This Italian Renaissance residence is built the way homes should be...like a fortress! New roof inn 2015. Built by Pharmacist/owner Bert Houseworth in 1923,replacing a home that was lived in by some of Elkhart's leading entrepreneurs. Own a piece of property that overlooks the river and the trianglar park dedicated to Elkhart founder Beardsley. This elegant home will delight you from the moment you walk into the stately foyer and open staircase, also a closed vestibule entry. Large living room with fireplace and sun room, dining room, original butlers pantry,custom cherry kitchen cabinetry and corian countertops, a breakfast room with access to a brick patio. The upstairs has 4 large bedrooms and 2 full baths one with a jacuzzi tub. All original hardwood floors under the carpeting and tile. New double pane Champion windows and a new roof in 2015. New dishwasher and AC, two laundry rooms(one on second floor and one in basement) with all 4 appliances staying. New lights and ceiling fans throughout the home. The basement is large with seven different rooms. The 5th bedroom there with new egress windows could also be used as a large family room. The basement also has a large carpeted playroom with a cedar closet and could be used as a 6th bedroom. The grounds have a circular drive with a rear attached garage and new landscaping. A privacy fence across the back. So much beautiful detail in this well appointed home. Sellers are leaving the original blueprints, an original watercolor painting, and framed photos of the original owners the Houseworths.
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