Charles French House (1758) - Haddonfield, NJ
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N 39° 53.998 W 075° 01.726
18S E 497540 N 4416655
This beautiful, flat-roofed 18th century gem sits on the eastern outskirts of this historic district. To the left is another contributing structure and to the right sits the Haddon Fortnightly, an individually listed NRHP site.
Waymark Code: WM4ADV
Location: New Jersey, United States
Date Posted: 07/29/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Saddlesore1000
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The following information comes from the nomination form, Created March 16, 1979, evaluated April 18, 1908 and finally approved on July 21, 1982.

Historic French House built in 1758. 3-story brick residence with unusual matched frame boards on the east side. Stucco removed recently to restore original red brick. Third floor added in very early 19th century. Interesting 4 over 4 lights in second and third floor windows, 6 over 6 on first floor. Simple cross panel entrance door with ornamented lead glass transom over. Simple classic portico, brick steps right on street front. Side garden extends several hundred feet along Kings Highway enclosed with a colonial picket fence and finials on the posts. Fence in line with beautiful ornamental trellis adjoining house. The house is one of Haddonfield's 18th century architectural treasures.

Earliest Recorded Date of Construction: 01/01/1758

Additional Dates of Construction:
very early 19th century


Architectural Period/Style: Georgian Colonial

Type of Building e.g. Country House, Stately Home, Manor:
Home


Interesting Historical Facts or Connections:
-None-


Listed Building Status (if applicable): Contributing Structure to the Haddonfield Historic District

Main Material of Construction: Brick

Private/Public Access: Private

Related Website: [Web Link]

Rating:

Architect (if known): Not listed

Landscape Designer (if known): Not listed

Admission Fee (if applicable): Not Listed

Opening Hours (if applicable): Not listed

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