Home For Sale near Lake Eufaula / Walter F George Reservoir

A rare opportunity to restore a captivating piece of Eufaula's historic charm. Believed to date to the late 1800s, this iconic residence, historically known as the Wheeler Thompson Hooper McGowan House, sits on approximately 0.62 acres within the Seth Lore and Irwinton Historic District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Behind its commanding faade and deep front porch lies a home rich with architectural drama. Solid wood paneled doors, soaring ceilings, graceful arched openings, original fireplaces, hardwood floors, and period woodwork create a sense of scale and craftsmanship that cannot be replicated. Generously proportioned rooms flow naturally, offering an exceptional canvas for an inspired restoration. The home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with approximately 2,089 square feet of living space, along with a full height attic inviting future expansion. A detached historic cook house adds character and potential, while the expansive in town lot provides space rarely found with homes of this era. Located minutes from downtown Eufaula, dining, boutiques, historic landmarks, community events, the Chattahoochee River, and Lake Eufaula for boating and world class fishing. As a contributing property within a National Register Historic District, the home may qualify for historic rehabilitation tax credits, subject to buyer verification and approvals. Buyer to verify all information deemed important. No FHA/USDA. Cash Preferred . Property sold as-is.

Property Details

  • Beds: 3
  • Baths: 2.0
  • Sq Feet: 2089
  • Year Built: 1870
  • Location: Lake Eufaula / Walter F George Reservoir
  • Acres: 0.620
  • County: Barbour County
  • Community: Seth Lorehistorical District
  • Heat/AC: Fireplace(s)
  • Garage: None
  • Siding: Wood Siding
  • Roof:
  • Stories: 1.5
  • Fireplaces: Has Fireplace
  • MLS #: 207449

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Listing Agent: Becky Walker, Keller Williams Realty Southeast Alabama, 334-441-8299, 334-702-3595 Listing Site, Listing Status: Active
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Lake Home For Sale in Eufaula, Alabama
Ad Number : 7140717
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Added: Jan 13, 2026
Updated on: Jan 13, 2026
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