Own a piece of Chester County history! This home was once a Drovers Inn formerly known as The Rising Sun Tavern built-in 1815 by William Waggonseller. This home has a pedigree along with several books written about it and has been included in Chester County days tour. Gorgeous stone home with an immense bank barn. The 5.20 acres add privacy and possibilities to this property. The barn has very high ceilings on the lower floor that would be perfect for a few horses. When walking into this home you can immediately see the authenticity from the hardwood floors, the hand-crafted molding, doors, and many original features. The Living room has beautiful original hardwood floors, a working fireplace with a wood stove, built-ins, deep window sills, and double doors that add so much character. The dining room was the Tavern's bar area, hardwood floors and deep window sills add to this lovely room. The Tavern room has a gorgeous walk-in fireplace with the original welcome window, hardwood floors, open beams, and a powder room. A side staircase to the second floor gives that bedroom a private entrance. The kitchen with a fireplace and wood mantle plus a candle closet. .. .just needs your touch, imagine how beautiful it will be. The center hall has an exit to the 29 x 11 deck that overlooks the sprawling backyard. Turned staircase leads to 4 bedrooms and a full bath. Primary bedroom has hardwood floors, fireplace, closet, open beams, and a door to 4th bedroom which could be used as an additional closet or sitting room to expand your Primary bedroom (it also has its own entry to the first floor). There are 2 additional bedrooms, each with hardwood floors, and one with a fireplace. Full bath. Huge attic for storage. Basement has the original walk-in fireplace, dual oil tanks, laundry and it's a walk-out. Outbuildings include a carriage house, springhouse, and gazebo. The bank barn is magnificent, the upstairs is in great condition, it is separated into different rooms and has a back area for storage. The 1st floor has very high ceilings which are unusual for this type of barn. Upstairs is heated with 5 overhead propane heaters and 2 propane fireplaces all in good condition. The 5.20 acres is serene with a creek running through the spring house and a meadow on the side of the barn. The wooded area in the back provides privacy from other homes.
Single-familyProperty Type
1815Year Built
5.2 acresLot Size
$312Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
10 spacesParking
Listed by Jackie Rhoads• RE/MAX HomePoint
•484-451-5151 (broker)
•info@hmpnt.com (broker)
Bought with Greg Perry• BHHS Fox & Roach-West Chester
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.2 Acres
Year renovated
2023
Sq. Ft.
2,880
Year built
1735
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
3404 01210800
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
RC
Residential and Conservation District
In addition to the general goals listed in the statements of Purpose, Section 102, and Community Development Objectives, Section 103, the purpose of the RC-Residential and Conservation District is to: Protect open space resources and reduce development pressure on those portions of the Township that are environmentally sensitive.; Support and protect the agricultural industry by directing residential development to identified growth areas e.g., RD-Residential Development District.; Provide for water resource protection by reducing demand on the potable water supply, limiting soil erosion and stormwater runoff, and reducing contamination and runoff into the Pickering and Pine Creeks through appropriate growth management techniques.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Communications tower
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 10
Driveway - # of Spaces: 10
Stone Driveway
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Bathroom 2, Attic
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 5
Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Unfinished
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Horse: Yes
Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed
Improvement Assessed Value: $90,000
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone
Foundation Details: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Bank Barn, Carriage House, Gazebo, Spring House, Tenant House
Exterior Information
Outbuilding(s)
Lot Information
Lot Features: Stream/Creek
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $126,120
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,880
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $173
County Tax: $984
School Tax: $5,992
School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Assessed Value: $216,120
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $7,149
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Utilities
Utilities Information
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
School District Name: DOWNINGTOWN AREA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: South on 113 make left on 401 house on left
Municipality: WEST PIKELAND TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,880
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5.2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1735
Year Renovated: 2023
County: Chester County
APN: 3404 01210800
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lionville El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.1mi
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Lionville Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
Downingtown High School East Campus
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
26% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$855,000 – $1.03M
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