513 S Church St, Garyville, LA 70051

Description

Welcome to 513 South Church Street, a distinctive South Louisiana home with a story that reaches back to the days when the land surrounding Garyville was part of the historic Hope Plantation. The Hope Plantation property dates to the 19th century and was part of the agricultural landscape that helped shape the community of Garyville. Today, this home stands as a tangible reminder of that earlier era—a time when homes were constructed with an emphasis on craftsmanship, substantial materials and longevity. Built in approximately 1915, this home possesses something increasingly difficult to find: the substance and craftsmanship of a bygone era. This isn’t modern construction made to resemble an older home. This is the real thing. Constructed largely of cypress, the home features the kind of heavy, substantial construction that was common more than a century ago. You’ll find true 2x4 and 2x6 dimensional lumber, genuine tongue-and-groove wood roof decking, walls and floors, and approximately 11-foot ceilings that give the interior an unmistakable sense of scale and character. The craftsmanship continues with beautiful Craftsman-style columns separating the formal living room and family room, while the home’s original character remains evident throughout. These are the details that are difficult—and often impossible—to reproduce in a modern home. And perhaps most impressive is what the house has endured. This home has weathered multiple South Louisiana hurricanes, yet its substantial construction has stood the test of time. Modern improvements, including updated plumbing and electrical systems in 2000, have been incorporated while retaining the character and integrity that make the home special. The roof is approximately six years old, and insulation has been added beneath the flooring system and in the attic. An additional bath could be added if preferred.