717 Pleasant Valley Road, Owensboro, KY 42303

Oldest standing home in Daviess County, also known as the Haphazard property, is a sprawling estate that is on the National Register of Historic Places.   Built in 1820, this estate has a long and very fascinating history, going back to it's original owner, George Mason, who was a delegate to the Constitutional Convention and whom was inspirational to Thomas Jefferson in the the writing of The Declaration of Independence and was also influential to James Madison in the writing of the Bill of Rights..  The property which at the time was 8,000 acres, was granted to Mr. Mason in 1787.   The original LOG home was built around 1820 and was two 20' x 20' rooms w/ a 12' breezeway separating the two rooms.   From there, this property evolved over time with each owner putting their own unique touch on it.  The current owners modernized the home, while maintaining it's historical character & integrity.  Custom original handmade fireplaces, custom original trim & moldings, original yellow pine, oak & american chestnut floorsThe home has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms with over 8500 total square feet and sits on a little over 4.5 acres.  Updated kitchen, updated bathrooms, His & Hers Master Baths, Main floor primary bedroom and a Main floor guest room w/ full bath.  Large basement that features over 1800 finished square feet w/ a kitchen, 5th bedroom/office, family room and a full kitchen.  Basement walks out to the very nice 10' pool!   This is a MUST see for yourself home to fully appreciate it's history, quality and integrity!