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177 Elsie Drive Kearneysville, WV 25430 Municipality: Arden District
Single Family
Residence
4
Beds
2
Baths
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Bed/Bath
3,109
Sq. Ft.
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Price Improvement! Historic Home with private trails to Opequon Creek! Sale includes 2 Lots totaling 10 acres with an upper level turnkeyÂAirbnb. Includes use of 5 acre common lot with pavilion, picnic tables and grill. Also area to input tubes, kayaks etc. Lot's to love! An enchanting, belove...d and historic 1780âs 2 story brick homestead, w hand hewn log sections added ca. 1795-1800, & a spacious third addition w custom stone faced exterior added by current owner, designed thoughtfully w respect for the architecturally rich legacy, ambiance and tradition this heart warming 4 bdrm, two full bath homestead offers. The property includes two stunning lots totaling 10 luscious acres of mature trees and meadows, hay fields, raised bed gardens, trails down to the Opequon for fishing and more, well built chicken coop, storage sheds, an enormous barn to restore, and an agricultural /commercial designation which qualifies for a 50% discount on R/E taxes. The original Ownerâs log cabin sits next to the home, where he lived while building it with the bricks he made on the property. A sense of the homeâs history is clearly felt and honored here w/ sweet outdoor spaces nestled among trees and wildflowers galore. A delight for the senses and a truly serene retreat. This distinctive home on the National Historic Register has been lovingly maintained w many original features; tall Cross & Bible front door w forged iron strap hinges, working fireplaces, wood stoves & charming hearths in most of the rooms, wide plank hardwood flooring, exposed beams & custom brick archways, horse hair plaster, wide moulding, a standing seam roof recently repainted, all harmoniously integrated for a feeling of home for family & friends, built for gracious entertaining in the heart of a country estate blessed w a rich history like no other. The orig front transom door comes into a central hall foyer w/ coat racks and handsome wood stairs w/under stair storage. To the right, the main level primary bdrm has tall ceilings, plenty of extra space for lounging reading or writing areas, built in closets, & access to a full bath w claw foot tub/shower, radiant heat in floor, a bump out mini greenhouse window, tile flooring & pedestal sink. To the left is the inviting living room w/ its wood stove and hearth, leading further into the formal dining room w/ its exposed logs and wood beams. Many beautiful handcrafted details and builtins are enjoyed in this homeâs freshly painted interior. The stunningly landscaped and hardscaped main entrance, incl gently winding, wide custom brick pathway, a rock sculpture fountain among multiple gloriously flowering gardens, leads to to a wide covered sitting porch for sunrise viewing and into the wonderful âwelcomingâ room ,( in which the owners had set up a beverage bar,) featuring sink, Wilson Fine Art faux granite counters and frig, mud room, laundry space and designed to precede the gorgeous custom fan shaped brick steps into an enormous âopen conceptâ custom built Kitchen, dining and great room w/built in bench seating, traditional raised hearth fireplace w woodstove, an 6 burner gas Viking stove & ovens w grill, an abundance of attractive cabinetry, a large center island w separate sink, long counters w farm sink. A bright kitchen every gourmet cook will love as the heart of this fascinating home. Attractive wrap around wood decking leads from the home to a two car detached garage, while two newer oversized Lennox heat pumps serve well the homeâs AC and heating needs. Two cellars w ext access offer extra storage space. A rare offering and opportunity to live in an extraordinary one of a kind historic home on a blissful 10 acre country estate which affords recreation, nearby bike trails, incredible views, yet a short drive to Shepherdstown, Harpers Ferry and all services. Additional sale without 2nd lot available.
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MLS#
WVBE2029786
Property Type
Single Family
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2 Full
Year Built
1780
HOA Fee
$150
Annually
Square Feet
3,109
sq. ft
Price per Sq. Ft.
$297.52
Lot Size
10
Sewer
Septic
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