401 Fort Hill St

Description

Absolutely stunning Historic home built in 1850 (The original Richard C Jackson House) sits beautifully on over an acre atop of a corner lot that overlooks downtown Loudon. Step into your own piece of history as you enter the home from the graceful, Southern style front porch. The entry is graced by lead glass windows thought to be original. The hardwood floors gleam throughout as you stroll to the homes formal parlor room w gas FP. Relax in the drawing room with it's unique built-ins and towering ceilings. Entertain your guests as you dine on Holiday meals from the homes expansive formal dining room with lead glass windows. Enjoy the pleasure of preparing those meals in the homes well appointed and updated kitchen. Home has recently been painted and has a new HVAC system.This amazing home is rich in character. From the front porch of this Georgian Antebellum home, you can see at least 3 church steeples and can enjoy the sounds of southern gospel hymns and music played by Loudon United Methodist Church each day at lunch and dinner time. Historic Loudon is a charming little town along the Tennessee River with an easy-to-walk downtown filled with quaint shops, good food and friendly faces. Whether you're stopping for ice cream, looking for a special gift, or discovering the area's deep heritage, Loudon will make you feel welcome and relaxed.The town's railway runs in front of the home giving it yet another unique character. The original Richard C Jackson house was built in 1850 for Mr. Jackson who was the general manager of the East TN and GA Railroad. During the Civil War, the home became known as the Frank Ramsey Hospital. Interestingly enough, Mr. Jackson lost the home to a Nathaniel Bacon over a bet over the election of Grover Cleveland in the late 1800s. Mr. Bacon gifted the home to his wife in 1909. The home has undergone many updates and addition throughout its colorful history. More recently, the home has had new HVAC system installed in 2021, and a new water heater in 2022. The home was professionally painted by Daughters Painting Company in 2021. The roof was replaced 12 years ago with quality shingles and leaf guards were added to guttering in 2021. The kitchen and side hall flooring has been replaced with solid marble tile and the upstairs has brand new carpet. Handmade sink, hand painted by artist brought back from Sicily Italy will remain in the home, along with the hand painted light fixture in laundry room also brought back from Sicily and rewired to American specifications. The kitchen microwave oven is also a convection oven and opens on either side and a brand new refrigerator was installed in November of 2022. The current owner will return matching washer to dryer set and leave for new owners. The home also features multiple areas for outdoor entertaining. WELCOME HOME to 401 Fort Hill Street in historic Loudon, TN.