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A magnificent Gilded Age mansion with its own ballroom, swimming pool, guest house and stunning views of the lush Oregon countryside for $5.5 million

  • A 135-year-old historic mansion with a ballroom, swimming pool, tennis court and guesthouse is for sale for $5.5 million in Oregon
  • The estate has a large entrance, a six-car garage and a guest house with living quarters.
  • Listing brokers highlight its picturesque location in Portland’s West Hills, with lush gardens, on 1.17 acres.

A magnificent 135-year-old Gilded Age mansion complete with its own ballroom, swimming pool and guest house has been put on the market for $5.5 million.

This magnificent estate with breathtaking views of the lush Oregon countryside and a superb view of downtown Portland was once owned by the Pittock family who invested in real estate, banking, railroads, boats steam power, sheep farming, silver mining and the paper industry.

The house was first built by lawyer and real estate investor J. Carroll McCaffrey. in 1887 but then Henry Pittock, the former publisher of The Oregonian had owned the home since 1917. The magnificent home remained in the Pittock family until 1970.

However, at one point, Megan Markle’s great-great-grandfather, George B. Markle, owned the mansion.

A magnificent Gilded Age mansion with its own ballroom, swimming pool, guest house and stunning views of the lush Oregon countryside for .5 million

A 135-year-old historic mansion with a ballroom, swimming pool, tennis court and guesthouse is for sale for $5.5 million in Oregon

Beyond the gated entrance, a paved driveway provides a scenic entrance

Beyond the gated entrance, a paved driveway provides a scenic entrance

Listing brokers highlight its picturesque location in Portland's West Hills, with lush gardens, all on 1.17 acres of land and a tennis court.

Listing brokers highlight its picturesque location in Portland’s West Hills, with lush gardens, all on 1.17 acres of land and a tennis court.

Portland's West Hills are visible in the background while a tennis court sits in the gardens.

Portland’s West Hills are visible in the background while a tennis court sits in the gardens.

A swimming pool is carefully protected behind a row of trees and a well-maintained hedge

A swimming pool is carefully protected behind a row of trees and a well-maintained hedge

This magnificent estate with breathtaking views of the lush Oregon countryside was once owned by the Pittock family.

This magnificent estate with breathtaking views of the lush Oregon countryside was once owned by the Pittock family.

Beyond the gated entrance, a paved driveway provides a scenic entrance for those stopping by the house. The mansion’s garage can accommodate six cars.

A neighboring swimming pool is protected by a perfectly maintained hedge and row of trees.

A full-size tennis court is also available for those who want to let off some steam.

Inside, intricate wooden carvings on the walls have been preserved as well as colorful stained glass windows.

The 9,831 square foot house was one of the most substantial homes in Portland, with a grand staircase leading up to the ballroom.

The house takes pride of place with the city of Portland seen below

The house takes pride of place with the city of Portland seen below

A grand staircase adorned with intricate wooden carvings is visible here with magnificent stained glass windows

A grand staircase adorned with intricate wooden carvings is visible here with magnificent stained glass windows

The hardwood floors, walls and ceilings are visible in this photo of the home's ballroom.

The wooden floors, walls and ceilings are visible in this photo of the home’s ballroom.

Hardwood floors throughout the home with stunning views of the Oregon countryside

Hardwood floors throughout the home with stunning views of the Oregon countryside

The cozy living room has comfortable chairs and an inviting fireplace.

The cozy living room has comfortable chairs and an inviting fireplace.

There are numerous rooms to accommodate guests in the house, all with highly polished wooden floors

There are numerous rooms to accommodate guests in the house, all with highly polished wooden floors

Wooden drawers and cabinets are installed in the kitchen with marble worktops

Wooden drawers and cabinets are installed in the kitchen with marble worktops

Next to the house a guest house was also built with two bedrooms and a shed also with living quarters.

Ideally located overlooking the city, river and mountains in the West Hills of Portland,” wrote listing brokers Macey Laurick and MJ Steen of Windermere Realty Trust Portland Heights.

“This elegant residence spans approximately 1.17 acres of lush gardens and grounds in a picturesque park-like setting.”

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