5 Beds
4 Baths
5,899 SqFt
5 Beds
4 Baths
5,899 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Pending
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,899 sqft
Price per Sqft $186
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID PABK2046062
Style Craftsman
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 4
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 4,440
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1999
Annual Tax Amount $12,110
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 9.810 Acres
Acres 9.81
Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00
Property Description
This wonderful home was designed to capture the features from the Craftsman homes of the early 1900s: earthy, in the choice of stone and wood; an interior that transitions to the outside with large, wide porches and a heavy stone base to support each porch column; a large roof overhang, with exposed beams and rafters. The roof graces the building and provides shade in summer while, in combination with large south-facing windows, it maximizes solar gain during the colder months of the year. Staying true to the design are components of the original bungalow designs, including the simplicity of the door, window, and cabinet facings. A small version of a traditional Inglenook with a central wood stove shares its chimney with a stone-faced Rumford fireplace that has been perfectly placed in the center of the home. The mantel was made from a reclaimed barn beam. Building materials and fence design ties landscape features to each other and the home.
The first floor features a primary ensuite. A modest primary bathroom has a walk-in shower to the left of the door entry. Two additional rooms are on this floor. One of the rooms is currently used as an office. Both are serviced by a second full bathroom. The second-floor features two bedrooms, a full bathroom and a landing area which is perfect for reading or relaxation.
The kitchen is open and bright and includes a butler pantry for additional storage. The exposed beams in the kitchen echo the charm felt throughout the house. There is a root cellar that stores vegetables through cooler seasons, maintaining a temperature around 40 degrees. The peninsula is perfect for entertaining while you prepare a meal. The windows from the kitchen and eating area overlook the custom inground saltwater pool with a spa. The pergola with mature wisteria keeps you shaded from the sun while you enjoy the pool area. The dining area connects easily to the kitchen and opens to the wood stove and seating area. The expansive windows in the open living area create a feeling of being outside which is further enhanced by the pitched wooden ceiling overhead.
The walk out lower level is bright and open. It could easily be separate living quarters with its own kitchen and full bathroom. There is a large open area and two private areas. The unfinished area has a significant amount of storage space including custom built shelving.
This home is built for efficiency and sustainability. The outside walls are double-studded and eight inches thick with an R-value 30. The ceilings are super-insulated to R-60. Both have a continuous foil-faced and taped vapor barrier. Recently added solar panels produce power that keeps electric costs to less than $20 a month on average. The raised bed gardens are substantial and produce vegetables and fruits that sustain the current owners year-round. The principal source of heat for many years was the wood stove. Its warmth is drawn up into the air conditioning ductwork and distributed through the entire house. In 2016 radiant heat in the floors was installed for an optional heat source.
Above the two-car garage is a heated workshop. The space is significant and can accommodate large shop equipment.
The location can’t be beat, Allentown is about 45 minutes away, Philadelphia is about an hour, and NY City is about 2 hours away. Schedule your showing today!
Location
State PA
County Berks
Area Pike Twp (10271)
Zoning RESIDENTIAL
Rooms
Basement Partially Finished
Main Level Bedrooms 3
Interior
Hot Water Electric
Heating Baseboard - Electric, Wood Burn Stove, Radiant
Cooling Central A/C
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Wood
Inclusions Negotiable
Fireplace Y
Heat Source Electric, Propane - Owned, Wood
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Garage Garage - Front Entry
Garage Spaces 2.0
Pool In Ground, Heated, Concrete, Fenced, Pool/Spa Combo
Waterfront N
Water Access N
Accessibility None
Parking Type Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Y
Building
Story 2
Foundation Permanent
Sewer On Site Septic
Water Well
Architectural Style Craftsman
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District Oley Valley
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 71-5470-00-20-1898
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, VA
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, VA
Financing Cash,Conventional,VA
Special Listing Condition Standard
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