How about that staircase! The Albemarle Inn was built in 1909. It is located on .73 acres in Asheville, North Carolina. This was originally the home of Doctor Carl V. Reynolds. This was his private home until 1920 and it then became the Grove Park School for Girls. The home has original hardwood floors, oak staircase and pocket doors. The home is situated just two minutes from downtown Asheville and the Grove Park Inn. Twelve bedrooms, thirteen bathrooms, and 8,256 square feet. $2,600,000
Contact Holly Martin with Premier Sotheby’s International Realty: 828-768-3282
From the Zillow listing:
Own a piece of Asheville’s rich history with this stunning Neoclassical Revival home listed on the National Register of Historic places. Built in 1909 by local physician Dr. Carl V. Reynolds, this stunning building was his personal residence until 1920, when the property was sold and run as the Grove Park School for Girls and later becoming a boarding house. Impressive Corinthian columns adorn the wide stone veranda which evoke the image of a Southern Mansion. Meticulous craftsmanship is seen throughout from the oak paneled grand staircase, expansive pocket doors and ornate details. In the 1980 the property became the Albemarle Inn, a luxurious Bed & Breakfast, which is still in operation today. Renowned Hungarian Composer, Bela Bartok was a guest in 1943 during which time he composed the “Asheville Concerto” Come experience the grandeur and enjoy the daily reposes inside as well as out in the breathtaking gardens. Located 2 miles from downtown and minutes from the Grove Park Inn.
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