Chapel Hill, North Carolina
$6,600,000
Timeless Elegance &
Modern Luxury!
This show-stopping home was one of the first
on Tenney Circle, which is an idyllic street that
was part of the original town when its
boundaries were drawn in 1859. Solidly built
in 1922, with charming features such as
sleeping porches, hardwood floors and
exquisite hardware, the current owners
executed a gorgeous renovation in 2021.
c. 1922
College Grove, Tennessee
$3,990,000
Log Home Sanctuary in the
Tennessee Hills
This 11-acre wooded estate four buildings in
total, including two charming log cabins and a
spacious creativity studio perfect for artists
and musicians. Countless albums and songs
have been written in the home studio by
legendary artists like Alabama, Bad Company,
and Lynyrd Skynyrd! c. 1825
Savannah, Georgia
$942,000
Preservation Award-Winning Frederick Ball Cottage
This southern half of the Frederick Ball
double house is part of an elite group of
residences academically and meticulously
restored during the 1990s. The house has
substantial original fittings including rare 12
over 12 window sashes, two mantels, the
staircase, a lovely archway with a lantern
hook in the front hall, and most of the
woodwork, with wainscoting and pine flooring throughout. c. 1805
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Virtual Tour here Mount Pleasant circa 1886 is a beautifully appointed Queen Anne Victorian, surrounded by a vast rolling pastoral landscape, on Virginia’s historic Northern Neck. Relaxed Gilded Age Splendor abounds in every corner of this lovingly restored, exquisitely furnished, and beautifully maintained Manor House. Numerous dependencies, including stables, carriage house, smoke house, fenced pastures […]
Located in Bath’s desirable north end on historic Washington Street, ’’The Magoun/Page Estate,’’ circa 1820’s, is a quintessential colonial-style cape. Symmetrical design, a characteristic steeply-pitched gable roof and a large center chimney define its classic architecture. The property boasts 250’ of water frontage with a private deep-water dock, offering direct access to the Kennebec River. […]
Experience serenity at this enchanting 16-acre estate in Richfield Springs, NY. Nestled privately, this property boasts incredible lake and countryside views, private pond, lake rights and a secure, gated driveway. A charming 600 sq.ft. guest cottage with a 3-car garage and workshop complements an alluring main house built in 1838. The exquisite main house spans […]
Wrapped in the flowing waters of Evitts Run, this iconic 3 + bedroom, 3 full bathroom property—known as Beeler’s/Clipp’s Mill—offers the rare chance to own a piece of Jefferson County history along Evitts Run. Dating to the 1700s, it features the original mill water wheel and ties to Civil War-era events. The main-level primary suite […]
This well-maintained mid-century modern ranch packs a lot of style & character at an incredibly affordable price. Poised on a leafy corner lot in the highly-acclaimed historic district, named a top neighborhood by no less an authority than This Old House & twice by Houstonia magazine! Great mid-century architectural details from the stacked roman brick […]
Historic charm meets modern convenience in this beautifully restored pre-1900 home just steps from Fayetteville’s downtown square. From the inviting wrap-around porch with classic southern blue ceiling to the fully renovated interior, every detail has been thoughtfully updated while honoring the home’s character. The main house features a new roof, custom shutters, seven new period-correct […]
This 2,310-square-foot house has three rooms and space for a bath downstairs, and four rooms and a potential bath upstairs. The third-floor attic offers the potential for at least 600 additional square feet of finished space. The hand-carved front doors are original, as are the windows, clapboards, and fishscale shingles. Built by the prominent Madame […]
Welcome to the charming Jonathan Hills colonial homestead, an estate steeped in local history & brimming with character. Built Circa 1759, this unique home features 4 working fireplaces w/ a beehive oven, around a center chimney w/ post & beam construction, perfect for those chilly evenings. To many updates to list including upgraded electrical. Details […]
Step back in time and embrace the charm of this historic home, newly listed and built in 1815. This exquisite property boasts four spacious bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and a half bath, showcasing elegant Federal and Greek Revival details. Originally constructed for Dr. Joseph Hazel, a prominent Sea Island cotton planter, this residence is […]
Character may be an overused word in real estate, but it’s a rare home that exhibits as much warm gravitas as Old Hankins Manor. From the moment you pull up the drive, past the private half acre pond and up to the wraparound rocking chair porch, you’re struck by a sense of timelessness and comfortable […]
Historic Grandeur Meets Modern Luxury in the Heart of Madison, The Oak House, Circa 1897 A rare offering in Madison’s Historic District, The Oak House stands as a crown jewel of Southern architecture. Originally built in 1897 and honored with a Georgia Trust Award for Historic Preservation, this New South Neoclassical Revival estate sits prominently […]
Set on 6.43 scenic acres at the foot of Cathole Mountain, this quintessential New England Colonial is paired with a beautifully restored barn-style guest house. Both antique structures have been thoughtfully renovated with a significant investment in energy-efficient infrastructure, blending historic charm with modern performance. The main house-lovingly known as Thyme Haven Farmhouse-features spacious rooms […]
Talk about LOCATION! Centrally located in the heart of downtown Saratoga Springs, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. A literal stones throw away from the best restaurants and stores the city has to offer, and also within walking distance to the iconic Saratoga Race Course. This home is packed with Victorian charm and blends historic elegance […]
Priceless Opportunity in Altoona for a restored historic home with panoramic views. This fully restored 1920s craftsman-style home offers views of the city and surrounding mountains as it’s perched on a scenic hilltop in a large corner lot almost 1 acre of land. The charm of the home shines bright with the preservation of its […]
For the purest…an enchanting historic treasure offered for the first time in over 50 years. Circa 1776 center chimney Farmhouse. Impeccably maintained array of unspoiled, remarkable period detail. Extraordinary wide board flooring throughout. Exposed beams and woodwork. Three fireplaces off the huge center chimney. High ceilings for the period. Cobblestone lined gravel drive leads to […]
Welcome to the finest home in the city, built in 1869. This spectacular home has been the cultural center of Marcy Holmes Neighborhood for more than a quarter century. This majestic, Chaska Brick home sits on the corner of SE 5th St and SE 5th Ave in the Minneapolis Historic South East 5th Street District. […]
Step into a piece of Mobile’s history with this stunning 1909 Spanish-style home, ideally located in the highly desirable and historic Ashland Place neighborhood. Overflowing with charm and character, this beautifully maintained residence blends original architectural details with thoughtful, high-end updates throughout. Beyond the inviting front porch, you’re welcomed into a grand foyer showcasing original […]
Built in 1913 as the Wakonda State Bank and operating as a bank under various names until 1961 when converted into the Wakonda Public Library, and ultimately private businesses after 2006. The building represents early 20th Century American Commercial with Colonial Revival style architecture with brown and orange brick with limestone base, Doric columns, sills […]
The Bixby Ranch House | Coxhead & Coxhead, Architects | 1887 – 1890 — Perched at the highest point in Bixby Knolls, the iconic Bixby Ranch House stands as one of Southern California’s most remarkable examples of Shingle Style architecture. Commissioned by George H. Bixby—eldest son of Long Beach’s founding family—and his wife Amelia, this […]
This historic Greek revival New England home was built in 1835 and is lovingly restored and includes modern features such as solar. From the tin ceilings, wood stove fire, 1920s light fixtures, original staircase and built in cabinets this home has it all. A newly constructed dormer finishes off the master suite with views of […]
600 S Bagdad Rd Leander Texas 78641 – The A.S. Mason Home Modern Farmhouse – Symmetrical Victorian style –     Recorded Texas Historic Landmark 3,324 square feet, 4 covered porches, 2 fireplaces. .996 acre lot Residential and – or Commercial Use City of Leander water and sewer in front, PEC electric on site […]
Beautiful 1795 Federalist-era Colonial in Georgia Vermont includes original Rumford fireplaces, exposed beams in attached converted barn with finished entrance parlor, and gorgeous original wide-plank flooring. The home includes a hand-built stone wall made from another building’s recovered foundation stones.
Nestled on 5.03± acres of mature trees, perennial gardens, and pastoral mountain views, 888 Botsford Road is a beautifully updated c.1840 brick farmhouse that seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern comforts. Every space reflects the love and care poured into this home over the years, where original architectural details meet sustainable systems and thoughtful updates. […]
Step into the past and embrace the future with this fully restored 6-bedroom residence offering nearly 5,800 sq ft of finished living space, plus an additional 2,000 sq ft of untouched attic space awaiting your vision. Nestled on a generous lot in the heart of Boonville, this historic home uniquely blends Civil War–era significance with […]
The Willard House, recognized by the Greenwood County Historical Society, is a rare 1885 home offering 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 3,489 sq ft of living space. Updated in 2000 while preserving its character, the home includes original hardwood floors, five fireplaces, detailed trim work, and inviting front porches with Trex decking. A circular driveway […]