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Look at this sweet old stone cottage! Located in Granby, Connecticut, this dwelling was built in 1932 by a wealthy Hartford businessman for use as a servants' quarters. The domestic staff stayed here while the wealthy family took up residence in a larger home nearby. This rural, hilly area of Granby was a favorite of... Continue Reading →
Welcome to the Colonel George Gillespie Home in Limestone, Tennessee. Dating back to the 1780's, this home is unique because it was one of the first stone houses built in Tennessee and is subsequently listed in the National Registry of Historic Houses. George Gillespie II came to the American Colonies in 1744, at the age... Continue Reading →
This historic farmhouse in Malvern, Pennsylvania has been expanded throughout the years to create a stunning blend of new and old. Known as "Les Petits Bois" because in the 1800's, a French professor created the first addition to the original 1730's stone home. In the 1990's, Peter Zimmerman Architects seamlessly blended the most recent addition.... Continue Reading →
Look at these two historic beauties for sale in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania! The official address is: Corner Of Rt 23 And Pawlings Road You know they're old when the address is a crossroads. Both of these structures were built in the 1700's, and the listing claims that General Howe of the British Army stayed here... Continue Reading →
