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Monday, June 3, 2013
Before / After painting photos
We've been spending the late winter & early spring finally tackling the painting projects we've always wanted to do but never had the ambition. We somehow found the ambition...it was in the maid's closet. Right where we left it. Below are some of the before and after photos from these mini painting projects over the past few weeks / month. More rooms to follow - the office / library is next!!!
Saturday, February 9, 2013
Tuesday's Fergus Falls Daily Journal newspaper article
Fergus Falls Daily Journal decided to run an article about the Blyberg house and a few little-known facts, like how we came to own the property. Published Tuesday, 2/5/13: http://www.fergusfallsjournal.com/2013/02/05/home-steeped-in-pr-history-for-sale/
Don’t underestimate the power of mother’s persuasion.
When Eric and Tiffany Brown relocated to Oregon after college, Eric’s mother dropped some not-so-subtle hints that she would like the couple back in Minnesota, sending them pictures of the historic Blyberg House for sale in Pelican Rapids and arranging for a tour.
“She even sent us pictures while we were on our honeymoon in Hawaii,” said Eric.
Sensing mom was not going to let go, the couple agreed to look at the home and quickly became attached. But after nearly six years and a lot of commuting, the couple has put the historic home on the market.
“We love the house and are kind of heartbroken to let it go,” said Tiffany, adding that a job change for Eric meant the couple was spending more time driving than at home.
“Eric opened a second location of his parents’ Minneapolis business, Art Materials, in downtown Fargo, and I work as a vet tech in Detroit Lakes,” said Tiffany. “We’re hoping to move closer to one or the other town and spend more time with the kids.”
“It’s been a big part of our lives,” said Eric. “This is the place we thought we’d see our kids grow up, it’s a great home for families.”
Formerly working as a landscape architect, Eric expressed appreciation for how the grounds are laid out, and the structural quality of the house.
“It was built in 1883 by one of the founding fathers in the area, Otto Blyberg, with all the best materials — they just don’t build houses like this anymore,” he said.
The Italianate Victorian home features five bedrooms and 3 baths with 3,830 square feet of finished living space, and a 1,500-square-foot partially finished attic. While the home has been updated for modern convenience, the original hand-carved doors and trim, solid brass hardware, built-ins and some of the original glass windows have been maintained. The home boasts some historic firsts too — such as the first flush toilet and first electricity in the area — helping to secure its place on the National Register of Historic Places.
The home is offered for sale by owner for $349,999.
The size, location and character would lend itself to interesting commercial opportunities.
“It is zoned both residential and commercial,” said Eric. “It would make an outstanding bed and breakfast.”
While interest in the home sale was slow last year, the Browns say they have been getting more inquiries recently, and hope to pass it on to people that appreciate Blyberg House as much as they do.
To read more about the history of Blyberg House and view more photos, visit www.blybergtour.blogspot.com
Don’t underestimate the power of mother’s persuasion.
When Eric and Tiffany Brown relocated to Oregon after college, Eric’s mother dropped some not-so-subtle hints that she would like the couple back in Minnesota, sending them pictures of the historic Blyberg House for sale in Pelican Rapids and arranging for a tour.
“She even sent us pictures while we were on our honeymoon in Hawaii,” said Eric.
Sensing mom was not going to let go, the couple agreed to look at the home and quickly became attached. But after nearly six years and a lot of commuting, the couple has put the historic home on the market.
“We love the house and are kind of heartbroken to let it go,” said Tiffany, adding that a job change for Eric meant the couple was spending more time driving than at home.
“Eric opened a second location of his parents’ Minneapolis business, Art Materials, in downtown Fargo, and I work as a vet tech in Detroit Lakes,” said Tiffany. “We’re hoping to move closer to one or the other town and spend more time with the kids.”
“It’s been a big part of our lives,” said Eric. “This is the place we thought we’d see our kids grow up, it’s a great home for families.”
Formerly working as a landscape architect, Eric expressed appreciation for how the grounds are laid out, and the structural quality of the house.
“It was built in 1883 by one of the founding fathers in the area, Otto Blyberg, with all the best materials — they just don’t build houses like this anymore,” he said.
The Italianate Victorian home features five bedrooms and 3 baths with 3,830 square feet of finished living space, and a 1,500-square-foot partially finished attic. While the home has been updated for modern convenience, the original hand-carved doors and trim, solid brass hardware, built-ins and some of the original glass windows have been maintained. The home boasts some historic firsts too — such as the first flush toilet and first electricity in the area — helping to secure its place on the National Register of Historic Places.
The home is offered for sale by owner for $349,999.
The size, location and character would lend itself to interesting commercial opportunities.
“It is zoned both residential and commercial,” said Eric. “It would make an outstanding bed and breakfast.”
While interest in the home sale was slow last year, the Browns say they have been getting more inquiries recently, and hope to pass it on to people that appreciate Blyberg House as much as they do.
To read more about the history of Blyberg House and view more photos, visit www.blybergtour.blogspot.com
Sunday, October 7, 2012
Blaze King Princess PI1010A first fire of the year!
I haven't been happier since we installed our Blaze King Princess fireplace insert PI1010A with the catalytic converter in 12/2008. We've gotten great use out of the fireplace as supplemental heat during extreme cold, or 'just cold enough' conditions in early fall / late spring times in northern Minnesota.
Our first fire of the 2012/2013 season was this past weekend (Friday evening - Saturday evening). Here are the totals: 3 boxes of wood burned over a 30+ hour period. One box equals 16x14x12 or about 15 normal split pieces of Bur Oak, Green Ash, American Elm, Basswood and a bit of Box-elder Maple (as a mix). We burned the fire on high heat during the awake periods (6pm - 11pm Friday, and 9am - 5pm Saturday) for about 13 burning hours; other times were set on medium to medium-low heat and burned through the night. From Friday evening 11pm to Saturday morning around 8:30 - 9am, we were left with hot coals with no flame, and the thermostat at the boundary for having the catalytic on vs.off. I put 5-6 new pieces in the firebox, added three sheets of newspaper for primer, and the coals started everything off again. Burned through Saturday evening - loaded the firebox last at 11pm & set to low heat, and checked it Sunday morning at 9am. Coals were still hot and 'opened' the catalytic converter to cool off the firebox. As of 1pm on Sunday, after stirring the coals for the 2nd time the thermostat rose in temp again from the left over coals of the previous 12 hours. The heat retention (and subsequent radiation/dissipation of the heat off the metal) is impressive.
Overall I am very pleased with the investment we made.
Overall I am very pleased with the investment we made.
Monday, July 30, 2012
Blyberg Home For Sale - Downstairs Interior Photos
The Blyberg Home is available for sale by owner. This 1883 Italianate Victorian home features 5 bedroom / 3 bath; 3,830 sf finished, + 1,500 sf partial finished attic = 5,300+ SF; National Historic Register #84001631; original hand-carved doors and trim, original solid brass hardware, some original glass windows, built-ins and much character. Due to built-in 'character' and zoning, it is highly suitable for B&B possibility: the property is zoned Residential& Commercial lot.
The investment for this property is $349,999. Contact the owners with the provided info on the right side for more information, or to schedule a walk-thru.
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| Kitchen Pantry w/ built-ins |
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| Kitchen Pantry w/ built-ins |
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| Kitchen Pantry w/ built-ins |
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| Kitchen / side entry |
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| Kitchen built-in cabinets |
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| Kitchen built-in cabinets |
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| Kitchen built-in cabinets |
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| Kitchen |
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| Kitchen |
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| Living Room |
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| Living Room |
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| Dining room built-in |
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| Dining room |
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| Dining room |
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| Dining room |
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| Dining room |
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| Between Dining & Living Room (bottom of staircase leading upstairs) |
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| Between Dining & Living Room (bottom of staircase leading upstairs) |
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| Living room |
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| Living room - Blaze King Catalytic Fireplace |
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| Living Room |
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| Guest bathroom |
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Blyberg Home for Sale - Exterior Home Pictures
The Blyberg Home is available for sale by owner. This 1883 Italianate
Victorian home features 5 bedroom / 3 bath; 3,830 sf finished, + 1,500 sf
partial finished attic = 5,300+ SF; National Historic Register
#84001631; original hand-carved doors and trim, original solid brass hardware,
some original glass windows, built-ins and much character. Due to built-in
'character' and zoning, it is highly suitable for B&B possibility: the
property is zoned Residential& Commercial lot.
The investment for this property is $349,999.
Contact the owners with the provided info on the right side for more
information, or to schedule a walk-thru.
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| NE Corner / Front entry with NHR plaque |
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| East side of house and upper garage, looking South |
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| Looking SE towards Hwy 59 |
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| Looking NE towards main entry and High School |
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| SE Corner of house - privacy screen & small veggie garden |
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| SW Corner of house looking E toward garage |
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| East side of house & upper yard |
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| East side of house and upper yard |
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| Detail of stone window sill ornamentation |
Blyberg Home for Sale - Exterior (Property Perimeter) Pictures
The Blyberg Home is available for sale by owner, situated prominently on a 1.5 acre lot (320' x 208') encompassing an entire city block; the property is zoned as a Residential & Commercial lot.
These below pictures are snapshot of the entire perimeter, looking in towards the property. Mature Bur Oak and Green Ash dominate the tall canopy, with large privacy planting of Colorado Blue Spruce along 5th Ave SW.
The investment for this property is $349,999. Contact the owners with the provided info on the right side for more information, or to schedule a walk-thru.
Click on any photo to enlarge, and view as a slideshow.
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| Front entry pillar with brass entry plaque |
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| NE Corner along 5th Ave SW |
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| Main entry along North / NE property |
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| NW corner showing West entrance |
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| West / SW corner with privacy grasses |
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| SW corner showing alley & back entrance |
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| South alley entrance w/ privacy hedge |
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| SE corner of property with alley (w/ 'sledding hill') |
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| SE / East side looking along Hwy 59 looking North |
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
A new approach to home selling...
The
Blyberg Home is available for sale by owner, until we find a realtor we want to
partner up with. Specifics: This 1883 Italianate Victorian
home features 5 bedroom / 3 bath; 3,830 sf finished, + 1,500 sf partial
finished attic = 5,300+ SF; situated prominently on a 1.5 acre lot (320' x
208') encompassing an entire city block; National Historic Register #84001631;
original hand-carved doors and trim, original solid brass hardware, some
original glass windows, built-ins and much character. Due to built-in
'character' and zoning, it is highly suitable for B&B possibility: the
property is zoned Residential& Commercial lot.
Located in Pelican Rapids, MN 56572 within Otter
Tail County , MN contains 10,000
lakes: Otter Tail
County contains 1,048 lakes (more than
any county in the US Fargo ,
ND
The investment for this property is $349,999. Contact the owners with
the provided info on the right side for more information, or to schedule a
walk-thru.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Recent updates - Nursery completed Feb 09'
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