James and Mandy Fiser’s quest for a perfect home in Pittsburgh turned into a mysterious adventure as they stumbled upon hidden secrets within their new dwelling. A peculiar floor hatch caught their attention during the initial tour, leading them to a key discreetly placed inside a vent in their home office.

Behind an antique cupboard in the kitchen, a concealed door revealed a dimly lit basement adorned with vintage furniture and framed pictures. The journey into the house’s history took an unexpected turn when they found a locked hatch containing a box with old recipes and, remarkably, the original blueprints dating back to 1887.

However, the exploration of the house’s past took a darker twist. The box held unsettling jars of preserved foods and animal carcasses, disturbingly connected to a hidden vent in the living room that had captured the attention of their dog, Scout.

Disturbed by this gruesome discovery, the Fisers sought professional help, discovering that such findings were not uncommon in old Victorian houses in Pennsylvania. The artifacts were attributed to a healing tradition known as “powwow,” combining religious elements with health practices. It was likely that the previous occupant, an elderly lady, engaged in these rituals for healing purposes.

To create a more comfortable living environment, the Fisers decided to remove the unsettling artifacts, eliminating the strange smell. Relieved to understand the source of the mysterious occurrences, the couple is now dedicated to making their dream home truly their own, free from the haunting secrets of the past. The house, cleansed of enigmatic remnants, stands ready for the Fisers to continue building their lives.