9592 Sewell, Saint Francisville, LA 70775 listing details

Historic "Avondale" was built in Bayou Sara in 1904 and was later dismantled and moved to the current site and completed in 1912.This magnificent Queen Anne Victorian home has the charm of living in the country with 11.63 lush acres, while being located so close to the town of St. Francisville that you can walk to banks, stores, churches, post office,court house and so much more. The grounds were featured in "Southern Living" highlighting the 300 plus camellias, countless azaleas, flowers,vegetable and herb gardens and thousands of bulbs. Live oaks and mature shade trees surround the grand home that has been recently renovated. The large kitchen features a Sub Zero refrigerator, marble countertops, and gas/electric Fratelli Onofri stove. A beautiful stain glass window and french doors flood light into the kitchen and keeping room areas. Rear brick patios (covered and open)and large gallery front porch as well as a screened rear porch are perfect for entertaining.Other features to note : Claw footed tub, huge walk-in master closet,large shower, guest house,greenhouse,barn and chicken coop and so much more. Property also includes 1/4 ownership in a small lot below the homesite. Fireplace in the master bedroom has gas run to it (buyer could add logs) and there is plumbing ready in pantry for an icemaker.This home is in excellent condition. Wear comfortable shoes to explore the beautiful grounds.Home is being sold in AS IS condition. All garden ornaments(except sugar kettle) are excluded from the sale. Tiles in pantry do not remain.Realtor does not warrant measurements.