Historic Mansion River Access-St Louis Area | House in Clarksville
4 Bedroom House in Clarksville
Built in 1845, this historical gem is a destination itself. Be aware of the walkthrough bedrooms in the back. Hezekiah Elgin's home has the honor of being one of the oldest houses on record in the city of Clarksville and one of the few remaining houses on the river front. Mr. Elgin came to Clarksville in the early 1800's. He opened a trading post and built one of the first roads between St. Louis and Clarksville. He also bought the Elgin Opera House and Hotel which were both destroyed by fire in the late 1800's. In 1860 Mr. Elgin married a wealthy widow with 2 children. He added on to the original "federal style" home and created an "Italianate" portion of the home. There is a grand entrance with a beautiful original curved staircase and a formal sitting room with a marble fireplace he personally brought by boat from Italy! He created the grand master suite we now call "The wedding room" which has the most breathtaking views of the Mississippi. There is another original fireplace in the kitchen which is Cypress Wood and Brick. The bricks to the home were handmade on the property by the slaves who once lived there. The style of the house was greatly influenced by the French-styled houses in the French Quarter of New Orleans. The ceilings soar to 12 feet and the windows are all 9 feet tall. Some of the windows were originally designed to open up into the ceiling to double as a walkthrough door to the balcony. The house has eight main rooms that run shotgun style, each opening to a side porch overlooking the river. This home has been featured on PBS twice with former owner Richard Cottrell, who restored the home, gave detailed tours. The Elgin-Cottrell River Mansion was also featured with an 11 page spread in Victorian Homes Magazine in 2011. Since this house has had only 4 previous owners, it hasn't seen many changes and the floor plan remains the same. Victorian Homes Magazine said it is by far one of the most historically correct beautifully decorated Victorian Homes in the US.
Historic Mansion River Access-St Louis Area is located in Clarksville. Historic Mansion River Access-St Louis Area provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This House features Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Historic Mansion River Access-St Louis Area has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Clarksville has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Clarksville, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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2 bathrooms
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Hair dryer
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Shower/tub combination
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Towels provided
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Dining table
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4 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining room
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Fireplace
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Living room
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Coffee/tea maker
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Kitchen island
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Microwave
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Oven
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Refrigerator
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Spices
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Stovetop
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Toaster
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Washing machine and dryer
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Car required
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Onsite parking
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Pet friendly
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Smoke-free property
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Birdwatching nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Marina nearby
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Power boating nearby
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Rafting nearby
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Water skiing nearby
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Water tubing nearby
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Smart TV with cable/satellite service
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Sleeps 10
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Unit size: 3400 sq ft (316 sq m)
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In a rural location
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On the river
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On the waterfront
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Iron/ironing board
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Phone
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Free WiFi
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Balcony
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Barbecue grill
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Garden
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Carbon monoxide detector
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Deadbolt lock
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Fire extinguisher
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First aid kit
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Smoke detector
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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