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4 Beds
5 Baths
4,012 SqFt
SOLD DATE : 06/20/2024
Key Details
Sold Price $1,505,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 4,012 sqft
Price per Sqft $375
Subdivision Hickory Hill
MLS Listing ID PACT2064082
Sold Date 06/20/24
Style Farmhouse/National Folk
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 2
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 4,012
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1839
Annual Tax Amount $13,070
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 3.100 Acres
Acres 3.1
Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00
Property Description
The story of this historic house begins with the land it occupies. Once part of a thousand-acre William Penn land grant, circa 1682, the property was subdivided down through the ages, passing from family to family, every transaction recorded and several of the names prominent in Chester County history.
Today, the original house, built by the Mendenhall family in 1839, includes three acres and enough recreational space to suggest a country resort. Think private paradise with a salt water swimming pool. Imagine a wonderful family compound secluded in a setting that feels rural but is a mere 15 minutes from downtown Wilmington, 35 minutes from the Philadelphia airport.
The current owners have been excellent stewards of the property for more than 35 years. Any changes and updates to Olde Farm have been carefully considered and professionally designed, with an eye to maintaining the character and the history that define this old house. The end result is living space that balances architectural drama in the kitchen/family room with intimate common living areas that are original in size and character. Some historic elements have been added. Both the family room fireplace and the front door came from an historic house in Philadelphia.
Also original are the three staircases and a meandering floorplan that includes hidden spaces, one a perfect private office on the second floor. Bedrooms are spacious and sunny; bathrooms are all tastefully updated. The primary bedroom introduces luxury wrapped in historic charm, and the enormous third floor is more apartment than bedroom---very private, with vaulted ceiling and broad, almost floor-to-ceiling gothic windows open to views of mature trees and manicured grounds.
That view takes in the original barn, restored as a party barn with a full bath and a kitchenette. In addition to a separate two-car garage, the barn also has parking for two cars. Just as with the house, almost all the barnwood is original, a testament to the endurance of the construction and the quality of the materials. And to the amazement of the architect who designed the new kitchen/family room addition, the original house is still plumb. As anyone with experience in historic restoration will confirm, that is indeed phenomenal.
Years ago, the current owners fell in love with this property at first sight. It’s a good bet that the next owner will, too.
Location
State PA
County Chester
Area Pennsbury Twp (10364)
Zoning RES
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Other
Basement Full
Interior
Interior Features Additional Stairway, Attic, Breakfast Area, Butlers Pantry, Combination Kitchen/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Heat Pump(s), Forced Air, Baseboard - Electric
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Gas/Propane
Equipment Built-In Microwave, Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator
Fireplace Y
Window Features Bay/Bow
Appliance Built-In Microwave, Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator
Heat Source Electric, Natural Gas
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s), Porch(es), Wrap Around
Parking Features Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage - Side Entry, Oversized
Garage Spaces 8.0
Pool Concrete, Fenced, Heated, In Ground, Saltwater
Water Access N
Roof Type Shingle
Accessibility None
Porch Patio(s), Porch(es), Wrap Around
Total Parking Spaces 8
Garage Y
Building
Story 3
Foundation Stone
Sewer Septic Permit Issued
Water Well
Architectural Style Farmhouse/National Folk
Level or Stories 3
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings,Beamed Ceilings,Vaulted Ceilings
New Construction N
Schools
School District Unionville-Chadds Ford
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 64-05 -0011.0100
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Security Features Security System
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Financing Cash,Conventional
Special Listing Condition Standard
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