Ellerslie

Ellerslie is a residential house from the late 1700s in Cumberland County, North Carolina, built in two distinct architectural phases that remain visible today. The original structure occupies the rear section, while a larger Greek Revival addition was constructed at the front, creating an asymmetrical building profile.

A Scottish farmer named George Elliot established this property in the late 1700s along the Cape Fear River, as one of the region's early settlements. A major renovation in the 1840s added the Greek Revival section, fundamentally changing the building's appearance while keeping the original structure intact behind it.

The property reflects how residents of this region managed their farms and households along the river, with architectural choices that reveal their economic status and lifestyle. The building details show what crafting techniques and imported materials were available to those who lived here.

The house sits on a rural property outside Linden, accessible by Elliott Bridge Road, so visiting requires your own transportation to reach it comfortably. Detailed photographic documentation is maintained by NC State University Libraries if you want to study the building's features before or after a visit.

The original structure was not torn down but instead became the rear section when the new Greek Revival front was built around it in the 1840s. This visible layering of two different periods makes the house a good example of how buildings were adapted rather than replaced during this era.

Location: Cumberland County

Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 35.23060,-78.87530

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:41