"THE COTTAGE!" on 4.2 woodland acres along Tucquan Creek abutting the pristine Tucquan Glen Nature Preserve in historic Lancaster County, PA. Built in 2014, it is currently used as a turn-key vacation rental by owner, VRBO, (see docs for annual gross income etc. ) With its clever design using high end materials, it comfortably includes 3 bedrooms (plus a 9'x4.5' loft), a full bath, galley kitchen and living area in under a 1000 SF open floor plan. Visualize high ceilings, recessed lights, Bose speakers, built-in lighted accent shelves and a functioning old fashioned stove to complete the rustic feel with a modern twist with a sense of order. Comfortable and timeless. Nearby large farm tracts along with contiguous Conservancy lands help insulate the cottage from future urban development. (See maps in documents). Just outside the door is a large patio of massive flagstones enabling multiple seating areas and outdoor dining. There is no bad view here. Enhancing this space is a spring-fed fish pond, a foot bridge over the creek and nearby a fire circle for evenings of roasting marsh mellows and sharing tall tales in this woodland paradise. The lawn slopes down behind the 1840 house to the private area along the Tucquan Creek's big bend coursing to supply the nature preserve and then on its path to the Susquehanna River. The c. 1840 main house is unoccupied and currently used for furniture and construction tools storage. It is a frame 4 bedroom colonial once an elegant landmark at Erb's Mill. Also unique is the massive barn with loft that is just off the state road accessed by a concrete bridge and asphalt skirt. It has its own 200 amp service and internet accessibility. The back portion of the barn has a newer poured concrete pad with radiant-heat tubing - ready to go. The potential here is endless: boat storage, work shop, garage space and more. Future uses could be single-floor living, downsizing, an outstanding retreat, a family compound. This property has so many options. It is truly a one-of-a-kind rare find. And, of course, there is nothing like Tucquan. Located along premium Mid-Atlantic hiking trails and only a few miles to public boat launches. Commutes to Philadelphia (1 2/3 hours), Baltimore (1 hr 50 min), Washington DC (2 hrs 40 min), NYC (3.5 hrs). Google: VRBO 583901
Single-familyProperty Type
2014Year Built
4.2 acresLot Size
$523Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Estee Lynch• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
•717-786-1300 (broker)
•cdavis@homesale.com (broker)
Bought with Estee Lynch• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Homesale Realty
2 story detached home with 4 BR, 1.5 BA. Small cottage located on the property with 2 BR & 1 BA. Over 4 acres of land. Sold as-is. ALL OFFERS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE BUYERS AGENT VIA OFFERSUBMISSION. COM, ID# 663887. RESPONSE BY NEXT BUSINESS DAY. NO PAPERWORK REQUIRED UNTIL TERMS ACCEPTED. BUYER PAYS $300 FEE AT CLOSING.
BRIGHT MLS #1004611763
Sep 21, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Oct 20, 2010
Listed
$179,900
$198/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,240 (+4.3%)
$111,300 + $205,800
$317,100
2025
$6,943 (+2.5%)
$111,300 + $205,800
$317,100
2024
$6,772
$111,300 + $205,800
$317,100
2023
$6,772 (+2.0%)
$111,300 + $205,800
$317,100
2022
$6,641 (+14.9%)
$111,300 + $205,800
$317,100
2021
$5,780
$111,300 + $172,000
$283,300
2020
$5,780 (+2.9%)
$111,300 + $172,000
$283,300
2019
$5,615 (−13.7%)
$111,300 + $172,000
$283,300
2018
$6,507 (+67.7%)
$111,300 + $172,000
$283,300
2017
$3,881 (+9.6%)
$56,000 + $112,700
$168,700
2014
$3,540
$56,000 + $112,700
$168,700
Tax history for 786 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,240 (+4.3%)
$111,300 + $205,800
$317,100
2025
$6,943 (+2.5%)
$111,300 + $205,800
$317,100
2024
$6,772
$111,300 + $205,800
$317,100
2023
$6,772 (+2.0%)
$111,300 + $205,800
$317,100
2022
$6,641 (+14.9%)
$111,300 + $205,800
$317,100
2021
$5,780
$111,300 + $172,000
$283,300
2020
$5,780 (+2.9%)
$111,300 + $172,000
$283,300
2019
$5,615 (−13.7%)
$111,300 + $172,000
$283,300
2018
$6,507 (+67.7%)
$111,300 + $172,000
$283,300
2017
$3,881 (+9.6%)
$56,000 + $112,700
$168,700
2014
$3,540
$56,000 + $112,700
$168,700
*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
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.2 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,156
Year built
1848
Style
Vacant Land
County
Lancaster County
APN
4307948800000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
RC
Rural Conservation District
The regulations for the Rural Conservation District are intended to protect those areas in the Township that are presently comprised of prime woodland streams, floodplains, slopes greater than 15 percent, and various recreational activities. Development of an urban nature should be limited in this District in order to promote the conservation of the unique natural environment and encourage the retention on open land.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Other
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Asphalt Driveway, Gravel Driveway, Paved Parking, Private, Stone Driveway
Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Energy Efficient Appliances, ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater
Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Loft, Full Bath
Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Main Floor, Has Laundry, Washer In Unit
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $172,000
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Builder Name: Brian Ament
Construction Materials: Asphalt, Batts Insulation, Block, Concrete, Frame, Glass, Masonry, Rock, Rough-In Plumbing, Stick Built, Tile, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Main Entrance Orientation: East
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Terrace
R-Factor Ext Walls: 19
Roof: Architectural Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Double Pane, Energy Efficient, Vinyl Clad
Exterior Information
Boat Storage, Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Outbuilding(s), Secure Storage, Other
Lot Information
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Irregular, Landscaping, Not In Development, Partly Wooded, Pond, Private, Rear Yard, Road Frontage, Rural, Secluded, SideYard(s), Sloping, Stream/Creek, Trees/Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: 462x330x126x418x195
Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
Has Water View
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $111,300
Soil Types: Limestone/Shale
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 910
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $144
County Tax: $825
School Tax: $4,810
Tax Assessed Value: $283,300
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $5,780
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Rental Information
Total Actual Rent: $32,000
Utilities
Utilities Information
DSL
Central Air
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C, Energy Star Cooling System, Heat Pump(s), Programmable Thermostat
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Baseboard - Electric, Central, Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned, Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Holding Tank, On Site Septic, Septic Exists
Above Ground, Electric Available
Water Source: Private, Spring, Well
Location
School Information
Elementary School: MARTIC
Middle Or Junior School: MARTICVILLE
High School: PENN MANOR
School District Name: PENN MANOR
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: Tucquan Glen Rd
Directions: From Lanc: Rt 272 S to light at Truce Rd, go R, continue straight thru Rawlinsville, thru Mt Nebo to "T" at River Rd, bear L and continue south on River Rd thru Tucquan Nature Preserve to barn, house & cottage on the R.
Location Type: Rural
Municipality: MARTIC TWP
Road Responsibility: State
Road Surface Type: Access - On Grade, Black Top, Paved
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,156
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.2 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1848
Year Renovated: —
County: Lancaster County
APN: 4307948800000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Schools
Martic El School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
Marticville Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi
7/10
Penn Manor High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.6mi
7/10
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
16% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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$452,000 – $547,000
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