107 W South St

The Magnificent Grand Root Mansion, is a Queen Anne style Victorian home, Built in 1892, Nestled in the heart of downtown Crown Point this nostalgic rare gem has never been offered to the public for 130 years. It has been completely restored over a 5 year restoration period. With the Victorian farmhouse feel and today’s modern conveniences this home meets today’s comfort and desires. Walk into this gorgeous entrance and go back in time with the Custom staircase, built in Bench, crystal chandeliers, gorgeous Wainscoting and beautiful floor designs! Original wood-beam ceilings, breathtaking crown molding throughout, custom designed fret work, chandelier lighting, spectacular Grand Fireplace with Granite surround and built in glass cabinetry. Large panoramic views, full glass windows make for beautiful bright lighting throughout this home. Wait until you see the completely restored original Floors made of Oak, Maple, Walnut and Cherry parquet. All the original doors have been restored with the original Copper hardware from 1892. The kitchen is a culinary dream, with an elegant dining area, boasting the gorgeous new color Antique White Glass Appliances, Smart refrigerator with AI family hub, and AI vision inside, unique Copper farmhouse sink, copper faucet, Amish-made Cabinetry, copper hardware, backsplash, granite countertops, dishwasher, custom built in microwave, built-in wine refrigerator located in the massive center Island, additional seating, and other amenities make this kitchen a culinary work of art. The Basement has been completely transformed into a beautiful living space, original amazing stone walls made of Native Indian Stone kept to its original look, along with hardwood floors, grand staircase, windows throughout and nook for a great wine room! This huge space is great for entertaining, related living whatever you can imagine. The second level spacious Main Suite has qualities of a grand historic hotel, with its own sitting room, private balcony, spacious bath with walk-in shower, private large soaking tub area, walk-in closet, amazing rounded vintage windows in main suite with gorgeous views. Additional bedrooms, and extra large Laundry Room are located on this level. The enormous Attic is completely finished too! What an amazing grand design this is you won’t believe with colossal 20’ cathedral ceilings, massive skylight, original historic windows, new hardwood flooring, spectacular staircase, custom built-ins offer lots of nooks to curl up and read a book along with the magnificent Queen Anne Turret. What a view from there!!! This level can be used as additional bedrooms, entertainment room possibilities are endless! This home offers all the modern conveniences of today & yesteryear, New HVAC system 96% efficiency, new digital boiler system, a state of the art heat pump system for the upper levels, Bluetooth thermostat, 4 ZONES, HOT WATER HEATER, SUMP PUMP, ATTIC INSULATION, new electrical throughout with 200 amp service, new plumbing, New GARAGE DOORS & OPENERS new electrical service. 3 CAR GARAGE WITH upper LOFT AREA. The exterior of this home is an original clear yellow Cypress from 1892, a nostalgic, Turreted Queen Anne design, large Gables, a massive wraparound porch where you can entertain and enjoy all the Main Street parades and activities in Crown Point right at your doorstep! A little history on the home…it was built for David A. Root, his wife Carrie Dyer Root and son Clayton.  David A. Root established Root Lumber Co. in 1892.  This house was the setting for many fine social events in Crown Point, Indiana. Call for your private showing 219-771-3535. Must be pre-approved. AGENTS welcome 2% commission.