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Historic Sherman House, an old inn. Two acres in Kansas. $135,000

June 11, 2025

I like this house! It has nice details inside! Known as the Historic Sherman House, it was an old inn back in the day for weary train travelers. The house was built in 1879. It is located on two acres in Elk Falls, Kansas. The house features a covered front porch, wood floors, french doors, wainscoting and baseboards. The kitchen could use some work. It looks small, unless it’s just camera angles. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms and 2,100 square feet. $135,000

Contact the property owner: 620-332-6659

From the Zillow listing:

 

Historic Sherman House was once a depot hotel. Like a Harvey House in the early 1900’s it housed and fed weary train travelers. Later it has been a BBQ restaurant and B/B. It could be again!!! It is a family home now sitting on approx. 1- and one-half acres with modernization blending very naturally with the unique features of a by gone era. There is something for everybody here young and old alike, with nearby schools and homeschoolers in the area. The Elk Falls community is welcoming and blossoming. Come through the foyer and be impressed with the Victorian style woodwork and depot doors! Two large open rooms adjoining one another can accommodate large eating areas or living areas as you desire. The kitchen is L shaped with a built-in hutch and full-size grill. All updated but retaining its charm of yesteryear. Laundry and pantry are very handy being right off the kitchen. Also, off the kitchen, is a farmhouse styled bedroom with built in closet, barn doors and cabinets. Having an outside door it could be used as an office easily. The bathrooms are downstairs and are complete with beautiful natural stone shower, cast iron bathtub and some antiques. Upstairs walk into a light filled hall with another bedroom on the R- with skylights to enjoy the stars. To your L- is a huge bonus -family room area that can be used as an extra bedroom with up to 5-6 beds and still have a sitting area. It features ample side wall storage and built- in shelving. Outside walk the yard and fill your heart’s desire with gardening and hobby farm ideas. The garage is also a workshop and with 600 sq ft, room for a few toys. We are selling our home and welcome your questions and interest.

 

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