SOLD! $1,140,000 | MLS RES #4232923 COM #4232159
274 S Main Street , Waynesville, NC 28786
Poised at the highest point in downtown Waynesville, this stunning Queen Anne Colonial Revival estate is steeped in history. Built in 1902 by Charles and Annie Quinlan, this prominent landmark was once known as the Inn on Prospect Hill. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2005, the Quinlan House offers an exceptional blend of timeless charm and character. The home is situated in a parklike setting with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. Recent updates include a new roof, siding, furnace, refinished flooring, tile work, wall refinishing, updated electrical components, fresh paint, landscaping, and modern fixtures. With ample parking and CBD zoning, this property qualifies for a number of uses: commercial, residential, retail, office, B&B, amongst many others. Most recently home to a yoga studio, acupuncture/massage rooms, and offices on the upper floors, the charming space offers endless potential. This is a special opportunity to own a property with historical significance and unparalleled location in a storybook town- are you ready to write the next chapter of the Quinlan House?
A Property Steeped in History
This portion of Prospect Hill was inherited by Annie Gudger Quinlan by her family. Annie and her husband, Charles Quinlan built the Quinlan House on the site of her family’s home, which burned in 1901. Characterized by Queen Anne and Colonial Revival architecture, the home’s interior features both Craftsman and Colonial style details. The home served as their family residence until the 1930’s, when Annie began hosting boarders and tourists. Following her passing in 1955, the home was sold and operated as an inn and restaurant called the Inn on Prospect Hill until the 1980’s. The house has been lovingly restored and has served many uses in its current form, including bed and breakfast, home to yoga, massage, and acupuncture studios, office space, and antique store. The home was added to the National Registry of Historic Places in 2005, and is ready for a new owner to continue its story, deeply rooted in Haywood County history.
Ref: National Register of Historic Places Registration form, 2005
A Welcoming Space
The main floor features a classic and welcoming wraparound porch, reception area in the formal foyer, large communal spaces in what were originally sitting and dining rooms, several fireplaces, an expanded kitchen, multiple bathrooms and storage. The upper level includes several rooms with en suite bathrooms. An unfinished basement provides ample dry storage.
The Future of the Charles and Annie Quinlan Home
Situated on a prominent hill in downtown Waynesville, this stately home is zoned CBD- Central Business District, which qualifies it for a number of uses: commercial, residential, retail, office, B&B, amongst many others. The architecture and floorplan, though originally crafted as a primary residence, lend themselves to a variety of modern uses, whether it’s restored as a primary home, bed & breakfast, restaurant, art gallery, or office space. The architectural details and high quality construction materials combine to form an inviting space which is perfectly poised to remain a pillar of downtown Waynesville history.
Contact Reese Morgani or Collin O’Berry of Altamont Property Group to learn more or to schedule a showing for the Quinlan Home.
Reese Morgani
morganilife@gmail.com
828-782-5582
Collin O’Berry
collinoberry@kw.com
828-782-5582
