Constructed during the middle of the nineteenth century, it was a prominent building along one of the area's major roads, and it was eventually named a historic site.

Bennett also occupied a leading place in the society of northwestern Hamilton County, and his home was widely known for its numerous social gatherings as well as the political events that were held there.

He arranged for the construction of his house in 1847, employing an unknown architect to produce a simple design in the Greek Revival style.

[2] Two stories tall, the house was highly symmetrical, with a central section and a wing on each side of a size comparable to the center.

[2] Due to its large size and distinctive architecture, which were accentuated by its location on the Harrison Pike, the Bennett House was long a landmark for local residents and travellers.