Historic Luxury Estate | Walk to Britt Festival, Dining & Wine Country

Experience one of Jacksonville’s most iconic historic homes. Walk to Britt Festival, downtown restaurants, and tasting rooms while enjoying stained glass, marble fireplaces, soaring ceilings, and timeless luxury.

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This home is on a large corner lot right across from the market and steps from downtown Jacksonville.

Guests have access to the entire home and garden.

Historic Charm Meets Luxury Comfort

Welcome to the B.F. Dowell House, a stunning historic estate lovingly restored and preserved by the Hartman family since 1910. This elegant home blends original architectural beauty with modern comfort, offering a truly unique Southern Oregon experience.

Located just a short walk from Britt Festival, downtown Jacksonville, restaurants, boutique shopping, and award-winning tasting rooms, the home is perfect for wine country getaways, special occasions, and group retreats.

The Home

Designed for both comfort and gathering, the home features:

• Soaring ceilings and abundant natural light
• Original stained-glass windows throughout
• Multiple marble fireplaces
• Beautiful exposed brick architectural details
• Spacious living and sitting areas for relaxing or entertaining

Each room reflects the craftsmanship and character of Jacksonville’s historic era while providing modern convenience.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

Ideal for multiple couples or families traveling together:

• Spacious bedrooms with elegant furnishings
• Private full bathrooms for each bedroom
• Adjustable Tempur-Pedic bed in the primary suite
• Classic clawfoot soaking tub
• Historic charm paired with modern comfort

The layout offers privacy and comfort for group stays, weddings, or festival trips.

Kitchen & Dining

The large, fully equipped kitchen includes everything needed for extended stays or group meals.

The kitchen opens to a cozy porch overlooking the property — perfect for morning coffee or evening wine.

Outdoor Living

Enjoy the beautifully maintained grounds:

• Private backyard and patio
• Outdoor seating
• Charcoal BBQ
• Croquet set for classic outdoor fun

The setting feels peaceful and private while remaining just steps from the heart of Jacksonville.

Perfect For

• Britt Festival guests
• Wine country vacations
• Wedding groups
• Family gatherings
• Girls’ weekends
• Couples traveling together
• Extended stays

Location

Walkable to:
• Britt Festival
• Restaurants & cafes
• Wine tasting rooms
• Historic downtown shops
• Hiking trails nearby

Short drive to:
• Applegate Valley wineries
• Medford Airport
• Rogue River recreation
• Crater Lake (day trip)

Originally constructed in 1861, the historic B.F. Dowell house has been beautifully revived. Situated within walking distance of downtown, the home provides guests with easy access to the towns charming cultural fixtures as well as a variety of quaint stores. The market across the street may help guests utilize the homes large, well-equipped kitchen. Full baths adjoin each bedroom, an additional bathroom adjoins a laundry room. The homes porch opens to a patio that accompanies a spacious lawn.
The B.F. Dowell house has been in the Hartman family since 1910. Guests may enjoy browsing photographs of the historic homes renovation over the course of 20 years as well as an array of older photographs. The homes original stained-glass windows accent the entryway and bedrooms, and the original marble fireplaces are situated in the handsomely arranged living room and bedrooms.

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