Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a move-in ready historic home in lovely Middletown Alton. Enjoy all the grandeur of a historic home yet have modern upgrades such as: brand new roof and box gutters, granite counter tops in the kitchen equipped with new appliances, pantry and a wet bar. This magnificent home has a beautiful entry foyer, 11' ceilings, amazing millwork throughout, 6 bedrooms, office, large eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, 1 operable gas fireplace and 6 original but nonfunctional fireplaces, pocket doors, hardwood floors and main floor laundry & a 3rd floor playroom. There is also a uniquely large 3-car attached garage with rear entry. 3/4 acre lot has a privacy fenced backyard & beautiful flowering trees, patio, large fountain and many more visual enjoyments. The A/C in the kitchen and 2 upper bedrooms in back of house are separately controlled from the upper level C/A system. Enjoy walking to parks and other great Alton attractions.