Welcome to Black Walnut Farm! This magnificent estate is located in one of the most scenic regions in historic Oley Valley, less than one hour from Philadelphia and two hours from NYC. Oley Valley is rich in history and lush in agricultural land and farms. Black Walnut Farm is set on 18 acres and two parcels. Once a walnut farm the prominent entrance to this pretty piece of land is dotted with Maple trees that lead to a courtyard with an exquisite reproduction stone manor house. The addition has been carefully crafted to reflect the historical relevance of the period and meet today~s modern comforts. Rich appointments and beautiful detail are throughout with extensive crown moldings, raised paneling, mill work, handsome hardwood floors, custom cabinetry, 9-foot ceilings, oversized windows, dormers and light filled rooms. A gorgeous formal two-story light filled entry with gracious staircase leads to the second level. The main floor, with formal dining room, has raised panels and built in corner cabinetry to create an elegant and timeless space. Nearby is your formal Living/Sitting room with fine mill work, crown moldings, and wood burning fireplace that flows into a lovely sunroom with bay window and garden views for a quiet and luxurious reading or sitting spot. The central focus of the gathering space is a large gourmet kitchen and nearby fabulous mud room with well thought out storage and bath, complete with a stall shower for garden clean up! The kitchen features an expansive center island, stainless steel Bosch wall oven, subzero and custom cherry cabinets. Enjoy nearby casual dining in front of a stone-faced wood burning fireplace and scenic views from French doors that lead to an expansive bluestone terrace with perennial gardens and stereo surround. The main gathering room with bay windows and patio access create exceptional space and flow when entertaining. The second level with your main bedroom suite rests in abundant natural light with spacious sitting area, wood burning fireplace, large walk in closet, and beautifully updated luxurious bath and wal- in shower. Three additional bedrooms share a large bath and sitting room with loft library. A finished lower level presents many possibilities for your needs. A newer attached converted barn style addition features a four-car heated garage on the lower level and great flex finished space above for office, au pair or in-law complete with 1.5 baths, large living area, and two home offices with separate entries! In addition, this magnificent estate is complete with fenced paddocks and 2 stall barn, riding ring, run-in sheds, water to pasture and electric fencing. Walking trails and meadows surround and lead to the second parcel, which has separate road access and adjoins this property. Everything meticulously maintained in pristine condition, this is a Gentleman~s Farm surrounded by nature & beauty. Black Walnut Farm presents an opportunity to own one of the most beautiful properties and live in a peaceful sustainable environment where one can work and live from home, have privacy, and gather safely with family and friends. Bring your animals and get lost in this unfound slice of heaven in peaceful Oley Valley! * * Nearby you will find all the major necessities, finest hospitals and shopping, and easy access to airports and major roadways.
Single-familyProperty Type
1992Year Built
16.18 acresLot Size
$282Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lisa Frushone• Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
•215-794-3227 (broker)
Bought with Cary Simons• Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
Black Walnut Farm: Situated on over 16 pristine acres in bucolic Berks County in the historically registered township of Oley. Although only 19 years young, this home was meticulously designed and built to look as if it had stood on the property for over 100 years. The historically accurate stone and cedar exterior with cedar shake roof, hardwoods, millwork and fireplaces are all seamlessly intertwined with every possible modern amenity in this 7,000+ square foot family home. Some of the many features include: gourmet kitchen with grand center island, formal and informal dining & living rooms, outdoor entertainment patio, finished family recreation room in basement, large home office with separate entry, and a four car garage. This home must be seen to be appreciated.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$17,531
$5,100 + $387,700
$392,800
2025
$17,531 (+3.4%)
$5,100 + $387,700
$392,800
2024
$16,955 (+3.6%)
$5,100 + $387,700
$392,800
2023
$16,371 (+1.9%)
$5,100 + $387,700
$392,800
2022
$16,060 (−9.2%)
$5,100 + $387,700
$392,800
2021
$17,681 (+1.5%)
$50,100 + $387,700
$437,800
2020
$17,419 (+1.5%)
$50,100 + $387,700
$437,800
2019
$17,157 (+1.3%)
$50,100 + $387,700
$437,800
2018
$16,936 (+4.8%)
$50,100 + $387,700
$437,800
2017
$16,154 (+3.7%)
$50,100 + $387,700
$437,800
2015
$15,573 (+1.3%)
$50,200 + $387,700
$437,900
2014
$15,372 (+2.0%)
$50,200 + $387,700
$437,900
2013
$15,070 (−6.9%)
$50,200 + $383,700
$433,900
2012
$16,184 (+1.0%)
$98,100 + $383,700
$481,800
2011
$16,022
$98,100 + $383,700
$481,800
2010
$16,022
$98,100 + $383,700
$481,800
Tax history for 19 Blacksmith Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$17,531
$5,100 + $387,700
$392,800
2025
$17,531 (+3.4%)
$5,100 + $387,700
$392,800
2024
$16,955 (+3.6%)
$5,100 + $387,700
$392,800
2023
$16,371 (+1.9%)
$5,100 + $387,700
$392,800
2022
$16,060 (−9.2%)
$5,100 + $387,700
$392,800
2021
$17,681 (+1.5%)
$50,100 + $387,700
$437,800
2020
$17,419 (+1.5%)
$50,100 + $387,700
$437,800
2019
$17,157 (+1.3%)
$50,100 + $387,700
$437,800
2018
$16,936 (+4.8%)
$50,100 + $387,700
$437,800
2017
$16,154 (+3.7%)
$50,100 + $387,700
$437,800
2015
$15,573 (+1.3%)
$50,200 + $387,700
$437,900
2014
$15,372 (+2.0%)
$50,200 + $387,700
$437,900
2013
$15,070 (−6.9%)
$50,200 + $383,700
$433,900
2012
$16,184 (+1.0%)
$98,100 + $383,700
$481,800
2011
$16,022
$98,100 + $383,700
$481,800
2010
$16,022
$98,100 + $383,700
$481,800
*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
6
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
16.18 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,844
Year built
1992
Style
Vacant Land
County
Berks County
APN
67534602889343
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
AP
Agricultural Preservation District
The AP Agricultural Preservation District is designed to protect and promote agriculture as a major component of the economy of the Township and of Berks County. The district is designed to achieve compliance with 604 3 of the Municipalities Planning Code which directs that zoning ordinances contain provisions designed to preserve prime agriculture and farmland considering topography, soil type and classification and present use. The zoning district is intended to preserve for agricultural use the best farmlands of the township as well as existing associated buildings, structures, etc.; The Comprehensive Plan recognizes the unique quality of the farmland of Oley Township and establishes the preservation of that high quality farmland as a major goal of the plan.; In planning for agricultural land, it is the Township’s policy not to consider agricultural land as undeveloped farmland awaiting another use. Farmland must be considered as developed land. It is being used to produce a product. Farming is a land intensive manufacturing process which converts raw materials into a product, comparable to other industrial operations, with occasional accompanying nuisances of noise odor and dust. The agricultural zone should not be considered as a holding zone but as a zone having a positive purpose of utilizing the Township’s natural resources for the benefit of the entire community and the Township should protect the agricultural zone from interference by incompatible uses which break down the integrity of the zone and also interfere with normal and customary operations within the zone.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Dairy
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Processing
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 5
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 3
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Range, Cooktop - Down Draft, Dryer, Six Burner Stove, Washer, Water Heater