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4,696 SqFt

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1344 OLD AIRPORT RD Douglassville, PA 19518

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 4,696 sqft

Price per Sqft $138

Subdivision None Available

MLS Listing ID PABK2042014

Style Traditional

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 4

HOA Y/N N

Abv Grd Liv Area 4,696

Originating Board BRIGHT

Year Built 1720

Annual Tax Amount $10,353

Tax Year 2024

Lot Size 6.150 Acres

Acres 6.15

Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00

Property Description

Cherished and cared for by the same owner for over 60 years, this incredible property presents a unique opportunity to own a truly special piece of history. Once served as a local butcher, later transitioning to a beloved local tree farm, this property is believed to have also served as a stop on the Underground Railroad, offering refuge to those in need. Offering over 6 acres, 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 3 fireplaces, incredible home office/library, spectacular views, an all peg construction with no metal fasteners barn, spring house and private stocked creek with access for fishing and hunting, this home is a must see. Welcome to this exquisite estate bordering the Manatawny Creek at 1344 Old Airport Road in Douglassville, PA! Boasting breathtaking views, featuring nearly 4,700 square feet, this home masterfully blends the old-world charm of the original 1720 structure with a spectacular 1993 addition. From the original hardwood to radiant flooring, this property perfectly combines modern amenities with historic elegance. The grand scale of this estate is highlighted by a large barn constructed of wooden pegs, with pull-through bay access. and a charming spring house, enhancing its timeless beauty. Step into the original 1700s home and be enchanted by the gorgeous oak flooring and a stunning stone fireplace #1. Follow to a sunlit kitchen, featuring a breakfast nook with a picturesque window, corian counters, tile flooring, and a wood-beamed ceiling made from repurposed original barn beams. The kitchen is well-equipped with an electric cooktop, built-in oven, dishwasher, and disposal. Enjoy a sophisticated dining room with beautiful views. The spacious entertainment room features the second wood burning fireplace, radiant heated tile flooring, a wet bar with a cooktop/mini kitchen, a full bath #1, and easy access to the rear yard, making this an ideal entertainment space. The main level also includes a stunning library/office with custom, wood built-ins with safe, a wet bar, and a separate entrance, providing outstanding in home work opportunities. Completing the main level are a full bath #2, a large laundry room, and a grand two-story open stairway leading to the second level. Upstairs, you’ll find a stunning primary suite with cathedral ceilings, recessed lighting, dressing/sitting area, and a magnificent floor to ceiling fireplace #3 . Mornings can be spent on the covered deck overlooking the man-made pond, tree farm, and the Manatawny Creek. The ensuite bath #3 is a sanctuary with double sinks, heated flooring, a jetted tub, shower stall, and sauna. The newer addition also includes a second bedroom and bathroom #4. The charm continues with the third bedroom, showcasing spectacular old-world flooring and access to a curved staircase leading to the third level, where you’ll find the fourth bedroom with skylight. A second staircase takes you back to the main level living room and kitchen, providing seamless transitioning from floor to floor . If that wasn't enough, there is a two- car garage with a large unfinished upper level, ready for your ideas, as well as additional parking for 6+ vehicles. Property features dual zone heating and central air conditioning. On site well and septic. Property lines were surveyed and show additional acreage to middle of creek and along creek to the rear providing a fisherman's dream. The 2.06 acre adjacent lot, originally part of the 1979 Garland & Geraldine B. Fisher subdivision, lot #1, is also being offered as part of a package with 1344 Old Airport Rd at an additional fee. Inquire with Agent for details on new perk and probe status. Conveniently located with easy commute to Rt.422 and Pa Turnpike, Chester, Montgomery, Philadelphia and Lehigh Counties. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a one of a kind property, where modern luxury and historic charm unite to create a truly unique experience!

Location

State PA

County Berks

Area Amity Twp (10224)

Zoning LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL

Rooms

Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Great Room, Laundry, Office, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath

Basement Interior Access, Sump Pump, Unfinished

Interior

Interior Features Additional Stairway, Built-Ins, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Breakfast Area, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Recessed Lighting, Sauna, Skylight(s), Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Stove - Wood, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Wet/Dry Bar, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Other, Dining Area, Carpet, Curved Staircase, Double/Dual Staircase, Exposed Beams, Walk-in Closet(s)

Hot Water Electric

Heating Hot Water

Cooling Central A/C

Flooring Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Heated, Solid Hardwood, Wood

Fireplaces Number 3

Fireplaces Type Mantel(s), Stone, Wood

Inclusions washer, dryer, kitchen refrigerator, freezer in laundry room,

Equipment Cooktop - Down Draft, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Freezer, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer, Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Water Heater

Fireplace Y

Window Features Atrium,Double Hung,Double Pane,Screens,Skylights,Wood Frame

Appliance Cooktop - Down Draft, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Freezer, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer, Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Water Heater

Heat Source Oil

Laundry Main Floor

Exterior

Exterior Feature Balcony, Breezeway, Brick, Deck(s), Porch(es)

Garage Garage - Side Entry

Garage Spaces 8.0

Utilities Available Cable TV, Electric Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

Waterfront N

Water Access Y

View Creek/Stream, Garden/Lawn, Panoramic

Roof Type Architectural Shingle,Pitched

Accessibility 2+ Access Exits, >84\" Garage Door

Porch Balcony, Breezeway, Brick, Deck(s), Porch(es)

Total Parking Spaces 8

Garage Y

Building

Lot Description Flood Plain, Landscaping, Open, Rear Yard, Rural, Secluded, SideYard(s), Sloping, Stream/Creek, Trees/Wooded

Story 3

Foundation Stone

Sewer On Site Septic

Water Well

Architectural Style Traditional

Level or Stories 3

Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade

Structure Type Beamed Ceilings,Cathedral Ceilings,2 Story Ceilings,9'+ Ceilings,Dry Wall,High,Paneled Walls,Plaster Walls,Vaulted Ceilings

New Construction N

Schools

High Schools Daniel Boone Area

School District Daniel Boone Area

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 24-5366-13-23-3143

Ownership Fee Simple

SqFt Source Estimated

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional

Financing Cash,Conventional

Special Listing Condition Standard

Listed by Debra Hassler • Keller Williams Platinum Realty - Wyomissing

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