Nine unique fireplaces! C. 1897 Queen Anne in North Carolina. $699,900.
Property Features
Core Details
- Price: $699,900
- Address: 121 5th Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601
- Property Name: The Fox-Ingold House (known locally as the “Hospitality House”)
- Year Built: 1897 (Historic Queen Anne Style)
- Size: 3,889 Sq. Ft. on a 0.37-acre corner lot
- Rooms: 5 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms
This historic Queen Anne Victorian offers nearly 4,000 square feet of timeless elegance and character. It is an incredible opportunity for anyone looking for a unique residence for sale in the heart of the Claremont Historic District.
Interior Architecture & Details
- Fireplaces: 9 non-functional fireplaces, each featuring a unique, original mantel.
- Woodwork: Hand-carved heart pine staircase and original wainscoting.
- Windows: Elegant stained glass windows throughout.
- Flooring: Original finished hardwoods, tile, and vinyl.
- Main Level: Grand central foyer, two front parlors, and a formal dining room with a built-in china cabinet.
- Additional Rooms: Mudroom, dedicated laundry room, and an en-suite bonus room on the main level.
The interior showcases museum-quality craftsmanship from the hand-carved posts to the intricate built-ins. You won’t find another house for sale that captures the spirit of the 19th century quite like this one.
Exterior & Location
- Porches: Massive wrap-around front porch plus a centrally located upper-level porch.
- Lot: Level corner lot with 0.37 acres of space and a dedicated parking lot.
- Condition: Historic preservation covenants apply; the roof will need replacement soon.
- Neighborhood: Walking distance to downtown Hickory dining, shopping, and Lenoir-Rhyne University.
- Utilities: Public water and sewer; forced air heating and central cooling.
The exterior features classic Victorian detailing and a stunning porch perfect for year-round entertaining. This is a rare chance to own a landmark property for sale within walking distance of all that downtown Hickory has to offer.
From Zillow
The Fox-Ingold House, known by most locals as the “Hospitality House,” is now available! Located in the Claremont Historic District of downtown Hickory, this 1897 Queen Anne offers 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and period detailing inside and out. Details include 9 fireplaces, each with unique mantels, hand carved stairway posts, stained glass windows, original hardwood flooring, original wainscoting, built-ins, the list goes on! The main level offers a large central foyer opening onto two front parlors, a dining room with original built-in china cabinet and wainscoting, main-level bedroom with en-suite bonus room, kitchen, laundry, and mud room. Wind your way upstairs via a hand-carved staircase made of heart pine, leading to another large landing with a stained glass exit to the centrally located upper level porch. Upstairs, four generously sized bedrooms all offer fireplaces and share a hall bathroom. Outside, a wonderful wrap-around porch welcomes guests year-round and features classic 19th century detailing that can only be found on historic properties. Located withing walking distance to downtown Hickory shopping and dining, LRU sporting events, and local schools and churches. Seller is a historic preservation organization requiring protective covenants attached to the deed at sale protecting the historic integrity of the structure, materials and site. Most changes proposed to the property will require seller’s review and approval. Modernization of the kitchen and baths are generally permitted. Roof on home will need to be replaced in near future. Seller is unsure of AC functionability.
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