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This gorgeous Queen Anne Victorian Home is truly phenomenal. Originally built as a four-square in 1846, the home was converted into a George F. Barber Queen Anne Victorian in the early 1890’s. The original family maintained the home until 1980, when it was transferred into the care of a local Dr. and his wife. The yard has an ornate brick and wrought iron fence design, adding stunning charm and detail to the exterior. Walking up the wide marble tile staircase, you step onto a newly rebuilt wrap-around front porch. Step back in time when you walk through the front door. You are greeted by an enormous grand staircase, custom woodwork and wainscoting, and gorgeous original hardwood floors, all newly refinished. Downstairs is replete with a formal parlor, a ladies sitting parlor, a striking wood-paneled office with an attached full bath. Office could be converted back to a downstairs bedroom if desired. A media/theatre room is situated across from the office, with a convenient half bath next to it. The back half of the first floor is completed by the heart of the home. The spectacular dining room leads directly into a newly remodeled kitchen, complete with custom stone tile work surrounding the stove, and extraordinary wrought iron light fixtures. Off the kitchen, you will find another half bath with a laundry area, as well as additional pantry space with an extra refrigerator. Outdoors has been thoughtfully setup for outdoor living. a built in gas grill overlooks the deck-level pool, as well as the spectacular landscaping throughout the grounds. Upstairs are the remaining 4 bedrooms. The master suite has a newly remodeled en suite, complete with new jetted tub, and a walk in closet. The remaining full bath upstairs has an antique claw foot tub beside an beautiful gas fireplace. A full size washer and dryer upstairs only adds to the luxury of this amazing mansion. An interior craft area is situated just off the bathroom as well. The home boasts 2 attic spaces, one which is accessible by a permanent walk up staircase, the other by a built in ladder in the back loft area. Outdoors you will find a fantastic garage with over 1200 square feet of working space. Currently, one area is set up to function as a craft room/book bindery, with another section acting as a full woodshop, and a third area holds home repair and maintenance items, as well as having an additional storage area.
