History of Grandeur

By Lisa J. Gotto | Interior Photography by A Digital Mind

This historic home was built at the turn of the 20th century and from all accounts has been a property of significance and distinction in the picturesque town of Denton ever since.

The home’s new owners will fortunately get a glimpse of what living at that time felt like, as most of the home’s finer enhancements and details have been lovingly maintained well over a hundred years.

Listing Agent: Tricia Wilson; Chaney Homes; 206 Old Love Point Road, Stevensville; m. 410-404-2033; o. 443-249-7653; tricia@chaneyhomes.com; chaneyhomes. com Buyers’

Agent: Robert Lacaze; TTR Sotheby’s International Realty; 17 Goldsborough Street, Easton; m. 410-310-7835; o. 410-673-3344; rob.lacaze@ sothebysrealty. com; sothebysrealty.com

Striking and statesman-like can best describe the exterior of this Greek Revival-style home that sits on nearly an acre-and-a-half of land. Upon approach, guests will note an elegant front porch highlighted with six soaring, majestic white columns and other stellar architectural details that clearly set it apart, some reminiscent of details found on America’s White House.

A set of stately wood doors made of cypress with upper glass panel inserts are warmly welcoming, and transport guests into a grand center hall entry that features the initial glimpses of the entirety of the home’s original hardwood floors. Dramatic 12-foot ceilings lend to the air of elegance, as do elements of the entry’s leaded glass transom and sidelights, chair railing, and period chandeliers and other lighting. Dual seating parlors are situated on either side of the foyer, each with its own antique style fireplace.

A spacious, formal dining room stuns with its gorgeous hardwoods, two, built-in corner cupboards, and another uniquely detailed wood-burning fireplace. The adjacent kitchen has been updated with its major appliances, fixtures, and an added center island, but retains its Old-World charm with its cabinetry and original doors. A morning room, sunroom, and butler’s pantry with sink and prep area are located just steps from the main kitchen.

The new homeowners will have the convenience of a large, main level primary suite with a private bath that has updated with a modern vanity and large shower.

Primary Structure Built: 1900

Sold For: $908,000

Original List Price: $925,000

Bedrooms: 6

Baths: 4 Full, 1 Half

Living Space: 6.747 Sq. Ft.

Lot Size: 1.44 acres

The remainder of the home’s six bedrooms are located on the upper levels accessed via a vintage period staircase. Upon arrival to this floor, guests are greeted to the beauty of a series of lead paned windows with stained glass inserts that may even portray the likenesses and family crests of this property’s original owners.

On this level, guests will find another open foyer set on either side with two spacious bedrooms, and the home’s second primary suite that stretches the length of the back of the house. This room includes a sunny sitting room or office space, and a private bath. French doors open to a small, second-level balcony that peeks out from under the impressive covered front porch.

The home’s third level boasts two additional large living spaces perfect for a playroom, additional family room, office, or exercise room helping to make this special property a home of unmatched style and substance.