There’s nothing quite like the charm and beauty of an older home. Intricate woodwork, bookcases covering walls, and antique fireplaces add character and uniqueness that are hard to match with modern accommodations.

If only their walls could talk, they would have many interesting stories to tell. Truly, the people living in them are proud owners of a little piece of history.

Just like the members of the Facebook group “Our Old House,” who are sharing their homes dating all the way back to the 1700s. In addition, they post updates, challenges, successes, and questions that come with owning a vintage estate. So scroll away to marvel at the timeless charm and appeal of these old beauties!

We also reached out to Ash and Tez, an English family currently living in a grand Château de Lalacelle and documenting their adventures on YouTube, to ask about their experiences of owning an old French castle.

You can find their story below!

More info: Instagram | YouTube | Facebook

• Read More: 30 People Share Their Old Homes And It's Fascinating

#1

Welcome to my home,this has been in my familiy since the 1700’ century. It was built in Empire style and had a viking grave in its garden. An historical home that I love. It is in the east of Norway

Image credits: Sølvi HS

#2

I found this 400 year old window in our hall

Image credits: Craig Miskin

#3

Our house in the south part of Sweden, in the village Onnestad. The house name is Villan, it was built 1876. The tower is built 1916-19. We have lived here since 2002

Image credits: Christian Bladh

#4

The dining room in my 1830s house. Before & After. I did all the work myself!

Image credits: Jonathon Denson

#5

Happy Holidays from Canandaigua, NY

Image credits: Jessica Lynn

#6

Last weeks have been amazing in winter wonderland . I live about 60 km North of Stockholm in Sweden. 500 meters from my house there is a ”small” mansion. It is said that my croft belonged to the blacksmith who worked on the farm. The croft is probably from the 19th century, if not earlier. When it's cold outside, I enjoy the wood stove in the kitchen and the tiled stove in the living room

Image credits: Ann Ivarsson

#7

Hello everyone, my name is Moa-Lina and this is my farm ”Brofalls gård” in Sweden, which I share with my partner and two friends. It was erected in 1825 by two sisters named Hellwegh and is located a 25 minutes drive from Astrid Lindgren's childhood home in Vimmerby, Småland. I'm a children's book author myself, so it's a very inspiring environment to be in.

Image credits: Moa-Lina Olbers Croall

#8

Here are some festive pictures of our late 18th century grade II listed farmhouse in Dorset, England

Image credits: Julia Simmonds

#9

First photo is what our 1928 Mediterranean Revival looked like when we purchased in 2017. Second one is after painting and opening arches for the porch we thoroughly enjoy. Lots of sweat equity but our home smiles now. What do you think?

Image credits: Shirley Dorfler

#10

Our tiny swedish cottage. Before everything was painted in white. We added colour, wallpapers and cosyness.

Image credits: Karolina Ekberg

#11

Bought a house from 1922 that I’m renovating by myself. First room is starting to take form as a little guest room

Image credits: Sofie Hagman

#12

Our house is a converted church from 1873 (150 this year). The heating was crippling us the first year. Since then we installed double pane thermal windows over the original stained glass and have built partitions inside to section off the foyer and the reduce the footprint needing heat. The addition of heat pumps in the bedroom and kitchen have made us quite cozy in the winter months.

Image credits: Micheline Lajoie

#13

Bran new to this group. This is our house located in Illinois supposedly built in 1832. I’ve been told it is a Victorian. Not sure what kind of Victorian. I don’t believe it’s Queen Anne. If anyone knows we would appreciate it

Image credits: Shelley Doyle Hyatt

#14

My wife and I bought our 1880's house in 1980. The roof leaked, the furnace was a fire breathing dragon, the siding was falling off, the cast iron sewer pipe was rotten, the wiring was knob and tube, and the house had one foot in the grave. We were just a young couple and took a chance. That first night we slept on the floor of the living room in sleeping bags listening to a raging thunderstorm all the while hoping the plaster ceilings weren't going to cave in, but we had a dream. We wanted to bring the house back to its former glory. We're in our 60's now and have zero regrets. Our original vision was a powerful motivator and every minor project we finished gave us hope we could restore and preserve our house. We just want to let other young couples know that dreams and visions are powerful motivators and that it's possible to transform a property and preserve it for future generations!

Image credits: Steven Sowle

#15

Last winter I bought this custom built bungalow from the 94 year old original owner who had it build with her husband in 1956. All of the timeles original finishes like the solid mahogany planked walls and cherry built in buffet/china cabinet remain. The process was like I was adopting her child, she wanted it to go to someone who will cherish it. The house still has the 1956 range from Eatons, Canada. I would love to find a period correct fridge to match. Wondering if anyone has any suggestions as to what I should look for. I’ve heard some models/manufacturers were much better than others in that time.

Image credits: Jamie Paterson

#16

This is our old house, built in 1863, we are 10 miles away from Gettysburg, Pa. My husband is a grain and hay farmer. We bought it to keep it from getting developed, and add more land for him to farm

Image credits: Suzy Armacost

#17

This is our old house after the first snow fall. We are in Prince Edward Island, Canada

Image credits: Paula M McIntyre-Mccormick

#18

Hard to believe my riverside cottage is 100 yrs old. It was originally a summer getaway for New Yorkers. The siding is our native hemlock with a metal roof. The dark brown with red (or green) trim is a traditional color combo for forest homes

Image credits: Vickie Learner Adams

#19

Wisconsin 1912 First time home buyer here, but long time lover of old homes. In the process of buying this beautiful home, but was wondering for ideas on what the specific style is. I want to make sure if I touch anything I make sure I make it be period specific. Ideas on period specific paint colors, trends ect. Listing says it was built in 1920, but Wisconsin historic website has it as 1912. Any help is great!!! Thanks:)

Image credits: Lillian Bella

#20

I absolutely love to see everyone's Christmas photos. I especially have a soft spot for small homes decorated so cozy this time of year. Our Christmas tree is much smaller and bare this year because we have a wild little one. Happy Holidays from our 1875 home in RI.

Image credits: Jacey Martinez

#21

My old house from 1930 on the banks of the River Rhine

Image credits: Iem Wachendorff

#22

A summer picture of my house, located in Sweden

Image credits: Mia Alfredsson

#23

I had a empty space, where the kitchen stove stood. I wanted something there. But not in the way of the kitchen sink cabinet. I found a 1922 ironing board cabinet. Just the door was barely salable. It been sitting outside. How long ? Who knows I stripped the white paint off. Then I found out behind the kitchen wall..is the bathroom medicine cabinet. So I built another 4 inches onto the wall. It's not perfect, I just do my best. Now a jelly cabinet

Image credits: Dennis Frame

#24

I just wanted to introduce myself and share my flat . The building was built in 1850s I just love it

Image credits: Jane Irwin

#25

My mother's house at Christmas is one of my favorite places to be.It was built in 1913 and moved to its final resting spot in 1998

Image credits: Jessica Binder