Caldwell-Cobb-Love House is a historic home located at Lincolnton,

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. It was built about 1841 as a transitional

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dwelling and extensively remodeled in the Victorian Cottage style about 1877. It was again remodeled and enlarged at the turn of the 20th century. The two-story, frame dwelling features three cross gable ells, wall dormers, inset porch, and balconies. It has a three-story rear wing. It was built by Dr. Elam Caldwell, a grandson of William Sharpe (1742–1818), a member of the Continental Congress. It was listed on the

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in 1986.

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