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Tarryall Historic Home Tour - I need Your Advice!

Tarryall Historic Home Tour - I need Your Advice!

Hey everyone, Sunday I went on an historical home tour - and I found a fantastic home! I want to share all the fabulous features of this property with you, and see what you think before I put in an offer. Of all the homes I saw, this one really caught my eye! Until now, although I love historical properties, I've always thought of them as 'money pits', and have been afraid to buy one, but this one doesn't look so bad.

Like most historical properties, it will need a little work here and there, but I think I'm up to the task. Please let me know what your thoughts are on this - purchasing real estate is SUCH an emotional process, wouldn't you agree?

;)

Ammenities are as follows:

Light, open and airy

Abandoned Post Office and General Store, Tarryall, Colorado

100+ year roof, and a lovely sun porch

Abandoned Post Office and General Store, Tarryall, Colorado

Jack and Jill master bath

Abandoned Post Office and General Store, Tarryall, Colorado

Architechtural details

Abandoned Post Office and General Store, Tarryall, Colorado

2 Car garage

Abandoned Post Office and General Store, Tarryall, Colorado

Outbuildings

Abandoned Post Office and General Store, Tarryall, Colorado

Amazing 360 mountain views

Abandoned Post Office and General Store, Tarryall, Colorado

Excellent school nearby!

Abandoned Post Office and General Store, Tarryall, Colorado

The owner is even willing to leave some of the furnishings! WhooHaa!

Abandoned Post Office and General Store, Tarryall, Colorado

So. What do you think? Should I take the plunge? LOL

This is actually the old Tarryall Post Office and General Store built in 1895, and was once the hub of a thriving community of lumberjacks, miners and their families. The old school house, originally built in 1898, was replaced by this larger building using the original bell and belfry in 1921. It still stands today, and is used for church services, weddings and funerals. These buildings are privately owned, and to my knowledge, not for sale.

Tarryall is gorgeous country - an amazing valley that stretches for miles at the base of the Tarryall Mountain Range. Everywhere I went, I saw free range cattle and horses all over this prime ranch land. Oh, how I love the west, and Colorado in particular!

This area is one of 11 National Natural Landmarks in the State of Colorado

Tarryall Mountains, National Natural Landmark

The ranch house in the foreground is an old homestead. Amazingly built and preserved, it is two stories. Look how small it is in comparison to it's surroundings. These are SERIOUS mountains!

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35 Comments on Tarryall Historic Home Tour - I need Your Advice!

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Yes, list that baby and buyers are lining up ---- all the best --- :-)

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Debi,

Two seater "historic homes" are pretty rare. A little color here and there, and this one is a keeper.

Rich

Bob and Carolin - List it? Heck no! This is my dream home - I want to buy it! LOL

Debi

LOL Richard - I'm thinking a little paint and it's good to go! You're right about the two seater thing, don't think I've seen one before. Ah, such a unique property.... It just screams "ME", don't you think?

Debi

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Debi---but how is the wallpaper? Are appliances included? I need to know these things before I could ever make a decision:)

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Looks like one of my listings! I'm a little upset that you didn't call me.

But I'm even more upset that you didn't mention it's best amenity......

The fact that it's has waterfront views from every hole window in the place!!!

Debi's Waterfront Property!

Charles, The wallpaper is tacky - too floral for my taste. I plan to strip it and paint....As for the appliances - it includes a wonderful wood cookstove, (no problem, I don't cook anyway), and the ice is stored in the shed. It'll do :)

Craig - I was afraid if I called you, you'd buy it out from under me! Simply couldn't risk it... And you're right! I completely forgot about the waterfront plus! When did you go out there and snap this shot? See, I knew you'd be nosing around!

Debi

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Ha! Ha! Ha!

Note to Charles: Debi doesn't even know where the kitchen is in her present home! The only thing she makes....are reservations!!!

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Debi, you almost had me...then came the photos...what a hoot! Great post.

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Hey, Debi. What are you waiting for? I am sure buyers are lined up for this one. LOL, Jim

Side note: Is Craig not the funniest person ever?

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DEBI...If the price is right go for it...LOL

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You had me! I was so excited for you and then I scroll down and see the pictures! Very good hook...I totally bought it! Awesome pictures. I felt like I was visiting Little House on the Prairie.

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Debi...

A little caulking and paint and she's as good as new!

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Hey Craig! Not fair! I know where the kitchen is - That's the room the phone is in that I use to make reservations! LOL

Rebecca - Gotcha! WhooHoo!

Jim, Yes, you're right. I don't want to miss out to someone else - like Craig for instance!

Hannah - They want a premium for this one, but I just don't feel I can pass it up.... ;)

Sharon - I got you too? Yea! Little House on the Prairie's got nothin' on this!

Richard - EXACTLY! My thoughts exactly! I'm all over this.... Thanks for the feature!

Debi

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Debi you are soo funny! I love the sun porch! :P

Hey Debra! I love it too! When I get settled in, I'll have you over for a glass of wine - we can sit on the porch and watch the cows.... LOL

Debi

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Debi THAT and the comments are priceless! You had us starting to tie on the thinking hat to help you! Beautiful mountains though!

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Debi - Like they say, it's all about location, location, location:-) Seriously, you've been used as a chew toy for wolves - you should be able to easily whip that property into shape. . .LOL

Al & Peggy - Lots of funny people here in the Rain! heck, the comments are the best part! LOL

LOL Myrl! You got that right! I'll have this place ship shape (as my dad would have said), in a week! Then you can join Debra and I for wine on the porch while we watch the cowboys cows.

Debi

Debi, I love the Jack and Jill bath. Talk about luxury.... :o)

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Do the Jack & Jill baths come with a Sears & Roebuck catalogue?

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Hey Debi,

Well, nothing a little paint won't fix! LOL. But seriously, Tarryall does look gorgeous and I will have to get out there to visit one of these days.

Steve

Hi Shirley - You know, This was really a big selling point for me. Nothing like a brisk walk on a cold winter morning to get your day going! :)

Michael - I had to negotiate for it, but yes. The catalog stays!

Steve, I agree! On both points - It really is a beautiful part of the world, you would not be disappointed! If you visit, be sure to stop by - I'll need some help with the painting!

Debi

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Hi Debi, While I love the sun porch and all the architectural details, I would only hope you get a home inspectionsbefore diving in LOL!! This was a great read, and the photos from Tarryall are just beautiful Debi! Love Craig's waterfront addition LOL!

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Debi you had me for a moment. I would advice against acquiring this property however you did take some awesome photos and the scene in the last photo is spectacular.

Oh you little trickster Debi, I too believed you found some cool historical home! I gotta say I'm not fond of your Jack & Jill bath, I like mine to flush and be located indoors, LOL.

Great photos as usual!

Hi Mary - Well then you'll have to join us as we sit on the porch and sip wine...I do plan to have an inspection, I want to know how many more years I have on the 100+ year roof. I'll let you know how it goes!

Hi Jennifer - LOL! I'll take your advice under consideration!

Hello Cynthia - But I did! I did! LOL I might decide to have the 'chair' they're leaving on the sunporch hooked up.... We'll see....

Debi

Great sense of humor, Debi! I love the black and white shots. It really captures the natural beauty of the property in its own dilapidated sort of way.

Thanks Sharon! I love b&w that look like an old western... LOL

Debi

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Debi, that was quite a funny lead-in with your opening comments! Those were fabulous photos and I think you did the right thing by capturing the beauty in black and white. :)

Leilani

Morning Leilani - Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it! It was a fun post to write :)

Debi

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Debi ~ I say go for it. It joins with nature and no need for air condition. This should keep the costs down.

Hey Monique! It gets really hot here in the summer - but there's always a nice breeze. With the home being so open, you're right, I won't need air conditioning! These are important things for a home buyer to consider.... LOL

Debi

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A wabi-sabi wonderful property! You know my answer...GO FOR IT! =o) If all MLS photos were this good, Realtors could sell ANYTHING! =o)

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Hey Cheryl - Too funny! Love, love, love the wabi sabi properties! Thanks!

Debi

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