This large early Italianate home was built between 1854 and 1858 for Charles Stuart. Stuart was a pioneer lawyer and U.S. Senator.

The home has several key features of the Italianate style. Most evident are the low pitched roof, cupula, and overhang. Yet, the builders refrained from extensive ornament.

Stuart lived here until the 1880's. When new the home was considered to be in the country.