In the last century some knew it as the Hickory Row Farm, others $397,000

Lake Home Off Market

In the last century some knew it as the Hickory Row Farm, others as the Ruggles Farm. - Time has come again for homebuyers to consider this south facing, ridge top, pre-Civil War homestead. - Beyond the ridge is a hilltop ideal for camping, celebratory events, even a very old shack. - New roofs on the barn and carriage house(garage) encourages a broad use of the 9.92 acres as a kind of Hobby Farm. - Imagine the possibilities, they are endless. - Modernity finds expression in features not found in most new homes. - Yet much renovation remains to emerge from the creativity of those emboldened to grasp a heritage and cast their own traditions. - This has been the history of this property, a successive homeowner since 1851. - An American tradition preserved, welcome, you are not alone. - There are helpful neighbors in these parts too. - The sun rising and setting, the moon phases, night sky, the summer breeze, changing of the seasons, wildlife-all prominent here on the ridge top, living closer to nature. - This a calming place in a busy and hyped-up world. - A place to embrace meaningful and purposeful living. - The small morning sun room off the kitchen or either the front or side porches are the perfect place to start and/or end your day. - The property is partially wooded and features a barn, carriage house(garage), and hilltop shack that are awaiting TLC from the new owners. - The enviable location places you very near Lake Lemon, I-69 and borders Morgan Monroe State Forest across the back property line. - The current owners have upgraded the HVAC with a Hybrid system that included a high efficiency heat pump and gas furnace., new duct work, Electrical system to 200-amp panel, Naveen whole house instant hot water heater, Rain soft water softener and a water purification system. CertainTeed Monogram Series vinyl siding and Owens Corning heavy weight 30-year shingles over new plywood roof decking. - The interior is not completed and open to your vision. - The architectural original design is still in tack but in need of a cosmetic overhaul to restore this home to its original style and beauty.