Bay & Bent

Rustic Ridge Retreat

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This rectangular barn, circa 1900, is a solid and impressive example of the robust construction techniques of its era. Located in Howard, Pennsylvania, a region with a rich history of lumbering, the barn features hand-hewn beams of mixed oak and chestnut, joined together with double tight ties for added strength and durability.


With dimensions of 24x36 feet, the barn offers a footprint of 864 square feet. The structure comprises four bays, spaced 11/14/11, and rises to a ridge height of 21 feet with a rafter plate height of 13.6 feet.


Howard, Pennsylvania, settled in 1784, experienced a surge in the lumber industry during the 19th century, utilizing the vast old-growth forests that once covered the region. This barn, a product of that era, offers a unique opportunity to repurpose a significant piece of local history.

Location

Pennsylvania

Dimensions

24'x36'

Sq. Ft. footprint

864

Height

Rafter Plate: 13,6' | Ridge Height: 21'

Bents

4

Bay Spacing

11'|14'|11'

Floors

One Floor

Species

Mixed Oak and Chestnut

Post & Beam Character

Hand Hewn

Unique Features

Double tight ties in the bents are done for added strength and durability. It is not uncommon for a barn to hold 50-100 tons of hay on the upper floor. Everything about a barn and its construction is designed around these needs.

CIRCA

1900's

Historic Frame Price

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