This gorgeous American Civil War-era home listed for sale on Zillow was built back in 1861. Complete with a characterful green facade, the stunning three-storey home is certain to turn heads on the street. And with plenty of original features intact, it’s just as impressive on the inside too...

On entering the house, you’ll find plenty of original woodwork, including this intricate staircase and archway. There are even some original floors still in place, while the high ceilings and abundance of natural light are perfect for airy, modern living.

Large windows and beautiful wooden floorboards characterise almost all of the accommodation in this four-bedroom, two-bathroom home. The current owners have given this room a country feel with floral curtains and a black metal chandelier.

This sun-kissed room has all the right ingredients for a gorgeous kitchen-diner. The appliances might need an upgrade, but we love the panelled units and wooden countertop in this country-style scheme. And just look at that charming exposed brick chimney breast…

You’ll find this 1830s gem hidden away within over nine acres of meadows, woodlands and marshland. Not only is it on the National Register of Historic Places but it’s also been named one of the top ten most important endangered historic sites in Maryland by Preservation Maryland.

With over 90% of the four-bedroom property’s original structure and millwork still intact, The Nelson Homestead is an architecturally significant property that’s now listed for sale at just $65,000 (£52k). This room is one of the most elaborate, with pine panelling, a forest-green dado rail and wooden floors.

In the kitchen, almost all of the early features have been preserved. We particularly love the exposed wooden joists and panelling – not to mention the period chandelier, which would make a fabulous feature with the addition of a few new light fixtures.

The entrance to this charming fixer-upper is bright and airy with yet more period features to admire – arguably the most striking is the large fireplace set into a wood-panelled wall. With exposed brickwork on display, it’s a statement feature that mixes architectural refinement with stripped-back industrial style.

This tall Victorian farmhouse was built in 1900 and stands in the historic Georgia town of Bainbridge. With a classic pitched roof, wooden siding and a wide porch, it wouldn’t look out of place in a storybook!

Inside, the house doesn’t disappoint. Elegant white wood panelling and botanical wallpaper adorn the entrance hall, while beautiful hardwood flooring runs throughout the house.

Perhaps the most striking interior feature is this period staircase. With an ornate balustrade and wood panelling, it’s a stunning original element that's remained completely unchanged over the years. Imagine how much fun you could have sliding down that polished wood banister!

But the staircase isn’t the only heritage fixture to marvel at. The property also boasts historic sash windows with the original, wavy glass still intact. Some of the windows have even kept their ornate Eastlake Victorian window latches. The pretty period property is currently on the market for a mere $70,000 (£56.5k).

With its wraparound porch and intricate forest-green woodwork, this attractive farmhouse oozes country charm. Located in the heart of the Minnesota city of Preston, it's a picture-perfect property to call home.

Built in 1892, the house has an array of period features, including rustic wood floors and original panelled doors. Sash windows let in plenty of natural light and the striking light fitting in this living space adds a touch of old-world grandeur.

This small lean-to is the ideal size for storing muddy boots and coats. We can’t help but admire the characterful panelling across the walls and ceiling, as well as that charming red wooden door. Not bad for a house that’s on sale for just $84,900 (£68.5k)!

Upstairs, the accommodation is equally as delightful. On the spacious landing alone you’ll find more sash windows, a carved balustrade and a characterful pitched ceiling. The current owners have painted the floorboards light grey, giving the upper level a more modern touch.

Constructed around 1818 by John LaTaste, this wonderful wooden house was later purchased by Dr Achille Plunkett, a physician from San Domingo in the Dominican Republic. It’s thought that the home was used for some time by the Plunketts as a boarding school.

Expanded across the years, the elegant property is a whimsical combination of architectural styles. With a mostly Federal-style entrance hall, Greek Revival-style wings and Victorian additions, there’s plenty of history to enjoy here – just look at those chunky cut-stone chimneys protruding from the dainty wooden siding.

The entrance hall is bright and airy with large windows, high ceilings and an archway leading through to the rest of the accommodation, which includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Intricate woodwork and six-panel doors offer a sense of refinement – something that’s not often found in a house on the market for just $85,000 (£68.5k).

Grand sash windows and wooden floorboards offer a glimpse back to the property's regal heyday. Along with Federal-style wood panelling, the main parlour also boasts a large feature fireplace – one of many in this feature-packed house.

With its timeless wraparound porch, this period property stands tall and unashamedly Texan, with the emblem of the Lone Star State displayed proudly on its apex. Constructed in 1920, this relatively untouched 100-year-old house could make a unique family home with a little elbow grease.

Inside this handsome home, original woodwork and plaster mouldings are still intact. The wooden staircase and large doors in the entrance hall give the property a sense of finesse and grandeur. And then there’s the intricate wall panelling and chandelier to admire…

Hardwood floors run throughout this four-bedroom home, and with a little sanding and a polish they'll come up a treat. In this room, an oversized leaded glass window lets in lots of natural light, while the period fireplace surround provides a striking focal point.

With white window frames set against quaint grey-blue siding, this old Texan home is certainly a charming sight. Set in just over half an acre of land, it’s the perfect leafy spot to relax and unwind. Fancy reviving this grand property? It's currently on the market for $85,000 (£68.5k).

Built in 1928, The Dunn House may be the youngest property on our list, but it’s not short of a historic tale or two. A beautiful example of Colonial Revivalism, Virginian architect J. Bryant Heard designed a classical Doric entry portico, imparting no end of kerb appeal. The three-bedroom house has remained in the same family for decades and is now on the market for $89,000 (£71.7k). 

In the entrance hall you'll find a grand, sweeping staircase with a curved balustrade as well as high ceilings, a charming chandelier and double archways that lead through to the reception rooms. Many of the house’s original light fixtures have been stored on-site, just waiting to be brought back to life.

This all-American fixer-upper needs a little work to make it fit for modern living – we'd love to see these original cabinets incorporated into a fresh, updated scheme. Together with the period sash windows and quaint butler's pantry, the home's historic features have been beautifully preserved.

Nestled in the eaves, this cosy attic room offers more quirky design elements, including a pair of symmetric arched windows in the gable. A hallmark of yesteryear, yellow tartan carpet adorns the floors, however, we wonder if a period feature could be hiding underneath, just waiting to be uncovered...

Dating back to 1910, this four-bedroom property is pretty as a picture, with quaint green shutters, a sweet dormer window and a stunning covered porch. Now on the market for $89,900 (£72.5k), it just goes to show that you don’t have to be a millionaire to snap up your own slice of American history.

Blending both Victorian and Colonial styles, the interior offers a treasure trove of period gems. But it’s the stunning, untouched woodwork that really takes our breath away – in this huge entrance foyer alone, you’ll find pillars, intricate wood flooring and grand double doors.

One of the most majestic features has to be this elaborately carved wooden staircase. The main focal point in the entrance hall, the space isn't short of amazing fixtures, with a beautiful stained glass window, built-in bench and swathes of handsome wood panelling.

In the dining room, you’ll find yet more gorgeous period detailing, including wood coving and an inlaid antique bureau. The current owners have framed the large bay windows with heavy drapes, which only add to the room's sense of grandeur. How's that for a time warp home!