Description
HISTORIC KINGSPORT HOME - IN LOVE WITH YESTERYEAR? Built in 1923, this exceptional home comes with a history as colorful as its beautiful setting in prestigious Fairacres. This 15 room, 6 BR, 3.5 bath monument to American artisans has been maintained with love and integrity so as not to detract from the elegance of its design. There's a parlor, formal and informal rooms, a lovely kitchen, 8 double french doors, large 3rd story living space (where past owners had dances) an unfinished basement and detached carriage house/garage/garden shed. The grounds and lovely patio are so private with mature trees and plenty of room for outdoor enjoyment and entertaining. You will appreciate the gleaming original wood and generously proportioned rooms, exquisite detailing throughout the one of a kind home. The elegance of a time when life centered on home and family can be yours for the future. If you are a ROMANTIC in love with yesteryear you can appreciate the almost 100 years of living that has given this home it's unique charm and warmth. This property seems to echo centuries of laughter and happiness. You can return to a quieter and gentler place here. You must see this special home, your family deserves it. 1150 Watauga has been on the Tour of Homes, Featured in magazines and received the city beautification award. Location can't be beat, walk to all the fun happenings downtown, near hospital, churches, shopping and the children can walk to school. You are a very short drive to Tri-Cities airport, I-81 and I-26, 5 area lakes for boating and fishing, 7 local golf courses, many walking/hiking and biking trails and beautiful views of the mountains and forest of NE Tennessee. You are an easy drive to Knoxville, Nashville, Ashville, the Smokeys and just 6hrs. from the SC/NC ocean areas. You will enjoy the relaxed, easy, slow pace lifestyle of Kingsport and the surrounding towns. We offer 4 perfect seasons and many local arts, music and craft festivals throughout the year.
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6BEDS
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1ACRES
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3BATHS
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11/2 BATHS
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4,108SQFT
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$103$/SQFT
School Information
Description
HISTORIC KINGSPORT HOME - IN LOVE WITH YESTERYEAR? Built in 1923, this exceptional home comes with a history as colorful as its beautiful setting in prestigious Fairacres. This 15 room, 6 BR, 3.5 bath monument to American artisans has been maintained with love and integrity so as not to detract from the elegance of its design. There's a parlor, formal and informal rooms, a lovely kitchen, 8 double french doors, large 3rd story living space (where past owners had dances) an unfinished basement and detached carriage house/garage/garden shed. The grounds and lovely patio are so private with mature trees and plenty of room for outdoor enjoyment and entertaining. You will appreciate the gleaming original wood and generously proportioned rooms, exquisite detailing throughout the one of a kind home. The elegance of a time when life centered on home and family can be yours for the future. If you are a ROMANTIC in love with yesteryear you can appreciate the almost 100 years of living that has given this home it's unique charm and warmth. This property seems to echo centuries of laughter and happiness. You can return to a quieter and gentler place here. You must see this special home, your family deserves it. 1150 Watauga has been on the Tour of Homes, Featured in magazines and received the city beautification award. Location can't be beat, walk to all the fun happenings downtown, near hospital, churches, shopping and the children can walk to school. You are a very short drive to Tri-Cities airport, I-81 and I-26, 5 area lakes for boating and fishing, 7 local golf courses, many walking/hiking and biking trails and beautiful views of the mountains and forest of NE Tennessee. You are an easy drive to Knoxville, Nashville, Ashville, the Smokeys and just 6hrs. from the SC/NC ocean areas. You will enjoy the relaxed, easy, slow pace lifestyle of Kingsport and the surrounding towns. We offer 4 perfect seasons and many local arts, music and craft festivals throughout the year.
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