Built from the local limestone quarry in 1840s, this 5 bedroom, 1 3/4 bath home is waiting for you. Restored to its original grandeur with all the modern amenities (new windows & electrical system, freshly painted with historical colors, refinished hardwood floors, new gutter system 2009). 16" walls leave great window scapes. Large eat-in Kitchen includes island with cooktop, glass doors in cabinets. Just off the Kitchen is the main floor laundry & 3/4 bath. Living Room with bayed window area & Parlor separated by double doors. 9 ft. ceilings in the home. 1 Bedroom on the main floor. 2 staircases up to the other 4 bedrooms & full bath. Second story originally had walkout decks on both East & West sides of the home. 20' x 16' patio on the East for the morning sun, 32' x 16' deck on the West for your afternoon enjoyment. 40' x 60' garage, 180' x 60' shed, 40' x 29' corn crib. Much historical research has been done on this property. The land was originally deeded in 1841. First section of the home believed to have been built right after that, based on the rough-hewn timbers used as support, the original hardware, the rough exterior stone & less ornate woodwork. In the 1850s, the front addition is believed to have been built shortly after the lumber mill & limestone quarry became more "mechanized", with its Victorian hardware dating in the 1850s, more ornate woodwork, machine-milled lumber, and the limestone having more of a square-off edge. Basements under each section of the home. Evidence of 5 different heating systems. Own a part of Ogle County, with its active historical society owning & refurbishing the limestone quarry across the road from this property. The tales of the Underground Railroad, the local Indians, the emergence of the railroad, the Galena Trail, the abundance of State Parks & National Register of Historic Sites makes this a great place to live. Check out www.bwcvb.com for more information on our area.

PROPERTY NUMBER: 12044-09004        PRICED AT: $315,000.00

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