Historic House Listings

“The Hippie Hideaway”, Circa 1919. Over one acre in North Carolina. $150,000

August 6, 2020

This house has a bit of an artistic feel to it! Known as the Hippie Hideaway. This home was built n 1919. It is located on 1.45 acres in Grantsboro, North Carolina. The home has a detached garage, a greenhouse and a lean to. The owner is also selling her profitable boat repair business. Three bedrooms, one bathroom, and 1,410 square feet. $150,000

Contact Lori Smith with Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage: 910-817-4056

From the Zillow listing:

 

GATHER HERE WITH A GRATEFUL HEART If you want a house with character look no further! This charming red house, built in 1919, is a rare gem for anyone looking for a private respite where they can feel truly at home. Affectionately dubbed ‘The Hippie Hideaway, this unique home is just over 1,400 square feet and boasts a library, separate dining room, and large kitchen that looks into the living room! The library could easily be converted into your next office, craft room or play room! Painted in neutral grays with all new LVP throughout this house feels light and airy, while cozy elements like early 20th century architectural details, ship lap walls, bookshelves and a wood stove with a brick backdrop make you feel right at home. This is not your ordinary property: it is a true original. The owner has taken great pains to ensure this isn’t your typical ‘builder beige’/’cookie-cutter’ offering. Situated on the 1.45 acre lot is a detached garage (currently being used for an inflatable boat repair business), a woodshed, a lean-to, a greenhouse, and a covered area that can be screened in for outdoor entertaining. The backyard is wooded on 3 sides, and has a ginormous fire pit…PERFECT for those who appreciate privacy, and having room to roam. The owner is also selling her established and profitable boat repair business and will provide free training during the transition period. At this time repairs are handled by appointment only, so you can set your own schedule and choose when you’d like to be available. Not only does this occupation allow for social distancing it’s a lovely way to rake in some dough towards the mortgage! If you are looking for a unique home, tucked away in the country with room to ramble, get creative and be free this home is right for you! (Property to be Sold As Is)

 

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