Old House Dreamer

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Archive for the ‘ 1700-1749 ’ Category

7523 Stow Rd, Hudson, OH – $449,000
3 bed, 3 bath, 3116 square feet on 1.41 acres. Check out the aerial view here. These photos are superb!

The Moses Cleavland Home, believed to be the oldest known home in Summit County and possibly in all of Northeast Ohio. (See historical brief attached.) Center Chimney Post and Beam Constructed circa 1740 and moved to Hudson from Canterbury, Connecticut in 1981. Five fireplaces (two are decorative only), 2½ baths, 20’ x 26’ master bedroom with walk-in closet & one of the original fireplaces (decorative only) are accessed by private back staircase. Formal dining room boasts 17th Century Delft tiles surrounding fireplace with 18th century Blue Painted double paneled fireplace wall. Parlor has feather grained beaded wall paneling and gorgeous original fireplace. Don’t miss the truly remarkable kitchen with breakfast room, a newer Viking double oven 48” gas stove, Vermont Soap stone sink—all appliances stay. True to the period throughout, this home is breathtaking from the interior to the grounds and gardens (see list of historical plantings). Beautifully finished lower level with cage bar, surround sound, gas fireplace, wine cellar, exercise room, guest lavatory, laundry area and custom storage. Historic 18th century medicinal/herb, vegetable and perennial gardens, brick and stamped concrete patios, in-ground pool, two car carriage house and so much more!

311 Skyport Rd, Mechanicsburg, PA – $725,000
3 bed, 3 bath, 4788 square feet on 1.68 acres. Built by Revolutionary War activist Jonas Rupp.

11850 Colonial Trail West, Spring Grove, VA – $150,000 No longer listed.
3 bed, 2 bath, 1500 square feet on 1.169 acres. Needs additional restoration but has toe curling potential to be a fantastic house. Check out the street view here; pan to the right to check out the house next door while you’re at it.

2445 Baileys Pond Rd, Accokeek, MD – $829,900 $779,950 $679,950
8 bed, 2 bath, 3.34 acres. I searched the heck out of this house, for the story behind it. Even just a location to see the aerial view of it. Nada except for real estate listings.