''The Charles Purcell House''. Commissioned by Mr Purcell for construction in 1888. Built by Cam Davis, cabinet maker at Biltmore Estate. One of 4 homes in town with the river rock stucco exterior. Current owner (2015) is only the 4th owner of the house. The front wrap around porch was completely refinished and partially rebuilt in 2016. Added fans to porch ceiling for sitting comfort. New porch substructure, new boards pieced in and new varnish and stain. Front screen and main doors were stripped and coated in the same varnish stain. Front hallway has classic signature Cam Davis design with columns on fireplace, original tile surround, and beautiful wood work. Hallway walls were stripped to original plaster and coated with clear varnish to show off beautiful designs in the plaster below. 14 total fireplaces. In the kitchen, granite countertops and white kitchen cabinets. Butler's pantry designed to hold your China and memorables. Dining room has a new paint, fireplace, beautiful colors and Mrs Blackwell's chandelier. Front sitting room has new paint, a fireplace, and Mrs Blackwell's original piano. Front family room has beautiful hardwood floors and a fireplace. Behind the family room is a bedroom suite and bathroom with huge walk in closet and stand up shower. Across from this is another guest bathroom with a fireplace. Doors at the end of the hall lead to the screened upper porch. Four bedrooms and a master bed room with bath are downstairs. Permanently mounted book shelves in lower level hallway to store your book collection. Back lower porch leads to the back yard and driveway. Part of the yard is fenced. A beautiful home with lots of Newberry history.
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