Echo Manor
Echo Manor is a historic plantation house in Raleigh, North Carolina. It is considered the oldest house in Raleigh.
History
Echo Manor was possibly built in 1741 for Robert Whitaker on an 840-acre parcel of land granted by King George II, although historians at North Carolina State University speculate that the structure likely dates to the late eighteenth century, around 1790.[1][2] Whitaker's son, Colonel John Whitaker, built Whitaker Mill and was active in establishing new government in Wake County.[1]
Likely built in sections, Echo Manor underwent additions in the early nineteenth century.[2] The Doric columns were added in the 1950s by Vance Swift.[2] The interior includes Greek Revival doors and mantels and Victorian stair details.[2] Echo Manor was remodeled multiple times in the twentieth century.[2] It is the oldest house standing on its original foundation in Wake County.[1]
References
- 1 2 3 "This is the oldest house standing on its original foundation in Wake County". RDU Baton. Raleigh, North Carolina. Retrieved August 2, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 5 "Entrance, Echo Manor, Wake County, North Carolina". NC State University Libraries. Raleigh, North Carolina: North Carolina State University. Retrieved August 2, 2026.