Altwood

Altwood is a plantation house near Faunsdale with symmetrical architecture, prominent chimneys at both ends, and a steep gable roof. The structure displays typical features of rural residential architecture from the early 1800s with practical, functional design.

Richard H. Adams built Altwood in 1836 as a log dogtrot house, which was later expanded and modified. The additions reflected the architectural influences that settlers brought from more established regions in the east.

The property displays design elements that settlers from Virginia's Tidewater region brought to this frontier area and reflects the way they chose to build. These architectural features tell the story of connections between established eastern settlements and new communities in the west.

The property was relocated to Cedar Crest Farms in 1988 for preservation and received National Register listing in 1993. It is worth visiting to see the original log kitchen building that remains on the grounds.

The original log kitchen building on the grounds offers direct insight into household practices and food preparation from the 1800s. This rare structure shows how daily cooking and food work happened during frontier times.

Location: Marengo County

Inception: 1836

GPS coordinates: 32.42389,-87.67444

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:24