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PARADISE VALLEY, AZ Blaine Drakes The
Holcomb House, 1956. This 2,410 sq. ft. home is on
a 33,525 sq. ft. lot with extensive mountain views.
Located in the heart of Paradise Valley. Open, comfortable,
well-maintained home with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths.
Upscale shopping and resort dining nearby. Offered
at $1,200,000. Gene, (602) 569-0258 or historicdiggs@yahoo.com,
www.blainedrakehome4sale.com. Brokers Welcome.
VENTURA, CA This amazing one-of-a-kind handmade
classic craftsman home was designed by Henry Greene
of Greene & Greene Architects, Pasadena. The exterior
has just been restored and repainted to national preservation
standards and is in the National Register of Historic
Places. Built between 1923 and 1924, this 5-bedroom
home sits on 1.5-plus acres of serenity and solitude
with ocean views from the second story. Visit www.gouldresidence.com
for more details.
VICTOR, CO Pikes Peak Power Station No. 1.
Electrical scientist Nikola Tesla (of the film The
Prestige) was purportedly consulted in the original
design of this early electric substation (1899). Renovated
into 3 true industrial lofts, units feature 18 ft.
ceilings with exposed Carnegie steel beams and wood
plank ceilings. Original 12 ft. windows absorb expansive
mountain views. In the heart of Victors National
Historic District; $99,900-$119,900. www.victorcolorado.com/smitharchitects.htm
or Jim at (303) 534-0123.
SEYMOUR, CT Renovated New England farmhouse,
c. 1805, in move-in condition. With 2,400 sq. ft.,
4 bedrooms, living and dining rooms, kitchen, 2 fireplaces,
and wide-board floors. Unfinished addition with cathedral
ceiling. Attached greenhouse/sunroom surrounded by
bluestone patio. Garage/studio, c. 1972, with 2,165
sq. ft., fieldstone gable, and 2 parking levels. Beautiful
1.25 acres with boxwoods and dogwoods. Additional
land available. Just 1 1/2 hours to Manhattan; $499,000.
(203) 231-6421.
ST. AUGUSTINE, FL Three-minute-walk from
the bayfront, shops, and restaurants in the historic
nations oldest city. Charming 1900 home is on
a secluded double lot at the end of a unique little
street. Lush gardens, fountains, and brick courtyard
provide a peaceful refuge. A near-no-traffic location.
Gates and privacy fencing complete this property with
a flowing 3/2 floor plan. Total privacy within the
historic district; $615,000. Jane M. Mathis, Olde
Carriage Realty, Inc., (800) 555-6138, jmathis@oldecarriage.com.
TIFTON, GA Known as the Lennon-Sears Home,
this 107-year-old Queen Anne Victorian has been lovingly
restored to perfection. Original heart-pine floors
and ceilings, 4 fireplaces, gourmet kitchen, original
beveled and etched glass features, and more will enchant
all who enter. Beautifully landscaped corner lot adjacent
to Tiftons 40-acre Fulwood Park. Watch the world
from the wraparound porch; $435,500. Julie Smith,
Advantage Realty Partners, LLC, (229) 386-2727, www.JulieSmithRealEstate.com.
HILLSBORO, IL Freeman-Brewer-Sawyer House.
Classical and Greek revival in the National Register.
Well-maintained home built in 1840. Three parlors,
den, 5 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 4 fireplaces, oak and
cypress woodwork, pocket doors, dining room, beautiful
staircase, 36 ft. front porch, and 14-x-20-ft. sunroom
with brick floor. On 90-x-361-ft. lot with mature
trees facing Main Street. One hour from St. Louis
and Springfield, Ill. Recent updates; $299,000. Dunns
Real Estate, (217) 532-2424, dunnsrealestate.com.
WINNETKA, IL The Lola Maverick Lloyd House,
on the National Register, was constructed in 1920
by Swedish sculptor Charles Haag. The 1920 eclectic
bungalow combines Arts and Crafts, Swedish, and Texas
influences. Featuring many carved wooden items and
a variety of whimsical details. Set in a 3/4 of an
acre native hardwood grove near the center of town.
It is absolutely one-of-a-kind; $1,494,000. Howard
Meyers, Baird & Warner, (847) 881-2313, howard.meyers@bairdwarner.com.
HARRODSBURG, KY A National Register and Kentucky
Landmark, Clay Hill is one of the most important houses
in the Commonwealth. Built in 1813, this frontier
mansion is famous for its intricately carved woodwork,
beautiful interior spaces, and secluded rear porch
arcade. Sited on 2.5 acres 32 miles west of Lexington,
the property includes a period guest house and smoke
house; $425,000. Call (859) 583-1989. View at www.kyselectproperties.com,
MLS#1143657.
ANNAPOLIS, MD area on the South River. This
very special waterfront home was built just after
the Civil War by Secretary of the Navy James Hamleton
as a wedding present for his daughter. It has been
meticulously cared for with custom cabinetry, renovated
kitchen and baths, forged antique hinges, and hardware.
Water views from every room, professionally landscaped
grounds, 125 ft. waterfront, and pier with electric
lift; $1,750,000. Sue Schanz, Coldwell Banker, (443)
223-6736, sschanz@cbmove.com.
EASTERN SHORE, MD Beaudley, c. 1795. Stately
historic home nestled on almost 6 acres in a private
setting at the end of a tree-lined driveway. This
home is in the National Register and features a lot
of the original floors, woodwork, and window glass.
The telescopic styling is a true Eastern Shore distinction.
With 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. This home is a treasure
and has been well cared for. Has small barn, outbuildings,
and screened rear porch; $349,000. Hursey Porter,
Long & Foster Realtors, (410) 726-0755.
EASTERN SHORE, TALBOT COUNTY, MD Dayspring,
a Greek revival, c. 1870, featuring 5 bedrooms, 2
1/2 baths, 2 fireplaces, and wood-paneled library.
Tranquil, private setting on one-plus acre in village
of Queen Anne. With 5 outbuildings including 19th-century
one-room schoolhouse, ice house, and barns. Old magnolias
and boxwood. 70 miles to Washington. First-time on
market in 30 years. Repairs and updated systems needed.
Tax credit eligible. Reasonably priced. (410) 364-5919,
owlhollowva@aol.com.
ST PAUL, MN This 1886 Queen Anne/Richardson Romanesque double mansion has been meticulously restored, while meeting historical standards, into 4 elegant condominiums: 2 side-by-side, 2-story units; a third floor penthouse; and a lower-level garden suite. You can make this National Register property your home. The property will be sold at auction October 4, 2007 at 6 p.m. Contact Mike at (800) 457-2967, Auction@SchultzAuctioneers. For more information visit schultzauctioneers.com.
GLASGOW, MO Overlooking the Missouri River,
this 3-bedroom, 2-bath brick home, built around 1840,
has been totally restored. Original floors, woodwork,
and beautiful winding staircase. A steal at $120,000.
United Country, (800) 999-1020, ext. 326, www.unitedcountry.com/preserve
American Treasuresa full-color magazine of older
and historic properties for sale. Just $5.95.
MERIDIAN, MS Eastlake Victorian. Grand historic
home with almost 5,000 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2
baths, 10 fireplaces, grand staircase, stained-glass,
arched pocket doors, ornate woodwork, granite counters
and much more. Remote entry gate and 3-car garage.
In the National Register; $249,000. United Country,
(800) 999-1020, ext. 326, www.unitedcountry.com/preserve
American Treasuresa full-color magazine of older
and historic properties for sale. Just $5.95.
CHARLOTTE, NC Built c. 1905, the Tharpe House
was an early property in Dilworth neighborhood. Suburb
of Charlotte, Dilworth was part of the New South development.
Pedestrian friendly with nearby amenities. One-story
house on corner lot with T-gable roof and front gable
dormer. Requires complete rehabilitation; contributing
structure in Dilworth National Register HD; tax credits
available; $410,000. Preservation NC, (919) 832-1651.
www.PreservationNC.org for more properties available.
BOONTON, NJ The ambiance of old and new come
together in this one-of-a-kind home. Rich in tradition,
including a built-in window seat, hardwood floors,
chestnut trim, lemonade porch, terraced yard and patio.
Updated kitchen and bath complete the picture; $374,900.
Weichert, Realtors, (973) 316-5600.
LITTLE YORK, NJ Dual mills. The mill to the
left was built c. 1804 as a linseed-oil mill and is
now a 6-room cottage. The grist mill on the right
was added in 1835 and has been used most recently
as an antiques shop. The mills sit on +/- 2 acres
including 2 unused ponds and a 1/3-mile mill race;
$489,000. Stan Lipson, (908) 447-0245, www.LittleYorkMills.com.
MIDDLETOWN, NJ Historic white shingled farmhouse
built 1740 and known as Mounts Tavern. Stagecoaches
and the Lenni Lenape Indians passed by the tavern
room on their way to the surrounding rivers. Hand-hewn
beams, wide-plank pumpkin floors, exposed brick walls,
and 4 brick fireplaces. Lovingly updated with forced
hot-air heat and central air. 3 bedrooms, attic loft,
2 1/2 baths, detached 2-car garage, and shed. On more
than 1 acre. Heritage House Sothebys Realty,
(732) 784-1416, Robininrumson.com.
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ Amazingly original 1850
property built as a Friends school, converted to a
residence about 1906. Recently completed, ten-year
restoration has yielded a perfectly preserved and
intact 1850 home with the livability of new construction.
House has 3,000 sq. ft., 9 rooms, 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2
baths, enclosed wraparound porch, all original features,
new systems, new 4-5 car carriage house barn; $649,000.
Call (856) 866-7409. Full details at historicproperties.com.
CHATHAM CENTER, NY Greek revival manse, c.
1840, in the Hudson Valley. Features wide-floor boards,
exposed beams, and the perfect party kitchen. With
3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. Outdoors has a small deck
and beautiful enclosed garden. Two hours by car or
train to NYC and 1/2 hour to Tanglewood. Walk to indoor
tennis, river swimming, and kayaking. Decorator owned.
Call Chatham Properties at (518) 392-5906.
KINDERHOOK, NY Federal style home, c. 1820,
with 4,500-plus sq. ft., brick exterior with slate
roof, 7 fireplaces, plaster moldings, interior shutters,
wood and tiled floors, and a full, dry English basement.
Two formal parlors, dining room, office, kitchen,
bath, and laundry area on first floor. Second-floor
master bedroom suite, 2 guest rooms, and private guest
wing. Has carriage barn with space for 4 cars. Historic
Kinderhook Village; $875,000. Century 21 Lynn M. Strunk
Realty, (518) 758-1921, www.c21lynnstrunk.com.
LITTLE FALLS, NY Brick Greek revival, c.
1825, with 4-columned portico, original front door,
beautifully proportioned light-filled rooms. Fireplaces
in living and dining rooms, modern kitchen with hickory
cabinets and corian counters, 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths,
large attic, full cellar. Recent wiring, plumbing,
roof. Two-car heated garage, new 24-x-36-ft. pavilion
with view of stream on 2.1 acres. Fire and security
monitors. A unique residence; $289,000. Nan Ressue,
Bruce Ward and Co., (315) 823-3551.
MADISON COUNTY, NY 72 Madison, a renovated
Italianate Victorian, c. 1865, with all of the high-end
amenities, location, and quiet enjoyment that youve
been searching for. On 2-plus acres in the charming
Village of Hamilton. ?Features 2,450 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms,
5 baths, living and dining rooms, and fabulous kitchen.
Large garage with storage. Great local schools. A
minute to Colgate University, 1 hour to Cooperstown;
$395,000. Susie Gustafson, Broker, (315) 824-HOME
(4663), www.susiegustafsonre.com.
STATEN ISLAND, NYC Commanding the Manhattan
harborfront, this 3-story, wide-board-sided Greek
revival, c. 1840s, has 3,803 sq. ft., 10 rooms including
3 greatrooms 25-x-17-ft., 4 1/2 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths,
darkroom, and 3 offices. Marble fireplace after Danish
sculptor Thorwaldsen. Waterfront, street-to-street
50-x-152-ft. 1850s carriage house/garage. Lushly terraced
gardens. One- or two-family, your choice; $691,840.
NormaSue, Gateway Arms Realty Corp, (718) 273-3800,
x16. Virtual at www.sibor.com.
CINCINNATI, OH The John Baker House, Woodburn,
c. 1854, in the National Register. Rare Gothic revival
villa designed by James Keys Wilson. On 1.232 secluded
acres with picturesque Ohio River views. With 5 bedrooms,
4 full baths, in-ground pool, and formal rooms for
entertaining. Maintains the original architectural
detailing in pristine condition. Once in a lifetime
opportunity. Offered at $2,750,000. For information
contact Karen Laurens, Sibcy Cline Realtors, (513)
607-2251, www.sibcycline.com.
FRANKLIN COUNTY, HORSE VALLEY, PA Skinner
Tavern and Inn. c. 1788 stone, c. 1850s brick section.
In Pennsylvania and national registers. With 14 rooms,
original ornate woodwork, paneled doors, sash windows
on back, thick plaster walls, plank floors, bead-board
ceilings, 1800s grained doors, stenciled room numbers,
7 fireplaces ?(2 false). Spectacular views. Verified
Washington visit during the Whisky Rebellion in 1794;
$195,000. Fred Bull, (717) 262-2906, fbull@wcnproperties.com.
CHARLESTON, SC This 18th-century brick Georgian
is the oldest surviving structure built by the French
Huguenot Church. It served as the church parsonage
until 1871 and has been meticulously restored. Architecturally
and historically important, home may predate the American
Revolution. A majority of woodwork remains intact.
The fireplace surrounds, chair rails, and heart-pine
floors appear to be early 18th-century; $2,895,000.
Diana Goff, Daniel Ravenel Sothebys International
Realty, (843) 442-0850.
CHARLESTON, SC The Stephen Shrewsbury House,
c. 1809, has been beautifully restored. Georgian style
with 5 full stories and 2 piazzas that overlook garden,
fountain, and brick courtyard. The original Adamesque
woodwork and mantels are extraordinary. Ground floor
apartment, off-street parking, and sweeping views
of Charleston Harbor and historic rooftops. Exterior
easement with Historic Charleston Foundation; $1,995,000.
Beth McCrabb, Daniel Ravenel Sothebys International
Realty, (843) 670-0296.
CHARLESTON, SC The revitalization project
to which all others should be compared. Just 2 blocks
from the historic districts High Battery, it
has been transformed into a Gite or French holiday
cottage. Iron gates and stucco walls lead through
the garden to brick and limestone terrace. Has 2,500
sq. ft., 20 ft. ceilings with exposed beams in dining
room, chefs style kitchen, and library. Gated
entry, carport, off-street parking. $2,385,000. Barbara
Fredericks, Disher Hamrick & Myers, (843) 577-4115,
dhmrealestate.com.
FLORENCE, SC The Claussen House, c. 1830,
is a beautiful Greek revival on more than 2 acres.
With 5 fully restored support buildings: 4-bay carriage
house with storage, servants quarters, smokehouse,
chicken coop, equipment shed and coldframe hothouse.
Inside the main house, the front double parlors have
high ceilings, a fireplace with mantel and French
doors to the porch. A very special home, full of history
and charm; $495,000. Dan Ravenel, Daniel Ravenel Sothebys
International Realty, (843) 723-7150.
FLORENCE, SC Roseville Plantation, c. 1771,
fully restored home listed in the National Register
with 5,000 sq. ft., 6 bedrooms, 4 baths, and 1,800
sq. ft. of wraparound porches and balconies. Its Gone
With the Wind avenue is 400 yards off I-95 exit
and 5 miles from the city. Perfectly located for a
private residence, restaurant, special events, bed-and-breakfast.
Former home of famous Confederate nurse and diarist.
On 13.53 acres; $1,750,000. Carl Tucker Real Estate,
(843) 678-9900, ctucker543@joimail.com.
MARION COUNTY, SC Historic Victorian plantation
house on 13 acres with access to 5-acre lake. Built
late 1890s and completely restored in 2000. Has 5,335
sq. ft., detached garage, outbuildings, and asphalt
drive. With oversized rooms, 2 front parlors with
bay windows, high ceilings, 5 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths,
45-x-35-ft. great room/gourmet kitchen, covered porches,
screened back porch and deck. Just 3 miles from Marion
and 40 miles from Myrtle Beach. Wilks Robinson, (843)
431-7050, wrc209@aol.com.
MCCOLL, SC At auction September 15, 2007:
Greek revival built 1903-06. Enter from portico to
formal parlor/foyer with winding staircase, formal
living, dining, sitting room, study, kitchen with
fireplace, 5 bedrooms, and 3 baths. Side entrance
from carriage porch adjoins wraparound porch. Fine
moldings and mantels. Has guesthouse, stable, and
other dependencies. On 2 acres with hardwood shade
trees, garden path, and circle drive. Shortt Auction
& Realty Co, (800) 599-7188, www.shorttauctions.com.
MURFREESBORO, TN Collier-Lane-Crichlow House
was the residence to 4 Murfreesboro mayors. Built
in 1850, this 4,960 sq. ft. pre-Civil War brick mansion
is in the National Register. Owner meticulous about
historic accuracy of colors and fixtures and has much
supporting documentation. Uses include residential,
mixed-use. With 8 fireplaces, 3-car garage, and guest
house. Active historic preservation community; $439,900.
Trish Woolwine, Fridrich & Clark, Realty, LLC,
(615) 327-4800. Info: houseofmayors.com.
Round Rock, TX Circa 1850's Built by Captain Washington Anderson, soldier of the Republic of Texas. Sitting on 7.5 ac on Brushy Creek, the 3,880 SF two story house, is constructed of locally quarried limestone. An official Texas Historical Marker was installed in 1962. A second 4,326 SF two story building was constructed in 1950's. Don Quick & Associates, Inc (512) 255-3000. View a virtual tour on our website www.donquick.com
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, VA Fair Oaks, late-19th-century
Virginia farmhouse on 620 acres. Renovated with 3
bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, original heart-pine floors,
and 7 woodburning fireplaces with period mantels.
Surrounded by towering oaks overlooking countryside.
Two-bedroom cottage, pool with poolhouse, spectacular
360-degree views. $6,950,000 for house on +/- 620
acres or $4,650,000 for house on +/- 356 acres. Steve
McLean, McLean Faulconer Inc., (434) 295-1131, smclean@mcleanfaulconer.com.
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, VA Maxfield is a 37-plus-acre
estate located in the renowned Keswick Hunt Country,
featuring a renovated historic manor home, c. 1767,
with handsome interior woodwork, hardwood floors,
and 5 working fireplaces. The property includes a
1 1/2-story guesthouse, 6-stall stable, kennels, bank
barn, and machine sheds; $1,695,000. Steve McLean,
McLean Faulconer Inc., (434) 295-1131 or 981-1863,
smclean@mcleanfaulconer.com.
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA Woodland, c. 1810, built
by John Dunkum, who worked for Thomas Jefferson and
helped build Monticello and the University of Virginia.
Property is 4 miles from Charlottesville on 76.9 acres.
House offers spacious rooms, high ceilings, and heart-pine
floors. Includes guest cottage and large barn. Needs
work, but given character of home, history, and acreage,
Woodland could be restored to a fine estate. Jim Faulconer,
McLean Faulconer Inc., (434) 295-1131, www.mcleanfaulconer.com.
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA Tuckedaway embodies timeless
character and charm. Original stone cabin, c. 1775
with a log section added in the 1800s. Property has
been lovingly maintained and first time on the market
in 40-plus years. Located in an idyllic private valley
on 9 acres with a meandering stream and beautiful
rock outcroppings. Just west of Charlottesville; $725,000.
Charlotte Dammann, McLean Faulconer Inc., (434) 981-1250,
cdammann@aol.com.
CULPEPER COUNTY, VA Maple Lawn, c. 1799,
is an exceptional country estate with beautiful views
of the Blue Ridge Mountains. No dollar amount spared
in the meticulous renovation of the main house and
additional +/- 5,000 sq. ft. of dependencies. Pool,
tennis court, and pond. Perfect family home or executive
retreat. Located between Orange and Culpeper in the
historic Cedar Mountain area. Easy access to D.C.,
Charlottesville, or Richmond. Charlotte Dammann, (434)
981-1250, cdammann@aol.com.
GLOUCESTER, VA On North River in one of Tidewater
Virginias most sought after historic areas.
Exchange, c. 1720, beautifully restored Georgian manor
with English basement on 8 acres. Updated kitchen,
river room, 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, 8 fireplaces, original
floors, and portrait windows. Smokehouse, guest cottage,
houseboys residence, 6-bay garage, pier/covered
boatlift; $2,950,000. Elizabeth Johnson (804) 240-5909
or Pat Zima, owner/co-agent (804) 693-0202, Frank
Hardy, Inc., www.WaterfrontandEstate.com.
GLOUCESTER, VA Lands End, c. 1796, 35-acre
riverfront estate. Beautifully restored, home to Revolutionary
War hero Captain John Sinclair. Sympathetic addition,
tasteful conveniences. +/- 5,712 sq. ft., 6 bedrooms,
5 baths, 10 fireplaces, and 4 porches overlooking
+/- 1,000 ft. waterfront off Chesapeake Bay. Caretakers
apartment above 2-car garage, 4-stall horse barn,
riding trails. National and VA historic landmark;
$2,600,000. Elizabeth Johnson, Frank Hardy, Inc.,
(804) 240-5909, www.WaterfrontandEstate.com.
LAKE OF THE WOODS, VA The White House, c.
1929, a charming colonial revival sits under huge
trees with view of the lake in gated community. Features
a gourmet kitchen, big lakeside sunroom, large front
porch, and patio. Includes a 3-car garage with 14-x-9-ft.
office. Two additional lots available. Clubhouse with
dining, swimming, stables, tennis, and golf. $397,000.
Dave Johnston, Old House Man®, (804)
633-7123, AntiqueProperties.com.
LEXINGTON, VA This charming historic home
has been meticulously restored with great attention
to detail. Features include 6 bedrooms, 4-zone heating
and cooling systems, and original pine flooring. More
than 5,000 sq. ft. of living space and beautifully
landscaped. Located in the heart of historic Lexington;
$1,350,000. James Wm. Moore Real Estate Co., (540)
463-7080, www.jwmre.com.
LEXINGTON, VA The Ivy Tower, c. 1891, a 3-story
brick residence. Second Empire style. Now a church
with its late 1950s chapel addition. The extra height
of its mansard roof permits a full-height third floor
and gives the home its magnificent proportions. Priced
well below assessed value, this is an exceptional
opportunity to own a unique piece of Lexington history
and restore it to its former elegance; $695,000. Betsey
Badgett, Barbara Trandel, Mead Associates, (540) 463-7168,
www.meadproperties.com.
LEXINGTON, VA Among the earliest brick homesteads
in Rockbridge County, Shenandoah Valley, Belle Vue
is on a road fondly known as the enchanted forest.
This beautiful +/- 7-acre setting encompasses the
8-room manor house, 2-room frame guest house, another
frame dependency, and handsome flora in fox-hunting
country. Within minutes of Virginia Horse Center,
Washington & Lee University, Virginia Military
Institute; $775,000. Otis Mead, Mead Assoc., (540)
463-7168, www.meadproperties.com.
LEXINGTON, VA The Homeplace, a charming original
chestnut log home in the woods across Shenandoah Valleys
Brushy Hill from quaint downtown Lexington, home of
Washington & Lee University, Virginia Military
Institute, and the Virginia Horse Center. Logged rooms:
gathering/dining, living, new kitchen, and master
suite. Tasteful addition includes gallery, 2 bedrooms
and workshop/studio. Includes pond and 11 acres; $520,000.
Otis Mead, Mead Assoc., (540) 463-7168, www.meadproperties.com.
LEXINGTON, VA The Pines, a beautifully restored
and meticulously maintained 15-room residence in the
historic district of this college town in the Shenandoah
Valley. Originally a Flemish bond I house
built in 1819; extensive Victorian additions date
from 1885. Features 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, 8 fireplaces,
period mantels, heart-pine floors. On nearly 1 acre
with mature trees. The ultimate in privacy and convenience;
$1,500,000. Betsey Badgett, Mead Associates, (540)
460-0783, www.meadproperties.com.
LOUISA COUNTY, VA Oakleigh is a meticulously
restored residence, c. 1880, on a 838-acre farming
estate in protected Green Springs Historic District.
Features a gourmet kitchen and spacious master suite.
Property includes a guest cottage/studio and beautiful
8-stall stable; $4,250,000. Stephen T. McLean, McLean
Faulconer Inc., (434) 295-1131, smclean@mcleanfaulconer.com.
LOUISA COUNTY, VA Boswells Tavern,
c. 1735, residence and outbuildings on 75-plus acres
in the Green Spring Historic District. Known for its
use in 1781 as headquarters for the Marquis de Lafayette
and as a meeting place for Patrick Henry, James Madison,
and Thomas Jefferson. With 3,052 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms,
2 baths, many original interior details, 6 original
mantels. Virginia Historic Landmark; $1,295,000. Steve
McLean, McLean Faulconer Inc., (434) 295-1131 or 981-1863,
smclean@mcleanfaulconer.com.
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, VA LaGrange. Your rural
paradise, planter home, c. 1749, with 4 fireplaces.
On 65 acres of privacy offering fantastic dependencies;
soaring screened pavilion that encloses pool, summer
kitchen, and fireplace; attached pool house with full
bath, cedar sauna, and upstairs office. Appalachian-style
guest cabin with loft, timber frame low-country building
for winery, gift shop, meeting room; and more; $785,000.
Jane Ludwig, (804) 436-6341.
NATURAL BRIDGE, VA Forest Oaks, c. 1806-10,
one of Rockbridge Countys most spectacular historic
homes on 45 beautiful acres. In the National Register
with 10,000 sq. ft. of exceptional living area, 24-plus
rooms, 10 fireplaces, and rich English walnut trim.
Magnificent views overlook pond, meadows, and beautiful
Blue Ridge Mountains. Large guest cottage and stable.
Twelve miles from the historic college town of Lexington;
$1,700,000. James Wm. Moore Real Estate Co., (540)
463-7080, www.jwmre.com.
NATURAL BRIDGE, VA
White House, c. 1850, built by Francis T. Anderson,
who established the Glenwood Iron Furnace in Arnolds
Valley. Restored to modern-day living while retaining
the wood floors and much of the original woodwork.
With 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, formal and informal
living areas. On 13 acres with Blue Ridge Mountain
vistas, pasture, fruit trees, berry bushes, and gardens.
Bordered by Jefferson National Forest; $549,500. Alice
Strecker, Mead Assoc., (540) 463-7168, www.meadproperties.com.
RICHMOND, VA The real gem of Historic Bon
Air! The Gilliam House, an 1881 Victorian with 1910
colonial revival changes. Second oldest home in famous
former Victorian-era summer resort community. With
4,700 sq. ft., 5 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, and 65-ft.
veranda with French doors opening from formal rooms.
Sits on 1.6 acres with butlers house, carriage
house, and garden folly; $989,500. Chris Small, Small
& Associates Realtors, (804) 343-6860, chris@smallrealestate.com,
www.smallrealestate.com.
SOUTH HILL, VA The Ryland Homestead, a Gothic
style, c. 1902, 2,684-sq.-ft.-house on 2.7 acres.
Four fireplaces with original mantels, period moldings,
and heart-pine floors. Hasnt been compromised.
Original outbuildings: smoke house (active), ice house,
4-stall barn with loft, corn crib, log chicken coop,
and run-in shed with loft. Set in serene country setting
surrounded by hundreds of acres. Great for horses;
$249,000. Max Sempowski, Antique Properties, (434)
391-4855, www.oldhouseproperties.com.
SOUTH HILL, VA A totally restored, impeccable
antebellum home built in 1854 on 21 acres. Hand-sawn
original heart-pine, and put together with wooden
pegs and shopmade nails. House features beautiful
woodwork throughout, a U-shaped staircase, 11-ft.
ceilings, antique chandelier, pressed copper cornice
in parlor, and original doors and hardware. With 4
bedrooms and 3 baths. A historic gem; $595,000. Max
Sempowski, Antique Properties, (434) 391-4855, www.oldhouseproperties.com.
CAVENDISH, VT Brook Farm, in the foothills
of southern Vermonts Green Mountains, is a 20-room
10,000-sq.-ft.-colonial revival on 60 acres. Seven
bedrooms, 4 with fireplaces, 3 with private baths.
Ten-ft. ceilings with moldings, grand entry staircase,
8 fireplaces, paneled doors, wainscoting, and period
fixtures. In the National Register. Has 4-bedroom
guesthouse, studio, horse barn, cow barn, outbuildings,
and pond; $2,495,000. Robert McLeish, LandVest Inc.,
(802) 362-0996, bmcleish@landvest.com.
MILWAUKEE, WI Downtown historic brewhouse
building. Great location, high visibility. Other historic
buildings from 14,000 to 245,000 sq. ft. Fully abated
clean-shell buildings under $25 per sq. ft. Zoning
approved for office, housing, and retail. Part of
master-planned historic, sustainable redevelopment
of 20-plus-acre Pabst Brewery site built in late 1800s.
Two- and 3-acre land sites also available. Own a piece
of history. Contact (414) 274-2880, or visit www.thebrewerymke.com.
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