July 2017 - Old House Dreams

1832 Federal – Society Hill, SC

309 S Main St, Society Hill, SC 29593

The Caleb Coker house, built ca. 1832, is a wonderful un-restored 1832 house in the heart of the Pee Dee region of South Carolina. It was the home of Caleb Coker (1802~1869) and the birthplace of his son, Maj. James Lide Coker (1837~1918), who was a Confederate officer, industrialist, philanthropist, and founder of Coker College. Caleb Coker was a merchant, a director of the Cheraw & Darlington RR, librarian of the Society Hill Library Society, and a charter member of the Darlington Agricultural Society. ...

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1894 Queen Anne – Marshall, TX (George F. Barber)

703 E Rusk St, Marshall, TX 75670

Beautiful 1894 historic home that is 3 bedroom and 2 1/2 bath. This wonderful home could either be 3 bedrooms or 4. Or it could have two living areas depending on your needs. Hardwood floors throughout. Bathrooms have been completely remodeled. ...

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c. 1900 Queen Anne – Rushville, IN

501 N Morgan St, Rushville, IN 46173

Beautiful Victorian 3 Story Home....And 1 Block From Main St...Several Well Kept Older Homes In The Same Block...4 Bedroom. Amazing Refinished Hardwood Floors Thru Out The House..All Natural Wood Finish With Stairway That Is Beautiful,,,,Built In Shelving In Family Room And Built In Hutch In Dining Room....Large Kitchen With Fireplace...Home Has 3 Fireplaces...Vinyl Siding On The Exterior..Large Front Porch And Deck On The Back Of House....Very Nice Home.. ...

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July 28, 2017: Link Exchange & Discussion

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1905 Classical Revival – Vernon, TX – $80,000

2429 Texas St, Vernon, TX 76384

This beautiful Victorian Home is picture perfect to enjoy as your home or as a B&B for memorable occasions. Built in 1905, its charm will win your heart. Please Contact Sue Ann for further information. ...

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c. 1900 – Machias, ME

5 Charles St, Machias, ME 04654

Attractive, well maintained home in town with great covered front porch and large manicured lawn. Home has an inviting great room with fireplace and four good size bedrooms as well as an automatic generator. There is a spacious, heated two story out building for storage or possible home business or rental. This enjoyable home is near amenities with access to sidewalks into town, a must see! ...

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1819 – Hertford, NC

200 W Market St, Hertford, NC 27944

This Historic Home has loads of potential! Beautiful Heart Pine Hardwood Floors, Fireplaces, Cozy large private back yard with Persimmons, Pecan, and Fig Trees! Not to mention the beautiful Magnolia trees and Camellia bushes! This home has a Separate Building which used to be the KITCHEN! This is Southern Plantation personified! Come Drink Lemonade and fan yourselves on the spacious porch while listening to Church Bells Ring! ...

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1891 – Polo, IL

410 W Mason St, Polo, IL 61064

On the National Register of Historic Places, you'll find this stately Roman brick mansion designed by Joseph Lyman Sillsbee (Frank Lloyd Wright's instructor) and built in 1891. Step into the huge Atrium with an impressive open staircase to be embraced in the elegance of an era of quality workmanship & materials, from the ionic columns and dental trim made of seasoned 100 yr old woods of oak, birch, cherrywood, mahogany and rock oak floors throughout, to the Italian hand-painted canvas ceilings professionally restored, along with the brass light fixtures, wiring, plumbing, kitchen and baths all completely updated in 1986, according to NRHP Standards. This breathtaking home offers 7 ...

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1902 Queen Anne – Huntland, TN

801 Main St, Huntland, TN 37345

Gorgeous historic Victorian home is just like stepping back in time. All new plumbing & electric w/ new central heat & air, all new appliances . This home has the high 12 ft ceiling you expect in that period. It's on a large corner lot in a great location. ...

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1904 – Collinsville, AL

337 County Road 851, Collinsville, AL 35961

How often do you get the chance to buy a gorgeous 1904 historic home in the country with original wood trim, floors, pocket doors all constructed from trees cut on site and the original UNPAINTED foyer staircase that was shipped here from St. Louis? Transoms that still work! 12 foot ceilings, fireplaces throughout, huge sweeping front porch where you can watch the sunrise over Lookout Mountain. Pick your own pecans from your huge tree. Space for a garden, fenced pastures for horses, be the gardener you always dreamed of being with 1.65 acres. 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, parlor or library, sun room, formal living room and dining room, could be a bed & breakfast!

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c. 1845 Greek Revival – Society Hill, SC

957 S Main St, Society Hill, SC 29593

Historic Bellevue, circa 1845, needs additional restoration. The four chimneys have been rebuilt in the main home; the electrical system has been updated. A galvanized standing seam metal roof was installed in 2008 on main portion of the home. The kitchen and bath were removed to restore porch to its original configuration. An antebellum carriage house and cabin with double-sided fireplace are also on the property and need restoration also. Many wonderful mature trees and plantings are on the 18 acres. ...

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1862 Italianate – Friendship, ME

10 Harbor Rd, Friendship, ME 04547

The Nelson Thompson and later Archie Wallace home in Friendship Village. Enjoying a high profile location, next door to the Town Hall and across the road from Wallace's Market, this home enjoys an over-sized, in-town lot with a beautiful, vintage barn, period details and plenty of room. 3-4 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, plus an impressive makeover of the 3rd floor to an artist's studio. Lovely landscaping including an herb garden, cherry and peach trees, berries and even grapes! A nostalgic and comfortable home. ...

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1931 Colonial Revival – Marlin, TX – $129,900

722 Watson Pl, Marlin, TX 76661

Stately 2 story brick, built in 1931. Investment opportunity-Fixer Upper. Single family home of approximately 4432 sq ft sitting on 0.94 acres of land. This beautiful home has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Conveniently located near Marlin Elementary, Marlin Middle and Marlin High. This spacious home would make a great fixer upper for a family, investment opportunity or could be a fantastic opportunity as a bed and breakfast. It has recently had plumbing upgrades and some electrical. ...

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Handpicked historic real estate for old house enthusiasts.

Month: July 2017

1832 Federal – Society Hill, SC

1894 Queen Anne – Marshall, TX (George F. Barber)

c. 1900 Queen Anne – Rushville, IN

July 28, 2017: Link Exchange & Discussion

1905 Classical Revival – Vernon, TX – $80,000

c. 1900 – Machias, ME

1819 – Hertford, NC

1891 – Polo, IL

1902 Queen Anne – Huntland, TN

1904 – Collinsville, AL

c. 1845 Greek Revival – Society Hill, SC

1862 Italianate – Friendship, ME

1931 Colonial Revival – Marlin, TX – $129,900