FOR SALE: Greatest Restoration Ever!

This is definitely the greatest restoration we've ever shown you. You will not believe the before and afters. This is no flip. This house was meticulously planned and restored to the finest detail. You can carry on the legacy with this once in a lifetime opportunity to purchase one of the most significant contributions to historic home preservation in Little Rock.

The Samuel B Kirby house is a true Queen Anne Victorian, with an est original construction date of 1887. It has spent the last 2 decades being artfully restored, resulting in the magnificent home you see today. From hand laid tile, to the hand built staircase, recreated custom trim work throughout, + much more. The highest level of craftsmanship was employed to create a true to form recreation of the Victorian Era home.

The estate is priced to include the curated Victorian furniture and art that adorn its spaces. The entertaining level features a grand entry living room, dual parlors, formal dining, kitchen, study, and full bath. The 2nd level greets with a lovely sitting space before you find your 3 guest bedrooms, guest bath, the primary suite & laundry. Up to the 3rd story, you'll find a cozy movie/game room, or crow's nest office. Located in the heart of the Governor's Mansion on a great city lot. Words do not do this it justice. To take ownership to the history and story of this home truly is an amazing opportunity.

$665,000 4 bd - 3 ba - 4,300 sqft PRICE INCLUDES THE CONTENTS!

Listed by:
Ryan Stephens 501-551-2430
Engel & Volkers 501-663-6000

[strngenchantedgirl]

This man is a hero. I never would have thought that house could be saved. Amazing work. What a way to live a meaningful life.

[benitaplummer]

His grandmother lived in an apartment in this building in the 1980's . He visited her there, no wonder he loved the house!

[amberlamoine]

Laine and Kevin, I moved from Nebraska to Little Rock in 2004 and had to leave my beloved 1873 Victorian that I saved/restored from being torn down in rural Nebraska and as soon as I landed in Little Rock I drove straight to the Quapaw Quarter and ran into this house. At this time in 2004, it was in the condition you shared earlier. I mean folks, it was rough. You literally could see right through the house. The whole sides of the house were literally just studs. Tony was there and of course, I stopped and we chatted for hours. I moved into a historic home and joined the board of the Quapaw Quarter. I adored Tony and his vision and his passion to saving this old house that even I wasn't sure it could be saved. After being in Little Rock for a few years, I moved to Fayetteville and didn't know that Tony had passed. I am so deeply saddened to hear this. Thank you for sharing this home and this story and paying such deep respect to Tony and all he loved and lived for. I am truly deeply touched. Thank you.

[Somewhereintime]

I really hope Tony had some years to enjoy the finished version of his home. The restoration is breathtaking…no words to properly appreciate the brilliance of this masterpiece. RIP Tony.

[robertguerrero]

RIP Tony, your vision of this beautiful home will live on for sure..

[robblack]

Sincere congratulations to Tony, and condolences to Jim.

[bookmagicroe]

What I love about the old homes are the separate rooms. Each room is a surprise and a treasure as you enter it.
The modern open concept homes to me are just caverns that echo, and the lack of walls takes away ability to decorate
and use artistic things. A lot of love, research, time, and money went into restoring this amazing home.

[amandalynn]

My jaw DROPPED at the before and after! Bravo! He should be proud!

[Siansonea]

51 years old? That's too young. 😔 What an amazing achievement that home is, and it existing at all is a testament to his dedication and hard work and vision.

[Paula-Jo]

Beautiful Restoration. The Stained glass and Newell post statues was my favorite. Far to young to pass @51. Like they say only the good die young. Rip 🙏

[SpanishEclectic]

Those beds!! I'm not sure I could say more than you have, Laine, about each splendid room. When I heard the furnishings were for sale too, but separately, I wondered if something had happened to Tony. Glad for his sake he could enjoy his beautiful recreation as long as he did. People who don't understand restoration tell me, "Oh, you need to go have fun!" But what many consider fun is fleeting...there is nothing like the satisfaction of making something 'pretty again'. Houses and gardens have souls, I think, but only a few of us can hear their voices. That's why we're here. :)

[sharonmohon]

This could and perhaps should be a museum…..the style and furnishings are

[QuietPotato]

I'm coming here after feeling sad watching a video on someone "flipping" a house and removing a lot of the charm it had. This video is exactly what i needed! The restoration is absolutely beautiful, and the respect given to the era the house is from is so refreshing to see. Beautifully done ❤️

[donaldstrickland]

This was a labor of love for the gentleman who preserved and restored this beautiful home

[jessicabuck-daniel]

What a tremendous loss. Tony really poured his heart into this home. Absolutely stunning ❤❤

[justpeachy]

This is one of most gorgeous historic homes I have ever seen. It is perfection. It’s museum quality but yet extremely livable. My heart breaks that Tony worked so hard for so many years and passed away quite young. But, WOW, he really accomplished something amazing! I am in awe of this masterpiece.

[nokesbob]

That room at the top, with all the books. Tony and I think alike. It's just perfect. I am amazed he found the original table. Everything about this place seems like it's out of the past. I love the kitchen. The stair case is magnificent. Just wow wow wow. I've never seen a house so close to a demolition shape, being brought back. That is a almost unbelievable feat! The only thing I think I would have liked different is the woodwork being the woodwork color and not painted. Bravo! I'm sorry to hear he passed. He should have got to live here for at least 20 more years. My condolences to his family.

[Nanap]

Wow he did an amazing job! I feel after all his hard work hand picking out every piece to decorate that home what better way to honor him by leaving everything in its place as intended for the new owners to cherish

[mandyflaniken]

Wow! Just A.M.A.Z.I.N.G. I’m so sorry for such a great loss and I truly hope somebody scoops this beauty up. Wish it was us!

[solvillabaja]

Did anyone else's heart ache at how beautiful this house is? I'm totally Gobsmacked...