Residential, Traditional - Greenwood, MS
Own a piece of history! This historic home is one of a kind! The W.M. Whittington house is located in the heart of Greenwood on 1.08 acres and is fully fenced providing a private sanctuary. It was used in the making of the movie "The Help" and "Women of the Cause". This magnificent home is designated as a Mississippi landmark and on the Historical Places to Visit Registry. Commissioned in 1914 by Senator Whittington and designed by renowned architect, Ben Price. The neo-classic, prairie style home is quite commanding. The first thing you notice is the beveled windows that reflect and bring in so much light. You are greeted by a beautiful French pier mirror original to the home. The open foyer with its gorgeous stair case leading up to the 2nd floor mezzanine, separates the enormous formal dining room boasting a second pier mirror with French doors leading to the atrium with authentic...
Own a piece of history! This historic home is one of a kind! The W.M. Whittington house is located in the heart of Greenwood on 1.08 acres and is fully fenced providing a private sanctuary. It was used in the making of the movie "The Help" and "Women of the Cause". This magnificent home is designated as a Mississippi landmark and on the Historical Places to Visit Registry. Commissioned in 1914 by Senator Whittington and designed by renowned architect, Ben Price. The neo-classic, prairie style home is quite commanding. The first thing you notice is the beveled windows that reflect and bring in so much light. You are greeted by a beautiful French pier mirror original to the home. The open foyer with its gorgeous stair case leading up to the 2nd floor mezzanine, separates the enormous formal dining room boasting a second pier mirror with French doors leading to the atrium with authentic Tiffany lighting and ballroom with French crystal chandelier and 8ft mantel. The west wing of the first floor offers an additional living room with original working gas fireplace and beautiful built-ins. An additional large climate-controlled sunroom that greets you as you enter the grounds under the columned portico. There is a wonderful flow to this home that allows you to entertain seamlessly. There is a spacious kitchen with stunning butler's pantry that leads to an additional butlers staircase. Tons of storage throughout and a very large laundry room. The first floor finishes out with a lovely breakfast room surrounded by windows and a half bath. The second floor boast a mezzanine, 4 extra-large bedrooms, 2 full baths and a bonus room or office. There is also yet, another sunroom currently used as an exercise room. The 3rd floor has an additional open 1764 square feet if you want to expand. With all this space and large parking capacity, this home is perfect as a residence or BNB. Come make it your dream space.
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