Looking for a home with more personality than a Hollywood movie star? Check out the legendary Burrage Mansion. Built way back in the day for a wealthy “Copper Baron,” this place is a rare survivor from an era when people built homes to impress. While other old mansions got chopped up or ruined over the…
If you love old houses as much as I do, this one will steal your heart right away. Built by famous architect John M. Poorbaugh, this home is made entirely of rare pink quartzite stone. It looks like a magical castle! The stone has been perfectly restored with new tuck-pointing, meaning this beautiful piece of…
My heart skips a beat for homes with a soul, and this one is a true masterpiece. Built in 1872 by James Castle—a city attorney, state senator, and US Representative—this incredible Gothic Revival and Second Empire Victorian is one of the most iconic homes in Stillwater. It was inspired by the grand mansions of Washington,…
It is rare to find a newer home that captures the magic of the past, but this custom-built chateau does exactly that. Nestled on over 68 acres of beautiful rolling hills, it blends modern living with incredible history. The owners gathered old, salvaged materials and antique pieces from all over the world to build it….
There is something magic about a home built in 1930. This incredible Pennsylvania fieldstone estate feels like it was lifted straight out of a classic storybook. From the moment you drive down the tree-lined entrance, you can feel the history. The stunning tile roof and the grand stone walls show the kind of care and…
If you have ever driven through Evanston and wondered about the most magnificent house on the block, this is it. Known fondly as the “Castle on Ridge,” this 1896 mansion is finally coming on the market for the first time in almost 50 years. It was designed by a famous architect named Stephen A. Jennings,…
If you are like me and find yourself dreaming of buildings that have a real soul, you probably already know this landmark. Originally built in the early 1900s as Jorgensen’s General Store, this is one of the most famous historic spots in all of Brevard County. It is listed on the National Register of Historic…
If you love old houses, you know that the “feeling” of a home starts before you even reach the front door. This 1924 estate, known as “Fernwood,” has one of the most magical entrances I have ever seen. You pull off the street and onto a 400-foot long driveway that sits under a stunning arbor…
If you are like me and find yourself dreaming of a simpler life in a home with real soul, you have to see this cabin. This isn’t just a house; it is a historic log home built all the way back in 1800. For context, this cabin was already standing when pioneers were still settling…
If you have a passion for American history, the Parson Smith Homestead is a dream that has finally come true. Built in 1764, this home is older than the United States itself! For a long time, it was actually used as a house museum, which means it has been preserved with incredible care. It is…