Boatright House, Washington County: An Update

March 1991, photo by Anne Chamlee

The photo above, made by Anne Chamlee 32 years ago, was made from the other side of this house, but gives a good idea of the size and design. Anne and I were both sure that the house was long gone, but were delighted to learn from Rachel Boatright that it was still standing and still in her family. I wasn’t able to photograph as much of the house as Anne did, but was so excited to find it, not much worse off than it was in 1992. It really looks about the same, though it’s now surrounded by privet. I’m sure the house means a lot to the family; sometimes, it’s prohibitive to restore these places, but I think there’s always hope.

March 2023

3 thoughts on “Boatright House, Washington County: An Update

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  2. niobrara1973's avatarniobrara1973

    What a grand old house, so deserving g of being saved for posterity. Alas, one can only wonder what will become of it if it is not at least stabilized.

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  3. Rafe Semmes's avatarRafe Semmes

    This would have once been a grand old house for a growing family!

    Lotta wood to chop to keep the two fireplaces going in winter, though.

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