Ted Wight's St. Louis Style

Equestrian Estate- Wildwood, MO

For you horse lovers who want a manageable farm that is not far from St. Louis, this Wildwood estate sounds ideal! 

"FABULOUS EQUESTRIAN ESTATE!!!Elegant home, almost 5000 sq ft of fin. space, w/ all the upgrades on 14+ ACS, fully fenced for horses, 3 SEP. PASTURES & TRAILS, private cul-de-sac location in a 4 lot subdivision. 36X48 4 STALL BARN w/ INSULATED tack rm,wash bay,workbench,HOT&COLD water,elec,phone,48'lean to for equip.,small pond,lrg turnaround. Totally fenced w/ Bayco wire & elec. ROCKWOOD SCHOOLS.Park Trails nearby."  $869,900

Listed by Scott Peterson and Karen Burns, Tom Shaw Realtors, 636-532-1922

 

 

Stuart Castle, Eureka

The Tudors on Showtime has started again and more intrigue is in the works.  This is the final season.  Well if you want to be your own Henry VIII, Stuart Castle is available for only $800,000.

"Unique opportunity to own the Stuart Castle, a St. Louis landmark. The castle is located off of Lewis Road on the Meramec River in Eureka,MO.The castle was originally built by Dr. Stuart in the 1960's. For nearly a decade, Stuart's family of eight lived in a construction zone while he and his son cut and laid granite stone for the massive palace. The current owner bought the castle in 1996 and spent five years renovating and remodeling the interior. Peepholes, secret passageways, and polished granite floors are some of the castle's unique interior characteristics"

Listed by Paul Levy, Remax Results, 314-518-7786

Mid-century Make-over

Buying and redoing a Mid-century house takes a lot more thought than just running down to Home Depot to pick out cabinets.  As you can see from this SLIDE SHOW, the results of careful thought can be exceptional. Take special notice of the St. Charles kitchen.  Refinished metal cabinets are very in....think twice before ripping them out.  The Harris Armstrong house coming on the market SOON, has a wonderful kitchen that has been updated, though retains the stylish metal cabinets.  If you want an un-touched St. Charles kitchen, there is a Isadore Shank house on the market NOW.
Article originally found at this delightful BLOG.

Stone Mill Meadown Farm- Defiance....For Sale

Now is your chance to have a country get-a-way close to St. Louis.  This historic property comes with 88 acres and is on the market for $2,995,000.

"Truly a Unique Homestead located in the historical Femme Osage Valley filled w/history & crafted like no other by direct relatives of Daniel Boone. Fenced & gated, 1 mile west of the Daniel Boone Home, close proximity to the Katy Trail, Busch Wildlife & MO's finest wineries. 2 ft thick limestone walls, 3 stories, Salt Box design. "

Sarah Butler, Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty, 314-486-2508

Alton's Levis Mansion is For Sale

For $2,500,000 you can own the fabled Levis Mansion in Alton, IL.

"Welcome to the Levis Mansion built in 1925. Over 18,000sf of magnificence! Notable feautures include sculptured stone ceilings imported from Europe as well as a 600 year old fireplace which is documented. The rear patio is built around the original Alton Courthouse staircase which hosted the Lincoln~Douglas Debate of 1828. Incredible home featuring 8 bedrooms.Six of which feature their own private baths. The remaining two bedrooms share a unique jack and jill bath. The formal dining room is adjacent to the kitchen with seating for 30+ ppl! The entry foyer is another impressive notable feature of this home. The foyer staircase was constructed with hand carved rail road ties! The setting is unique and serene with a breathtaking view of the confluence of the Missouri and Missippi Rivers!"

Listed by Shawna Holtman @ St. Louis Realty 314-481-4371

Retreat for Sale- Deep Southern Missouri

A new property has come on the market in Southern Missouri....practically in Arkansas.  With 903 acres, a historic main house, 10 cabins, a 4-acre spring-fed lake, 1.5 miles of Big Sugar Creek frontage and a 20,000 sq ft mess hall.....you have your makings for a great camp, retreat, wellness center....or maybe you just have a large family. 

Offered for $4,900,000 by Gillian Noero of Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty  314-583-9204

New Town St. Charles Mansion

Wow...I have heard of New Town St. Charles though never knew that it had houses like this!

Over 5,000 sq ft, 4 stories and it looks over the grand basin and gardens of New Town's public area.

Yours for $1,495,000.

Listed by Gillian Noero of Dielmann Sothebys International Realty 314-583-9204

Netherland Hotel, Cincinnati

Last week we made a stop and stayed in Cincinnati for the evening.  The highlight of the evening was enjoying some Graeter's ice cream at their new location on Fountain Park.

The other highlight was seeing the Netherland Hotel (Hilton) again.  The Netherland is one of the greatest American Art Deco buildings. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mont Clair, Vincennes, IN

A highlight of my recent trip was visiting one of my ancestor's farm, Mont Clair. Mont Clair was built by Nathaniel Ewing around 1806 and was fancied-up in 1911 when the neo-classical columns were added.  The 500 acre farm has been in the Ewing family for seven generations and was recently put in a land trust to preserve it in its present state.

Mark and Becca Ewing were so gracious to receive us and give us a tour.  

My sons, Teddy and Nicholas, giving a drink to the massive great danes

 

The top hat owned by former St. Louis mayor, William L. Ewing, Sr.  He left St. Louis after losing his reelection and returned to the family home at Vincennes, IN.  Many of his possessions are still at the house.

 

Gracious hosts and current owners of Mont Clair, Mark and Becca Ewing

 

Fallingwater

I am back home after a grueling drive last night.  Somehow my sons convinced me to continue driving all the way back to St. Louis when we planned on spending the night in Columbus. 

Oh well at least we are home and don't have to drive today.

Fallingwater was an experience and I want it!  Seeing this Frank Lloyd Wright home inspires you to further appreciate the architect and his focus on integrating a house with its surroundings.I wish I could show you some interior pics, though the museum does not let you take them.  You can see how our local William Bernoudy used many of the same ideas as Wright in his homes.  The use of built-in bookshelves, seating, lighting, etc.  He also was great at bringing the outside in  with his use of windows, terraces and balconies.