3.39 Acres in Hillsboro, WV - $445,800
The Farmhouse at Locust Creek Covered Bridge. Unique setting on Locust Creek and bordering an Americana icon- a historic covered bridge. A lovely well maintained 3 BR, 2 bath house on 3.39 acres (new survey.) 3 beautiful stone fireplaces, antique southern yellow pine floors and original hardwood floors, fine wood finishes, and quality updates exemplify the owner's care. Floor plan provides farmhouse feel with easy flow for dining and entertaining an access to "wrap around" decks and porches. Upstairs: spacious bedrooms enhanced with nice windows overlooking the property. New well (2025); plex plumbing; new windows; wiring upgrades. 2 story 32 X 24 outbuilding; workshop; metal storage. Fish in Locust Creek, plant a garden, play in the yard, and imagine days gone by. A true WV treasure.
The Farmhouse at Locust Creek is steeped in history. A short distance to the Droop Mt. Battlefield State...
The Farmhouse at Locust Creek is steeped in history. A short distance to the Droop Mt. Battlefield State Park, this property has a local history as a Confederate Hospital. On a clear day, you can see Droop Mountain and imagine the trek thru the fields. The Locust Creek Covered Bridge is on the National Historic Registry and is maintained by the Pocahontas County Historical Society. The owner of the Farmhouse embraced the historical significance of the house and the area; thus, the farmhouse is truly a farmhouse with care for cultural significance of the era and the area.
The following details are highlights of the property:
1. New survey 3.36 acres to convey. The boundary shows the property at the base of the Covered Bridge and includes beautiful Locust Creek. Currently, this is a "no neighbor" property and the footprint suggests there would be minimal opportunity for neighbors. Property is well marked by surveyor.
2. Floor plan- First floor, a true farm side door entry with a wood cook stove (can be purchased) and plenty of room for coats and boots. Kitchen with breakfast nook and open to dining room with fireplace. The double fireplace connects 2 large rooms which are currently living rooms. One room could easily convert to a bedroom. The full bath would be convenient for a bedroom. The front door opens to the foyer, staircase, and the 3 rooms for gatherings.
Upstairs enjoy bedrooms with new windows and a large bedroom with fireplace. Nice bathroom upstairs with soaking tub. The square footage per Matterport virtual tour measurements is 1983 sq ft; the assessor reports 2,210 sq ft.
3. The wrap around deck is positioned for privacy and the best views of rural countryside, Locust Creek, and Locust Creek Covered Bridge. An arch walkway, stone sidewalks, apple, chestnut, and walnut trees plus a grape arbor give a storybook feel to the lovely house.
4. Special features:
a. Wood Beams;
b. concrete basement;
c. side entry has a large hearth stone under the cookstove;
d. galley kitchen with hickory cabinets;
e. 3 fireplaces are propane (dining room has blower) stainless steel liners for chimneys. Could convert to wood, but owner this type for heat. Very warm house. Chimney stones are from Locust Creek.
F. Designed Wall between 2 rooms at the double chimney can be removed to make a complete pass thru from room to room.
g. Smoke detectors are battery operated.
h. Starlink is available for internet. Seller did not have internet. Direct TV and 2 hookups for satellite downstairs.
i. Electric hot water heater 4 years old.
j. Plex plumbing 2001
k. When new siding was installed, insulation added to exterior. House is very warm.
l. Owner will convey the electric furnace which is stored.
m. Outbuildings 2 Story Building 32 X 24, electric but not hooked up; Outbuilding workshop; metal storage
n. Owner reports trout and plenty of wildlife in Locust Creek
o. Items in home can be purchased
p. Towns in proximity: Marlinton-Pocahontas Co seat-25 minutes; Hillsboro-15 minutes, Lewisburg- Greenbrier Co seat-45 minutes; White Sulphur Springs-50 minutes; Snowshoe-Ski resort area 1 hour
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