Gorgeous historical home built by abolitionist Thomas Donaldson in 1832 in the Tidewater Colonial style! Come inside and experience a truly magical piece of Cincinnati history!
Wow! What a view of the river from the Master Bedroom balcony! Notice the tree stump at center end of mowed lawn. Donaldson perched on this stump swinging a lantern to signal safety to slaves attempting to cross river.
Living Room with original hardwood pine floor, original handmade brick walls & original wood burning fireplace & handmade mantel.
Addition to already large Living Room also has pine floor , recessed lighting and sliding glass door walkout to back patio. Rare Pecky Cypress paneling & crown molding handmade on site can be seen in various rooms throughout the home. Lovely foreste
The Family Room is enveloped in history! The wood burning fireplace contains the original cooking arm within & is surrounded by stone hearth and original wood mantel. History lives here in the hand hewn beams w/pegs across ceiling, original hardwood
1st floor Bedroom has oak floor, original doors & windows, attached Full Bath & chandelier. New storms & screens have been added to all original windows as modern living update.
All bathrooms were additions to the home in 1957 & are vintage 50's, intact & flawless. This 1st floor Full Bath is attached to 1st floor Bedroom. All 50's original tile, sink, fixtures, mirror/cabinet & wall sconce lighting.
The Library is full of mint originals as well including hardwood pine floor, brick wall & wood burning fireplace w/original handmade wood mantel. Cypress walls were built on site by owner in 1950's w/rare Pecky Cypress wood from the land. Unique pe
Tremendous Dining Room space is a quality addition sufficient in style, natural light & vivid outdoor views. One wall of handmade, grooved Pecky cypress paneling, 3 brick walls & crown molding add character to this massive DR. Tile floor flows
Kitchen was built in the 1950's. Cabinets were hand crafted out of on site solid cherry wood by owner's father. Original 1950's counter still in place along with original 50's cast iron sink w/double drain board. Outer brick wall lends character to the ro
Walk directly into the Eat-In Area from the Kitchen. Here you are surrounded by soft morning sunshine & can let the outdoors come in to you. Easy upkeep tile floor, knotty pine paneled ceiling & walkout to side patio. Notice the yoke lantern ch
This 1950's built Kitchen has been meticulously cared for. Full of gorgeous, warm handmade cherry cabinets, some glass front for both storage & display. Swing door enters into expansive Dining Room.
Grand stairwell leads from front Entry to upper level w/sitting area, window view to river & art deco chandelier. History is literally in these walls! Take a close look at the original 1832 Audubon wallpaper adorning 2 walls when touring this home.
A true Master Bedroom for this fine home! Enjoy the river view, walkout to huge balcony ,built-in bookshelves, hardwood floor, period chandelier & wood burning fireplace w/marble hearth & original wood mantel. Dressing Room attached & extend
Immense Balcony off Master Bedroom waiting to become your outdoor room to relax and experience the surrounding nature & wildlife of the Cincinnati region. Calming, private area to enjoy that river view!
Master Bath in classic black/white installed in 1957. Original 50's everything - wall tile, tile floor, tub/shower combo, sink & fixtures. Carefully preserved & in pristine condition! Bathroom is accessed from Master Bedroom through Dressing Ro
This spacious Bedroom was considered the 2nd Master Bedroom. Wall of windows overlooking balcony & tree-lined view allows a wealth of natural sunlight! Wander onto balcony for another river view! Enjoy wood burning fireplace warmth in winter, custo
This Bedroom shares attached Full Bath with 4th upper level Bedroom. Classic colonial style w/ original brick walls, rare Pecky Cypress panel walls, pine floor & period chandelier. Conveniently large sliding door closet w/deep overhead storage space
Back patio extends along entire front side of home w/ walkouts from both Dining & Living Rooms. Relax to the sounds of nature & the unbelievable river view!
Patio extends along full length of front of house facing River View & wraps around Dining Room/Breakfast Area side of home. There are 3 sliding glass door walkouts and Main front Entry of home.
Relax and enjoy the peace and solitude of this 5.6 Acre private property! Witness nature & wildlife in your own yard & spend quiet moments peering towards the lolling Ohio River.
The Kitchen & Eat-In Area peek out onto this tree-lined, reflective yard space.
5.6 acres of privacy, nature, forested & river views! Additional acreage available at separate price. . . Multi-car garage not attached to house & plenty of driveway parking for entertaining guests!
One of a kind, unique opportunity to own a part of Underground Railroad history! Penmaen. . . Welsh for the brow of the hill!