Rare opportunity to own a 5,400+ square foot historic homestead in very desirable Charlestown Township on 66+ protected acres. This one-of-a kind property has been in the care of one family since 1960. Title has been traced to one of the original settlers of Charlestown and the parcel was within the original grant of lands made by William Penn to Charles Pickering in 1682. The original manor house was built in 1751 by Griffith Jones and expanded with a sizable addition in the mid-1800s. The 7-bedroom, center-hall colonial has 4 full and 2 half baths, high ceilings, unique millwork, hardwood floors, fireplaces, and great light throughout. The home exudes historic charm with many modern updates. Outdoors, enjoy mature gardens, a pool house and swimming pool, greenhouse, porch, additional outdoor entertaining space with a lean-to added in 2021, and 2+ miles of hiking trails throughout the property. The acreage features rolling topography with mature trees and open land with streams, all under conservation easement with French and Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust. For the horse enthusiast, this property, known for generations as Fox Hollow Farm, has two barns, an outdoor riding ring, pastures and run-in sheds. The large bank-barn has also been used as an entertaining space to host lively square dances and dinner parties. There is a 2,200 square foot secondary home (tenant house) on the property with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths and a 1-car garage underneath. The property offers country living minutes from Malvern, Kimberton, Great Valley & close to the PA turnpike and highways providing access to Philadelphia and West Chester.
Rare opportunity to own a 5,400+ square foot historic homestead in very desirable Charlestown Township on 66+ protected acres. This one-of-a kind property has been in the care of one family since 1960. Title has been traced to one of the original settlers of Charlestown and the parcel was within the original grant of lands made by William Penn to Charles Pickering in 1682. The original manor house was built in 1751 by Griffith Jones and expanded with a sizable addition in the mid-1800s. The 7-bedroom, center-hall colonial has 4 full and 2 half baths, high ceilings, unique millwork, hardwood floors, fireplaces, and great light throughout. The home exudes historic charm with many modern updates. Outdoors, enjoy mature gardens, a pool house and swimming pool, greenhouse, porch, additional outdoor entertaining space with a lean-to added in 2021, and 2+ miles of hiking trails throughout the property. The acreage features rolling topography with mature trees and open land with streams, all under conservation easement with French and Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust. For the horse enthusiast, this property, known for generations as Fox Hollow Farm, has two barns, an outdoor riding ring, pastures and run-in sheds. The large bank-barn has also been used as an entertaining space to host lively square dances and dinner parties. There is a 2,200 square foot secondary home (tenant house) on the property with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths and a 1-car garage underneath. The property offers country living minutes from Malvern, Kimberton, Great Valley & close to the PA turnpike and highways providing access to Philadelphia and West Chester.
BRIGHT MLS #PACT102112
Nov 9, 2019
Listing Removed
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Nov 9, 2018
Listed
$1,800,000
$291/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1000295247
Sep 14, 2018
Listing Removed
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Sep 14, 2017
Listed
$1,800,000
$291/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007303746
Dec 31, 2013
Listing Removed
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Jul 22, 2013
Listed
$2,450,000
$396/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$13,173 (+2.8%)
$12,320 + $410,780
$423,100
2025
$12,813
$12,320 + $410,780
$423,100
Tax history for 3201 Yellow Springs Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$13,173 (+2.8%)
$12,320 + $410,780
$423,100
2025
$12,813
$12,320 + $410,780
$423,100
*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
7
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
57.1 Acres
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
5,492
Year built
1751
Style
Ranch
County
Chester County
APN
3503 00230000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
FR
Farm Residential District
The Farm Residential District contains various critical environmental areas, and soils which are highly suitable for the cultivation of crops. The purpose of the District is: to encourage the use of prime agricultural soils for cultivation, to conserve critical environmental areas, and to limit the sprawling effect of development by encouraging the conservation of open space through a more compact arrangement of lots and buildings. The use of on-site domestic waste disposal is encouraged where appropriate in order to replenish the supply of groundwater. This District is within the zone of low groundwater capability (0-10 gpm) and the zone of severe to moderate soil limitations for on-site sanitary sewer systems.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 9
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Driveway - # of Spaces: 6
Driveway, Detached Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 2nd Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 4
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Interior Information
Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick, Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Study, Recreation Room
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 5
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 700
Historic
Horse: Yes
Improvement Assessed Value: $410,780
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 1851
Habitable Residence: Yes
Building Information
Builder Name: Griffith Jones
Construction Materials: Stucco, Stone
Foundation Details: Stone
Main Entrance Orientation: East
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Bank Barn, Run-in Shed, Storage Barn/Shed, Garage(s), Tenant House
Building Winterized
Exterior Information
Extensive Hardscape, Outbuilding(s)
Fencing: Split Rail, Partially
Pool Information
Personal Pool
Concrete
Lot Information
Lot Features: Partly Wooded, Private, Rural, Secluded, Stream/Creek
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Has Water View
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Additional Parcels
Additional Parcels Description: Tax parcel #35-3-42 consisting of 9 acres across the street known as 2304 Yellow Springs Rd
Crops Included: No
Land Assessed Value: $12,320
Farm Information
Farm Features: Other Residence, Shed(s), Corral
Land Area Units: Acres
Horse
Farm Land Preservation: No
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 5,492
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 700
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
City/Town Tax: $318
County Tax: $1,934
School Tax: $9,501
School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
Tax Assessed Value: $423,100
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $11,753
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
200+ Amp Service
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil, Wood
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Well
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
Elementary School: CHARLESTOWN
Middle Or Junior School: GREAT VALLEY M.S.
High School: GREAT VALLEY
School District Name: GREAT VALLEY
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: MERLIN
Directions: Route 113 Turn onto Clover Mill Road continue to Pikeland Rd Right onto Merlin Road Left onto Yellow Springs Rd The property has two driveways - the first is on the right, winding uphill The second drive by the main house is a little further on the right, before Wells Rd
Location Type: Rural
Municipality: CHARLESTOWN TWP
Public facts
Beds: 7
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,492
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 57.1 acres
Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1751
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Chester County
APN: 3503 00230000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
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Schools
Charlestown El School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 2.3mi
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Great Valley Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
10/10
Great Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
10/10
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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 100° 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
$2.24M – $2.71M
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