Historic Greenville house saved from wrecking ball
GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) – A historic house in Greenville that was to be torn down is now set to be transformed into a community art hub and boutique bed and breakfast.
Preservation North Carolina has announced the sale and preservation of the historic J.W. Higgs House after facing the threat of demolition last year.
In January 2024, Greenville City Council approved its demolition, but in March, the city’s Historic Preservation Commission issued a 365-day delay to help PNC find buyers.
City councilman Matt Scully, and his wife, Erin, along with architect Kathryn Ross, have now bought the house.
The Scullys own The Scullery restaurant in downtown Greenville.
The Queen Anne Revival landmark was built between 1902 and 1905 by Jacob W. Higgs.
The Dickinson Avenue home has sat empty for years. Some city officials classified the home as a potential health hazard and said squatters had been setting fires inside the home.
Once restored, it will become The Higgs House Inn and gathering Place, hosting community events, showcasing regional art, and operating as a boutique bed and breakfast.