Slaughter Beach House right on Delaware Bay

Whoo hoo! Older summer cottage (being sold in as-is condition)on the BAY at Slaughter Beach in Sussex County Delaware. Location-Location. One of the Best Water Front Double Lots on the Beach. High land - Views of Lewes Beach line on a clear day as well as Mispillion Jetty. Wrap-around sun porch for dinning. Just $499k -- YEARLY taxes are just $369!!!! who wants to go halfsies?

1847 Greek Revival Madison, Georgia

Located on the main drag in the super-charming town of Madison (just an hour outside of Atlanta, 30 minutes from Athens and 30 minutes from the Ritz Carlton Reynolds Plantation resort) this 2,700 square foot 3 bedroom charmer sits on a roomy 1.4 acres and includes a cute guest house you could use as a rental property. Or housing for a care taker for a couple of old house lovers? The house has five bays with central, wide hall, 12 foot ceilings. Full width front porch, side and rear porches. L Roof approximately five years old, on the main house, recently painted exterior. Just $625k. Perfect!

Great Deal on the Delaware Bay - Slaughter Beach DE

Now THIS is what I'm talking about. It falls squarely into the category of "crappy but good". Here's the deal: PROPERTY SOLD AS IS.....Rehab is not complete...seller will finish nothing...all offers submited should be done on taking the property as is. Home inspections will be for information only and property accepted or decined after said inspection. It's got 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Built on a concrete slab. Lot size is 50 X 192'. And it's RIGHT ON THE WATER. View looks fantastic and it's far enough back that even if Al Gore is right, you'd probably be okay. The price is pretty good $349k (betcha they'd take less). And get this, the ANNUAL fees and taxes are just $650..... wow.

1865 Texas Plantation on 128 Acres

Located in Kosse, Texas which looks like it's halfway between Dallas and Houston and reasonably close to Austin, this incredibly charming 1865 historic plantation home is "ready to restore" after being occupied by members of the original family for 3 generations. Situated on a hilltop in the middle of 128 acres (YES!) the landscape features mature tree in a landscaped yard around the home surrounded by a white picket fence. Amazing big sky views of rolling hills, open pasture, wooded areas, 2 ponds, multiple barns, fencing and cross fencing, and more. The home features high ceilings, 3 fireplaces, formal living, formal dining, family room, grand foyer, first floor bedroom, bath and laundry room. (doesn't say how many total bedrooms..hmmm) All for just $395k. And get this, taxes with AG were only $729. Sounds like an affordably HUGE slice of heaven in the Lone Star State

Great Italianate on the Nanticoke River. Vienna, MD.

Escape to this idyllic estate on Maryland's Eastern Shore this grand post Civil War brick manor house on the banks of a historic town on the Nanticoke River often featured in the Tidewater Times. With endless views of open waterfront, this private large corner parcel feels like you are on a thousand-acre estate. There is not another home in sight, truly a little piece of heaven as you look down the waterfront from the estate grounds. Estate is flanked by mature magnolia trees and has an old English rose garden. The home has 6 bedrooms and offers 4,000 square feet of living space featuring floor to ceiling windows and spectacular views from the stately halls and beautifully appointed rooms. All of the original intricate millwork, plaster molding, iron chandelier medallions and refinished heart pine floors are in excellent condition. This gracious brick three-story home with full portico and grand three-story winding staircase is professionally decorated. The $1,033,00 price tag includes period antiques and fine reproductions and a substantial credit for designer upgrades. House has large country kitchen with custom cherry cabinets and Corian countertop and separate summer commercial kitchen. Old English brick cellar has arches and large oak bar with copper top and would make a great private wine cellar. Without the furniture and on a smaller lot just $539k.

"The Reserve House" Early 1800's John Ellicott Home $1

Yowza!!!!! Talk about a cool challenge for someone who loves old homes and has a great vision but not a lot of money. This is the opportunity for you! The Reserve House consists is a small two-story stone structure on a hill overlooking the Patapsco River. It was constructed in the early 19th century by John Ellicott, Jr., one of the Ellicott brothers who founded the mills at Ellicott City, Maryland. The dwelling is significant because it is a prime example of mill worker housing that was common in the area when Ellicott City was a major industrial center. Right now it has 2 bedrooms and with 1200 square feet of space. The wild thing about it its that it is being offered as part of The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Resident- Curatorship Program, which secures private funding and labor for the restoration and maintenance of historic properties owned by the State. Curators, who can be individuals or organizations, pledge to restore the historic property according to historic preservation standards and at no cost to the state, and agree to maintain it in good condition in exchange for a lifetime lease for $1 per year. Yeah that's right -- a buck a year! The program generally requires curatorship proposals to represent about $150,000-200,000 worth of improvements to the property, which must be completed in about five years. I don't know what happens when you want to move in terms of your "investment" but somebody who planned to stay in it for a long time --( or perhaps have a child or grandchild take over the$1 lease) could create a SPECTACULAR home with a fabulous view within reasonable walking distance of downtown Ellicott City. This property is located in Baltimore County, secluded location WITHIN the Patapsco Valley State Park, at 16 River Road, Ellicott City, Maryland 21043. I'd love for one of my fellow Historic House Porn lovers to take this on, so I'm posting the contact info. DO IT! DO IT! DO IT!!!!!!!

Contact: John-Bruce C. Alexander, Manager of Curatorships & Cultural Resources
Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Tawes State Office, Building, E-4, 580 Taylor Ave., Annapolis, MD 21401
410-260-8457
balexander@dnr.state.md.us
www.dnr.state.md.us/land/rcs/index.asp
The Reserve House

c. 1914 Greek Revival Wilson, North Carolina

This one's a little rough around the edges folks but it's got TONS of POTENTIAL. And with a price tag of just $59k -- that's not a typo --- and OWNER FINANCING with just $6,000 down! you'd have more than enough money to fulfill it. Okay so this magnificent Greek Revival home is known as the Oettinger House. Major structual work has been completed including: Roof work, Floor Joists, Windows rebuilt, coulumns repaired, cornice boxing and total stabilization. The home has 11 foot ceilings, ornate fireplaces, 16 in. baseboards, built in cabinets. 2 baths with original tile work, and fixtures.Grand Entry brick porch with old wrought iron railings. It has 4 bedrooms and 2 baths.The home could be used as a Single Family home with street entry having app 3,000 square ft. or could be converted into 2 townhomes or restore the lower level with an additional 2,000 sq ft. There is zoning in place for residence, business, or offices. The location is wonderful with the beautiful Wilson County Library across the street. The home is also located in the Kenan/Broad Histtoric District. The home is also conviently located near shopping centers and only blocks from the downtown area. Not too, too far from the coast either.

1865 Bucks County Stone Colonial

Something a little closer to home for a change. Built in the Style of the Bucks County Stone Colonials, this home in Frenchtown New Jersey features wide pumpkin pine floors, secondary Jersey winder staircase, deep set windows and many built-ins. It has a fully enclosed front porch with slate floor that leads to the Family Room w/ beamed ceiling, fire place w/ finely crafted mantel, bookcases, storage drawers, and display cupboards. The Living and Dining Room feature deep set windows, which open to tranquil pond and garden views. The remodeled Country Kitchen is spacious enough to accomodate serious cooks and guests. A 6 Burner Thermadore Cooktop is set in the Center Island. A Breakfast Nook set into a bay window offers magnificent views of century old trees, gazebo and deck. A separate Laundry Room and separate Mud Room are conveniently located on either side of the Kitchen. On the second level are 5 Rooms, allowing for 4 BR's plus office. The attic is walk up and could turn into additional living space. There is also a basement with generous head room for workshop, etc. The 4.68 acre property, including the large farm pond offers that rare opportunity to live "off the land". Just $519k for a really cool piece of property that's not too far from all the charms of New Hope. Off topic : Hey would you guys like me to post seller contacts for these properties? Comment and let me know.

The B.S. Rivers House c. 1800. Walterboro, S.C.

Oh boy. If I were in the market for our southern escape house right now this would definitely be a possibility. Built in about 1800-1820 and lived in by the eldest male member of the Rivers family until 2005, this wonderful house was slated for demolition when the heirs of Styles Rivers gave it and 1.25 acres to the local Historical Society. They in turn sold it and the community watched as it was restored and has become a home again. Although the listing doesn't show interior photos it's described as a "wonderful and beautiful home with ALL the comforts of a new house in a house built to last a lifetime." It has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. A little cozy at 1,900 square feet but that could be a plus. 1st floor bedroom and bath. 10 foot ceilings. Original wood windows (yay!). Couple of fire places. And one of the best things is that it is in Walterboro --
which is a small town less than 1 hour from Charleston or Savannah Ga.and 4 miles from I95 . I've actually visited there and it really is a great place. Charming downtown with LOTS of antique stores run by people who have come from bigger cities -- including NYC -- to take advantage of all this cool little town has to offer. It's surrounded by thousands of acres of preserved
land and large estates. Close to beaches and boating. If it had a good golf course nearby for the husband I'd totally be there.
And a STEAL at $235K. God that's cheap......

1939 Greek Revival Summerville SC

Okay this is what I'm talking about! Lovely Greek Revival home on 1.3 naturally landscaped acres in the heart of Summerville near Charleston SC. Home has been in the same family since it was built in 1939. Yard is full of 100+year-old camellias, azaleas, tea olives, magnolias, oaks (original house burned in the early 1900's). Home designed by renowned architect Henry Schulz Burden who also designed St. Paul's Episcopal Church's Ambler Hall. This 3,300 square foot home has low maintenance triple brick exterior construction, a substantial columned front porch, casual back screen porch, 10 foot smooth ceilings down and 9 foot smooth ceilings up. In 1996 the hardwood… floors throughout the house were refinished, the entire high efficiency central air conditioning and heating system was put in, the entire interior and exterior was painted, kitchen was modernized and expanded and an additional 600 square feet of other living space was added (expanded 600 feet designed to easily convert to downstairs master). There are two fireplaces--one in living room and one in the master bedroom- and a very large walk up attic where more square footage could be added. House is under termite bond. Exclusions: living room draperies,wall desk in upstairs bedroom,decorative mirrors, and yard furniture and accessories. 1yr AHS Warranty included. Adjacent 1/2 acre lot also available for sale; price for lot is $95,000 for lot if purchased with this 1.3 acre house and lot. $600k without the additional lot. I could definitely do this.

1915 Morgan Cottage - Historic Madison, GA

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Just back from a real estate reconnaissance mission to northern Georgia and South Carolina in which we visited the extraordinarily charming historic town of Madison, GA. Street after street of lovely homes. Charming downtown with great antique shops, cute boutiques and pretty good looking restaurants. Just an hour or so outside of Atlanta -- so I figured everything would be very expensive. Not so! For just $489k one can move right into this spacious Georgian Cottage, totally restored, beautiful rocking chair front porch, screened porch, 1st floor updated master bath with heated floor and walk in shower, 2 other bedrooms, modern kitchen, heart pine floors, carriage house, beautifully landscaped with many specimen plants. Located in the heart of the Historic Districtit's just short walk to downtown shopping & restaurants!

"Avoca" 18th Century Stone Manor, Ellicott City, MD

You can barely see this through the trees from Montgomery Road and I had always thought for some reason it was probably neglected and a little run down. Boy was I wrong. This classic mid 18th century Ellicott City stone manor home has quite the array of modern amenities to go along with its yesteryear charm. Modern kitchen, 4 renovated baths, 5 bedrooms, separate apartment, multiple porches, back staircase, 4 fireplaces, new furnace, and 4 original stone out buildings. And it's pretty spacious -- 4,838 square feet. The "bad news" is that it is on 5.38 beautiful acres of prime real estate and is being marketed as "great for investors". Blech! Somebody please buy this at $1,125,000 and treasure it as a fabulous private estate that's minutes to major roads and charming old town Ellicott City.

c. 1870 "Chinese Chippendale" Cottage - Belton, S.C.

Is this CUTE or what? I've heard of Chinese Chippendale in terms of furniture, but have never seen it used to describe architecture. But you can definitely see a far eastern flair, although I'd probably tag it as Carpenter Gothic. ANYWAY.... it's got 5 bedrooms, 1 bath, 2,450 square feet. Looks a little rough around the edges on the inside, but it's got "potential". Plus it's on almost 4.5 acres and is priced at just $185,000. Probably because it's located in the hinterlands of Belton, South Carolina.
Also available for rent.

1830 Oyer House at McAlevy's Fort Huntingdon, PA.

Hello Handsome! Elegantly rustic and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Oyer House is an 1830 stone house, carefully restored, on approx. 2 acres. SEVEN fireplaces and extensive original faux graining and stenciling make this a unique example of Federal architecture. Superb original decorative paint and stenciling appears throughout this house. All major doors, baseboard moldings, and chimney cabinets are either faux-grained in maple or mahogany or marbleized in simulated stone. In the back parlor rows of stenciling from floor to ceiling were discovered under layers of old wall paper.Original box-locks and Norfolk latches remain on all the doors.

All that PLUS new mechanicals, wiring, plumbing and bathrooms and kitchens, were added with care from 1990 to the present as the house, when found, had none of these amenities, being in it's original 1830 condition. A new roof, an outbuilding serving as a garage, and a sun-room were added at this time. When the original six dormers were replaced, two large rooms, bath and galley kitchen made a third floor suite, completing a 4-5 bedroom, 3+ bath house. Sounds like this one is done!

Described as "hidden in its peaceful central enclave near large areas of state forests, parks and famous fishing and hunting areas, this unique home is within an easy drive of a major university" -- I'm guessing it's near Penn State. So the climate's cold but it's got culture. Just $445,000.

Savannah Stunner - $140,000

So what's up with this?

A 2 Bedroom, 840 square ft. "deluxe quality" loft in DOWNTOWN Savannah that includes all furnishings such as $10,000 window treatments, three antique oriental screens valued at $5,000 plus a full office/electronics set up: IBM computer, scan/print/fax, shredder, CD stereo system, DVD TV. Move right in! Superior 2004 renovation of a substantially built circa 1942 school building by Atlanta's Inman Park Properties. Great loft space with 12 foot ceilings, a unique glass wall and sunny six-foot windows. 2 beds, 1 bath, hardwood floors, and all ALL FOR $140k ?????? (say 20% down, 5% interest rate, 30 years -- that's about $750 a month!) Maybe it also comes with a corpse in the closet. Must be some kinda crazy story behind this one.

1934 Port Side Plantation, Georgetown S.C.

The scariest and possibly the most appealing words in this listing is "partially renovated" -- but it explains the CHEAP $429,900 price tag on this 14 room 1934 "manor home" on the South Carolina coast north of Charleston. Three stories with EIGHT bedrooms and 8.5 baths is located in quiet cul de sac just minutes to historic Georgetown's shops and restaurants. Gorgeous live oak tree, bamboo forest and magnolia trees with private wooded setting. All brick home has been under renovation from roof (2000), new gas log sleeves in all 7 fireplaces, new windows, new HVAC for 1st 2 floors, new foundation and brick front porch. much ofthe plumbing and electrical has been rewired. All hardwood floors, crown molding, 9.5 foot ceilings thruout. Butler pantry and breakfast room. Great Room and Library. 3rd floor Renovation was not completed so bring your ideas for the rest! For a "few dollars more", imagine the possibilities. On 3/4 of an acre so there's some land. 4,720 square feet. Lots of room for lots of people. Seems like an ideal candidate for my "retirement commune" group home.

Folly Quarter Manor circa 1936

YOWZA! Apparently just down the road is "one of the most spectacular properties in the Mid Atlantic states". Who knew? It's called Folly Quarter Manor and it was built by the owners of Pimlico and is part of the Doughregan Manor Farm, owned by Charles Carroll, signer of the Dec. of Independence. Amazing 54+ ac. of pristine pastures, horse barns, guest cottage, pool & tennis, out buildings to complement the world class residence of 8000 sq.ft of luxury. 6 bedrooms. 5 full baths plus 3 partial baths. 6 fireplaces. Pond and stream. Now just $15,300,000 -- down from $17,000,000.

If you're interested in snapping it up, it's listed by my favorite Historic Real Estate Porn realtor Kimberly Kepnes -- 443-250-4241 - I wonder if she'd let me in to take a peek....

Lauri Mundi - 1847 Antebellum, Aberdeen Mississippi

Okay it IS in Mississippi. But look at it. 5516 square feet. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths. On TWENTY ACRES! All for just $475k. It's got a first floor laundry room, library -- with gorgeous glass door bookcases, 2 car garage, a barn, a sleeping porch (cool!), 6 inch original heartpine floors, ornate moldings on the first floor. Even central air. Plus there's a guess house and a 2 stall horse stable. If it had a pool it would be perfect.