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Woodville and its collection
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Woodville, also known as the Neville House or John Neville House, is a historic house located on Washington Pike, south of Heidelberg, Pennsylvania. This house is significant for its association with John Neville, a tax collector whose other house was burned in the Whiskey Rebellion in 1794. The oldest part of the house dates back to 1775, with the main section built a decade later. It is one of the oldest houses in Allegheny County and has been preserved and restored to its original condition.
Location and Surroundings of Woodville
Today, Woodville serves as a historic house museum. It is situated on a one-acre lot on the west side of the highway. The house features a small gravel parking lot on the south side, providing convenient parking for visitors. A hedge buffers the house from nearby modern commercial buildings. The west and north sides of the property border on woodlands, adding to the serene and historic atmosphere of the place.
Interior Layout and Furnishings of Woodville
The layout of Woodville follows a center-hall plan. A stairway ascends from the hall to the upstairs bedrooms. The first story of the house features a large living room on the north side, along with a dining room and another smaller room. The kitchen is located in a wing of the house, with a garret above it where slaves used to sleep. All the interior rooms have been meticulously restored to their original furnishings, offering visitors a glimpse into the past.
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