Mudhouse Mansion, Haunted house in Fairfield County, Ohio
Mudhouse Mansion was a three-story Second Empire style house in Ohio featuring tall windows, brick walls, and numerous rooms spread across multiple floors. The structure displayed classic architectural elements of its era with ornate detailing and generous room layouts throughout.
The mansion was built during the 1870s and later owned by the Mast family from 1919 until its demolition in September 2015. The family's long stewardship marked most of the building's modern existence.
Local folklore included stories of a government official keeping slaves after the Civil War and tales of unexplained family massacres.
The building suffered from serious structural damage, mold problems, and rotting floors that would have required extensive repair work. These safety issues made visitation difficult and hazardous.
Local lore connected the property to stories of a government official who kept enslaved people after the Civil War and accounts of unexplained family events. The owner, Jeanne Mast, employed informal guards to prevent trespassers drawn by supernatural legends.
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