Over 120 years old... by marlboromaam

Over 120 years old...

This old Victorian house sits right off a highway at the bottom of a hill. It sat derelict and empty for many, many years. A bit of a mystery... In the 60s and 70s, it was rumored to be a house of ill repute. I was told back in the early 80s that the owner, who rented it to the late "madam" would NOT sell or rent it to anyone after her. But who really knows the history of it? During the past 10 years, someone has put on new siding, new roof, installed new windows, and cut down some of the older trees and shrubbery around it. Still, it sits lonely and empty - waiting for someone to bring it back to its original beauty. I do so love the old, used up and forgotten things of this world. It would make a great restaurant or maybe even a clubhouse for the nearby golf course. Yet, if I had the money, I'd move her to a prime location, renovate her to her original glory and move right in! Just look at her lovely lines and curves. =)
I loved reading about this Victorian home and I admire your vision. You have captured her beauty well in this photo.
July 29th, 2020  
@kgolab Thank you very much! Appreciate all your comments!
July 29th, 2020  
Often I wish they keep them in their original state. Nice shot.
July 29th, 2020  
@dutchothotmailcom Thank you, Esther!
July 29th, 2020  
This is a beauty. Reminds me of the beach house my friend's grandmother had that I use to visit in the summer. It sure has potential!
July 29th, 2020  
Lovely... awesome edit.
July 29th, 2020  
@milaniet Thank you, Milanie! Glad it brought back some memories for you.
July 29th, 2020  
@kvphoto Thank you very much, KV!
July 29th, 2020  
Oh I do love old houses... the round porch is fantastic
July 29th, 2020  
@samae Thanks, Sarah! They don't give homes character like this anymore.
July 29th, 2020  
Great find and shot. Sounds like it certainly has a very interesting history
July 29th, 2020  
@bkbinthecity Thank you!
July 29th, 2020  
I hope they can give it a new life.
July 29th, 2020  
@sdutoit Would be wonderful! Thanks, Sylvia!
July 29th, 2020  
I understand what you mean - this is a magnificent place to forget its past, renovate and live in. Hope somebody takes up the challenge.
July 30th, 2020  
@sangwann Thank you so much! Appreciate your comments!
July 30th, 2020  
Love the porch ! But the entire house is charming !
August 1st, 2020  
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