214 S STATE Street, Elgin, IL 60123

Welcome to 214 S. State Street, a distinguished historical home in Elgin, IL, known as the Pelton Mansion. This remarkable property, built in 1889 for Dr. Ora Levant Pelton, Sr. and his wife, Anna, has been owned by only two families and has been a cherished part of the Historic Elgin House Tour for many years. Designed by the renowned Elgin architect and builder, Gilbert M. Turnbull, this home is a stunning example of Stick Style architecture with Eastlake detailing.    **Exterior Features:**  - **Architectural Details:** Stick Style with Eastlake detailing on porch columns and second-floor balcony, gorgeous spindlework and balustrade detailing, clapboard siding, high tower, and sculptured chimneys.    **Interior Features:**  - **Grand Entry:** The interior greets you with a grand entry staircase, Victorian detailed newel posts, original lighting fixtures, a stunning chandelier, pocket doors, a marble fireplace mantle, and incredible inlaid wood floors.  - **Dining Room:** Complete with a coffered ceiling, pocket doors, French doors leading to the den, and an original swinging wood door leading to the butler's pantry and kitchen.  -** Kitchen:** The kitchen retains its original charm with yellow pine cabinets, a secret stairway leading to the second floor, and charming original vintage stove.   - **Wood Varieties:** The house contains nine different kinds of woods, including carved oak, birds eye maple, yellow leaf pine, sycamore, knotty pine, and gum wood. Details of these woods can be found in the carved leaves above the main level rooms.  - **Main Floor:** Also features a small library and a powder room.    **Second Floor:**  - **Bedrooms:** Four bedrooms, a detailed fully enclosed sun porch, two full baths, and a powder room, built in storage, and linen closet next to former maid's room.     **Third Floor:**  - **Additional Bedrooms:** Four bedrooms, a full bath with a clawfoot tub, walk-in closets, and Victorian suitcase closets for additional storage.  - **Stained Glass Skylight:** An exquisite detailed stained glass skylight in the center of the upstairs foyer.    **Additional Features:**  - **Garage:** A two-story garage with space for six cars on the first level and an unfinished second level with stunning interior ceiling details.    This historical home is not just a residence but a piece of Elgin's rich history, offering a unique blend of architectural beauty and modern convenience. Don't miss the opportunity to own a part of history. Contact us today to schedule a viewing and experience the timeless elegance of 214 S. State Street.