Incredible 171 year old Abandoned Historic Southern Mansion

[@sallybeaver9110]

Upstairs porches were called sleeping porches. In the summer the beds were moved out there. Windows are so huge because the house was built without electricity. I live in a renovated cotton mill built in the 1830s in NC. It's gorgeous.

[@ceciliarichardson7319]

I wish you were able to let us know if these wonderful old houses were available.

[@jenniechurch5337]

Your house sounds amazing...would love to see photos! ❤

[@vaquera9368]

That’s amazing about the summers and the being moved out there since it was cooler. Not sure about the humidity. Here in California where I live in the Sierras a friend told me they did that in the summers too and that is why some of the older houses had large porches or balconies. He told me his grandparents and the grandchildren all slept outside. Makes sense.

[@abbyarnold4477]

Oh leave it to the beaver to know it all .🤣

[@sallybeaver9110]

@@abbyarnold4477 feel better?

[@vernonsanders371]

My heart breaks seeing homes like this rotting away

[@ndog2005]

Agreed..

[@transmeeshax6872]

💔😿

[@cynthiaburrus255]

If our illustrious politicians weren't so completely focused on leaving their Public "service" Wealthy, we could have hundreds to thousands of these gems standing, restored and treasured for their beauty and our Ancestors Remarkable Ingenuity at that early time in our history.

[@ndog2005]

@@cynthiaburrus255 Well spoken, Thank you;

[@YahshuaLovesMe]

wonder how many ghosts are stuck in THIS old relic... Civil war ghosts even... whewie...

[@ameliatoreson1590]

It is such a shame to let a historic home like this to just sit and deteriorate . It would be nice if it could be restored . It is part of this countries history .

[@reesedaniel5835]

But unfortunately certain factions that control our government, media and banking industry don't want us to know about our history. Because it was much better than what we have now (since this certain faction took over the FED in 1913). If interested in who these people are, just read Revelation 2:9 and 3:9.

[@reesedaniel5835]

And it's not the fake and divisive story they teach in the govt controlled school systems either.

[@toosunakabooma1213]

Our elected officials would never allow their rightfully stolen money to be mismanaged by preserving American history.Its a nice pipedream,though...

[@kathywehmeyer55]

We already have hundreds of these properties in our Parks Divisions, I would assumed closed right now. I'm sure most had already closed before Covid Pandemic for lack of funding. Just think how much it would cost today to heat this place with those high ceilings and huge single pane unreplaceable windows I am sure the whole house would need rewiring, etc, etc.

[@tc247]

Agreed 110%

[@graytabbie]

I think this is my favorite...it breaks my heart that no one saved it.

[@urbanexploringwithkappy1773]

Agreed definitely in my top 10 favorites out of the 200+ houses I’ve filmed!

[@bummblebee77]

@@urbanexploringwithkappy1773 you should post a video of your top 10 favorites!

[@aprilfool8329]

This is one of my favorites out of all the houses you have shared. And unlike many of the ones you visit, this one is still structurally sound enough to save if someone was willing to put in the work and money. Imagine the amount of firewood that would have been needed to keep all those rooms warm during a winter back when that house was new! Thanks for risking frostbite in order to share this wonderful house with us!

[@buckeyedav1]

I was thinking the same thing about the firewood that one room that had the door knob on the wrong side bet that was used to store firewood in the house at least for that room. Love the fireplaces and the main staircase was so beautiful. Anna In Ohio.

[@stevethecountrycook1227]

I agree with you April, this house could be restored, but as with everything, it would take deep pockets!

[@HighSierraDawn]

@@stevethecountrycook1227 It appeared to be upstairs if you look at the woodwork and the windows flanking each side. You can also see it in the room at the 8:23 mark. :)

[@urbanexploringwithkappy1773]

Thank you! Same here! I just loved this house, so unique and with the civil war history just an added bonus too how interesting it is!

[@bethbartlett5692]

@@urbanexploringwithkappy1773
Now take tis positive, as intended.
My word, that Bathroom is NOT a 70's. It is a 1930's - 40's.
I recommend a class on USA *Home Sytle History, Design and Decor,* through a local Community College and/or On-line.
It would lift your Passion to a whole other level, "to recognize all the elements you miss or don't understand".
Also a focus on the the Building techniques so you can spot where changes were made and have a vision of how it looked in its original grandeur.
You would love learning these values and it will boost your experience when going in to tour.
💫

[@nicolemegyeri5267]

I like that There is no vandalism.

[@jamesthev5607]

Actually minor vandalism, broken out front windows, broken banisters upstairs.

[@kristineguetschow9134]

No graffiti for a change!!!

[@nicolemegyeri5267]

@@kristineguetschow9134 ikr!

[@jamesthev5607]

@@kristineguetschow9134 that I can agree I hate seeing graffiti but vandalism still happens who it may be kids whatever transient homeless break glass come indoors always seem to bust a wall or break a banister you can tell it's fairly easy to get in I mean he's walking around and I know he didn't have key to a property he doesn't own

[@gSlover4reel]

This amazing house still looks salvageable. A testament to the craftsmanship, 30 to 40 some years abandoned and still holding up, waiting to be restored loved, and lived in again.

[@reesedaniel5835]

Yes. Isn't it ironic that the craftsmanship was far more spectacular in the days before all this "progress" and "technology"......

[@johnfranklin5277]

@Melinda Francis can all be removed.

[@tc247]

Or restored, so people can go tour it abpnd learn about that time in history! Theyd pay to do that. Our family did. We learned more by seeing it personally than just sitting in classrooms bored to tears, but my folks wanted us to love history as much ax they did. It worked. All 3 of us do and our kids do too! 😁

[@janedoe9421]

No house today would withstand being empty for that long. They were made for lasting generations.

[@ann-db3qr]

Anything is possible

[@veronicamorgan8103]

What a beautiful house! If any house should be saved, it's this one. Another most excellent video Kappy!

[@urbanexploringwithkappy1773]

Couldn’t agree more loved this house and the history it has with it! Thanks for watching!

[@carolbroome6559]

I loved this home. Thanks for showing it even though you were freezing 🥶 you did a great job💞​@@urbanexploringwithkappy1773

[@bevolson7619]

Great to see no graffiti... was a beautiful home when built and still could be if restored.

[@maganevans5209]

This house should be listed as a historical land site. The little gray door off the stairs on the porch could have been for milk drop off when milk was delivered.

[@clownnut1925]

Or a laundry shute

[@maganevans5209]

@@clownnut1925 I don’t know. Would it be outside?

[@clownnut1925]

Wasn't it at the bottom of the stairs in the servant quarters my parents had a milk chute in the house i grew up in and it opened on the outside where the milkman put the bottles and there was a door on the inside to get the milk!

[@maganevans5209]

@@clownnut1925 That was the bottom stairs of the porch. It was still part of the main house but there was that room off the porch. It could have been a servants room.

[@victorserkiavic9419]

My dad used to tell my uncle that his dad was the milkman.

[@johnamstutz]

What a spectacular house,hard to believe it's being allowed to decay like it is.

[@bubblesangel555]

I don't know how old that pump organ is, but I bet it's old enough to have ivory keys on it, especially considering the family's wealth!

[@imgood8341]

Dude your punctuation is off

[@chaosdemonwolf1]

@@bubblesangel555 It's called a Chicago Cottage Organ circa 1896

[@bubblesangel555]

@@chaosdemonwolf1 Thank you, have a great weekend

[@bubblesangel555]

@@imgood8341 Dude you may be gritty, but you cant read, I'm a DUDETTE!! It says it right by my name, and you're worried about MY punctuation?

[@juliaannegrider5734]

It is unbelievable how people can let a beautiful highly historic home go to ruin. It should be in the National Register if historic places. The large room at the top of the house was a dance floor. In these old houses of that era they held balls at the top of the house.

[@chaosdemonwolf1]

It is, or was a plantation house. Those were the servants quarters.

[@jenniferkrkljes6288]

I think that you are the greatest, most focused old home explorer I’ve watched yet! Great work! Beautiful home!

[@Chrisss2112]

Kappy, just by seeing the front and back of this home, I can tell you hit the jackpot! The inside was fantastic! I love how you pause the camera in each room so we can get a good look. Thank you for showing your fans this gem!! Oh, and thank you for freezing off your toosh for us. ❤️👍😊

[@urbanexploringwithkappy1773]

Haha much appreciated!! Was a very cold day but I’m far down south now away from the cold! Next video will be an old Georgia farm house with big columns! Thanks for watching!

[@Chrisss2112]

@@urbanexploringwithkappy1773 thank you 😊

[@reeniejamison9030]

But please, please take a pause at the wallpaper. Besides loving them, it gives a better idea of what it looked like in it's prime. Thank you in advance!

[@kathrynhermann5252]

He's the greatest I'm stuck on him I watch all of his videos. One thing one thing I do know he loves porches and he can't stand

[@bunnymaurer5164]

I can't watch too many of Kappy's video; it makes me sad that no one can afford to restore. I wish I could afford to rehabbed of these houses but I hate the South.

[@belleange590]

This one is just amazing. I don't think I've ever seen one like this. WOW!!!!! Good grief look at the size of that tree in front of the house!!! I really really really wish someone had saved this one. It would of been stunning in the original wood before being painted white. Yes, that porch would of been absolute heaven during the summer time. Beautiful. Loving the windows on the 3rd floor.

[@ChristinaB9782]

Minus all of the garbage and damage, I think this might be one of my fav houses you've shown. Stay safe!!

[@urbanexploringwithkappy1773]

Agreed, i felt the same way! Just loved this house and it’s history with a civil war battle happening in its front yard!

[@chaosdemonwolf1]

@@urbanexploringwithkappy1773 That lower level bathroom was probably added in the 30's maybe 40's. judging by the corner sink. Knobs from the 70's or 80's

[@allicat2551]

If only those wall could talk.

[@Pjayque]

If only you get Kim Russo to go there

[@b.h.2819]

They probably do talk when it's late at night 😜👻👺👿

[@b.h.2819]

What makes you think they
Don't??👻👻👻😜

[@susanbissell6319]

That bathroom on the first floor was way older than the 70's. Looks more like the 30's or 40's .

[@cynthiaburrus255]

Agreed. Likely 1930's

[@marilynpoitras7839]

I almost can see the women in their long dresses going from room to room. The Union soldiers as they relax after the fight. What wonderful history and what a wonderful house!! Some of the paint in the upper rooms looks just like new. I am so glad no one has trashed it!!! Thank you for a wonderful tour, Kappy!

[@markd2369]

I think that there are grates on windows usually 3 floor because that's where children have their playroom.
Second floor being a buffer two adults from the happy noises children often make.
Think of modern-day apartment buildings with expandable grates to keep children safe.

[@JC111WPB]

Wouldn't those be confederate soldiers?

[@lauraking2709]

Marilyn probably southern soldiers in West Va

[@vivians9392]

No Union soldiers relaxed in this southern mansion!

[@vivians9392]

Southern soldiers, not Union...

[@melodyfisher1512]

What a beauty! I hope someone saves her...definitely not a “cookie cutter” house! Love it.

[@darlenedouglas5148]

This place was absolutely awesome!! Looks like there was living quarters for the staff! I bet they had a separate entrance and stairs to their area of the house. With the kind of history that place has you'd think that some organizations would step up to preserve it as well as restoration!!! It's truly amazing how much you were able to get to & film the rooms. Thank you for sharing & bringing us along with you ❤ on your fantastic adventure !!!!!

[@pinkpixies648]

i know i'm late in saying this but top floor was were the servant's would have slept and all those narrow stair cases were for the servants as well

[@tracy85777]

@@pinkpixies648 that's what I assumed when I saw it

[@joshriver75]

This place was incredible! You still the urban explore king!

[@flashstylepizzaz7772]

Thank you for sharing in the cold! That was a Beauty!! Porches, grand front door, massive windows, window seats, windows with cast iron outside, pump organ, super high ceilings, ornate fireplaces, Huge house, mountains view, columns outside. What more could anybody want?

[@pennyfields491]

That was a tin hip bath. You set on the stool part and washed yourself in the round tub part. Hot water was brought from a water source and carried in jugs. It's called a hip bath they are pretty rare. I have one and I collect antiques. The little door with wooden handle would be for milk or egg delivery .

[@Anna-ot3bk]

I saw one of these in President Truman's birthplace. It probably took a very small amount of water and I suppose you would sit in it first to clean all of the top parts of your body and then sit on the little stool to finish off with your legs and feet.

[@nadinemasteller1089]

As I've been looking through the comments, I've been hoping someone would know what that was and identify it. Thank you. Now that it's identified, I can see it's purpose.

[@rockfangd]

Thank You. Love to learn new things

[@b.a.d2249]

I've never heard of that wow the milk box we had one in 1961+

[@billbowers268]

This house is part of history. Too bad state wouldn't step in and help preserve it .

[@kathrynhermann5252]

That's what the Democrats do just let it fall apart they don't care about our history they say we're a racist Nation. if we're so racist how in the hell did Barack Obama get elected?

[@billbowers268]

@@kathrynhermann5252 excuse me But parties have nothing to do with it. Local officials are responsible for that . While your on it Republicans are a piece of work to. If they had it their way everybody that wasn't rich would be exterminated. Even though there are so good ones .

[@DD-th2bd]

@@kathrynhermann5252 congrats you're the first one to make it political for no reason.

[@sheilamelton5024]

The cast iron door that's on the porch is a fireplace cleanout. A great video if an awesome time capsule!

[@susanfaulkner2304]

Yes!

[@timlevy267]

please would someone save this house, can not stand seeing a beautiful old house not being used.

[@kathygalloway2990]

An amazing home why are they just letting it rot makes me sad if those walls could talk this is history so sad

[@kristineguetschow9134]

Those narrow staircases in these old mansions were those traversed by the servants.

[@chaosdemonwolf1]

And the third floor was their quarters.

[@boobooiswho5661]

Beautiful, incredible, amazing abandoned home. I am in love with it. Its sad it's just left to fall apart. It wouldnt take much to save it. Maybe it's the history that's caused its owners to let it go, obviously built during slavery. The 3rd floor was for servants and the narrow encased stairs were for the servants. One has to wonder why iron plates were needed for the 3rd floor windows, imagine to prevent escape? Thank you for sharing this beautiful historic home.

[@stevenkaskus6173]

True

[@urbanexploringwithkappy1773]

That would be a long way too jump! I’d assume it was a more practical purpose like keeping birds from flying in if you opened the windows! But always open to hearing ideas! I’ve never claimed to know everything!

[@horseyhorselips3501]

I agree servants stairway
And third floor servants corders

[@snakey973]

I'm pretty sure that was a barn owl, not a hawk- an endangered bird. Super cool

[@tashasmith6179]

I was thinking owl, too.

[@joshriver75]

It was definitely an owl. But I'm nearly certain it was actually a Barred owl and not a Barn owl.
Nevertheless, still very cool to see. I live in southern Ohio, not to far from this area and ive only ever got a good look at an owl on a few occassions in 45 years.
Its fascinating their wings are nearly silent.
Also Barn owls arent endangered. They are the most populous species in the U.S.

[@mamiebobb4173]

Slow the film down and it's clearly a beautiful owl. Bet you that despite the cold, there isn't a mouse anywhere to be found near that place!

[@stacytaddiken7634]

I agree..definitely a barn owl 🦉

[@joshriver75]

@@stacytaddiken7634 this isn't a barn owl.
Its actually a barred owl

[@veronicamorgan8103]

Pretty sure the metal door on the porch was for removal of ashes on the upper floors.

[@Granny2470]

Exactly what I was thinking...

[@hollywebster6844]

How would that work? Was there something upstairs like a chute to put the ashes down?

[@veronicamorgan8103]

@@hollywebster6844 yes, go back and watch the video.

[@hillaryspillman1553]

Now that makes sense!

[@horseyhorselips3501]

I agree on ash removal on gray steel door

[@patriciasentz4950]

What a great old place from WAY back in the day! Those windows on the first floor go from floor to ceiling! It's nice to see a house this old with no vandelism.

[@lindagreen1105]

This old home sould be preserved. Lovely.

[@sonyadavidson1529]

As I sit alone watching this I say out loud "Go upstairs" lol. It's nice to explore 😊 thanks for these videos.

[@urbanexploringwithkappy1773]

I show every room I’m able too in this house! Think it’s my longest video I’ve ever posted, was trying out a different style! Hope you enjoy! Thanks for watching!

[@jimmyfortrue3741]

21:59 only see that in the most upscale mansions... Used for drying wet winter gloves and hats shoes and such.
This is only the second time I've seen one of those.

[@stevethecountrycook1227]

I was wondering what type of warmer/dryer that was. My first thought was a towel warmer, but that would not make sense to have that in the basement. your thoughts are probably correct. I have never seen one before though, and I am 60.

[@pamelahsmithsmith2366]

I had wondered what that was..thanks

[@jackielong9927]

We used to lay our mittens on top. Never had that need shelving.

[@jesseostone386]

I imagine the fine leather and woolens of the era would need a gentle drying, and not simply laid on top like we common folk would do! Interesting bit of antique trivia!

[@kimbrundige6320]

I finally got to take my hubby to see my old grandparents home. It was tore down with a new home built on it. I cried hard Missed my heritage.

[@debraellison6255]

This took my breath away when you walked in and I saw the size of the entry and the staircase. Would so love to restore this one. I could see all my grandchildren playing hide and seek. The organ was sad. Too bad it wasn't kept upstairs. Someone is still their. A large energy floated by in the upper left side when you started showing the organ. That was pretty cool. Maybe they were hoping you were there to take care of this grand house.😊

[@susidowns5288]

EITHER YOU ARE SO YOUNG OR I AM SO OLD. I LOVE HOW YOU CAN APPRECIATE OLD HARDWARE AND STRUCTURE. THAT IS A GREAT HOUSE.

[@kristineguetschow9134]

The fireplaces in the bedrooms weren’t seen by guests, so they were strictly utilitarian.

[@robertmanley7556]

AMAZING !!! What a rare find !! Sure hope someone saves this old girl it can still be saved a lot of money and time but it is so worth it !! Look at those windows , and that staircase !! And those porches !! Can't believe that the original sink and claw foot tub is still there !! This is a true part of history and should have been put on The National Historic Registry !! Thank you for freezing to film it for us to enjoy !! Another wonderful job well done Kappy !!

[@urbanexploringwithkappy1773]

Unfortunately this house is on the historic register but it’s done the house no good sadly! Thank you for watching!!

[@MC-342]

Someone's dream house once upon a time. Beautiful 💖

[@beachcaving]

Just had to take another look at this brick majestic mansion. She is very stout yet enchanting. Someone needs to save her and spend long summer nights on the wonderful sleeping porches. Thanks Kappy!

[@karenwhiley-byrnes1850]

Dream house..csn picture in full of hustle and bustle in its day.

[@serenasapphire8883]

Wow!!! AMAZING!!! I love this house so MUCH!!! I would love to live there. So that really cool porch had a bedroom up there- I watched a documentary about tuberculosis times they would sleep on outside porches and made them especially during that time period. Those bathrooms were my favorite!! Can't believe the tubs and sinks were still there- definitely early 19-teens or 20's so beautiful!! I hope someone will save that place. Was an amazing layout!! Thanks Kappy! It was so cold that you could hardly breath! But the place looked so cool in the snow. Going to watch again!

[@jackielong9927]

My grandma had to sleep on the porch. She must of had tb she only said that she was ill.

[@shellymiller7101]

I just loved that house, why is someone not restoring her ...the historical value alone..not to mention the high end add ons in the house that havent been stripped away...the porches and hardware hip roof....would love to see her in person....thanks for sharing love your eye..and the way you let the house talk thru the camera...looking forward to your next finds..stay warm and safe!

[@kimberlyvanhelden8100]

This is one hell of a gem!!! Great find, one of my favorites, and the history makes this even better. The bones of this grand old lady is still in great shape. I would love nothing more than to see someone buy it and fix it up to the way it was supposed to look like! Thank you so much for sharing this beauty with us!💜💜

[@patricialenaburg6553]

Amazing to see this beautiful old home had all it's parts. No missing pieces, fireplace mantels all there, all door knobs, trim, etc.. It's a shame to see it go to ruin. Thanks Kappy, you out did yourself.

[@fracturedfauve]

Thank you for braving the cold to bring us this spectacular old house. I hope someone sees the historical value in it and restores it.

[@beachcaving]

Thank you, Kappy! My heart slipped a couple beats at the initial screen shot! This brick manse will take multiple immensely delightful views to experience every second. AMAZING mansion! Thank you for all your hard work for us armchair urbexers! You Rock!!😁🤘💯❣

[@trudirrinhard508]

Kappy you did this magnificent house true justice! This is the best explore I have seen in a long time. Thank you!

[@lindalrb3864]

Fantastic! Take me there on a warmer day.
The cast iron door reminds me of the one in our basement when I was a kid living in New York it was our coal bin door. The guy would come with a truck and the truck had a long arm with a few bends, or elbows if you will. The guy grabbed and yanked the door swung it open and set the end inside.
Now, in your video you showed the basement with a cement ramp. Ours had a ramp. Inside the door sat a big wheel barrow. It was filled and the guy closed the door and left a note rolled up in the handle of the door.
I loved watching the process.
I was in the basement one day hiding and the coal was let in and I turned black from the smoke. My mother was so mad at me for dirtying my clothes n hair.

[@JuddyandRobynAlways]

That's what I was thinking of that metal door on the porch. It's for unloading coal into a bin, especially knowing it was in WV.

[@freckles3705]

It would wonderful if someone restored this and framed a piece of the wallpaper in each room to use for a base for original colors.

[@vivians9392]

I was raised in a house with a claw footed bathtub...easy to relax in.

[@vivians9392]

Me, too...

[@MrBrombomb]

What a beautiful & unique house. Judging by the clawfoot tub , Cast iron sink & 1920s toilet being stored on the third floor, the bathroom probably was added to the house in 1920s, with the original toilet being replaced by the 1970s American Standard Cadet that is currently in the bathroom during the 1970s, I wonder what the purpose was of the metal cabinet built in to one of the radiators in the basement. This house should definitely be saved & restored.

[@MsMNnice]

It's a built-in warming cabinet found in the dining area to keep plates of food warm. It looks like it's located in the room up the stairs from the kitchen area in this video.

[@sarahstrong7174]

@@MsMNnice Thats what I thought too.

[@nadinemasteller1089]

@@MsMNnice You're right. I went back and looked and it shows up at 8:15 in the dining room.

[@judycastle5318]

Kappy, you are a champ to endure a very, very cold day in West Virginia to show us this beauty from the Civil War!

[@KitKat-ts4wp]

Boy, do you have no winter clothes? We are a married couple in the mid 50s. We love your "adventures". You do a very very very great great great job. For us it`s so interesting and fascinating to see The difference between old american and european decayed houses. We are now over two years subscribers from your channel. There is indeed one point : When it is possible take a closer look to find some dates! You do this not often. 👀 Please stay healthy and safe. Lovely greetings from Germany 😉🥰😄

[@sedoragreen8028]

And we are a married couple both age 72. We’ve been married 54 years come June. My husband was drafted in 1967, right during the Vietnam War. But by the Grace of God he was sent to Germany and I was able to go over and be with him. We were in a tiny little town called Budingen, in an apartment found for us by a taxi driver named Frenchie who befriended my husband. Frenchie was friends with another taxi driver named Heinrich Kern who had the apartment available so Frenchie snagged it for us. Lol. It was in the second story of Mr. Kern’s garage and there was one other apartment up there lived in by a little German lady whose name was Frau Papa. We shared the bathroom on the landing with her. She crocheted, embroidered, etc. and she gave us several items during our stay that she had made. She was just wonderful. Still have them, of course, and they are treasured still. It was a lovely little town and your country is beautiful. We loved it. All the best and stay healthy over there.

[@KitKat-ts4wp]

@@sedoragreen8028 Thank you for this interesting story. We wish you good health and all the best from Northern Germany.

[@pamelamcfadden337]

@@KitKat-ts4wp Grüß Gott from a former Tölzer..Lived 5 years in the lovely Spa village of Bad Tölz. And I laughed at
" Boy do you not have winter clothes!? " lol!!

[@lawannarobinson9900]

Kappy this was one huge winner of a video. I love reading all of the amazing comments and now I must review this video one more time for what I may have overlooked. This has to be the best explore of all times. To see how cold you were in this house gave me a chill, thanks for all you went through to show us all this beauty. Regards from Maryland

[@gillwyatt8103]

What a grand old lady - they don't build them like that anymore!! You could play tennis 🎾 in some of those rooms and in the hallway!! Maybe the hawk has a nest in the attic? Very interesting thanx! Gill 🇬🇧

[@Granny2470]

@@imgood8341 no need to be rude!

[@gillwyatt8103]

@@Granny2470 thank you Bobbi but this person's comment is of no importance to me. I do, however, appreciate you taking the time to point out his rudeness!! 😃

[@Granny2470]

@@gillwyatt8103 you’re welcome...🤗

[@What_For]

If you think about it that house was relatively new at the time of the Civil War. A very well built house and could definitely be saved. Probably the favorite of all you've done so far. Mostly because of it's potential and location looks good. Someday I hope you are able to find the historic home of your dreams and restore it. You have such an appreciation early homes. Would've like learn more about its role in the Civil War. Good job on all your videos. Stay safe. Some structures aren't worth the risk.

[@Nightbird1914]

Interested as well as to the sympathies of the original owners. North or South. It would have been built prior to West Virginia splitting from Virginia to stay in the Union.

[@janicecopeland9083]

One of the best homes you have ever shown. IMHO

[@deeholbrook8219]

As a lifelong resident of the beautiful state of West Virginia, I would love to know the area where this home is located. I love Civil War history and the details of the exact battle fought here would be an amazing detail to share.
PS... the little door in the porch stairwell wall is probably a door to a fireplace ash clean-out. Also, the ramp in the basement, in the room with the two blue pressure tanks, is probably a ramp going to the coal bin. The ramp would allow easier transport of coal from the coal bin to the boiler in the next room.

[@shelleymflorida]

I’m originally from WV and I’d love to know also!

[@carmentustin9635]

I am from WV as well. I would love to know where this is located.

[@ndog2005]

What a find, House is gorgeous. If I was a 100 years younger would love to restore.

[@denisebolton7191]

It's so sad to see these old beauties withering away, but it's amazing how they hold their beauty and majesty in their decay. This home is still in pretty good shape it looks like. Very good bones. The woodwork was fantastic and the transom window just wow!! A lot of the fixtures were from the early 1900's. The back staircase looks to be used by servants. The 3rd floor may have been quarters for the servants. It was very plain, low ceilings. Guessing by the age of the house. What ever it's fate, she's beautiful. Thanks for taking us along for the adventure.

[@maureengill6031]

I wish I had the money to restore this house! It would be my dream house!
I’ll just have to dream about it! Thank you for taking us on this wonderful tour!

[@summerrain8181]

Thank you for at least telling us what state the houses you explore are in. That is a very important part of making your viewers be a part of the exploration. Love watching your videos.

[@tommarshall1335]

Hi Kappy, I've noticed you mention the window seats in a lot of those older brick and stone homes. I used to do a lot of renovating on old homes in my younger days and found most of those window seats were used as storage and most of them you could lift the seat up and some times it would surprise you what you could find. You might want to check them out in your future filming. I really enjoy your videos. Keep it up. Tom

[@wandajenkins3322]

Gorgeous house and great view from the porch. Big rooms with great fireplaces. Wish I have the money and was 30 years younger!

[@kristy7174]

I Can't believe they haven't saved this house with its history. Do you know if its marked as a historical landmark? To be renovated? Man i wish i had cash I'd buy it. Love the layout n staircases n big ass windows! Be safe n well n warm.

[@1967BlackRose]

Loved this explore! I appreciate how thoughtful you are within the old walls of 'home's. Perfect speed for watching as well.

[@kathygardner9855]

That’s one of my favorites that you’ve done!! Sorry you were so very cold~ you did an awesome job showing us around an amazing home..I really, really wish I could spend the $$$ to have it brought back to life! I just love the unique features. Thanks!!

[@jaykupjack3971]

Thank you for showing us this one time lovely home. You still find the coolest places to check out . So once again Thanks man !

[@valeriaabrams4930]

I love porches too Kappy. I grew up in a two story house built in 1936. It had a nice porch, I sat out there all the time.

[@madambutterfly5343]

Oh my gosh Kappy! I was saying wow, wow, wow the whole video! Absolutely beautiful old home, the fireplaces were gorgeous. I’m completely in love with the pink bathtub. Loved all the door knobs, thanks for showing those. Outstanding video Kappy!!! This is one of my favorites! Thanks for letting me tag along.

[@lisasuhonen1489]

This house is absolutely gorgeous. One of my favorites you've explored so far!

[@stevefarms7494]

That house should be saved . It still in great shape to be saved .. And it will last many yrs to come ..

[@patriciavia7491]

I'm from WV. Can't say I've ever seen this one. Go to Weston, WV. Take the road toward Walkersville. On the right sits a mansion. No one lives there when I was 9. I'd love to see it.

[@eleanormattice3598]

Could you actually give us some history of the houses you explore? Like who were the owners, what was the local history going on when this house was occupied and special facts about the structure's involvement with that local history. It makes the video more interesting. Thank you.

[@claudettebean2094]

I agree. I always feel let down when vid is over!!!!

[@maryp8388]

What a stunning home! I wish some local historical org would try to save it

[@louisemissouri4410]

So much to this house. The first room would have been for reception of guests the second for family as the most ornate fireplace was for prestige. They downgraded the fireplace as guests wouldn’t see it. The bedrooms also had plain fireplaces.
The metal box in the porch stairwell was the old fuse box for electrical.
The first floor porch was for summer sleeping if the house was too hot.
If you check these old houses carefully you will find there are small doors on either sides of the windows with a small knob and blinds would fold out and create privacy and block afternoon sunlight. Thanks for sharing this.

[@lindaclark568]

You know,most of us could never get to look at this without you. You are definitely interesting. Dang a hawk so close. The cold is when when they hunt, so I've been told.

[@gasparocelloman9852]

One of Kappy’s best for sure.

[@Lady_C83]

Absolutely beautiful house I’d love to restore it to it former self. 😍Thank you for sharing

[@jilldavis7229]

This house was AMAZING!!! I loved it!!! Gorgeous, old plantation home! If I were 40 years younger, wanted to live in VA, liked the snow & cold & had lots of money...(which I don’t) I would buy this fabulous home, fix it up, re-plumb, re-wire, insulate & restore it to as much of it’s original beautiful self as I could!!! The banister, baseboards, fireplaces, windows, window casings, doors, door casings, door hardware as well as the windows around the doors were breathtaking!!! I loved the brick! This is one of the best that you have ever done Kappy!!!👍 Thank you for sharing this epic find!!! I loved it ❤️❤️❤️

[@shelleymflorida]

It’s in WEST VIRGINIA, not Virginia👍🏻

[@jilldavis7229]

@@shelleymflorida
Sorry Shelley, dumb girl from the west here, knows nothing of back east 😳😵‍💫😵 Thanks for straightening me out 👍🙏❤️

[@sandih9084]

Your heart and soul is in all your videos of these beautiful homes and that’s why I love your adventures. 💕 thank you for sharing. I love this house a lot and the snow made it more beautiful.

[@Granny2470]

I really enjoyed this house! Absolutely beautiful in it’s day! The windows were great love everything about this house! Thank you Kappy

[@urbanexploringwithkappy1773]

Thank you for watching!! Me too! (:

[@lucybieller7604]

That is an amazing house! One of the radiators on the first floor had some kind of built in cupboard area. I never saw anything like that before? I would love to see that place restored. So many rooms! Looked like a rural location too. Perfect! Thanks for sharing this explore! You and those birds. Lol. ✌

[@chaosdemonwolf1]

It was for keeping bread or pies warm

[@clairwaucaush7225]

This house has to be saved! Take out all the debris and junk the floors still look great. What a cool interesting layout. Any kids would love growing up in this place. Hopefully someone seeing the video will inquire about it. Wow, one cool house!

[@LL-sq8se]

That place was massive! Thanks for letting us see it! It was very interesting! 👌🙋🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🧚🧞🕊️

[@tashasmith6179]

Absolutely beautiful. It's HUGE!!! I could get lost in a house that big. I try to imagine people hiding down in the basement while a war battle was going on in the front yard. I bet they were terrified. I would have been 😳😬😲😯

[@susanmiller4159]

What an awesome old house. Loved that radiator with the doors on it. Those windows and doors. Magnificent. As always I get so excited to see those big wide hallways. Growing up in a drafty old (but small) house usually makes me not want to dive into a restoration home. With a little lotto win, I’d be tempted to take this one on. Thanks so much for tour. ❤️

[@wknfriends4138]

I was wondering if the radiator with the doors on it was used for warming some thing, keeping some thing warm? Water bottles? Only a Historian would know I guess.

[@sjastram]

That is for keeping plates of food warm. That room would hsve been the dining room.

[@MissouriCrookedBarnHomestead]

There are so many of these types of homes in the South. People get in fights over the estate after someone dies, end up posting properties and not allowing anyone else to live in them, and they sit, rotting away instead of allowing someone else to take over the place and maintain it.

[@Ms.Me123]

Agree, its one of your best previews.

[@Punkieinthehouse]

I could hear and feel how cold you was in this video, Thank you for making the videos I really enjoy them .

[@jbase1436]

Kappy, I must say, you explore some of the most beautiful homes on here out of all of the other urban explorers. Keep up the great work!! I'm looking in the near future to purchase one of these beauties and restore it to original condition, preferably as close to home as possible.

[@kristineguetschow9134]

Gorgeous house/mansion. From the outside, it looks livable. Thank you for this tour!

[@meganh1834]

I love this home. ❤ Thanks for sharing!

[@lauriemcnaughton5916]

Beautiful house, and still in fairly good shape considering it's age! I love the old doors, the ones with the vertical panels, and those downstairs fireplaces...wonderful! Found it strange that there were no fireplaces in those 3rd floor rooms. Thanks for showing us this one, Kappy!

[@michelemunroe1387]

No fireplaces because these rooms were likely servant/slave quarters.

[@urbanexploringwithkappy1773]

I assumed that since heat rises when all the other fireplaces were going, the top floor would be pretty toasty I’d imagine!

[@dragoncrackers7660]

People should check tax records on these old places. If they are delinquent, it may be possible to get it... depends on state laws but in most Southern states you pay taxes for three years and they notify the deed holder and if they don't pay you back within 90 days, the title gets transferred over to you.

[@ronda7340]

Omgoodness what an incredible house!!!! What I would give to see it when it was first built and first moved in....oh my why why why did somebody let this sit and rot...what an absolute shame...great great find kappy!!!!!

[@karenjames953]

One last thing.
You are one brave soul to be going into these places all by yourself.
I'd be so afraid that someone or something would get me.