So it's definitely not a definite, but I think the positives outweigh the negatives. Kevin wasn't so sure yesterday, but he was utterly exhausted after the move -- the bulk of it fell on him, since I can't lift much of anything at this point -- poor munchkin. He should be more rested today, so he may like all the houses better. :-)
There are some other houses in the running:
- a Victorian on Lombard, which we haven't seen yet -- main issue is only 1.5 baths, but possibly another could be added
- a brick Victorian on Wisconsin, which may be out of our price range
- a four-square on Clinton, ditto
- a four-square on Scoville, ditto
- And yes, the Mad Hatter house, which is affordable, but may be more in repairs/upkeep than we want to deal with, and also has some funny shaped rooms which would require accomodations
I’m supposed to be cleaning before my husband returns from a business trip. Giving my unsolicited opinion seems more fun than cleaning. Here goes:
Victorian on Lombard Not so much curb appeal. Inside looks great, baby proofed already, kitchen okay, but Id have to rip up that floor and redo the edge of the countertops.
Brick Victorian on Wisconsin Zippo on curb appeal. Nice woods, kitchen nice, current renovations take charm out of the home. Seems cold and lacking the warmth that is you.
4-Square on Clinton Have we seen this one before? Lots of curb appeal. Lovely home, not so sure about the kitchen counters and tile.
4-Square on Scoville Lots of curb appeal. Some nice features but then a fair number of odd features. And lots of white painted wood.
Ah, the Mad Hatter There is so much charm in this home. I do like it.
Shutting down laptop. Going to kitchen to clean. Now.