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1906 – Bristol, VA

2/25/21 6 Comments
Posted on OHD: 2/25/21. Last OHD Update: 7/25/22.
This has since "Sold" and is now archived for historical reference and educational purposes.
National Register Property

237 Solar St, Bristol, VA 24201

TAKE A STEP BACK IN TIME - Welcome to the Caldwell House! Built in 1906 and designated as a historic landmark, this 3200+ finished sq. foot house with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths is loaded with character. The current owners have done significant updates to the home, but there is more to be completed. For the buyer that loves old homes and history, this one is a gem. The main level features 9'8'' ceilings (except kitchen), original front door with leaded glass side panels, entry foyer, a parlor with historic FP grates (gas hookup), spacious dining room with original swing and pocket doors, stained glass window, decorative ceiling medallion and butler's pantry. The kitchen has newer Marmoleum flooring, a gas range, pantry and glass front painted cabinetry. During the ''Golden Age'' of millworking (1880-1910), virtually everything was made from wood and this home is no exception. Extensive wood trim is found throughout the interior of the home, and accented by beautifully refinished HW floors. UPDATES by current owners: Electric updated, roof installed 2009 (50 year shingle), and gas boiler installed 2016. Other improvements include: replaced gas hot water heater, refinished original HW floors, HW flooring added off entrance to kitchen, installed gas range, drywall and flooring added in Butler's pantry, fireplace mantels replaced in dining room and parlor, some interior lighting replaced, remodeled 2nd floor hall bathroom including tile shower, installed Marmoleum flooring in master bath and hallway, replaced ceiling on back screened in porch and front porch, 5 chimneys repointed, capped flashing installed, some exterior wood siding replaced with hardiplank siding. The landscaping includes a wishing fountain, day lilies, organic roses, daffodils and crocuses. Previous owner added insulation to the home. STORAGE is exceptional in this home. There's an unfinished basement and an exterior storage area beneath the back porch with a concrete pad. PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD AS IS.
4 Bed ∙ 3 Bath ∙ 3,649 Sq Ft ∙ 0.21 Ac.
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