2311 Newport Gap Pike, Wilmington, DE 19808 listing details

Ever wanted to own a piece of history? Well here's your chance. Rarely does a home like this become available where all the work has already been done. Formerly the White House Bed & Breakfast, This Circa 1902 Victorian Mansion features 6 bedrooms and 4.1 baths. It sits on a 2.55 acre lot surrounded by lush foliage, a large pond, gazebo, a 2 car garage and an income generating chauffer's apartment. Entering the home you are welcomed by a Grand Foyer with custom oak staircase which ascends to the 2nd Floor. Other features include: Impressive Formal Living and Dining Rooms, amazing origin...al hardwood floors throughout along with incredible high ceilings and large windows, 2 fireplaces (1 gas), custom dental molding, transom windows and many other architectural elements that give this home distinct character and grandeur. Plenty of built-in cabinets; charming Library or Office/Bar Room with wood burning FP, and built-in bookshelves; fully-equipped Kitchen w/double oven, built-in microwave, refrigerator, large sink, Hobart dishwasher; separate servant's kit. & breakfast nook; Butler pantry; secret door to a Luxurious Master Bedroom suite w/garden tub, huge walk-in closet; spacious bedrooms & closets; Basement w/OSE has an antique mirrored wet bar; While maintaining the homes historical integrity it has been updated with new insulated vinyl siding, new efficient windows, new electric, and new boiler. Don't miss your chance to own this rarely available piece of history! Ideas for an in-home business: Bed & Breakfast, Day Care, Attorney, CPA, Tailor, Photography Studio & more! Show more