Old houses have a certain mystique and charm that newer houses do not possess. I enjoy looking at them in person and I also like to read descriptions of them when they are offered for sale. Of course, only positives are stressed; the fine workmanship, the many rooms, the connection with the past. Negative aspects of old houses are skipped over lightly as inconsequential. This morning, I’m going to pretend that I am trying to sell you an old house–not just any old house but the one belonging to Ned McNeil, Granger’s Mansion. In Moonlight Can Be Murder, it isn’t actually for sale nor is it apt to be. Anyhow, put reality aside for a moment and just dream.
Tucked away in the corner of a state bursting with history stands the house of your dreams. Granger’s Mansion. Built in 1889 by one of the founders of Ednalee, Oklahoma, this house is the end of the rainbow for some thoughtful buyer. A black wrought iron fence encloses the yard which, although in need of loving care, holds endless possibilities. The owner recently re-built a carriage house, taking care to replicate the original. It has ample room for two cars (or carriages) on the first floor, stairs lead to a fully livable apartment above. The vine-covered brick well is rumored to have a part in a long ago incident.
A snug porch, tucked in the ell-shape of Granger’s Mansion welcomes visitors. Inside, a spacious parlor with abundant windows offers plenty of room for a growing family or entertaining guests. Unique to this house is a fireplace in the dining room with a chimney going straight up to a second fireplace in the master bedroom above. 
The carved oak surround and mantel attest to the fine workmanship of a long-ago builder. Attached to the dining room is a covered porch or sunroom with windows on three sides. A small kitchen with period stove and sink offers room for an imaginative owner to judiciously update.
The house boasts original oak floors, unmarred by paint or carpet, both downstairs and upstairs.
The final downstairs room, perfect for reading or sewing or a hundred other uses connects to the hallway. A lovely oak bannister graces the stairway which leads to four upstairs bedrooms and a bath.
An attic and a basement area are boundless possibilities for any number of versatile uses.
The house comes with three lovely, wooded acres which are secluded and quiet. Perfect for a growing family or for someone who wants to just get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. This house is a Must See!
—————————————————————————————————————————————————— Find out more about the mysterious past of Granger’s Mansion plus a few exciting happenings in the present here:
Amazon.com
BarnesandNoble.com (The Cemetery Club Nook book is free here)
That is something else we have in common Blanche the love of old houses and buildings.
You are right, Deb. They have such character! Did your daughter get the ebook?
I know she got your email so I assume she did I will find out. Thanks again
That’s OK, Deb. We are forecast to have storms this afternoon and it’s raining now. How about you? I wish Canada could get some rain!
I know you’re a terrific writer, but you may also have a calling as a realtor. That description of the property was a masterpiece of highlighting the best and gently skipping over its less than stellar qualities. But I guess that shouldn’t be a surprise coming from a master storyteller!
Oh, my goodness, Peg! You’ve made my day! Now I’ll go waltzing through any coming storms. If you see me out in the rain, come pull me inside. You’re very sweet.
I would buy that beautiful house!
Thanks, Teresa. However, I have a sneaking suspicion it isn’t as beautiful as yours.