510 W Sevier St, Benton, AR 72015

The Smith House located in the heart of Downtown Benton was built in 1885. It is distinguished by its Queen Anne accents like stained glass, ginger bread trim and wrap around porch. The front landscaping is well lighted and features bricks reclaimed from under the house. A gas lantern leads guests through the circa 1900 Eastlake style front door. Once inside you will notice the foyer features a grand staircase with a hidden door bookcase and reading nook. Downstairs you will find twelve foot high ceilings throughout. Elaborate panel work and crown mouldings adorn the front three rooms. Some of the houses 136 year old floors remain. Details like the original door bell, antique lighting, push button light switches, and functioning transom windows give the house a nostalgic feel. The first floor master suite features large stained glass windows, a fireplace, built in window seat, and ship lap ceiling. The master suite is equipped with a huge walk in closet. It features multiple tiered clothes rods, built in dressers, shoe shelves, hidden ironing board, make up vanity, and a large mirror. The master bathroom has a 1920s feel with modern touches. It retains an original claw foot tub, custom shower and large double sink vanity. The living room features tin ceilings, bookcases, a fireplace with window seat, stained glass windows, and custom panel work. Through a set of original french doors the kitchen sits adjacent to the living room. All the custom cabinetry was designed based off the houses original shaker style cabinets while having modern soft close hinges. The cabinets feature reclaimed rustic wood from the house. The kitchen's high coffered ceiling is complimented with an antique French beam light. There are all new over sized built in appliances and quartz counter tops. The butler's pantry has tons of storage with a sink, built in microwave and mini fridge. Off to the side of the kitchen there is a breakfast room with original cabinetry. A brick floor leads through the kitchen towards a second staircase and laundry room. Upstairs you find a second master suite and three other bedrooms. There are a total of four bedrooms and three full bathrooms upstairs. Off the back of the house there is a large deck/patio with built in seating. The back yard is fully fenced. There is a large three car garage with an apartment on the second floor. All the house's water, gas, sewer, electric and HVAC systems have been replaced. The Smith House features the reliability of a new home with old house charm.