Description
Welcome to the Craven House! This Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired, architect-designed, mid-century modern landmarkis one of Chipley's most recognizable historic residences. Originally built in the 1960s for Dr. James B. and Virginia Craven, this National Register property was designed to evoke a bird in flight, with bold horizontal lines, sculptural geometry, and a seamless connection to nature. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and bonus room, this residence retains the charm of its original mid-century architecture, beautifully preserved throughout. Interior features include wood ceilings, stone accents, an oversized living room with wood-burning fireplace and original built-ins, dining room with a full wall of windows, and a kitchen retaining its original cabinetry and authentic mid-century layout. All 3 full bathrooms showcase original tile, wallpaper, and built-in vanities, offering an untouched period aesthetic rarely found today. Significant updates include plumbing throughout, electrical panels (3-phase), two HVAC systems (5-ton 2016, 3-ton 2017), water heaters, encapsulated crawl space, and a shingle roof installed in 2018. The exterior boasts an attached 2-car carport, massive, screened back porch, 24′ saltwater pool with decking, and a solar-powered entry gate. Don't miss your rare opportunity to steward an iconic piece of mid-century architecturelivable art preserved with extraordinary care.
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4BEDS
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3ACRES
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3BATHS
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11/2 BATHS
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3,775SQFT
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$159$/SQFT
School Ratings & Info
Description
Welcome to the Craven House! This Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired, architect-designed, mid-century modern landmarkis one of Chipley's most recognizable historic residences. Originally built in the 1960s for Dr. James B. and Virginia Craven, this National Register property was designed to evoke a bird in flight, with bold horizontal lines, sculptural geometry, and a seamless connection to nature. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and bonus room, this residence retains the charm of its original mid-century architecture, beautifully preserved throughout. Interior features include wood ceilings, stone accents, an oversized living room with wood-burning fireplace and original built-ins, dining room with a full wall of windows, and a kitchen retaining its original cabinetry and authentic mid-century layout. All 3 full bathrooms showcase original tile, wallpaper, and built-in vanities, offering an untouched period aesthetic rarely found today. Significant updates include plumbing throughout, electrical panels (3-phase), two HVAC systems (5-ton 2016, 3-ton 2017), water heaters, encapsulated crawl space, and a shingle roof installed in 2018. The exterior boasts an attached 2-car carport, massive, screened back porch, 24′ saltwater pool with decking, and a solar-powered entry gate. Don't miss your rare opportunity to steward an iconic piece of mid-century architecturelivable art preserved with extraordinary care.
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