Yesterday we had a glorious day at Rockford Farms with a whopping 28 for Thanksgiving lunch. The weather was perfect and crisp. Although I did not play…there was a vigorous football game….I did partake in a walk in the back field.
Troy Flower Shop
The other day Ladue News used one of my listings as a back drop for their Holiday Fashion Spread. Troy Flower Shop provided some arrangements. They were beautiful and inventive. A perfect resource for special Pike County gatherings.
Troy Flower Shop, 650 E Cherry, Troy MO 63379 636-528-8528
The Pendleton-Carroll House, 404 S. 2nd St, Clarksville….SOLD/CLOSED
Last Friday a St. Louis couple closed on the purchase of the historic Pendelton-Caroll House. They plan on using it for a weekend get-a-way.
This Italianate house was built in 1874 by George and Susan Pendleton. He was a builder and contractor according to the 1875 City Directory. Betweekn 1900 and 1909, the NW corner porch was enclosed to create the present entry and porch was built. Calvin Carroll bought the house in 1880. Mr Carroll was the son-in-law of one of Clarksville's leading citizens- Capt. Benjamin Clifford. His wife was a member of the famous Stark Family of Louisiana, MO. The house was rumoured to be an Inn at one time and a stage coach stop.
The Ultimate Country Property- 22933 Highway 61, Eolia 63344; FOR SALE
Two story home with all living quarters on upper level, serviced by two staircases & elevator. 2nd floor living quarters alone comprise 5,500 sq. ft. There are 6 bedrooms & 8 bathrooms, with 2 huge decks & a screen porch that blend indoor & outdoor living. The living area has sitting rms, a great rm, recreation rm, large kitchen & separate dining. The first level has a fully insulated & heated 14-car garage, with additional storage, fitness center, office, sauna & full bath. Property has 3-bedroom fully-outfitted apartment in separate building. 2 lakes offer private swimming, fishing & recreational boating. Other features include 2 additional barns, 10,000+ trees planted by the owners, 2 miles of jogging / walking / cycling within the fenced, secure property. Custom seating areas, bridges, walkways offer viewing areas for wildlife. Main house perfectly accommodates multi-generational living. Drive home on the double highway from St Louis, blacktop all the way. $2,499,000
Listed by Brenda Fisher and Gillian Noero, Dielmann Sothebys International Realty 314-725-0009
Josh Cote- artist
I was thrilled to see Louisiana, MO Pike County artist, Josh Cote, exhibiting at the Shaw Art Fair in St. Louis. I bought one of his crows from the farmhouse in Pike County. Check out the super cool building that I had listed which he purchased: HERE
Fall @ the Farm!
Yes, you have to endure more pictures of our farmhouse. Writing a blog is hard work. I call it "feed the monster"….I created it and it needs constant attention. Knowing that 50+ page hits a day occur…I am motivated! Don't tell anyone, though about 1/3 of my business comes from blog fans or people that have found me searching the web. Well here are some pictures to keep you engaged. They are from our (I share the farmhouse with 3 brothers and the farm as a whole with 3 other cousins) farmhouse in Pike County, MO during a recent overnight party. Yesterday's post was about the preparation for the party. City people do not understand pealing paint and spiders….I slaved since my sons went back to college getting the house ready. I promise…the last of the series. (You also could have a country retreat….call me…I have some more fabulous than this! It really is a great way to entertain and keep your family together! Think about buying one with 3-4 good friends and sharing it! OK…done with the selling!)
Farm Room Freshening
Time goes by quickly. I just painted the 1st fl bedroom and Living Room of our farmhouse. As I was painting, I realized that it has been over 20 years since they rooms were redone. The Living Room was sponged and the bedroom had stars stamped on the paint….very 90's.
I had a group of 16 out to spend the night at the farm last Saturday….somehow it worked with only 5 actual beds and 1 bathroom in the house. Blow up mattresses are certainly handy and everyone seems to have one except for me….I slept on the couch.
I have been seeing this soft celery green in houses that I show and love it…so I went a little overboard and painted the Living Room and Bedroom a soft green….one called Honey Dew and the other called Rubbed Sage from Sherwin Williams. In the pictures it will look like the same color, though they are very different. Believe it or not I went through 12 colors of green sample paint before I was happy.
I also painted 3 scary closets that probably have not seen a fresh coat of paint in 50 years…..and probably not again in my lifetime. It is a little disturbing to think in those terms…though mid-life does it….I need to make a point to repaint them before I get too old!
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Missouri Country Properties For Sale
Augusta, Great Views, 183 acres- mostly wooded; Bernoudy-designed home
18 acre Horse Farm on Wild Horse Creek Rd, 3 homes
New Melle Area, 28 acres, mostly wooded, large lake, custom home
Long Lane- near Springfield MO, Horse Breading farm
Farmington, 115 acres- some woods some pasture; 5 stall horse barn, Custom Home
Newer Pike County home, 3.8 Acres, Great Views
Pike County Historic Showplace on 86 acres
Also- not on the MLS is 35 acres in Pike County with a small 2 bed 1 bath home. Nice wooded lot with some pasture and a nice, newer barn. Great for hunting. $295,000
Sep 7, 2013
After about 10 years, we have apples! It helps giving your apple tree a mate!
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