Historic CHTJ Southard House is now for sale! Built circa 1870, this well preserved Victorian style home was purchased in 1888 by shipping magnate TJ Southard who gifted the home to his son, Charles as a wedding present. The home has gone through several phases of restoration by the current owners who converted the mansion into the Southard House Museum in 1990. One highlight of the museum that remains as part of the home is the observation room located in the top level of the Victorian turret. The observation room offers stunning views of the Maine Kennebec Bridge, Swan Island, the Kennebec River and downtown Main Street. Situated in the heart of Richmond, this home offers developers and investors opportunities for office or condo conversion, B&B potential, with ample parking space. Consider possible residential use as a single family or multi family condominium or luxury apartments. The carriage house offers many possibilities for use as office, residential, or storage space or, convert to a multi-vehicle garage. With over 7500 SF of finished living space, ample paved parking in the rear of the property, mature landscaping, lovingly preserved tin ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, and original hand painted artwork along the walls of the main gallery, design possibilities abound. Rich in history and loved by its community, the Southard House offers so many opportunities for the next proud owner of this renowned landmark in Richmond.