Porter Hall: 706 Drake Ave., Centerville
- Features
- Interior
- Exterior
Porter Hall, 1920¿s architectural landmark on The National Register of Historic Places, is located on Centerville¿s Drake Avenue, and within walking distance to the Historical Business District on the town square. Drake Avenue is home to many extraordinary turn of the century homes including the remarkable Shoppes at Bradley Hall, formally know as the Drake Mansion.
This impressive tudor features 4 bedrooms, 4 ½ bathrooms (3 bedrooms come complete with an en suite bathroom),formal dining room, living room, den, and a completely renovated kitchen. One of the homes most inviting features would be the two fireplaces, the original uniquely tiled fireplace in the living room and the outdoor fireplace in the sunroom. There is an entire 3rd floor of this home with endless potential. The original garage has an attic that can be used for storage or easily finished for even more possible living space.
The quality of craftsmanship &characteristic details can be found through out this home. Brilliant refinished hardwood floors, original doors & woodwork, gorgeous built-ins, and the striking main staircase are all classic examples of period craftsmanship. You¿ll find more character in Porter Hall¿s entryway than you¿ll find in most modern homes.
In addition to the newly renovated kitchen the owners have made bathroom updates, plumbing & electrical improvements, installed a dually zoned high efficiency heating and cooling system, completed interior/exterior painting, and landscaping.
Porter Hall, with all its charm and historical significance & setting would make the perfect bed & breakfast with its 3 suites ready to be filled with happy guest. Whether you envision it as a bed & breakfast or a family home if you appreciate history, uniqueness, and fine craftsmanship you won¿t find a better example than Porter Hall. Call today for a private tour. This is your chance. www.706DrakeAvenue.com
This impressive tudor features 4 bedrooms, 4 ½ bathrooms (3 bedrooms come complete with an en suite bathroom),formal dining room, living room, den, and a completely renovated kitchen. One of the homes most inviting features would be the two fireplaces, the original uniquely tiled fireplace in the living room and the outdoor fireplace in the sunroom. There is an entire 3rd floor of this home with endless potential. The original garage has an attic that can be used for storage or easily finished for even more possible living space.
The quality of craftsmanship &characteristic details can be found through out this home. Brilliant refinished hardwood floors, original doors & woodwork, gorgeous built-ins, and the striking main staircase are all classic examples of period craftsmanship. You¿ll find more character in Porter Hall¿s entryway than you¿ll find in most modern homes.
In addition to the newly renovated kitchen the owners have made bathroom updates, plumbing & electrical improvements, installed a dually zoned high efficiency heating and cooling system, completed interior/exterior painting, and landscaping.
Porter Hall, with all its charm and historical significance & setting would make the perfect bed & breakfast with its 3 suites ready to be filled with happy guest. Whether you envision it as a bed & breakfast or a family home if you appreciate history, uniqueness, and fine craftsmanship you won¿t find a better example than Porter Hall. Call today for a private tour. This is your chance. www.706DrakeAvenue.com
- Lot Size: 85 x 165
- Type: Single Family Residential for Sale
- Floors: Two or More Stories
- Parking/Garage: 1
- Bedrooms: 4
- Baths: 4
- Half Baths: 1
- Square Feet: 2,852
- Year Built: 1924
- School District: Centerville
- Net Taxes: $3,022
- Basement
- Central Air
- Den/Office
- Dining Room
- Fireplace
- Forced Air
- Hardwood Floors
- Main Floor Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Balcony
- Landscaping
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