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Photograph of Gardner Place, Middletown, Ohio. Photograph is undated. The real estate listing for Gardner Place reads: Situated on a knoll containing over one acre of well-landscaped lawn, with many shrubs, trees, and flowers only a few similar homes in this fashionable residential area. It is approached over a private road yet is within a few minutes drive of our downtown business area. The house is approached by a winding cement driveway. Has large reception hall with tiled floor. Large living room with massive fireplace, spacious dining room, library, powder room, butler's pantry and convenient kitchen. Beautiful winding stairway to second floor with five spacious bedrooms, two tile baths, and abundance of closet space. Master suite is large with fireplace and beautiful tile bath. The third floor has billiard room, bath and bedroom. Complete basement with excellent foundation containing a splendid and adequate hot water heating system, laundry facilities and three-car, built-in garage. This spacious home will appeal to a discerning buyer who entertains and will prove a source of delight for practical living. Owner will exchange for smaller property. What is commonly referred to as the Gardner Mansion, was originally built in 1839 for Samuel Bonnell, when he bought the original 127-acre tract. In 1892, Colin Gardner purchased the house and the land. Colin Gardner became a prominent Middletown businessman, served as vice-president of the Tytus Paper company, and owned the original Gardner Paper Company. Before permanently relocating to the farm, the house was remodeled. As the family grew, more homes were built on the property for the Gardner children. This area is also known as Colonial Hill. When Colin Gardner, Jr. passed away, the house was left to Miami University Middletown (MUM). By 1994, the house was again privately owned.</div>
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