Main House at Lake Manse c 1840 , Albion NY

This house would almost make braving the winters north of Buffalo bearable. The Main House at Lake Manse is a cobblestone home that was built in the early 1840’s by Nathaniel Lake, completed in 1846. Situated on 7.8 acres along the historic Erie Canal, (wonder if it has a view?) the exterior of the house is a unique combination of small round and oval cobbles laid five courses to the quoin height, and a lower area of herringbone cobbles. The mortar joints are beaded, and the side friezes have cast iron grills. The quoins and the step areas are sandstone. It has 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and 1 half bath. Has "ripple glass" and "old wood windows" - yay! Total living area is 2,280 sq. ft. There are six outbuildings including an 1865 stone smokehouse and a restored two story stone barn. The grounds include a 44 x 20 in-ground pool. At just $280k it could be a fabulous weekend getaway home.

Early 1800's Federal Home, Beaver, Pennsylvania

I always thought that if I'd move back near home I'd live in an old house that fronted on the Ohio River in Beaver, Pennsylvania, but this one could tempt me to change my mind. Located on 5.7 private, picturesque acres, this handsome home is thought to have been built at the turn of the 18th century -- when the area was mostly inhabited by Indians and a few settlers. I might just have to do a little research to find out just who built this rather substantial home out in the wilderness. The home features
3 bedrooms. The master looks HUGE. 2 full baths and one half bath. Fabulous kitchen A number of fireplace. Tons of rustic early American charm -- and all decorated with period antiques, which I'd image don't convey. Especially since they're only asking $415,000. Magnificent.

c. 1864 Castle, Cincinnati, Ohio

Well you don't come across castles for sale in America too often --- especially in Ohio. But if you want to be lord of the manor along the Ohio River in Cincinnati, this is probably the only place you can do it. Named "Oakwood", this Norman Romanesque mansion was built between 1859 and 1864. Have to do more research to find out by who -- but whew, he must have had big bucks. The place has 6 bedrooms. 4 full baths and 1 half bath and 8,800 square feet of space on an itty-bitty 1.6 acre lot. Didn't have room to show the kitchen but it's VERY nice. If you've got a big job in Cincinnati and want to live like a king, bring your check book and snap it up for just $2,100,000.

"Hickory" 1780 Colonial in Woodbine, MD

The ad invites you to "step back in time to Colonial Tidewater and experience the authentic charm of “Hickory” with all the modern comforts of today. This c1780 home, which is listed on the National Register, was carefully relocated to a prime Howard County lot and lovingly restored to it’s former glory in the Bi-Centennial year of 1976." Hmmm I didn't know they had moved it.

At any rate it's said the renovations maintain the charm and integrity of the original structure, but allow for such upgrades as a beautiful gourmet kitchen, up-dated bathrooms, and even a theater room on the lower level! The workmanship that went into renovating this historic masterpiece included strict attention to critical details such as the original 9 1/2x 9 1/2“x36’ beams, and original solid hardwood floors and doors, dual 30’ brick fireplaces, carpenter-style locks, beveled glass panes in windows, and original chandeliers! The up-dates blend subtly to combine old charm with comfortable living. Separate guest home, detached and improved 3-car garage, and backyard fire-pit overlooking vast preservation farmland grace this 5.8 acre estate. The cost of watching the sun go down and the moon rise in cozy privacy? $949K A little spendy if you ask me.....

Love Among the Ruins - Mich House, New Orleans, LA.

A Hurricane Katrina refugee, this early 1900's "camelback" home -- (looks like a Creole Cottage to me )-- is located on a DOUBLE LOT at 616-618 Caffin Avenue in the historic district of Holy Cross. Although it looks small it contains approximately 2,800 square feet and although it's in need of a lot of TLC much of the original woodwork, doors and other architectural details remain intact and restorable. The first owner is listed as Henry Misch, a salesman. Mr. Misch eventually changed his profession to a florist and ran that business out of the house. The property was sold and the 618 side was used as the site of the new owner's ceramic shop, called the "Ceramic Shop" and the "Earth, Fire Shop" In August 2005 the property suffered damage as a result of Hurricane Katrina, and sold in January 2009 to the Preservation Resource Center of New Orleans. The large double lot is perfect for entertaining, and once was the site of a florist's greenhouse. Its arched gable window and double iron gate are stored in the PRC's warehouse. No fixed price on the listing.... going to have to research the neighborhood -- but the large lot is a BIG bonus. Hmmmm. Now I'm hungry for a muffaletta.

Isn't it Lovely? 1860 Italianate, Nelliston, New York

Nestled in a quaint, historic Mohawk Valley village, this gracious brick Victorian Italianate mansion was built by the gentlemen the town is named after. In addition to six bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, this airy two story home features nearly 13 foot ceilings, crown moldings, a butler’s pantry off the dining room, a cozy pantry off kitchen, a conservatory extending off the parlor and living room, 9 ft. windows and so much more. Although it only has 1.5 acres of property, the views seem pretty wide open and spectacular. I really like the feel of this one. And for a 6,600 square foot mansion listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it's really quite reasonable at just $395,000. Too bad it's up in the serious snowbelt. But for that price, one might be able to also have a condo or a cottage down south......


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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?