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$800,000
Sold on 9/29/23
Beds |
Baths |
Sq. Ft. |
Taxes |
Built |
6 |
3.00 |
0 |
0 |
1898 |
On the market:
142 days
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A rare opportunity to own the Smathers-Gautier-Messer house c 1898,
the best example of high, academic Queen Anne architecture in WNC! 30 mi SW of
Asheville, nestled between 2 mountain ranges, this architectural masterpiece has
played a starring role in the life of this Smoky Mountain town, The frame, central-mass
house has a high hipped roof, and multi-storied projecting bays. 3-story octagonal
towers flank the façade. Light cascades through wavy glass windows revealing a
Colonial Revival staircase, paneled wainscoting, pocket doors, plaster medallions, and
9 fireplaces embellished with Italian tile and mirrored overmantels. The deep wrap-
around porch is the perfect place to host an evening soiree, or to simply relax
and listen to the crickets serenading the starry sky. En-Suite BR on main, 4 BRs with
shared bath upstairs. Attic & fairytale turrets could be added sf! Site includes barn,
pasture, & small cottage. Showings by appointment with listing agent only.
Listing courtesy of Cate Scales, Nest Realty Asheville