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c. 1870 – Akron, OH

12/9/20 5 Comments
Posted on OHD: 12/9/20. Last OHD Update: 7/25/22.
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National Register Property

4270 W Bath Rd, Akron (Bath Township), OH 44333

Century home w GUEST Cottage!! Orig built in the mid 1870's by John Harshey, this period Victorian 4 bed/2 bath home was once the areas top producing dairy farm & sat on close to 150 acres. Today, the home sits on the Nat'l Register of Historic Places & that farm is Meadow Park subdivision in Bath Twnshp. Uncharacteristic of the times, this unique home has high, 10 ft ceilings & bright floor to ceiling windows throughout the main floor, which incl spacious eat-in kitchen, large formal dining area, hearth room & receiving area. Off the kitchen, you will find a fabulous sunroom- great for everyday use. The 1st floor also boasts 3 FP's, laundry, & full bath. Upstairs, the bright & cheery master bedroom features the homes 4th fireplace, large windows & deep period closet. The second floor bathroom has been recently upd & features new shower & vanity. Three more bedrooms complete the second level. More than a 100 years ago, the separate building on this property housed traveling workers that worked on the farm. Today, the 800 plus sq ft building is a fully finished living, work, or studio space complete with glamour bath, HVAC system, sink, living area, spacious deck, and basement. This is a great space for anyone staying for an extended period of time. The outside also features a shaded brick patio, great for summer or fall evenings w friends. The backyard is completely private from any neighboring home, has a gentle roll to the back & large barn, currently used for storage.
4 Bed 2 Bath 3,303 Sq Ft 1.45 Ac.
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