Property Attributes
- MLS#2026014313
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- ParishAvoyelles
- CityBunkie
- AreaNo Area
- NeighborhoodRural Tract (no Subd)
- Zip71322
- StyleOther
- Year Built1835
- Price$ 1,100,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage3532
- Lot Size22.07 Acres
Data Source:
Greater Baton Rouge MLS (GBRAR)
Property Description
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a treasured piece of Louisiana history! Built in 1835 and lovingly maintained by the same family for 8 generations, this remarkable Greek Revival home with Victorian influences is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Situated on 22.07 picturesque acres, the property is shaded by magnificent live oaks, pecan, magnolia, cypress, camellia, azalea, and fig trees. The grand front porch is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The main home offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, soaring 12’ ceilings, original cypress floors, two working fireplaces, a parlor/foyer, formal dining room, family room, spacious kitchen with cypress cabinets, gas range, double wall ovens, dishwasher, refrigerator, and an interior laundry/mudroom. There is a guest bedroom downstairs, full bath and a half bath. Upstairs features a sitting room with beautiful views, three spacious bedrooms, two full baths, and an abundance of closets Rare for a home of this age. Thoughtfully updated with all-new electrical (2008), central HVAC, and other modern conveniences while preserving its historic charm. A detached 900± sq. ft. cypress cottage includes 1 bedroom, 1 bath, kitchen, living room, central HVAC, and original wood floors, making it ideal as a guest house, office, or rental. Also included are a hobby/workout room, tractor shed, and garden shed. History comes alive-Sam Houston is said to have spent time in this home. The massive cypress frame was masterfully constructed using traditional mortise-and-tenon joinery with wooden pegs without a single nail. The main home was built from cypress harvested from the property’s own bayou. Conveniently located just 35 minutes from Alexandria, 1 hour 15 minutes from St. Francisville, and 1½ hours from Baton Rouge. Whether you’re looking for a unique primary residence, an income generating bed and breakfast or a venue for weddings and events, this property offers endless possibilities.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/5/2026 | Listed $1,100,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|---|
| Heating | 2 or More Units Heat,Central,Electric |
| Cooling | 2 or More Units Cool,Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s) |
| Roof | Metal |
| Appliances | Dryer,Washer,Microwave,Gas Cooktop,Dishwasher,Oven,Double Oven,Gas Water Heater |
| Gas Y/N | City/Parish |
| Patio/Porch Features | Porch |
| Architectural Style | Other |
| Security Features | Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Wood Siding,Frame |
| Year Built | 1835 |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Property Subtype | Detached Single Family |
| Waterfront Features | Waterfront,River Front |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
| County | Avoyelles |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | Rural Tract (no Subd) |
| Other Structures | Guest House,Storage Shed/Bldg. |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From Cottonport, continue on LA 29 through Evergreen. 130 Oakwold Ln on right past Evergreen. From Alexandria, take LA 71 south to Bunkie, then go left on LA 29 to 130 Oakwold Ln on left. |
| City | Bunkie |
| High School District | Avoyelles Parish |
| MLS Area | No Area |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 961369.2 |
| Carport Y/N | true |
| Home Warranty Y/N | false |
| Property Condition | Historical |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Primary Bedroom Level | Second |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | Avoyelles Parish |
| Elementary School District | Avoyelles Parish |
| First Bedroom Level | Second |
| First Bedroom Width | 17.5 |
| Legal Description | 5 AC (AG1) (FMV) (625.0 FRONT ON HWY 29) SEC 24 T1SR3E TAKEN FROM THE SE CORNER OF A 26.04 AC TRACT N BAYOU S HWY E WRIGHT (1.50 AC TRACT) W BAL OF 26.04 AC AGRI. BEING REMAINING BALANCE AFTER DON (A479-526)01009369 RURAL [HILLEREN (515-936)2005-00000518] |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Built-in Features,Ceiling 9'+ |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Wood |
| Fireplace Features | 2 Fireplaces,Gas Log,Masonry |
| Kitchen Level | First |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Sm Window Trtmt. |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Laundry Features | Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Inside |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Living Room Level | First |
| LivingAreaSource | Estimated |
| Kitchen Features | Counters Solid Surface,Kitchen Island |
| Total Baths | 4 |
| 1/2 Baths | 1 |
| Primary Bathroom Features | Walk-In Closet(s) |
| Kitchen Area | 160 |
| Kitchen Length | 16 |
| Kitchen Width | 10 |
| Primary on Main | 240.79 |
| Second Bedroom Width | 12.1 |
| Living Room Area | 448.4 |
| Living Room Length | 19 |
| Primary Bedroom Area | 318.32 |
| Primary Bedroom Features | En Suite Bath,Ceiling 9ft Plus,Walk-In Closet(s) |
| Primary Bedroom Width | 17.3 |
| Dining Room Level | First |
| Dining Room Area | 332.64 |
| Second Bedroom Level | Second |
| Bathroom 1 Level | First |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Lighting |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | 2 Cars Park,Carport |
| Lot Features | Divisible Lot,Shade Tree(s) |
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Lot Size Area | 22.07 |
| Foundation Details | Pillar/Post/Pier |
| Building Area Total | 5218 |
| Lot Size Acres | 22.07 |
| Waterfront Y/N | true |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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