Listings on OldHouses.com

1810 Colonial in Rahway, NJ

Tue, 7 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

Restored Historic Colonial Home
Front of Historic Home

1897 Traditional in Sandersville, GA

Tue, 7 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

Remodeled Historical Home

1889 Victorian: Queen Anne in Tacoma, WA

Tue, 7 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

Chinaberry HIll
Beautiful 1889 Queen Anne Victorian overlooking Commencement Bay

1827 Greek Revival in Goldens Bridge, NY

Mon, 6 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

Stunning "Green" 1827 Greek Revival
This one of a kind fully restored iron-fenced Westchester County estate is embraced by rolling-meadows, expansive lawns, age-old trees, stream/waterfalls, endless stonewalls, elegant architectural details and gracious rooms. Near train...less than one hour to New York City. (If this listing is not right for you, please pass it along to your friends and associates that are also lovers of historic estates. Thank you.)

1900 Craftsman Bungalow in Monteagle, TN

Mon, 6 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

First time offered!
Located high atop Monteagle Mountain in Tennessee! Home has been meticulously cared for by original family for over 100 years!

1840 Colonial in New Paltz, NY

Mon, 6 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

Breezy Knolls
Eyebrow Colonial, in great condition, with spacious rooms, great flow for entertaining and many of its original details intact. Working fireplace, wide board floors, jacuzzi in the master bath, claw foot tub in second full bath.

1886 Victorian: Queen Anne in Plainfield, NJ

Mon, 6 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

34 ROOM STATELY VICTORIAN MANSION
Located in one of the Queen City�s finest Historic District�s, named after Pulitzer Prize winning author Van Wyck Brooks. This is the largest of Plainfield�s historic districts and is renowned for its stunning Victorian homes. Reported to have been once owned by an heir to the Nestl� chocolate fortune, this 1886 Queen Anne Victorian Mansion is one of that era's most decorative glorious showcases. The exterior, of brick and wood shingles features many decorative wall plaques, and arched, eyebrow, round, and oval windows along with a polygonal tower with a weathervane on top. The exuberance of the �High Victorian Era� is in evidence inside, throughout the home�s 34 rooms, including 15 bedrooms, and 10 baths, all in approximately 12,000 square feet of living space. Victorian design meant expansive rooms with high ceilings, and amazing decoration throughout. In this home, typical room sizes for the libraries, living rooms and dining rooms are: 35� x 25�, 25� x 20�, 20� x 20�, 27� x 16�, with ceiling heights between 11�-25� high. Bedrooms, too, are large. Some bedroom sizes are: 25� x 14�, 21� x 17� and 19� x 18�. In addition there are 11 splendid and unique fireplaces, all recently refurbished and in working condition. On approximately 1.17 acres (137� x 314�), the park-like property is surrounded with a wood fence for complete privacy. Two long circular driveways of crushed stone, one in front and one in back, bring you from the street to the door. Over 350 specimen trees, shrubs and ornamental perennial gardens grace the lawns. The 2 ponds, outdoor lighting and pergola were professionally designed by a landscape architect to blend seamlessly with the home�s heritage. The house has been featured on 15 house & garden tours. A Victorian home, especially a Victorian mansion, always has a porch. This home has 2, one of which is screened in, plus a verandah and 3 patios made from slate, brick and cement. Behind the home there are 2 carriage houses with lofts, horses long gone, used as garages for 5 cars. Improvements & Upgrades made to 531 West Eighth Street, Plainfield, NJ House Exterior � 85% of the red brick has been stained individually. This was to avoid the staining of the mortar. � Weather Vane replaced with copper eagle that sits on top of Polygonal Tower roof � 20� x 20� Wooden porch was added with solid wood columns and tongue and groove mahogany floor � Owner�s apartment had new screened-in porch replaced with solid wood columns on both first and second floor � Back exit to house had new entrance and steps replaced. Roof was extended to provide shelter from weather. � Two new fire escapes were added to the house � New entrance to the wing apartment included porch, steps and railing � Main entrance to the house has new natural stone floor with natural stone border. � All new railings and balusters on 20� x 20� center apartment roof and built a deck with more railings for tenants use. Gardens � 15 Trees removes � Planted 350 Specimen trees, shrubs and ornamental perennial plants � Added two ponds with Electrical outlets � Added Belgian Block curbs to the side and front of the house � Added 100 Natural Stones � Installed Iron Entrance Gate to the front right side of the house � Put in a Pergola in the back yard with a slate patio and custom made table for dining with Artist painting on it. � Installed Round Red Brick Patio in the private garden � Installed cement patio to the rear Windows and Doors � 140 windows in the house were re-glazed � 27 replacement windows done in the past three years � 3 Storm doors were replaced � Installed two leaded glass entrance doors � One solid mahogany door with leaded glass was replaced Interiors Flooring � 22 rooms had floors sanded and refinished with two sealers and three polyurethane coats � 5 hallways and 3 staircases were refinished as above Fireplaces � 10 wood burning fireplace were refurbished and in working order � 1 gas fireplace was replaced in 2009 � 6 fireplaces have new marble facings and hearths � 5 fireplaces got new glass enclosed screens Kitchens � All kitchens were remodeled � All new refrigerators and stoves during the last four years Owner�s Apartment � Kitchen remodeled 2008 with new cabinets, black galaxy granite floor and counter, new stove, refrigerator, electrical work, windows, wall, heating, and center island � Breakfast room with new parquet floors & swinging butler�s door to dining room � Dining Room with Carpathian Walnut wood paneling was stripped and refinished with original wood parquet floors. Two pocket doors leading to living room were refurbished. � Anti Room Oak Wood paneling and trim was stripped and refinished. Tiffany tiles are in the fireplace front facing � Living Room/Library with built-in cabinetry had all new glass put in and cabinets were restored. Mahogany paneled walls and trim was stripped and refinished. � Door to screened-in porch was replace and porch was gutted and completely redone. Hand Murals and Painting � 5 Hand-painted bathroom murals � 3 Artistically Painted Kitchen and Breakfast Room Ceilings � 2 Artistically Painted Hallway Walls & Ceilings � 6 Hand painted Wall Murals � 7 Artistically Painted Rooms Basement � All bricks and stone foundation was re-mortared. � Villeroy & Bosch porcelain tiles were put through the main basement floors. � Porcelain tiles put in � the floor of the Townhouse basement floor � All three boilers were replaced 4 years ago with Weil-McLain Natural Gas Furnaces � Water heater replaced 4 years ago. � All heating pipes were re-insulated � Caretaker�s apartment was gutted and replaced Overall � All apartments in the house were completely restored including walls, floors, kitchens and bathrooms

1890 Victorian in Hempstead, NY

Sun, 5 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

Wake Up This Sleeping Beauty
This sleeping beauty needs TLC.Restore this 1/2acre home to its original splendor.Original moldings,bathrooms and Chambers stove.Possible 4th bedroom in attic under turret. Easy access to highways, airports, railroad and private schools. Basement w/outside entrance 1st floor-Large entry,FLR,FDR,EIK,Butler's Pantry,.5 bath 2nd floor-MBR w/sitting room;2 BD; full bath 3rd floor-possible 4th BD under turret;full bath;attic

1863 Victorian in Hackettstown, NJ

Fri, 3 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

Classic Meets Contemporary
Classic meets contemporary in this 1868 Victorian combining all the character you want with all the modern conveniences you need. Original details like floor to ceiling windows and blue stone mantle marry with the updated kitchen and baths to create a home that is both elegant and cozy.

1871 Storefront in Liberty Hill, TX

Fri, 3 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

Liberty Hill Historical Commercial Auction

1865 Colonial in Gettysburg, PA

Wed, 1 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

Restore this Civil War era Stone home!
If restoring Civil War era stone homes is your passion, bring your imagination and tools to Gettysburg! This borough property is a lovely walk to the Culp's Hill section of the battlefield. Grey stonework exterior, in-town living convenience, historic deeds convey.

1889 School Building in East Greenville, PA

Wed, 1 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

Upper Hanover converted schoolhouse
Circa 1889 classic PA red schoolhouse lovingly converted in the 1950's. Centered on just under a wooded acre, surrounded by deeded open space. An open floor plan includes wood burning fireplace, hardwood floors, and custom millwork. Over 1000sq.ft of 2nd floor unfinished space suitable for expansion.

Greek Revival in Union, SC

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST

Juxa Plantation
Having evolved from the early 1800's, Juxa Plantation is a 2 story stately home that has been improved and updated to bring this stately home to the 21st Century. It features 6 freplaces,updated chef's kitchen and private brick fensed patio. A feeling of serenity follows you thoughout the property as the past comes alive with all the history that this property has to offer. Please call Linda Thomas at 864-426-2003

1903 Victorian in Dacula, GA

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST

Renovated 100 Year Old Victorian!
Horse farm with barn, pasture, green house and pond!

1920 English Tudor in Soperton, GA

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST

Old Grandeur & Timeless Grace ...

1893 Neoclassical in Troy, OH

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST

Step Back in History
Built in 1893, this 5200 square foot home has been owned by only 3 families and lovingly cared for to maintain the historic integrity of the period. Phenomenal original woodwork throughout, with 15 different types of wood.

1896 Colonial in Perth Amboy, NJ

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST

Gorgeous 1890's Waterfront Colonial
The elegance of a bygone era...With all of today's modern conveniences!

1840 Colonial in Bardstown, KY

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST

Nicholson House

1901 Dutch Colonial in Blissfield, MI

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST

Historically Restored Dutch Colonial
Beautifully restored Dutch Colonial in a small historic river town, close to Toledo, OH, Ann Arbor. MI, Ypsilanti, MI, only 45 minutes from Detroit airport. Home retains many original features such as leaded windows, push-button switches, beautiful wood staircase, pocket doors, and maid stairs. Electric and plumbing have been redone adding modern conveniences such as garbage disposal, dishwasher, and ground faults while retaining historic feel. This is a solid home with all wood floors except upstairs bath. Home has a full usable basement (currently used as a family room, office, and separate shop area) and does not require a sump pump. This home is move in ready and with fresh paint and newly refinished floors. More information @ kylecranor.com, or realtor.com under MLS # 20001557 Blissfield is a safe community with great schools and amenities like farm markets, restaurants from fine dining to McDonald's. There is a small local grocery store and shopping close by as mentioned above. Ask for Elisa Atherton, Kyle Cranor Realty, Office 517-486-4455, Cell 517-575-2427. Please let her know you found us on oldhouses.com Thank you.

1904 Victorian in New Albany, MS

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST

Beautiful Restored Victorian
This beautifully restored Victorian home is a perfect blend of yesterday and today that will charm you and your family.

1868 Church / Art Studio in Louisiana, MO

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST

FABULOUS STUDIO, ART GALLERY AND LUXURY APARTMENT
Fabulous Studio, Art Gallery, and Luxury Apartment Welcome to an incredible lifestyle and space eighty miles and eighty years north of St. Louis. Live and work in this spectacular space now housing a studio, fabulous gallery and luxury apartment housed in a converted historic 1868 church in one of the most beautiful and historic Mississippi River towns in Missouri. Step away from the stress of big city life and concentrate on your art or in home business in the laid-back lifestyle of Louisiana, Missouri. This simple brick and stone Gothic style church was first transformed into the City Hall for Louisiana in 1919. It served the city until 1999. Although in the transformation the church lost its bell tower, the original two story Gothic arched windows remain. The choir loft and lobby housed city offices, the sanctuary became a community meeting room. The lower level space housed the city jail and fire station for a number of years. After 1999, the building was transformed again to an incredible art gallery with studio and luxury loft apartment.

1820 Colonial in Baltimore, MD

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST

Completely Rehabilitated Historic Baltimore Rowhouse
Edgar Allan Poe lived on Eastern Avenue before he moved to the "Poe House" on Amity Street. According to the Maryland Historic Trust he could have lived in this very house.

1987 Federal in Bogart, GA

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 00:00:00 EST

Classic Federal design near Athens Georgia UGA!
This home combines a nineteenth-century look with modern-day amemities in a prestigious country club setting!