The Breathtaking Abandoned Congressman’s Mansion Down South *Incredible Architecture Inside

This absolutely beautiful federal style house was built between 1833-1837 for Josiah Crudup. Josiah Crudup was born around 1791 and would try his hand at many things, becoming a successful preacher for a time before running for congress in 1821, serving only one term. After his first wife passed away in 1823 he would remarry and raise many of his children in this home. Interestingly Josiah Crudup was against secession before the civil war even though he owned slaves. 3 of his sons would serve in the confederate army and died early on in the civil war in 1861. Josiah would live in this home for 30 some years before passing away in 1872. Crudup descendants lived in the house until the early 1960’s when it was sold to a few new owners eventually ending up forgotten 30-40 years later and in need of some major work now. This stunning historic old house might be one of my favorites I’ve ever documented, so many incredible designs and details from the wainscoting, the ceilings the ornate hand carved wood fireplace mantle’s. So much to see and love in this old house, I especially thought the staircase design was fascinating. Really loved this place and hopefully it will end up saved or preserved as a museum. Thank you for watching. Like and leave a comment for me if you enjoyed! Thank you!