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A Nationally Registered Historic Home in Stout, OH, once the home of a legendary stallion whose legacy inspired the Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe Mirage model, has galloped its way to the top of the week’s most popular homes list.
Built in 1927, The Selby 100 Mile House boasts 5,900 square feet of luxurious details that include marble, hardwood, and ceramic floors, three fireplaces, a commercial-style chef’s kitchen, a wood-clad library with built-in bookcases, and a grand dining room designed for entertaining.
The 37-room mansion overlooking the Ohio River was originally built for Portsmouth, NH, businessman Charles D. Scudder and later owned by Arabian horse breeder Roger Selby.
It is currently being operated as Mirage Champagne Bar, but could be used as a private residence or rental property.
Also grabbing attention this week are an earth-sheltered residence in Tennessee, an inexpensive storybook home in Minnesota, and a newly renovated tiny home in North Carolina.
10. 710 Willey District Rd, Cherryfield, ME
Price: $99,900
Why it’s here: It’s an adorable and affordable wood-shingled cottage listed for under $100,000!
The tiny residence built in 1900 has just 669 square feet of space and features a first-floor living room and dining area with hardwood floors. A cute kitchen has plenty of cabinet space. Two bedrooms can be found upstairs.
Located on nearly 1 acre near the Canadian border, the wooded lot is less than an hour away from Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park.
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9. 70 Pippens Rd, Mangham, LA
Price: $16,300,000
Why it’s here: This “executive lodge” sitting on 816 sprawling acres comes with a trophy whitetail deer operation and tillable farmland. It is also Louisiana‘s most expensive listing.
Built in 2015, the turnkey estate boasts a five-bedroom residence with pecky cypress wood, custom cabinetry, five modernized bathrooms, and two levels of wraparound porches to soak in the wildlife views. Other highlights include a workshop, a waterfall feature, a security camera system, and whole-house generator.
The property is “enrolled in long-term Conservation Program contracts, with guaranteed payments through 2029,” according to the listing. It could also be used for wedding and event hosting or corporate retreats for additional income.
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8. 55 Zeb Cove Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME
Price: $15,000,000
Why it’s here: This 7,600-square-foot mansion was built on the lot where Hollywood actress Bette Davis once had a house.
The five-bedroom residence dubbed Seascape was built in 2002 after Davis’ house was razed, but is still known locally as the Bette Davis House. A curved kitchen surrounded by windows has breathtaking Atlantic Ocean views. Other highlights include a living room with stone fireplace, a dining room with French glass doors that lead outside, a grand library with exquisite millwork, and an upstairs primary suite with oceanfront terrace.
Numerous balconies and covered porches overlook the 7.94-acre property that also has a two-bedroom carriage house.
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7. 3482 Forty Forks Rd, Bethel Springs, TN
Price: $750,000
Why it’s here: It’s an earth-sheltered residence with two oversized workshops nestled on 38.84 acres of privacy.
Built in 2010, the remodeled three-bedroom bunker boasts an open floor plan with arched ceilings. Found throughout the 3,024-square-foot interior are a modern kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, a sun-soaked living area, and a primary bedroom with sliding barn doors.
The spacious lot also has four patios, a fruit orchard and vegetable garden, stocked pond, boat dock, and a four-car garage with electric car hookup.
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6. 409 Michigan Ave W, Walker, MN
Price: $239,900
Why it’s here: It’s an inexpensive storybook home with many period details still left intact.
Built in 1940, the three-bedroom whimsical residence with steep roofline boasts an arched front door, original hardwood floors, exposed beams, built-ins, and an original brick fireplace. An upstairs loft has been transformed into a spacious primary suite. A home theater and recording studio can be found on the lower level.
The property is also zoned for commercial use, offering a unique work-from-home opportunity.
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5. 69 Terra Cotta Rd, West Milford, NJ
Price: $322,900
Why it’s here: It’s a reasonably priced, log cabin-style home located in the Lakeside Community of Greenwood Lake.
The two-bedroom retreat boasts a wood-clad interior with two-story living room featuring cathedral ceilings, wood-burning stove, and loft upstairs. An updated kitchen leads out to an oversized deck. It also has a walkout lower level.
Community amenities include access to the lake, a beach, water sports, and a clubhouse.
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4. 465 County Road 3330, Omaha, TX
Price: $1,249,000
Why it’s here: This southwestern-inspired, midcentury luxury ranch sits on 50.48 acres that include a greenhouse with potting room and a private 6-acre pond with boat dock.
Built in 1967, the 6,000-square-foot residence boasts vaulted wood ceilings, Mexican tile floors, exposed beams, and oversized windows, providing a seamless transition to the outdoor space. A grand living room has a wood-burning fireplace. Other highlights include a built-in bar, a large kitchen with lots of cabinetry, and a primary bedroom with private terrace overlooking the pond.
A bonus room off the garage could be transformed into a guest suite.
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3. 50 Moonshine Rdg, Bryson City, NC
Price: $169,900
Why it’s here: This newly renovated, one-bedroom residence being offered “fully stocked” and furnished is small on space and also on price. It is currently being used as a short-term rental property.
The 384-square-foot Smoky Mountains retreat boasts wood-clad walls and hardwood floors. The cozy living room has a gas log stove, and the bedroom has exposed beam ceilings.
A wraparound deck has a hot tub to soak in serene views of the wooded lot.
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2. 970 Us 321 Business Highway S, Winnsboro, SC
Price: $395,800
Why it’s here: Attention investors: This historic home with antebellum architecture is zoned for both residential and commercial use.
Built in 1850, the four-bedroom residence known as Sweetbriar is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Double sweeping exterior staircases lead to the 3,016-square-foot interior filled with period details. Historic highlights include preserved hardwood floors, a wood-paneled library, and nine fireplaces.
A back deck overlooks the 4.5-acre private lot.
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1. 4866D US #52, Stout, OH 45684
Price: $1,250,000
Why it’s here: The Selby 100 Mile House is the former home of the legendary stallion Mirage, whose legacy inspired a Rolls-Royce model.
Once the grounds of Arabian horse breeding, the historic estate built in 1927 could be used as a private residence or rental property. The 5,900-square-foot interior features hardwood, marble, and ceramic floors, three fireplaces, a commercial-style kitchen with checkerboard flooring and built-in bar, a sunroom, and a wood-clad library. An arched walkway leads out to a covered patio overlooking the Ohio River.
The 11.29-acre riverfront estate also has a two-car garage with separate apartment for extended family or guests.
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