AUTHENTIC 1800’S LOG HOME ONLINE AUCTION

BIDDING BEGINS: WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19 @ 6PM

BIDDING ENDS: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12 @ 6PM

3406 GREEN VALLEY ROAD, NEW ALBANY, IN 47150

Selling online for the Estate of Les Holstner Jr., an early 1800’s authentic log cabin that was originally a stage stop and toll house in Floyds Knobs, moved to this New Albany location in 1936. The home is nestled on a wooded 3/4 acre lot overlooking a creek with a 12’ x 20’ utility shed - located just minutes to downtown with easy access to I-265. Great opportunity to own a historic and unique Floyd County home. 

CHARMING 1800’S LOG CABIN - A TRUE PIECE OF HISTORY!

Historic 1800’s Authentic Log Cabin

Wooded 3/4 Acre Lot with Creek

952 Square Feet Finished on Two Floors 

1 Bedroom - 1 Bath - Fireplace 

Original Craftsmanship & Details 

396 Square Foot Basement Cellar 

12’ x 20’ Utility Shed with Metal Roof

Additional Street Level Parking

New Albany - Floyd County Schools 

Centrally Located Just Minutes to I-265

3 Miles to Downtown New Albany 

10 Miles to Downtown Louisville 

KEY HIGHLIGHTS 

Corner Notched Hand Huened Logs

Wood Shake Shingle Roof 

Full-Width Front Porch

Strapped Hinged Wood Exterior Doors

Period Lock on Front Door with Original Brass Key

Wide Plank Wood Floors & Wood Beamed Ceiling 

Impressive Stone Fireplace with Hearth

Interior Window Shutters 

Stone Walkways 

Wood Deck Overlooking Creek 

Approach the show-stopping antique two-board front door with hand-forged iron strap hinges and use the striking brass skeleton key to begin your journey back in time to the origins of our Southern Indiana community. This authentic 1800s log cabin features a period gable roof with wood shake shingles, nestled on a picturesque wooded lot offering a serene setting with views overlooking a creek.

The cabin’s main room features an impressive and inviting fireplace and hearth —8 feet wide and built of large stones indigenous to Southern Indiana. The main level is complete with an equipped kitchen with pine walls and ceiling, a full bath, and a washer hookup. A winding stairway leads you up to a large 16 x 20 bedroom with slanted ceilings and five various level windows with wood shutters, all adding to the home’s classic charm and appeal. The home is equipped with gas heat, central air conditioning, and interior and exterior entrance points to the cellar basement. 

The ¾ acre lot includes a 12’ x 20’ utility shed with a vintage standing seamed metal roof, an enclosed garden area, large rear wood deck and a 30’ x 20’ street level concrete pad for additional parking. 

This one-of-a-kind property offers an unparalleled opportunity to own a piece of local history, combining rustic beauty with historical significance. Don’t miss your chance to make this unique log cabin yours! 

LOG CABIN HISTORY

The log cabin was built in the early 1800s by the founders of Mooresville, which later became known as Floyd Knobs in Southern Indiana.  It stood atop the hills off State Road 150, on what was formerly Old Vincennes Trail and, before that, Black Diamond Trail.  This unique property was once a toll house, collecting tolls from stagecoaches and other vehicles, and the house was also used as an inn where travelers could get a hot meal and a little rest before continuing their journey.

Edward and Christine Ruoff purchased the cabin in 1936 from Mr. Moore, a descendant of the original owner who was living in Louisville, KY. The Ruoffs dismantled the building, marked each log carefully, had it moved, and rebuilt it on its present site on Green Valley Road. 

The owner, Les Holstner, has been the latest caretaker of the cabin, owning the property since 1977. 

UTILITIES

Duke Electric

Center Point Gas

Indiana American Water

New Albany Sewers 

REAL ESTATE TAXES (2023-2024)

New Albany City (Annual) – $75.92

DEDUCTIONS (2023-2024)

Homestead – $46,200

Supplemental – $12,320

Over 65 – $14,000

FLOOD ZONE

FEMA records indicate that the property is not in a flood zone.

LEGAL DESCRIPTION

NE 1/4 PRT L. 4 22-2-6 - 0.769 Acre 

PARCEL

22-05-02-200-396.000-008

SCHOOL CORPORATION

New Albany Floyd County Consolidated

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BUYERS PREMIUM

10% Buyer’s Premium added to the hammer bid price to determine the final purchase price.

REAL ESTATE TERMS

A non-refundable down payment, 10% of the Purchase Price (Final Bid + Buyer’s Premium), in the form of cash, check, or wired funds in USD are due within 24 hours following the auction, balance due in 40 days. Buyer to receive clear title. Taxes prorated to the day of closing. Selling as is without contingencies, all inspections welcomed prior to auction. If you choose to obtain financing, not subject to approval or appraisal. All closing costs are the buyer’s expense. Possession at closing. See full details in the Auction Bid Packet.

RESERVE

Sells Subject to Seller Confirmation

INSPECTION 

Private showings only. Contact us to schedule. 

PROPERTY LOCATION

3406 Green Valley Road, New Albany, IN 47150

SELLER

Leslie Holstner Jr. Estate

PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE

Bruce Eveslage

DIRECTIONS

I-265 to Grant Line Road Exit. South to right on Mount Tabor Road to left on Green Valley Road. Property on left.