Step back in time to 1881 and explore this incredible Victorian home. Nestled in the quaint midwestern town of Parsons in the heart of the Sunflower State. Entering the home through the impressive glass paneled front door you are welcomed to a bright foyer with an ornamental newel post and sweeping staircase. With high vaulted ceilings, this entry makes a grand first impression on visitors. Multiple sitting rooms provide a comfortable space for pre-dinner conversations or post-dinner drinks with guests. Echoing back to days past, the parlor presents an elegant area to host parties with a dazzling chandelier and wood burning fireplace. This home features hardwood floors, immaculate molding, pocket doors, and is full of rich character. A large kitchen is located in the back of the house with an industrial gas stove and two sinks. A servant staircase is conveniently located off the kitchen and leads directly to a hallway and bedroom upstairs.

The second floor hosts 5 spacious bedrooms each with their own private bathrooms. For those who enjoy a long hot soak, two of the bathrooms feature cast iron clawfoot tubs that stay hot as long as you need. The master bedroom has a functional gas stove that will keep you warm on the chilliest of nights. Step into the master bath and find a glass walk-in shower that is accessible and easy to clean. There is an enclosed sleeping porch off the master that once provided a comfortable place to sleep on sweltering summer nights. This house feature was extremely popular at the turn of the 20th century. Today, the porch offers a desirable feature allowing homeowners to bring the comfort of the indoors to the outdoors. There are two large cedar closets that help protect your clothes from unwanted pests and keep them smelling fresh. One of the most unique upstairs features is the old stairway that once led to a tower. The home's tower was struck by lightning in the early teens, only the staircase remains today.

In 1884 the home was sold to Edwin H. Edwards, who served as the president of Commercial Bank. The Edwards family made many improvements to the home and in 1892 the carriage house was built. Originally built to house horses and carriages, it now serves as a garage or storage space. The carriage house also offers an extra space that buyers can transform into a separate living quarters, guest house, or office area, the possibilities are endless.

When looking at the exterior of the home you will first notice the steeply pitched roof, beautiful architecture, and timeless craftsmanship. This house has a circular wrap around porch on the west corner of the house. With multiple porch options, you can relax outdoors in the sun or shade any time of day. You will be in rocking chair heaven! A winding driveway paves a pathway to the carriage house and goes well with the ornate home design. Theres an outdoor water feature that will need some repair to make it functional again, but would make a beautiful dcor piece for the outdoor space. The trickling sound of the fountain can create a relaxing ambience that enhances the serenity of your garden.

Ready to buy your dream home? This architectural gem is true to the Victorian Era and waiting for an old house lover to snatch it up! Call Sara Kattenberg at 918-841-4246 to schedule a private tour today!

*Residential

*Victorian

*22651.20 Sq. Ft. lot

*5535 Sq. Ft. house built in 1881

*5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 1 half bath

*USD 503 school district

*Zoned for Residential

*Parsons, KS 67357

*Labette County