Home Details for 1305 W 3rd Street

You can own a part of history in this beautiful Victorian mansion on a acre of land, raised garden beds, greenhouse and more! Imagine your own private getaway from the World...The property is now and has been a Bed & Breakfast for more than a decade giving you an on-going income during your time here, if you choose. You will become a part of the 140 yr history by becoming another caretaker of this special home and grounds.. Includes a 7 bedroom, 6 bath home housed in 2 buildings...6 bedrooms in the Main house and 1 bedroom, 1 bath in the former Summer Kitchen (The pet friendly room) of the home! The Carriage House was built in 1907, is 2000 sq ft, 2 story and is partially renovated to house gatherings, events, etc in a historic setting away from the Main house. There is also a pre Civil war cabin on the property that is also a part of Florence's local history as it was the site of the 1st Carhop in town in the 1950's! There is a book on the history of the home since its start in 1886 as a wealthy Italian businessman's home for 20 years before the next owner, Alfred Salmon, another businessman took ownership and built the Carriage House to aid in his business. Can use Residential financing to purchase Real Estate as Primary Residence and purchase turn key business seperately or use Commercial financing to purchase business with Real Estate. There is an assumable VA loan of $620K at 5% to help in financing. Cash works too, not to mention tax benefits of the business on your other income sources...Excellent tax benefits with this business. Perfect property for soon to be retiring Buyer(s) to develop new Work/Live lifestyle in a small town atmosphere. This is a magical property now at 140 years of age and maturing quite nicely. The property has been well taken care of and it shows! See more with the pics here and the video tour! Contact Listing agent for questions, to submit an offer and arrange for subsequent showing, etc.