Where your home wish list meets reality! Step into history without sacrificing modern comfort in this enchanting circa-1800 hewn-log farmhouse. Thoughtfully updated throughout, this home blends timeless character with modern functionality and tastes. Recent renovations include a brand-new kitchen and additional full bathroom (2025), along with fully upgraded plumbing and electrical systems brought to current standards. Step outside to the wrap-around porch and take in the expansive, level yard—over one acre in Hempfield School District! Zoned agricultural, this property is a rare find that offers flexibility for your vision (buyer to verify permitted uses with East Hempfield Township). Mature trees provide shade, privacy, fruit, and seasonal color, while the fully fenced yard and gated driveway ensure peace of mind. Whether you dream of a hobby farm, garden oasis, or something more grand, this property offers the perfect canvas to cultivate your future plans. Move right in and start to enjoy wide-open skies and countryside views while maintaining easy access to major roads and daily conveniences. Come discover for yourself all that this homestead has to offer as it stands the test of time!
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
1.13 acresLot Size
$244Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
8 spacesParking
Listed by Dennis Brandt• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
•717-367-3500 (broker)
•gschlectic@homesale.com (broker)
Bought with Lisa Naples• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
Charming 2-Story farmhouse just outside of East Petersburg in desirable Hempfield School district. 1.13 Acre lot enclosed with split rail fencing. Relaxing wrap around porch. Wide plank wood flooring. 4 bedrooms. Large eat-in granite kitchen with island, breakfast area and all appliances. Two staircases. Formal dining room, living room, and den/play room. Beautiful wood burning fireplace. Laundry can be 1st or 2nd floor. New windows and new siding. Central air. Updated bathroom plus 1st floor powder room. French doors. Beautiful shed. Parking for at least 10 cars. Farmland view and short drive to Root's Market.
BRIGHT MLS #PALA133300
Jun 28, 2019
Sold
$312,000
$151/sq ft
May 30, 2019
Pending
—
May 24, 2019
Listed
$289,900
$140/sq ft
+67
This historic farmhouse has it all! Realize your dreams of a self sufficient life on this updated hobby farm that checks all of your boxes- refinished wood floors, ceramic tile floors, granite countertops, swan neck faucet, subway tile backsplash, walnut chop block island with seating, French doors, walk-in fireplace with efficient wood burning Jotul cast iron stove capable of being your sole source of heat, wrap around porch, picket fence, fish pond, fountain, small established orchard with apple trees, mulberry trees, wild plum tree, cherry tree, black walnut trees, grape arbor, raspberry patch, strawberry plants, blueberry bushes, and fig tree. This property has a deep driveway and a large wooded lot giving lots of privacy and a buffer from the neighboring property. There is a large shed, which could serve multiple uses, and perennial flower beds. The raised wooden vegetable garden beds have already been planted for the season. The portable chicken coop was designed to fit in the garden beds and provide natural fertilizer. Relax in your expansive country yard enjoying the sounds of the fish pond, water fountain, and occasional horse drawn Amish buggy passing by. Entertain guests on the peaceful wrap around porch or out at the fire pit overlooking the farm fields. From your kitchen window, you can enjoy the picturesque views in every season of the neighboring farm field and beautiful bank barn or watch the kids climb trees, play, and swing in the orchard. Catch regular glimpses in the farmer's field of deer, foxes, and groundhogs. Enter into either the large living room or dining room, which are both fantastic for entertaining with an open floor plan. There are (2) staircases leading to the 2nd floor. The kitchen features a breakfast area and one of the staircases leading to a private bedroom. The 1st floor half bathroom is very large and could easily be made into a full bathroom. The 2nd floor boasts 4 total bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a laundry that comes complete with high efficiency, extra large capacity washer and dryer. The attic has solid wide plank flooring and can easily be refinished with shiplap into an additional bedroom or a bonus room if desired. The entire house has been recently repainted and features updated urban farmhouse fixtures. To top it off, there is an excellent whole house water treatment and softener system. Purchase your produce, meat, and more weekly from Root's Country Market & Auction around the corner, and your milk, eggs, and honey from the Amish farm up the road. The 1.2 acres with agricultural zoning allows for 12 chickens and 1 large animal per acre as well as bee hives, and even a curbside fruit stand if you choose. This property is located in the excellent Hempfield School District, and is in a prime location with rapidly increasing property value only minutes from Spooky Nook Sports Center, Landisville Main Street, and the amazing Amos Herr Dream Park playground built by the community. This really is your "Forever House" that will make memories for you and your family for years to come.
BRIGHT MLS #1003498381
Jul 12, 2013
Sold
$179,900
$87/sq ft
May 27, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Apr 1, 2013
Listed
$179,900
$87/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1005097185
Apr 17, 2002
Listed
$144,900
$70/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 29, 2001
Sold
$138,000
$67/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 4, 1996
Sold
$118,450
$57/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,928 (+7.1%)
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2025
$3,668 (+2.9%)
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2024
$3,566 (+2.0%)
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2023
$3,495 (+2.8%)
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2022
$3,398 (+1.6%)
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2021
$3,344
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2020
$3,344 (+1.7%)
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2019
$3,288 (−17.8%)
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2018
$4,000 (+10.9%)
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2017
$3,608 (−1.8%)
$58,800 + $84,500
$143,300
2014
$3,676
$68,300 + $84,500
$152,800
Tax history for 1103 Graystone Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,928 (+7.1%)
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2025
$3,668 (+2.9%)
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2024
$3,566 (+2.0%)
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2023
$3,495 (+2.8%)
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2022
$3,398 (+1.6%)
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2021
$3,344
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2020
$3,344 (+1.7%)
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2019
$3,288 (−17.8%)
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2018
$4,000 (+10.9%)
$82,600 + $82,400
$165,000
2017
$3,608 (−1.8%)
$58,800 + $84,500
$143,300
2014
$3,676
$68,300 + $84,500
$152,800
*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
2.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.13 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,202
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lancaster County
APN
2901031800000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
A
Agriculture Zone
To protect and promote agriculture in areas located outside of East Hempfield Townships designated Urban Growth Area. The provisions of this zone have been designed to meet Section 604.3. of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (PA MPC), which requires the Zoning Ordinance to be designed to preserve prime agriculture and farmland considering topography, soil type and classification, and present agriculture use. In order to preserve the agricultural and rural character of the area, public sewer and water utility services shall not be extended into the Agriculture Zone, and instead, each use in this zone shall be serviced with on-lot sewer and water facilities.