Historic House Listings

The Shawhouse, Circa 1888. Over one acre in NC with fruit trees! $499,900

April 7, 2023

So much to love with this one! Including established fruit trees and blueberry/blackberry bushes. The Shawhouse was built in 1888. It is located on 1.16 acres in Shawboro, North Carolina. The home features a covered front porch, some original hardwood floors, wide baseboards, wainscoting, chair rails and crown moulding. The cupola was once used as Colonel Shaw’s astronomy room! Three bedrooms, three bathrooms and 3,133 square feet. $499,900

Contact Denise Hare with Howard Hanna: 252-619-4339

From the Zillow listing:

 

Welcome Home! The Shawhouse built in 1888, sits on 1.16 acres and is a homesteaders paradise! You’ll love the 12ft ceilings, oversized rooms & modern amenities: the Rinnai tankless water heater, custom closets, speaker system throughout & new hardwood flooring w/ 3/4 in. subflooring. The well-appointed kitchen offers a 6-burner Thermador stove w/ 2 ovens & a 2-drawer dishwasher. The cupula was once used as Colonel Shaw’s astronomy room! In addition to the main home, there are 2 sheds & an apartment with separate septic and meter above the 4 bay (heated & cooled) garage/workshop. Perfect for private in-law suite or rental. Many fruit bearing trees planted about 3 years ago ( Apple, Pear & Plum). Also , multiple raised beds started with cabbage, collards, peas & garlic. Herb, strawberry, blueberry and raspberry gardens are also established.

 

 

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