Time-honored elegance

he home at 515 Ruth St. in Scott City has stood its ground for over 50 years.

It has seen summers come and go through its shady, screened-in porch. It's seen its share of holiday gatherings and first snowfalls. And it still looks great, especially after being remodeled.

Now it combines old-time elegance with modern convenience.

Even in the winter, the home's large screened-in porch is a great place to catch a glimpse of the changing seasons. And the home's high ceilings and classic white fireplace in the living room allow the perfect atmosphere for enjoying each and every season.

The fireplace has been updated to a gas-log, adding convenience in a traditional setting.

The original woodwork is a reminder of the pride in craftsmanship unmatched by some of today's cookie-cutter houses. Hardwood floors throughout the house give it a time-earned warmth.

The renovations that took place stayed true to the home's Victorian roots. Wallpapers feature delicate florals, and the carpeting on the stairs is new but reminiscent of something from Grandmother's house.

Highlights of the house include a large, classic dining room with two large windows, which allow natural light to pour into the room. There's also an antique brass-and-glass light fixture. A large all-white kitchen adds a modern twist. The cabinets are a spotless white, gleaming against a white ceramic-tile floor.

With a wealth of windows, the room practically glows with light. New appliances have been installed, including a white dishwasher and a white gas range. A large, old-fashioned pantry is also part of the charm of this classically stylish kitchen.

Both bathrooms of the house have been remodeled with updated tub-and-shower units, ceramic-tile floors and new hardware. One bathroom is located on the main floor, and one is located upstairs convenient to the four bedrooms. A large upstairs foyer would lend itself easily to a sitting room space.

Each of the bedrooms is equipped with the essentials of Victorian elegance: light from large windows and high ceilings. Those two elements make decorating easy.

The laundry room also is conveniently located upstairs near the bedrooms. Laundry easily can be exchanged without having to haul baskets up and down the stairs.

This home also has some nice outdoor amenities, including a carport, fenced-in back yard, a back-yard storage shed and a patio area, which could be made into an outdoor entertainment area.

Perhaps one of the most appealing aspects of this home is its price. Listed at $105,000, it offers a lot of space -- over 2,600 square feet -- for a relatively low price. This home is listed with Hill Realty, 339-1600. An open house is being held from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. today.

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