Church Street, Woodville, Mississippi
A recent photograph of where we lived in Woodville for many years. I'm pleased to see that the house is occupied, though I'm less thrilled to see the front gallery filled to the brim with flags and such distractions from the simple grace of the house. Built prior to 1823, the house is a Mississippi planter's cottage which was later altered with a low-slung bungalow sort of roof. The house was severely altered after a serious fire in 1964. Its traditional dogtrot hallway with four rooms and a rear gallery plan had already been changed by additions over the years, but relatively little inside the house really escaped modernization. Only the mantels and windows remained as they had been. After we moved out, someone had the bright idea to put siding on the house, though not on the front facade. Fortunately, this can be stripped away when (possibly) the house is restored. As it stands, though, it's still a comfortable house, though the chimneys appear to need major work. At least it is occupied and appears to be in relatively good shape.
Adapted from a black and white photograph by Adrian Reed.
Pete Zarria added this photo to his favorites. (12 months ago)
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lovely...needs a big spanish oak tree & it would b perfect
tombarnes20008 12 months ago | reply
Actually, there are large trees surrounding the house.
suziqb 12 months ago | reply
Great toning
MaryLou1298 12 months ago | reply
Oh, how nice to have grown up in this wonderful old Planter's Cottage, Tom!
Happy for you that it's still in relatively good shape, My Friend!
Andy Kennelly 12 months ago | reply
looks like a peaceful place!
Greg's Southern Ontario (Off & On) 12 months ago | reply
Handsome house, I really like that large veranda in front, perfect for socializing & shade!
pam's pics- 12 months ago | reply
Really fantastic shot and a fine place to have spent time in
Photomaginarium 12 months ago | reply
cool tones ... !
judo_dad1953 12 months ago | reply
Your work is very impressive!