Property Attributes
- MLS#PABK2040560
- TypeSingle Family
- CountyBERKS
- CityReading
- AreaLower Heidelberg Twp
- Zip19608
- StyleColonial
- Year Built1775
- Taxes$ 20177
- Price$ 3,495,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage8500
- Lot Size28.43 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
Awe-Inspiring Historic Gentleman's Farm Every inch of this 8400 SF historic, 1736-circa stone estate has been recently upgraded or restored by skilled craftsmen, while its 28+ acres is surrounded by hundreds of acres of protected conservation farmland. This stunning property truly has it all, from a sprawling manor with unique character touches, including deep set windows, solid wood doors, original hardware, and pegged random width flooring to a separate cottage, carriage and bank barns, riding arena, converted springhouse, pond, and so much more. Up the driveway to the covered front entry with honeycomb clay tile flooring and decorative transom and past the gorgeous facade with slate roofing, copper gutters, and stone wall terrace is the impressive foyer with curved walls, raised framed wood sides, and bench seat. Relax in the great room, elevated by two branch chandeliers with gold leaf ornate ceiling, decorative arched transom window, picture frame wainscot, fluted, column-lined marble fireplace, and parquet style hardwood flooring. Or opt for the living room with richly decorated, thick crown molding and branch chandelier with shades, and secondary staircase. French doors from the great room lead you to the bright sunroom with beamed ceiling, stone flooring with diamond border, curved windows, speaker system, and access to the porch. The awesome study has a wall lined with display shelves, a marble surround fireplace and hearth, built-in corner china cabinet, wet bar with stainless steel countertop, shelving, and GE mini cooler, and a deep closet. The fantastic kitchen has been completely restored with newer multicolored, tile flooring, restored Monell cabinetry, upgraded walk-in pantry, new garbage disposal, double stainless steel sink, GE side-by-side refrigerator with indoor water and ice, and premium Bosch stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher and microwave oven, 4-range cooktop, and self-cleaning oven. A secondary service kitchen offers double sinks, glass front cabinets, and 2 walk-in closets with matching tile flooring. The elegant dining room boasts a marble fireplace with tile hearth flanked by built-in curved china cabinets, a chandelier with shades, crown molding, wainscoting, curved window area with fluted columns, and backyard access. The second level includes an incredible Master Suite with private balcony, long bench seat with shelving, sitting room with wainscoting and walk-in closet, and private bathroom with ornate tiles and tub/shower, as well as in-law quarters/bedroom featuring a dressing room with built-in vanity, plus 3 additional bedrooms (one with an ensuite) and a full bathroom. The third floor has a library with shelf-lined walls, fireplace with fluted columns, and a walk-in closet, while the restored lower level has masonry walls and ceilings and a newer laundry room. Also on the property is a summer kitchen that has been transformed into an awesome, 1 BR, 1 BA cottage with restored features and a carriage barn featuring a 2-level home office with 2 rooms and powder room, 2 bedrooms, tile kitchen with newer cabinetry, full bathroom, and bonus room, plus a 6-car garage on lower level. The bank barn features 12,000 SF of heated, finished gallery space, a 9-stall horse barn completely restored with equipment room, tack room, feed room, and heated wash bay, a shavings shed, hay shed, equipment building, and powder room, as well as new roll-up barn doors, storage building for lawn equipment, and 3-bedroom groom's quarters, plus newer exterior fenestration, lighting, paddock, and four adjacent turnout fields with fresh fencing. An impressive indoor riding arena/multi purpose building provides 11,250 SF of lighted riding arena with composite surface fencing, while a stream with walking/horse bridge and a small pond enhance your outdoor living experience in every season!
Price History | |
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3/11/2024 | Listed $3,495,000 |
General Features
Interior Features | Additional Stairway,Attic,Built-Ins,Butlers Pantry,Carpet,Ceiling Fan(s),Chair Railings,Crown Moldings,Dining Area,Double/Dual Staircase,Exposed Beams,Floor Plan - Traditional,Formal/Separate Dining |
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Sewer | On Site Septic |
Heating | Steam |
Cooling | Window Unit(s) |
Possession | Negotiable |
Roof | Pitched,Shingle,Slate |
Appliances | Built-In Microwave,Built-In Range,Dishwasher,Dryer,Oven - Self Cleaning,Oven - Single,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer,Water Heater |
Exterior Features | Bump-outs,Exterior Lighting,Outbuilding(s),Secure Storage,Stone Retaining Walls |
Zoning | RESIDENTIAL |
Garage Spaces | 6.00 |
Pool Y/N | No Pool |
Patio/Porch Features | Balcony,Breezeway,Patio(s),Porch(es) |
Architectural Style | Colonial |
Construction Materials | Stone |
Year Built | 1775 |
Electric | 200+ Amp Service,Circuit Breakers |
View | Creek/Stream,Garden/Lawn,Panoramic,Pasture,Scenic Vista |
Levels | 2.5 |
Tax Year | 2023 |
Percent Ownership | Fee Simple |
Cool Fuel | Electric |
Accessibility | None |
County | BERKS |
New Construction | No |
Property Type | Residential |
HOA / Comm Assn | No |
Subdivision Name | NONE AVAILABLE |
Garage Y/N | Yes |
Water Access Y/N | No |
Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
Status | ACTIVE |
Directions | 222 to state Hill Road,L on Evans Hill Road |
ModificationTimestamp | 2024-03-11T12:40:32 |
City | READING |
Buyer Agent Compensation | 3 |
Senior Community Y/N | No |
MLS Area | Lower Heidelberg Twp (10249) |
Lot Size Square Feet | 1238410.00 |
Tax Assessed Value | 468500.0 |
Waterfront Y/N | No |
Street Name | EVANS HILL |
Tax Annual Amount | 20177.0 |
Home Warranty Y/N | No |
Property Condition | Excellent,Very Good |
Structure Type | Detached |
Condo/Coop Association Y/N | No |
Bathrooms Count Main Level | 1.00 |
Price Per Sq Ft | 411.18 |
Acceptable Financing | Cash,Conventional |
Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
Virtual Tour | https://youtu.be/LUIl-ai38Ws |
Total SQFT | 8500 |
Days on Market | 37 |
Location Type | Rural |
Standard Status | Active |
Year Built Source | Assessor |
Buyer Agent Compensation Type | % Of Gross |
Interior Features
Heating Fuel | Oil |
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Basement | Connecting Stairway,Drain,Full,Unfinished,Walkout Level,Walkout Stairs |
Flooring | Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Hardwood |
Total Fireplaces | 5 |
Fireplace Features | Brick,Corner,Mantel(s),Stone,Wood |
Hot Water | Oil |
Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
Heating Y/N | Yes |
Window Features | Bay/Bow |
Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
Above Grade Finished Area | 8500 |
Full Baths | 4 |
Half Baths | 1 |
Street Suffix | ROAD |
Central Air Y/N | No |
Total Bedrooms | 5 |
Room Type | Living Room,Dining Room,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 4,Kitchen,Library,Foyer,Sun/Florida Room,Great Room,Mud Room,Office,Bathroom 3,Primary Bathroom |
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
LivingAreaSource | Estimated |
Laundry Type | Basement |
Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source | Assessor |
Below Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 5 |
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 5 |
Bathrooms Half Main Level | 1 |
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 4 |
Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 4 |
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 4.00 |
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 4 |
Above Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
Total Baths | 5 |
Exterior Features
Fencing | Wood |
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Parking Features | Paved Driveway,Stone Driveway |
Lot Features | Front Yard,Landscaping,Level,Open,Private,Rear Yard,Rural,Secluded,SideYard(s),Subdivision Possible |
Water Source | Well |
Inclusions | All appliances |
Total Parking Spaces | 12 |
Garage Features | Additional Storage Area,Garage - Front Entry,Garage Door Opener,Oversized |
Type of Parking | Detached Garage,Driveway |
Foundation Details | Stone |
Water View Y/N | Yes |
Lot Dimensions | 0.00 x 0.00 |
Lot Size Acres | 28.43 |
Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
Lot Size Source | Assessor |
Road Responsibility | Boro/Township |
Horse Y/N | Yes |
Navigable Water Y/N | No |
Water Oriented Y/N | No |
# of Detached Garage Spaces | 6 |
LotDimensionsSource | Assessor |
Room Details
Room | Dimensions | Level | Flooring | Details |
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Bathroom 3 | Upper 1 | Built-Ins,Crown Molding,Flooring - HardWood | ||
Bedroom 2 | Upper 1 | Built-Ins,Chair Rail,Fireplace - Wood Burning,Crown Molding,Flooring - HardWood | ||
Bedroom 4 | Upper 1 | Built-Ins,Fireplace - Wood Burning,Flooring - HardWood | ||
Dining Room | Main | Built-Ins,Formal Dining Room,Crown Molding,Chair Rail,Fireplace - Wood Burning,Flooring - HardWood | ||
Foyer | Main | Crown Molding,Flooring - HardWood | ||
Great Room | Main | Chair Rail,Crown Molding,Fireplace - Wood Burning,Flooring - HardWood | ||
Kitchen | Main | Kitchen - Eat-in,Kitchen - Country,Countertop(s) - Ceramic,Double Sink,Flooring - Tile/Brick,Pantry,Breakfast Nook | ||
Library | Upper 2 | Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling,Built-Ins,Flooring - HardWood | ||
Living Room | Main | Flooring - HardWood,Crown Molding | ||
Mud Room | Main | Flooring - Tile/Brick | ||
Office | Main | Built-Ins,Chair Rail,Fireplace - Wood Burning,Flooring - HardWood | ||
Primary Bathroom | Upper 1 | Balcony Access,Built-Ins,Chair Rail,Flooring - HardWood,Primary Bedroom - Dressing Area,Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area,Walk-In Closet(s) | ||
Sun/Florida Room | Main | Flooring - Tile/Brick,Ceiling Fan(s) |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool