39 Old Snake Hill Road, Pound Ridge, NY I love my apartment, and it's in a really lovely historic building. When guests come over, though, I'm reminded that it is definitely only outfitted for two people. Especially if eating is involved. That leads to dreaming about wet bars, dining rooms that can fit 8 people comfortably, pools, guest cottages... that kind of thing. Do you also wish you had a compound...

148 Hawthorn St, New Bedford, MA Along with the faulty wiring and the headaches, old houses come with the absolutely, most positively stunning details that make your jaw drop and your heart soar. These beautiful built-ins and most extravagantly ornamented rooms are so pretty that it boggles the mind and pretty much no one would, or could, execute them to such perfection today. Craftsmanship, people....

I can't stop staring at this Gothic Revival facade. The ornament is so bold! It sits on over an acre of hilltop property, with distant Manhattan views, no less. There are 6 fireplaces, a carved mahogany staircase complete with fabulous Tiffany stained glass window, decorative plaster ceilings to die for and much, much more. This property is dripping with rich wood, luxurious details and impressive...

504 Hudson Avenue, Paris, TN The Arts & Crafts movement was born out of a critique of all things excessive, ornate, and artificial. Figures like William Morris, whom populated the movement, preferred authentic craft that married the intellectual act of design with production at last. Thanks to that mission, we're left with pleasingly sturdy bungalows that are filled with handsome and grounding...

208 W Bush St, Prairie Grove, AR There's nothing better than an elaborately ornate victorian home. All of those fabulous wood details, (often called gingerbread!) wraparound porches, turrets and other adornments are truly fit for a queen. I, personally, can't get enough of the curb appeal offered by a Queen Anne dripping with details. These are eye-catching from the street and positively mind-blowing from...

220 Myrtle Street, Manchester, NH Quaint towns and expanses of wilderness make New Hampshire the perfect place to settle down into your own private little piece of history. Charming capes indicative of New England, pleasingly symmetrical colonial facades dotting large, roaming acreages and more are all on offer in this state of rich landscapes and early American history.   1. 567 First Crown...

Glasglow, VA Fixing up an old house is such a rewarding project. We highly recommend embarking on an old house journey. It's the best labor of love! If you're looking to polish up an old gem without breaking the bank, take a look at these homes that are priced right and full of potential. 1. 35871 State Highway 10, Hamden, NY  - $70,000 6 beds/2 baths  3,500 sqft, 0.25 acres This c. 1910...

This gorgeous c. 1874 Italianate sits on an unbelievably charming, tree-lined street and immediately drew me in with its fabulous wood trim, decorative bays and carved stone details. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the interior packs in even more original details. Enter through substantial double doors and you'll find 12' ceilings, ornate hand-carved woodwork, stunning arched doorways, ceilings...

Glasglow, VA Virginia is for (old house) Lovers! The story of Early America is captured beautifully through the homes across the state. Take a peek at these, which are on sale now. 1. 3470 Old Lynchburg Rd, North Garden, VA  - $3,000,000 6 beds/4 baths  7,534 sqft, 52.72 acres This c. 1800 home, set on a stunning and private 52 acre property, was once a Civil War general store. There are five...

520 5th St, Catasauqua, PA Beautiful stained glass is a special treat in any old house: the beautiful shadows and glowing colors that emanate from them add a special charm that can't be duplicated. The one-of-a-kind masterpieces in these homes make a vibrant statement that's completely unique, just like we like it. 1. 298 Page St, Aviston, IL - $344,900 6 beds/2 baths  3,300 sqft, 0.5 acres This...

33 Lithgow Road, Millbrook, NY There's nothing like a room covered in filled bookcases. If you love to read, your dream old house probably has a room like one of these. A reading room needs to be cozy, inviting - basically the perfect place to store and enjoy your collection. These set the standard! 1. 280 Bird Street, Scottsville, VA  - $475,000 5 beds/3 baths  3,747 sqft Sit in front of the...

1154 S 3rd St, Louisville, KY The more fireplaces are inside, the better the house. That is just how it works. A place to gather around a crackling fire, or just an elegant mantle to decorate with the perfect assemblage of knick-knacks - they're the best. These homes all have stunning ones! 1. 98 Otsego St, Canajoharie, NY  - $159,000 5 beds/2 baths  3,488 sqft, 0.57 acres This grand home reels...