4 bedroom house for sale

Overview

Welcome to this exquisite Arts and Crafts style home in the desirable historic Old North End! Originally built in 1920 by the Crissy family (Crissy Fowler Lumber), the attention to detail, use of mahogany wood, and architectural touches that are the hallmark of this era are evident throughout. Enter the home from the wide front porch into a spacious parlor, where mahogany paneling and built-in settee await. There is original quarter sawn oak floors through most of the home. The large living room has a working gas fireplace, large picture window, and original paneling. Built-in mahogany bookcases, and mahogany pillars above them, lead into an elegant dining room with built-in mahogany china cabinet w/glass display shelves, and serving area. Many windows provide natural light. The kitchen has been completely modernized w/hardwood cabinetry, and features built-in oven/range, and microwave, but also maintains its historic pine floors and the original icebox. Just off the kitchen is a laundry area, which leads to the backyard. The large Trex deck invites you outdoors, and there is a lower patio for additional entertaining space. The professionally landscaped yard includes an apple tree, raspberry bushes and garden areas, one-car garage, storage shed and darling 279 sq. ft studio cottage - with a clawfoot bathtub/shower, a cozy kitchen, and a bedroom/sitting room (and separate utilities). Back in the house, the upstairs has 4 bedrooms. The master has a working gas fireplace, large closet w/ built-in drawers, and adjoining 3/4 bath. The hallbath is completely updated with shower/tub, double vanity, beautiful wood cabinetry and tile work. Head to the basement where there is large finished room with adjoining 3/4 bath. It also has a large countertop and sink area, perfect for fun entertaining. The unfinished part of the basement could be a workshop and has three large storage closets. This home will not last, and will be a joy for the next stewards of this historic treasure!