In 1818 Andrew James Wardlaw purchased 600 acres of prime Kentucky farmland and built on it a home for his wife and three children.

In 1868 the home burnt down and was rebuilt by Andrew James Wardlaw III. The generations of Wardlaws continued to dwell in the home until 1956. In 1958 Emit Strode purchased the Home Stead and currently his son and daughter-in-law own the property which was restored in 1997.

This two story home boasts triple-layer brick interior and exterior walls and eleven foot ceilings. Among its features are a grand circular cantilever walnut staircase, six fireplaces, and original poplar flooring throughout the home.

Beautiful antiques and reproductions of Civil War era adorn this Historic Residence. The 1869 Home Stead is listed on The National Register of Historic Places.

Three Rooms are available for your enjoyment. All rooms feature queen size beds, cable TV, a private bath, and gorgeous views of the sun rising and setting over the rustic scenery.

The 1869 Home Stead offers over 55 acres of lush green fields, trees, fishing ponds and above all peace and serenity. Also available is hiking and viewing of the historical Wardlaw family, slave and church cemeteries.

Location:

The 1869 Homestead is located just north of Bowling Green, KY directly off of 31W.

For those driving on the interstate 65, it is off of Exit 28 then 4 1/2 mile North on 31W. Turn Right unto Mizpah Road and then follow the long picturesque gravel driveway to the Home Stead.

Plenty of Garage Parking is Available.

Local Attractions:

• National Corvette Museum
• Corvette Assembly Plant
• Mammoth Cave and cave country
• Kentucky Museum & Library
• Shakertown
• Historical Hobson House
• Western Kentucky University
• Capitol Arts Theater
• About an Hour from Nashville