Basic Information:

Bedrooms: 5

Full Bathrooms: 2

Half Bathrooms: 1

Type: Residential

Sub Type: Single Family Residence

MLS Number: 9972505

Lot Acreage: 2.15000

Living Area: 4,431

Year Built:1867

Elementary School: Holston

Middle School: South Central

High School: West Ridge

Public Remarks: Step into history with modern comfort! Welcome to 1549 Highway 126 in Bristol, TN — a breathtaking Federal-style estate listed on the National Historic Registry and brimming with timeless character. Built in 1867, this 5-bedroom, 3-bath residence sits on 2 beautifully manicured acres and offers over 4,400 square feet of refined living space. From original on-site kiln-fired bricks to hand-painted feather-finish doors and marble fireplaces, the craftsmanship of this home is simply unparalleled. Inside, you'll find soaring ceilings, richly preserved hardwood floors, and period details at every turn. Yet, this home doesn't sacrifice function for beauty — it's been thoughtfully updated to blend historic elegance with modern convenience, including spacious gathering areas, a main-level in-law suite, and updated systems. Located just 5 minutes from The Pinnacle, the Tri-Cities' premier shopping and dining destination, and only 5 minutes to Bristol Regional Medical Center, this property is ideally situated for both lifestyle and accessibility. Whether you dream of a distinguished private residence or envision operating a boutique bed-and-breakfast, this rare property offers endless possibilities. Schedule your private tour today and experience the legacy, location, and luxury this historic treasure has to offer!

Listing Courtesy:Century 21 Legacy

More Listing Info:

AC:Central Air: true

AC:Heat Pump3: true

Amenities:Landscaping: true

Appliances:Built-In Electric Oven: true

Appliances:Convection Oven: true

Appliances:Cooktop: true

Appliances:Dishwasher: true

Appliances:Microwave: true

Appliances:Refrigerator: true

Contract Info:Foreclosure: No

Door Features:Storm Door(s): true

Door Features:Wide Doors: true

Exterior Features:Garden: true

Exterior Finish:Brick4: true

Exterior Finish:Wood Siding: true

Fireplace:Gas Log: true

Fireplace:Great Room: true

Fireplace:Living Room: true

Fireplace:Marble: true

Fireplace:Ornamental: true

Fireplace:Primary Bedroom2: true

Flooring:Ceramic Tile: true

Flooring:Hardwood: true

Garage:Carport Spaces: 3

General Property Description:# Fireplaces: 6

General Property Description:Above Grade SqFt: 4431.0

General Property Description:Acres: 2.15

General Property Description:Baths - 12: 1

General Property Description:Baths - Full: 2

General Property Description:Deed Book #2: 408C

General Property Description:Deed Page #2: 420

General Property Description:Elementary School3: Holston

General Property Description:High School3: West Ridge

General Property Description:HOA YN: No

General Property Description:Home Warranty: No

General Property Description:Lot Dimensions: 93,654 sq ft

General Property Description:Middle School2: South Central

General Property Description:Senior Community YN3: No

General Property Description:Total Rooms2: 16

General Property Description:Total SqFt Finished: 4431.0

General Property Description:Total SqFt Unfinished: 0.0

General Property Description:Zoning2: R 1

Heating:Fireplace(s): true

Heating:Heat Pump2: true

Heating:Natural Gas2: true

Heating:Radiant: true

Interior Features:Built-in Features: true

Interior Features:Eat-in Kitchen: true

Interior Features:Entrance Foyer: true

Interior Features:Granite Counters: true

Interior Features:Pantry: true

Interior Features:Restored: true

Interior Features:Soaking Tub: true

Laundry Features:Electric Dryer Hookup: true

Laundry Features:Washer Hookup: true

Levels:Two: true

Location Tax Legal Info:City Taxes: 0.0

Location Tax Legal Info:County Taxes: 1343.86

Other Rooms:Bonus Room3: true

Other Rooms:Other22: true

Other Rooms:Primary Bedroom: true

Other Structures:Outbuilding: true

Other Structures:Shed(s): true

Parking Features:Asphalt2: true

Parking Features:Carport: true

Parking Features:Driveway: true

Parking Features:Gravel: true

PorchPatioDeck:Covered: true

PorchPatioDeck:Front Porch: true

PorchPatioDeck:Patio: true

PorchPatioDeck:Porch: true

PorchPatioDeck:Rear Porch: true

Property Condition:Above Average: true

Remarks Misc:Directions3: Going south on I-81 at exit 74B toward Kingsport make the first left onto Island Road. Travel .04 miles then turn left onto Walnut Hill Road, go 1.2 miles. Turn right onto TN-126 Blountville Hwy. Property on the right .03 of a mile.

Remarks Misc:Public Remarks2: Step into history with modern comfort! Welcome to 1549 Highway 126 in Bristol, TN — a breathtaking Federal-style estate listed on the National Historic Registry and brimming with timeless character. Built in 1867, this 5-bedroom, 3-bath residence sits on 2 beautifully manicured acres and offers over 4,400 square feet of refined living space. From original on-site kiln-fired bricks to hand-painted feather-finish doors and marble fireplaces, the craftsmanship of this home is simply unparalleled. Inside, you'll find soaring ceilings, richly preserved hardwood floors, and period details at every turn. Yet, this home doesn't sacrifice function for beauty — it's been thoughtfully updated to blend historic elegance with modern convenience, including spacious gathering areas, a main-level in-law suite, and updated systems. Located just 5 minutes from The Pinnacle, the Tri-Cities' premier shopping and dining destination, and only 5 minutes to Bristol Regional Medical Center, this property is ideally situated for both lifestyle and accessibility. Whether you dream of a distinguished private residence or envision operating a boutique bed-and-breakfast, this rare property offers endless possibilities. Schedule your private tour today and experience the legacy, location, and luxury this historic treasure has to offer!

Roof:Metal3: true

Security Features:Smoke Detector(s): true

Sewer:Septic Tank: true

SqFt Details:Basement Total SqFt: 0

SqFt Details:Finished SqFt Level 1: 2489

SqFt Details:Finished SqFt Level 2: 1942

SqFt Details:Garage Total SqFt: 0

Structure Type:House: true

Style:Historic: true

TopographyLot Description:Rolling Slope: true

Utilities:Cable Connected: true

Utilities:Electricity Connected: true

Utilities:Natural Gas Connected: true

Utilities:Phone Connected: true

Utilities:Sewer Available: true

Utilities:Water Connected: true

View:CreekStream: true

Walls:Drywall: true

Walls:Other24: true

Water:Public: true

Window Features:Single Pane Windows: true

Window Features:Storm Window(s): true