A Stunning Gilded Age Mansion in Oregon’s Countryside Hits the Market for $5.5 Million
In the heart of Oregon’s lush countryside, a magnificent Gilded Age mansion has been put up for sale, offering a rare glimpse into the opulent past of the state’s history. This stunning 135-year-old property, complete with a ballroom, swimming pool, and guest house, is now on the market for a staggering $5.5 million.
The mansion’s history is as captivating as its architectural grandeur. It was originally built in 1887 by lawyer and real estate investor J. Carroll McCaffrey, but it was later owned by the Pittock family, who made their fortune in real estate, banking, railroads, steamboats, sheep ranching, silver mining, and the newspaper industry. The former publisher of The Oregonian, Henry Pittock, owned the house from 1917 until it left the Pittock family’s hands in 1970.
Interestingly, the mansion also has a connection to Megan Markle’s family history, as her great-great grandfather, George B. Markle, once owned the property.
The mansion’s exterior is a sight to behold, with a gated entrance leading to a cobblestone driveway that sets the stage for a grand arrival. The six-car garage and the nearby swimming pool, shielded by a perfectly manicured hedge and line of trees, add to the property’s luxurious amenities.
Step inside, and you’ll be greeted by intricate wood carvings on the walls and colorful stained glass windows, which have been meticulously preserved over the decades. The 9,831-square-foot house boasts a grand staircase that leads down to a magnificent ballroom, a testament to the opulence of the Gilded Age.
Complementing the main house, a guest house with two bedrooms and a Carriage House with living quarters provide additional living spaces for guests or staff.
According to the listing brokers, Macey Laurick and MJ Steen of Windermere Realty Trust Portland Heights, the property is “ideally located overlooking the city, river and mountains in Portland’s West Hills,” offering a “picturesque, park-like setting” with “approximately 1.17 acres of lush gardens and grounds.”
This Gilded Age gem, with its rich history and unparalleled amenities, presents a rare opportunity for a discerning buyer to own a piece of Oregon’s architectural and cultural heritage.
