202 S Main ST Colerain, NC 27924

The Henry-Beasley house is the oldest house surviving in the town of Colerain. It was built around 1820 for Peyton T. Henry, a member of the NC House of Representatives and later purchased by John J. Beasley who expanded it to include the two-story Victorian addition. The 5-bay Greek Revival features exterior detailing with pedimented windows, 6-panel front door, one-bay gable-front porch with fluted posts and pilasters, corner posts and original front paneled door surrounded with transom and sidelights that flood the entry with natural light. Interior features: none-over-nine double-hung sash, original heart pine floors, elaborate window and door surrounds and original paneling. The parlor features an ornate fireplace mantle with Ionic columns, dentil moulding and ornate detailing. The chimney for the parlor fireplace has fallen; the house has been secured from the elements. There is a separate entry staircase for the upstairs from the back porch leading to the upstairs landing; this area was used as 'room rentals' long before the age of AirBnBs. Exterior features: mature English boxwoods, brick sidewalk and a two-car garage with upstairs storage and gable-front dormers on the second floor. Both the house and garage are listed on the National Register of Historic Places are is eligible for historic tax credits. Call today to scheduling your showing and begin your historic home dreams.