Hallwood, Virginia
$2,495,000
Wharton Place on Virginia's
Eastern Shore
Built in a Federal Style with some Georgian
influences, Wharton Place was sited with its
four corners oriented to the compass cardinal
points, taking full advantage of passive natural
light throughout the day. There are
approximately 59 acres of prime tillable land,
20 acres of woods, and 12 acres of tidal marsh
with the remaining acreage being lawn and
gardens.
c. 1805
Stillwater, New Jersey
$5,990,000
Antique Farmhouse Turned
Awe-Inspiring Retreat
Set on over 40 private, wooded acres, this
former 1800s farmhouse-turned-family-estate
surprises and delights visitors around every
corner - with magazine-worthy organic gardens
(started in 1967!), private pond with waterfall,
and property features seen in numerous
publications over the years.
c. 1890
Pekin, Illinois
$430,000
All-Brick Foursquare/Prairie
Sparkler
Lovingly owned by the same family for over
114 years, this home sits on nearly 1 acre with
mature trees, countless rose bushes and
lovely landscaping. Original charm preserved:
quarter-sawn oak floors and fumed millwork,
8” trim, plaster walls, Roman brick fireplace,
pocket doors, built-ins with leaded glass,
stained glass windows, and coffered10-foot
ceilings. c. 1907
Bratenahl, Ohio
$5,990,000
Gilded Age Grand Dame
House
Situated on 3.5 acres along the Bratenahl
coast of Lake Erie, this gilded-age gem
underwent an extensive year-long
transformation where the greatest of care was
taken to bring the home into the 21st century.
From the newly built bluestone patio and pool
to the meticulously restored original door
hardware, no detail was overlooked in
perfecting this exquisite property. c. 1895
Church Hill, Maryland
$749,000
James Marshall Farm
A perfect little farm for those who dream of
embracing the homestead lifestyle! This
timeless masterpiece is nestled on 3.13
acres of serene, park-like grounds located in
the heart of Queen Anne’s County. The exquisite
Flemish Bond brick residence offers a rare
opportunity to own a piece of history without
compromising modern comforts. Step inside
to discover over 2800+ square feet of
meticulously restored interiors.
c. 1735
Lake City, Iowa
$120,000
Restored Carnegie Library &
Unique Commerical Space!
Located on the square in Lake City’s charming
downtown square, this beautifully restored
Carnegie Library offers a unique opportunity to
own a piece of history reimagined as a vibrant
commercial space. The building retains its
classic Carnegie architectural details including
high ceilings, large windows, and stately brick
exterior.
c. 1900
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