
Description
Historic Home of Van Buren Griggs, The Last of the Market Gunners. The original home burnt in April of 1926 and this home 'The Brunswick" was ordered from Aladdin Readi-Cut kit homes and built-in 1927. The rear addition was added in 1986 by his daughter Libby Maxine Griggs Hickman. The home still has much of the original doors & hardware. Windows were replaced but the hinged eave windows and 5 of the original windows remain stored. Home boasts large rooms throughout w/original closets & lots of storage. 2 Bedrooms down, Foyer, a Formal Living room w/original French Doors & Fireplace & Mantel, Large Dining Room with another fireplace & mantel. The Kitchen & Bath were redone in 80's when the addition was added. 4 bedrooms up w/older bath in need of repair. Recent Central heat on the first floor. Detached Garage/Workshop with lean-to on each side. The acreage is littered with flowers, grapevines, and older plantings. Lots of mature trees including Black Walnut and Longleaf Pines.
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4BEDS
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1.65ACRES
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1BATHS
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01/2 BATHS
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Description
Historic Home of Van Buren Griggs, The Last of the Market Gunners. The original home burnt in April of 1926 and this home 'The Brunswick" was ordered from Aladdin Readi-Cut kit homes and built-in 1927. The rear addition was added in 1986 by his daughter Libby Maxine Griggs Hickman. The home still has much of the original doors & hardware. Windows were replaced but the hinged eave windows and 5 of the original windows remain stored. Home boasts large rooms throughout w/original closets & lots of storage. 2 Bedrooms down, Foyer, a Formal Living room w/original French Doors & Fireplace & Mantel, Large Dining Room with another fireplace & mantel. The Kitchen & Bath were redone in 80's when the addition was added. 4 bedrooms up w/older bath in need of repair. Recent Central heat on the first floor. Detached Garage/Workshop with lean-to on each side. The acreage is littered with flowers, grapevines, and older plantings. Lots of mature trees including Black Walnut and Longleaf Pines.
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