Step into one of Uptown Charlotte’s most storied and admired residences. The iconic “Bootlegger House” is a rare opportunity to own a landmark property rich in character, history, and architectural charm. Built in 1894, this enchanting Eastlake Victorian has been lovingly preserved and thoughtfully modernized by its current owners. Its… Read More storybook façade, intricate millwork, and period details blend effortlessly with high-end updates for today’s lifestyle. A Storied Past During Prohibition, the home earned its nickname as a discreet destination for black-market liquor—cleverly hidden in a secret compartment in the foyer, still intact today. Its legacy has made it a beloved local treasure. Featured & Celebrated, this home and its lush gardens have been showcased on: • Mint Museum Home & Garden Tour • Wing Haven Garden Tour • Fourth Ward Secret Gardens Tour • Fourth Ward Christmas Tour • Cover feature of Our State Magazine • Charlotte Convention & Visitors Guide Unmatched Location & Views perfectly positioned on a prominent corner lot, the property offers rare, unobstructed city-skyline views—dramatic by day and dazzling by night. Located in the heart of Fourth Ward, the home is an effortless walk to Charlotte’s best dining, theaters, parks, museums, and nightlife. Thoughtfully Updated for the Future. The current owners have sized the upstairs HVAC to support a future second-floor addition over the rear dining room and kitchen, offering flexibility for expansion while preserving the home’s architectural integrity. Highlights include: Historic Eastlake Victorian architecture, Original period details + modern updates, Secret bootlegger compartment from the Prohibition era, Premier corner lot with skyline views, Gardens featured on multiple prestigious tours. Walkable to everything Uptown has to offer! Read Less
Finished Area Above Grade: 1876, Area: 1876, Architecture: "Victorian", Building Area: 1876, Construction Materials: "Wood", Year Built: 1894, Construction Type: Site Built
Cooling
Details: "Central Air"
Exterior Features
Features: "Fence"
Floors
Flooring: "Wood"
Heating
Heating: "Natural Gas", "Zoned"
Laundry
Description: "Main Level"
Lot
Features: "Corner Lot", "Green Area", "Pond(s)", "Views", Size: 0.11, Size Units: Acres, Land Included Y/N: 1
Roof
Description: "Architectural Shingle"
Utilities
Sewer: "Public Sewer", Water Source: "City"
Garage
Man Level Garage: 0
Interior Features
SqFt Lower: 0, Main SqFt: 1165, Third SqFt: 0, Unheated Total SqFt: 0
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