Property Description

Welcome to this beautifully restored 1933 Norris cottage, where historic character, thoughtful craftsmanship, and modern-day functionality come together on a spacious one-acre lot just minutes from Norris Lake. Extensively renovated in 2009, this charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers approximately 1,732 square feet of inviting living space, plus a 16' x 20' garage/workshop.Original details have been carefully preserved and complemented throughout the home, including heart pine doors, trim, wainscoting, mantel, bookcases, and the original 12-light entry door with thumb-latch hardware. Rich red oak flooring, original and reproduced architectural details, and beautiful English-stained glass throughout create a warm, authentic sense of place that is increasingly difficult to find. The living room centers around a wood-burning fireplace and features original heart pine millwork, recessed lighting, and original-style entry windows with period-appropriate glass and hardware.The eat-in kitchen blends historic appeal with everyday convenience, offering heart pine trim, maple cabinetry, Lazy Susans, natural slate backsplash, and Stainless Whirlpool range hood. A generous 12' x 28' family-room addition provides exceptional flexibility for entertaining and hobbies featuring 3 1/4 white oak flooring and original Norris rear entrance door matching original front entry.The primary bedroom is conveniently located on the main level and includes a walk-in closet. The primary bath offers separate his-and-her vanities, linen cabinetry, tile flooring, recessed lighting, and an open shower feature over the tub. Upstairs, two storybook bedrooms feature stained glass, original-style 7 1/4'' heart pine plank flooring, custom bifold closet doors, and window seats. An upstairs multi-purpose room provides additional flexibility featuring handcrafted balusters and English stained-glass.Major renovation updates included electrical, plumbing, insulation, fixtures, James Hardie lap and shingle siding, dimensional roofing, solid-vinyl thermal windows, gutters, storm glass over stained-glass features, custom shutters, and screen doors. The home is served by two heat-and-air systems (one for the main level and one for the upstairs), as well as a new gas line has been run to the house. The detached garage/workshop adds valuable storage and workspace and includes a recently replaced roof as well as electric for RV charging capabilities. Outside, the one-acre setting is enhanced by thoughtful cottage-style landscaping, a looped driveway for convenient entry and exit, ample parking for large vehicles, brick walkways, brick rear steps, a limestone patio, and landscaped trails with a sitting area. The property's location places you only about five minutes from Norris Lake and its boating, fishing, and outdoor recreation. This is a rare opportunity to own a lovingly restored Norris home with historic architectural details, modern infrastructure, and room to enjoy both indoors and out.

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