Sometimes my charm and plenty of yes ma'am and thank you's and sometimes it doesn'tI believe the solution is to first try to buy the lot from Cooke realizing that he may not even know he owns it ! 

. - Some charming original details (porch, molding, doors, wood floors, fireplace)- I'm an architect by trade and both my father and father-in-law have construction experience and are willing to help with the remodel.What options do I have to finance this and do a significant amount of work myself?

When I came across this historic home with so many charming features- I fell in love.

They are wonderful buildings with historic charm.

This charming bungalow (as listed by the agent!)

The first floor is 1650sf, leaving out the garage, and has the same size and work like a charm.

Not nearly as charming as cabins but we will use them for short and long term rentals. 

Naturally, mid-sized more affordable, still charming cities like Richmond show up on our list for that reason.Our extended family also seems to be migrating southward, so there is the gravity that comes with that. 

The house are large with a lot of charm.

Vintage mid century modern charm and untouched since 1950.