Built by Michael Christley in 1844, on land granted to encourage westward settlement, the original six-room farmhouse was built of bricks formed and fired on the premise. The 12-inch brick walls set on the 18-inch solid, hand-cut stone foundation, have stood the test of time with the Christley family and the family of Plenty Weston Steele as the only inhabitants in the home since 1844.The present restoration, begun in 1987 with close attention to original detail, invites you to step back in time. Fine restored woodwork, exposed brick fireplaces and original chestnut and poplar flooring serve as a gracious backdrop ...