5010 Old Highway 49 Clarksdale, MS 38614

The Claremont House - A Historic Delta Treasure- 5010 Old Highway 49, Clarksdale, MS

Set behind rows of majestic oak trees and located behind a long, private drive off Old 49, The Claremont House is a hidden gem of the Mississippi Delta. This stately country home, built in 1917, sits on 5.8 peaceful acres offering a rare blend of timeless charm and rich local history with Delta farmland as the backdrop!

Located just 4 miles south of Clarksdale in the historic community of Claremont (formerly known as Rose), this home once stood along the route of the Yazoo and Mississippi Valley Railroad and served a community with its own post office from 1905 to 1932. Today, it remains a graceful symbol of Delta heritage and rural beauty.

The Claremont House features:

-5 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms

-Approximately 3,596 square feet of living space

-Built in the American Foursquare architectural style with Craftsman influences popular from the late 1800s through the 1930s

-Original hardwood flooring throughout

-9-10 ft ceilings

-Charming crown molding

-Multiple original light fixtures

-Formal living room with enduring character

-Library/den with a coal-burning fireplace

-Formal dining room with vintage appeal

-Butler's Pantry located between kitchen and dining room

-Beautiful winding staircase that is central to the home

-Sun porch upstairs that also served as a ''sleeping porch'' for the previous owners

-Screened porch downstairs overlooking the grounds and perfect for relaxed Southern mornings and evenings

-Spacious unfinished basement

-Carport for convenient covered parking

Outdoor Features and Extras:

-Columned front porch with a view of of some of the 5+ acres that surround the property

-Towering magnolia trees and open farmland create a picturesque Delta setting

-Located on Hopson Bayou, offering serene views and a natural backdrop

-Unrenovated bonus space with electricity and a fireplace—great potential as a ''shack-style'' Airbnb, studio, or guest retreat with lots of character

-Detached gazebo-style ''summer house'' overlooking the bayou, complete with a storm cellar

-Long gravel driveway enhances the sense of seclusion and classic estate appeal

-Private and peaceful, yet only minutes from the live music and cultural scene at Hopson (only 2.5 miles away)

A Rare Opportunity:

The Claremont House offers more than just a home-it's a piece of Mississippi Delta history. Whether you are seeking a serene rural retreat, a restoration project with income potential, or a grand historic permanent residence, this unique property is a timeless treasure ready to be reimagined and enjoyed!