Built for Henry Klippel—Gold Rush pioneer and member of the 1853 expedition credited with the earliest recorded "discovery" of Crater Lake—this 1860s farmhouse offers four spacious bedrooms and 3.5 baths, including a ground floor primary suite with walk-in closet, and an additional (fifth) bedroom and bath in its charming detached Arts & Crafts guesthouse. Airy 10-foot ceilings, two large covered porches, and custom woodwork and cabinetry showcase the home’s scale and craftsmanship.

The house was lovingly restored by respected local preservationist and contractor Roger Whipple in the 1990s. Original fixtures were saved, and genuine period pieces were sourced by Whipple when needed. The house retains its original hardwood floors, six-over-six paned windows, antique brass gasolier light fixtures, and functioning brick fireplace in the parlor. A new cedar shake roof was completed in 2025 and the primary bath was renovated in 2026. The house is set on an .27-acre corner lot shaded by mature trees, conveniently located mere blocks from Jacksonville’s celebrated shops and restaurants.

Whipple also converted the carriage house into an 800+ sq. ft., two-story guesthouse with full kitchen, bath, private entrance, and dedicated parking—ideal for hosting guests from out of town, multi-generational living, or rental income. A detached two-car garage with finished workroom offers additional versatility. These three structures encompass over 3,000 usable square feet.

Located in the heart of Jacksonville National Historic Landmark District, the Beekman hiking trail is one block west, the historic courthouse (now museum) is one block north, award-winning Jacksonville Elementary is five blocks east, and on a summer night, music from the nearby Britt Festival drifts down the hill on the breeze. Rich in provenance and thoughtfully updated, the Klippel House offers a once-in-a-generation opportunity to become the next steward of one of Historic Jacksonville’s enduring treasures.

For more about Henry Klippel and the unique history of his house and community, please visit the official website at http://www.klippelhouse.com