good condition with original woodwork; will qualify for restoration tax credits. Minimum bid of $290,000, but restoration plans and proposed use will be considered; citymanager@ci.livingston.mt.us.

CALABASH, NC Oldest home in coastal town available for restoration. Hickory Hall was built in 1812 at the center of a thriving plantation. The federal-style farmhouse with massive brick chimneys was later expanded with a Greek revival addition. $55,000. For more information on North Carolina historic properties available for restoration in all price ranges and an introductory copy of our magazine, North Carolina Preservation, contact Preservation North Carolina, (919) 832-3652. www.PreservationNC.org.

WARRENTON, NC Shady Oaks, c. 1812, a rare tripartite residence occupying +/- 13 acres of gardens and meadows, and surrounded by an array of original outbuildings, is located 75 minutes from Raleigh-Durham. Renowned for its Adamesque woodwork, completely renovated and a new wing derived from an 18th-century Tidewater Virginia cottage added. Warrenton is a popular historic tourism destination near Lake Gaston; $795,000. Diane Lea Prudential Carolinas Realty, (919) 967-8742. www.dianelea.com.

HAWORTH, NJ The Garret J. Durie house is a charming and picturesque federal colonial c. 1812. Restored and updated, this warm and cozy stone and clapboard home retains its 19th-century ambience while providing comfortable modern living. It features original built-in corner cupboards, wood surround fireplaces in living and dining rooms, wide-plank floors and a trellised patio. On 2 secluded acres with a carriage house, barn, corn crib and well. On National Register; $1,250,000. Friedberg Properties, (201) 871-0800.

MIDDLETOWN, NJ Craftsman shingle style, c. 1896, in prestigious, National Register Monmouth Hills. With bay and ocean views and a wraparound mahogany porch. Six bedrooms and 4 1/2 baths. Master suite and living room have fireplaces. Circular drive, stone-walled gardens. Room for a pool. Attached garage/studio. Steps to Monmouth Hills clubhouse, tennis courts, playground. Near high-speed ferry to NYC, major highways, and Jersey Shore; $899,000. Weichert Realtors Historic Homes, (800) 736-3638.

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ Bramhull house, c. 1894. Classic Queen Anne Victorian on 1 acre in National Register District of Montrose. Brownstone and shingles, slate roof, bay windows, and tower. High ceilings, 4 elegant fireplaces, 3-story staircase, paneling, Ionic columns, acanthus-leaf ornament, beading, and dentils. Stained-glass, oval, and arched windows. Leaded-glass doors and windows. Ample 5 bedrooms, 5 1/2 baths. Near NYC and Newark Airport; $699,900. Weichert Realtors Historic Homes, (800) 736-3638.

VIRGINIA CITY, NV Chapin-Cavanaugh Lodging House, c. 1862, on 1/3 acre fronting main street. Has 5,800 sq. ft. on 5 floors, 9 bedrooms, 2 parlors, library, 2 baths, 2 half-baths, detached garage, restored kitchen, and attached MIL quarters. Modern electrical and plumbing. Perfect for bed-and-breakfast, shop or office leasing, or private residence. Retired archaeologist’s dream, with history of the property and surrounding land; $330,000. J.S. Reed, DoctaJ@oco.net or www.assist2sellcarsonvalley.com.

GOSHEN, NY A 1790 colonial renovated 1847 into exquisite Italianate-period villa on the National Register. This 3-level, 3,000-sq.-ft. home boasts original period plaster cornices, exquisite interior and exterior moldings. Two parlors, formal dining room, great room with cooking fireplace, 3-4 bedrooms, and 2 baths. Perennial gardens, 3-level renovated mill house; all on 3.28 acres 50 miles from George Washington Bridge; $689,000. John Clancey, Claudia Vaccaro Real Estate, (845) 986-7500. Call for brochure.

NEWBURGH, NY This brick Victorian charmer built in 1859 was designed by the renowned Frederick Clarke Withers and is on the National Register. Has 4,400 sq. ft., 7 fireplaces, towering ceilings, crown moldings, pocket doors, and window seats. Carefully maintained, authentically restored, and updated. Set on beautifully landscaped grounds in the lower Hudson Valley of New York, 50 miles from NYC; $850,000. Jackie Funck, RE/MAX Benchmark Realty Group, (800) 756-7362, jackie.funck@remax.net.

THOUSAND ISLANDS AREA, NY, NY Wyckoff Villa. The villa is located on the head of Carlton Island at Cape Vincent. The villa, constructed from 1893 to 1895, is basically Queen Anne architecture, and at one time boasted 50 rooms. The villa is in need of restoration. The property consists of 6.9 acres with the villa waterfront being 198 ft.; North Bay has 287 ft., and South Bay has 330 ft. of protected waterfront. Priced at $450,000. Contact James Wiley, Bowes Realty, (315) 654-3106, jameslwiley@tds.net.

NEAR WAYNESBORO, PA Brick Federal Pennsylvania farmhouse, 80 minutes to Washington, D.C., and Baltimore beltways. Four full floors, exposed-stone English basement opening onto large flagstone terrace. Has 4 full baths, 6 lined fireplaces, and original windows, woodwork, and heart-pine floors. Museum-quality Rufus Porter–style 2-story hall mural. On +/-9 acres, secluded but not remote. Also has spring-fed pond, large stone-base bank barn; $425,000. Call (717) 762-5076 for brochure.

WEST CHESTER, PA One-of-a-kind home designed in 1950 by the renowned architect Alden B. Dow, protégé of Frank Lloyd Wright, for W.H. Charch. Breathtakingly set on 8 acres overlooking 25 miles of the Brandywine Valley. The 9,000-sq.-ft. home is truly organic architecture at its best. Archives available from A.B. Dow Association. Offered at $2,000,000. Melina Leone, Weichert Reatlors, (610) 647-5600 or (610) 299-4561. www.weichert.com.

CHARLESTON, SC One of the truly grand high-style late Adamesque dwellings located on one of the nicest streets south of Broad. Water views, a tremendous lot with formal garden, pool, and abundant parking. Rear carriage house with 2 bedrooms that is currently used as a rental, could be a mother-in-law suite. Steps away from the Battery and King Street; $2,450,000. For information on this property or others like it, please visit our Web site at www.danielravenel.com, or call (800) 382-2279.

CHARLESTON, SC The Robert Henry House, c. 1838, is filled with light, high ceilings, a graceful staircase, heart-pine floors, fireplaces, original details, double piazzas, and a tropical walled garden. Perfectly restored. Has 3,000 sq. ft. and 4 bedrooms; $1,250,000. Historic Charleston Properties. Jennifer Davis specializes in historic properties, restored and unrestored. Call (843) 343-3300 or (843) 853-3000. Jennifer@historicrealestate.com.

CHARLESTON, SC One of the city’s most-photographed homes! This grand Greek revival estate occupies nearly a city block in the historic district. Features newly renovated interior, spectacular Venetian-villa gardens, guest homes, parking for 8, and in-ground pool. With 9 bedrooms and almost 10,000 sq. ft. Ann Ailstock, Disher Hamrick & Myers, (800) 577-4118. www.charlestongreen.com.

CHARLESTON, SC An Italianate townhouse with a drastic price reduction. This grand home is in the heart of the historic district and features dramatic formal rooms and significant architectural detailing. Has an intimate walled garden and private parking. With 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, 5,000 sq. ft. George Evans, Disher Hamrick & Myers, (800) 577-4118. www.charlestongreen.com.

CHARLESTON, SC The Isaac Jenkins Mikell House. One of the most visually imposing houses in Charleston constructed before the Civil War. The house more closely resembles an Italian villa rather than a Charleston house. In 1935 the house was sold to the Charleston Free Library, and it began 25 years of public service. It was restored as a residence in the 1960s; $4,995,000. Thomas Bennett, Carriage Properties, (877) 266-8005. www.carriageprop.com.

CHARLESTON, SC The Richard Peyton House, c. 1803. One of the most charming settings on Colonial Lake. Both main house and carriage house are masonry construction and beatifully restored. This comfortable home is surrounded by landscaped grounds, original design by Loutrell Briggs. Ample off-street parking and even a garage; $1,165,000. Charles Sullivan, Carriage Properties, (877) 266, 8005. www.carriageprop.com.

ALBEMARLE COUNTY, VA “Creek Dave” Maupin House with barn and outbuildings on 37.78 acres, located 1 1/2 miles east of Free Union Village on Rt. 665. House is framed with weatherboards on brick foundation, has hipped roof. The rooms are exceptionally large, being 18 ft. square. The basement contains a winter kitchen. Built in 1830, ready for renovation, with good road frontage and views of Buck Mountain from the rear. Priced at $1,200,000. William B. Downer, Downer Realty, (434) 825-7126.

AUGUSTA COUNTY, VA A traditional 19th-century 2-over-2 farmhouse with an earlier brick portion, c. 1790. Located on 2 acres at the edge of Middlebrook hunt country. Has a center hall, heart-pine floors, updated kitchen, and first-floor bedroom. Thoughtful modern improvements complemented by charming features of a period home; $245,000. Mary Curtis Stolarz, Mead Associates, (540) 463-7168. www.meadproperties.com.

BOTETOURT COUNTY, VA Lockwood, c. 1907. Splendid clapboard farmhouse in superb setting on 85 beautiful acres of grand hardwoods and rolling meadows. This classic home boasts 5 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, formal living and dining rooms, exceptional great room, 4 fireplaces, and more! Beautiful stream, mountain views, barn, and tenant house. Located between the historic college town of Lexington and the city of Roanoke; $695,000. James Wm. Moore Real Estate Co., (540) 463-7080. www.jwmre.com.

BRIDGEWATER, VA Willow Spring, a c. 1841 manor home on 15 acres. Renovated with 5,083 sq. ft., high ceilings, heart-pine floors, 7 fireplaces, hand-made interior wooden shutters. Brick-walled terrace with hot tub, lighted tennis court, attached 3-car garage with apartment, pond, extensive landscaping, in-ground sprinkler system, fenced paddocks, winery. Beautiful views; $927,000, or $847,000 without vineyard on 8 acres. Stephen T. McLean, McLean Faulconer Inc., (434) 295-1131, McFHomes@aol.com.

CONTRA, VA Woodlawn, c. 1809, a 2 1/2-story well-maintained federal on full basement. On a very private, secluded 100-plus acres with 58 open. House has +/-2,783 sq. ft., 4 lined fireplaces, 5 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. With floor-to-ceiling parlor windows, porch, and deck. Also cabin, barn, tractor shed. Deer, turkey. Two-plus hours from D.C. and less than hour from Richmond; $495,000. Dave Johnston, “The Old House Man,” Antique Properties, (804) 633-7123. www.antiqueproperties.com.

FREDERICKSBURG, VA The Virginia House, c. 1790. Built by John Tayloe II. Prominently located across from the visitors center in the National Register historic district. Zoned commercial-downtown. Three floors contain approximately 3,800 sq. ft. Two lots contain approximately 6,143 sq. ft. A24 floodplain. Serious restoration needed; $675,000. Please contact Susan Pates, Remax Realty Associates, (800) 729-3013 x112, or Susanpates@aol.com.

LEXINGTON, VA Mulberry Hill, c. 1777, adjacent to the Washington and Lee campus, features 5,776 sq. ft., center hall, formal rooms, modern kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, unusually rich decorative plaster details, and provincial late-Georgian woodwork. Detached garage, mature landscaping, manicured lawns, dramatic view of House Mountain to the west. A Virginia Historic Landmark in the National Register; $1,495,000. Stephen T. McLean, McLean Faulconer Inc., (434) 295-1131. McFHomes@aol.com.

LEXINGTON, VA With a rich history of ownership and frequent visits by Robert E. Lee, Stonegate, c. 1850, is the epitome of “old town” Lexington’s romantic and classical antebellum homes. A few blocks from Washington and Lee University and Virginia Military Institute. Structurally restored and appointed with grand halls, 10 handsome rooms, portico, living porch, terraces, large trees, gardens, studio/guest quarters/garage; $1,850,000. Otis Mead, Mead Assoc., (540) 463-7168. www.meadproperties.com.

LEXINGTON, VA Meadowbrook farm, c. 1816, restorable brick home with 9 rooms, center hall, fireplaces, and porches. Overlooks tree-lined creek traversing gentle meadows on 200 acres of fields and forest with mountain views. Several barns and outbuildings. Only 5 minutes west of Lexington, home of Washington and Lee University, Virginia Military Institute, and the Virginia Horse Center. Protected by conservation easement; $650,000. Jim Moore, James Wm. Moore Real Estate Co., (540) 463-7080. www.jwmre.com.

LEXINGTON, VA Spring Creek Farm, c. 1840, restored brick home with 6 rooms, 2 1/2 baths, center hall, and 4 fireplaces. Original floors, doors, and trim. Exciting 82 acres of rolling pasture and woods with nice creek. Spring and mountain views! Scenic area adjoining state forest with 30-acre lake; $470,000. James Wm. Moore Real Estate Co., (540) 463-7080. www.jwmre.com.

LYNCHBURG, VA Old Fire Station No. 4, c. 1905 in Rivermont National Register historic district. Main building, 5,000 sq. ft., converted to main-level museum with second-floor residence. Complete with fire pole and 40-ft. hose tower with city, mountain, and river views. Featured in January 2002 HGTV Building Character. Fenced site is +/-1 acre and includes two 1,250-sq.-ft. storefronts and a 2,500-sq.-ft. garage; $375,000. Don Pendleton, Consensus Real Estate Services, (434) 846-6362. mail@donpendleton.net.

MANASSAS, VA Moor Green, c. 1790, on both the Virginia and National registers. This historic federal manor home is on 10-plus acres. Less than 45 minutes from D.C. in quiet rural setting. More than 4,000 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, large formal rooms, 10-plus ceilings, heart-pine floors, original moldings and mantels, all new systems, park-like grounds with hot tub, and 3-car garage; $799,000. Deborah James Dendtler, Virginia Properties, (800) 394-5059. www.VirginiaAntiqueRealEstate.com.