Historically significant home, with present day comfort, is located just minutes from amenities & downtown Lancaster, situated above the road & protected by 1.3 acres of privacy. The Christian Stauffer House, named to the National Register of Historic Places, is one of Lancaster County's earliest documented examples of the blending of Germanic and Georgian designs. Constructed in 1769 of hand-dressed limestone, with a frame addition added later, the house features significant original architectural elements and wide plank floors throughout. History and character abound! Details not to overlook: * Grain-painted doors w/ Pennsylvania-German motifs designed to complement colorful wall finishes * Exposed stone wall of the original structure in the kitchen * Living room features a plaster Catherine Wheel ceiling motif (one of only two known in existence) * Center Hall features gilded raised plaster inscription "CST 1769" * Two built-in corner cupboards * En Suite Master Bedroom with stenciled floor, full bath, laundry room, cozy study/library w/ a solid wall of custom cabinetry * Two fireplaces, one is walk-in size * Separate summer kitchen in need of restoration-could be charming guest quarters or studio
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