Simply Stunning

Meticulously preserved and rich in history, this remarkable Second Empire/Italianate-style residence seamlessly blends over 145 years of architectural character with modern-day comfort. Built c.1877 on land known as the Bickel Addition, the home was commissioned by James Kavanaugh, co-owner of Kavanaugh & Pollard Grocery, then Elkhart’s largest grocery business. It was later home to renowned architect E. Hill Turnock, whose work includes Ruthmere Mansion.

Rated “Outstanding” in an survey of Elkhart County for its architectural integrity, this three-story home retains nearly all of its original architectural features. Offering 3,644 square feet, it features 3.5 baths and 5 bedrooms, with potential for a 6th. Historic details include soaring 12-foot+ ceilings, 10-foot hardwood doorways and pocket doors, crown molding, refinished hardwood floors, three staircases, and servant pass-throughs.

Highlights include a parlor with original library built-ins, a great room with a fireplace, a billiard room, a sunroom, and a Coppes kitchen. Modern updates, including a new boiler system, tankless water heater, and water softener, provide contemporary convenience while preserving the home’s historic integrity.

Professionally maintained and extensively documented, this extraordinary property offers a rare opportunity to own a significant piece of Elkhart history. No restrictions; this home is not registered.

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