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The Claremont House – A Delta Legacy Home on 5.8 Peaceful Acres less than 5 miles from Clarksdale!
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The Claremont House – A Historic Delta Treasure- 5010 Old Highway 49, Clarksdale, MS
Set behind rows of majestic oak trees and located behind a long, private drive off Old 49, The Claremont House is a hidden gem of the Mississippi Delta. This stately country home, built in 1917, sits on 5.8 peaceful acres offering a rare blend of timeless charm and rich local history with Delta farmland as the backdrop!
Located just 4 miles south of Clarksdale in the historic community of Claremont (formerly known as Rose), this home once stood along the route of the Yazoo and Mississippi Valley Railroad and served a community with its own post office from 1905 to 1932. Today, it remains a graceful symbol of Delta heritage and rural beauty.
The Claremont House features:
- 5 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- Approximately 3,596 square feet of living space
- Built in the American Foursquare architectural style with Craftsman influences popular from the late 1800s through the 1930s
- Original hardwood flooring throughout
- 9-10 ft cielings
- Charming crown molding
- Multiple original light fixtures
- Formal living room with enduring character
- Library/den with a coal-burning fireplace
- Formal dining room with vintage appeal
- Butler's Pantry located between kitchen and dining room
- Beautiful winding staircase that is central to the home
- Sun porch upstairs that also served as a "sleeping porch" for the previous owners
- Screened porch downstairs overlooking the grounds and perfect for relaxed Southern mornings and evenings
- Spacious unfinished basement
- Carport for convenient covered parking
Outdoor Features and Extras:
- Columned front porch with a view of of some of the 5+ acres that surround the property
- Towering magnolia trees and open farmland create a picturesque Delta setting
- Located on Hopson Bayou, offering serene views and a natural backdrop
- Unrenovated bonus space with electricity and a fireplace—great potential as a "shack-style" Airbnb, studio, or guest retreat with lots of character
- Detached gazebo-style "summer house" overlooking the bayou, complete with a storm cellar
- Long gravel driveway enhances the sense of seclusion and classic estate appeal
- Private and peaceful, yet only minutes from the live music and cultural scene at Hopson (ony 2.5 miles away)
A Rare Opportunity
The Claremont House offers more than just a home—it’s a piece of Mississippi Delta history. Whether you’re seeking a serene rural retreat, a restoration project with income potential, or a grand historic residence, this unique property is a timeless treasure ready to be reimagined and enjoyed.
Presented by:
Jones Luster
Mossy Oak Properties, BRE
2800 MLK Jr Blvd
Clarksdale, MS 38614
Ph 662-624-8200
Cell 662-902-7592
Email jluster@mossyoakproperties.com
Instagram @moonlakerentals
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