Historic House Listings

Sold. Great home! Has guest cottage. Circa 1875. Over 1/2 acre in Alabama. $324,900

September 17, 2019

Love this exterior style! Great wrap around porch. This home was built in 1875. It is located on .72 acres in Wetumpka, Alabama. The home is known as the Fitzpatrick-Thomas-Hohenberg-Sewel-Box House. The home has been featured in local tours and publications. The property has a guest cottage with 450 square feet. Four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and 4,747 square feet. $345,000 New price: $324,900

From the Zillow listing:

 

This majestic 4 bedroom 2.5 bath queen Anne Victorian is located in desirable West Wetumpka. Situated on .72 +/- acre of grounds on a corner lot, this elegant home is convenient to downtown Wetumpka.  Known as the Fitzpatrick-Thomas-Hohenberg-Sewell-Box House, it has been featured in local historical tours and articles and has been tastefully updated. Stepping up to the front entryway, you will see the expansive covered porch.  As you enter the front door of the home you see the spacious foyer with beautiful wood flooring.  Be prepared to be impressed by the abundant natural light, spaciousness, and the attention to detail in the decorative moldings, stained glass windows, and multiple fireplaces.  Up ahead is the classic staircase to the second story.  Just past the staircase is a half bath adjacent to the back door.  To the left is the main bedroom en-suite, including a private bedroom area, private living area and sun room/den and a gorgeous updated bath with large walk in closet.  To the right is the main living area with plentiful natural light and a distinctive bay window arrangement.  Flowing into the dining area you can imagine enjoying plenty of room for holidays and special gatherings.  The dining room leads to the spacious and updated gourmet kitchen with beautiful slate tile floors, complete with a kitchen island, gas cook top, dual ovens, microwave, and an adjacent breakfast area. From the kitchen, walk out the side door to the back covered porch and deck area, perfect for relaxing or entertaining.  Upstairs is a large landing area and three large, bright and cheerful bedrooms.  The full upstairs bath includes a claw foot tub, pedestal sink, and a separate tiled shower area.  Ample parking accommodations in the paved driveway, detached garage, and carport. In addition to the main house, this property has a two room cottage (approximately 448 square feet) with a half bath that could be the perfect studio or office. Schedule your personal tour today!

 

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