FEATURED HOME on the National Trust's historic properties web site! Originally deeded by William Penn family & was on Chester County Day home tour! 3-D interactive tour uploaded here---click link! Custom crafted in the 1700"s (w/ 1800"s additions) this home"s historic soul has been carefully preserved while recent restorations & upgrades ensure that its lay-out and amenities are well-suited for 21st century living! Over 5 acres of fenced & grassy lawns; quiet woods; in-ground saltwater pool complex; expertly landscaped gardens/specimen trees/shrubs framing brick and stone walkways & terraces. Perfect for everyday living, intimate gatherings, large festive affairs! 4 Bdrms & 3 full Baths plus distinct features: deep wndw sills; exposed brick & wood planked flrs (some from 18th century barn); wood-beamed ceilings; exposed stone walls; exquisite millwork. Stunning Sunrm w/ an abundance of wndws & french drs & skylights that radiate natural light. Family Rm is richly appointed w/ built-in cabinets; wood frplce & cast iron stove; exposed wood beams; random width wood flrs; french drs out to the yards & pool. Walk-in Pantry & Laundry; Computer/Study Alcove; renovated Full Bath. Renovated & custom installed modern gourmet Kitchen: stainless steel applncs; double ovens; Sub-Zero fridge; Thermador downdraft vent stove; glazed cabinets/curios; leathered granite counters w/ tile bcksplsh; casual Brkfst Area. Still respectfully maintaining the home"s original character the Dining Rm has the original cooking frplce"s hood & brick hearth and the Living Rm has a wood-burning frplce flanked by built-in cabinetry. Study/Office w/ dr for privacy. Upstairs: Master Suite with Bdrm w/ pitched vaulted ceiling w/ exposed wood beams & multiple closets & renovated Full Bath; 2 more Bdrms; Bonus Rm/Den; renovated Full Bath w/ exposed stone wall. Finished & heated third flr has a sizeable Bdrm or Game/Media Rm & walk-in storage. In-ground saltwater pool plus hardscaped stone walls & terrace and gardens designed by the award-winning Robert Montgomery Landscapes. New 2-story oversized (30x24) Multi-Car Garage w/ huge second flr storage (potential for finishing!). Newer cedar roof (30-yr wrrnty) & heated gutters; security systm; electric animal fencing; irrigation systm; newer propane hot water heating systm; 5 zones of heat & AC via ductless cooling inverters (control temps & usage). So close to major rtes/PA Trnpke, dining, shops, parks, schls.
Single-familyProperty Type
1791Year Built
5.3 acresLot Size
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Karen Boyd• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
*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
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2.4 Acres
Year renovated
1978
Sq. Ft.
2,898
Year built
1850
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Chester County
APN
2304 00320000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
R-2
Rural Residential Zoning District
The R-2 Zoning District generally contains areas with existing agricultural, woodlands, stream valleys and rural residential uses. The purpose of the R-2 Zoning District is as follows: To accommodate the continuation of agriculture as a land use within West Nantmeal Township; To preserve and enhance ecologically fragile and aesthetically valuable environments of West Nantmeal Township. Specific environmental features to be preserved and enhanced include, but are not necessarily limited to streams, stream valleys, watercourses, floodplains, wetlands, groundwater, steep slopes, woodlands, scenic vistas, and scenic corridors; To permit development of a type and density, which will have minimal adverse impacts upon the natural features and the surrounding properties; To provide a clearly defined limit between residential uses, densities and developments within West Nantmeal Township