This circa-1824 two-story stone home is nestled on North Front Street in Newton Hamilton, Pennsylvania.

Our Pennsylvania find boasts views, from the living room, of the picturesque Juniata River.

This circa-1727 home located in Pine Bush, New York, is a fine example of early Dutch colonial style. Also known as Dwaarkill Manor, the home is in desperate need of a complete restoration.

The Ulster County beauty is nestled on 24 private acres of farmland, which includes 2 streams and a guesthouse.

This circa-1785 home may not look like much, but beneath the white stucco lies old stone, brick and log. Who knows what you could do with this lovely single-family home in historic Aldie, Virginia?

Not only does this Virginia home boast its original wood floors, it features three working fireplaces — a great way to keep cozy on a cold winter’s night.

This circa-1847 home in Baltimore, Maryland, is constructed of semi-coursed gneiss stone. The dividing wall was recently removed so the duplex can serve as a single-family home.

Our Maryland pick is one of the earliest homes in Woodberry, a mill village located on the west side of the Jones Falls Valley in Baltimore City. “Isolated from other neighborhoods by topography, transportation arteries and parkland, Woodberry retains a pastoral, village-like atmosphere characterized by narrow streets and footpaths, front and back yards and open space,” says the Maryland Historic Trust.

This circa-1790 federal-style home in Bloomery, West Virginia, features heart pine flooring throughout and a stone patio that overlooks 7 acres of property.

The historic home features its original walk-in fireplace, a fine example of early stone masonry.

This circa-1831 home located in Greenfield, Ohio, is situated in a peaceful and private setting.

Views of farm fields and meadows from this historic Ohio gem are said to be idyllic.

Sources say this Williamsport, Indiana, stone cottage — in desperate need of a gut renovation — is the site where the song “Banks of the Wabash” was written by Paul Dresser.

Sure, the inside may need a complete gut, but the Indiana gem sits on over three acres of the prettiest wooded property you’re likely to find.

We scoured the market to find old stone homes that would suit the DIYer, someone who has a soft spot for all things early American. These magnificent examples of Colonial and Federal-style architecture are in need of serious TLC (and perhaps the demolition of an awkward addition or two). But just imagine the possibilities! Granted, each home is a bit off the beaten path, but definitely the makings of a great country getaway. Take a peek at our slideshow and tell us what you think!