Historic House Listings

Stately home! Circa 1914. One acre in North Carolina. $200,000

October 9, 2025

This is a big house! Stately looking! The house was built in 1914. It is located on 1.06 acres in Bethel, North Carolina. The house features towering columns, wide wrap around porch, intricate millwork, original mantels, sweeping staircase, stained glass, ceiling medallions and wainscoting. This beauty is waiting for someone to restore it to its full grandeur. There is a detached garage on the property. Five bedrooms, three bathrooms and 3,500 square feet. $250,000 New price: $225,000 New price: $200,000

Contact Kevin Lee with Lee and Harrell Real Estate Professionals: 252-327-9668

From the Zillow listing:

 

A Timeless Treasure with Classic Elegance Step back in time and experience the charm of this stately home—a distinguished example of Neo-Classical Revival architecture. From its grand wrap-around porch to its soaring ceilings and intricate original details, this residence exudes character and grace. Inside, you’ll find spacious rooms adorned with original crown and chair rail moldings, gleaming stained glass windows, and elegant pocket doors. The main floor offers a desirable primary bedroom suite with a private full bath, a formal dining room showcasing more original stained glass, a large kitchen, walk-in pantry, sunroom, laundry room, and a convenient half bath. Upstairs features four additional generously sized bedrooms and another full bath, offering ample space for family or guests. Many major updates have already been addressed, including a dual gas-pack HVAC system and a roof that is less than 10 years old. Outside, enjoy a brick patio perfect for entertaining, along with several useful outbuildings. While the home has incredible bones and much of the heavy lifting has been done, it awaits your personal touch—fresh paint and minor cosmetic updates will easily restore this gem to its full splendor. Homes with this level of architectural integrity and historic value are rare—don’t miss the opportunity to make it your own.

 

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