The Kimsey Howell House

This charming Victorian farmhouse near Downtown Waynesville is a picturesque retreat, built in 1898 (though some local newspaper records suggest 1903) on Waynesville’s oldest residential street. Originally white, the iconic blue exterior is a feature immortalizing the flair of the three Howell daughters who lived out their years together in the home until the 1980s, at times running it as an inn. The structure is a typical 3-gable Folk Victorian featuring original heart pine siding, an expansive porches, and the early add-on of a walk-in pantry, all on a local river stone foundation. Inside you’ll find 9-foot ceilings and a traditional layout with formal parlor, living room, dedicated dining room, and kitchen all off the foyer entry. Nearly all the original heart pine flooring, beadboard ceilings, and millwork have been lovingly preserved, likely delivered to the builders from nearby Frog Level Depot back when Frog Level was a thriving commercial district.

Outside you’ll find the original barn where Kimsey kept his horse Dan, and the river stone spring house converted to storage shed. The surrounding property is outfitted as a small homestead, featuring a spring-fed pond, massive fenced vegetable garden with a composting area, a new chicken coop, orchard, grape vines, and more. Enjoy stunning downtown views and walkability to boutique shops, restaurants, breweries, arts, and festivals. Updates include a standing seam metal roof, nearly new kitchen appliances, a zoned heat pump, and ventless gas log fireplaces for year-round comfort. Option to join the local historic register for discounted property taxes. Don’t miss this unique piece of Waynesville’s history!

Details

Property ID
656272

3
Bedrooms

3
Bathrooms

Square Footage
2432

Lot Size
1.27

Year Built
1898

Style
Folk Victorian

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