The Cavitt House

Own a Rare Piece of Texas History: The Old Cavitt House, Wheelock, TX

Step back in time and into a true Texas treasure. The Cavitt House—an officially recognized Texas Historic Landmark—stands proudly on 5.7 peaceful acres in the heart of Wheelock, just 25 minutes from Bryan–College Station. Built between 1845 and 1854 by Ann Cavitt on a 300-acre land grant from Texas empresario Sterling Robertson, this grand 5,700-square-foot Texana-style mansion offers a rare glimpse into the Lone Star State’s past.

Designed by a New England architect and once serving as the famed “Stagecoach Inn” along El Camino Real, the home is steeped in legend, having welcomed notable guests including President Sam Houston and celebrated Texas folklorist and author J. Frank Dobie.

This stately 11-room, three-story home features:

• Hand-carved cypress and pine woodwork

• Hand-blown glass windows

• Six fireplaces crafted from pink brick and ironstone

• Period-perfect architectural details throughout

The property also includes two historic barns, an 1836 two-story cedar log cabin ready for restoration, and a modern guesthouse currently operating as a successful Airbnb and/or long-term rental. There’s even an RV hookup—perfect for guests or additional income.

Recent updates blend old-world character with modern comfort, including:

• A spacious renovated kitchen

• Two updated bathrooms

• Spray foam insulation

• New plumbing

• Central A/C upstairs and two mini-split systems

Surrounded by towering heritage trees, the Old Cavitt House is an ideal setting for a private residence, bed and breakfast, boutique event venue, museum, café, or a charming countryside retreat with RV sites.

This is more than just a home—it’s a living piece of Texas history, waiting for its next steward. MOTIVATED SELLERS! and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a landmark that helped shape early Texas.

Details

Property ID
705240

6
Bedrooms

3
Bathrooms

Square Footage
5700

Lot Size
5.7

Year Built
1854

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