This beautifully restored home, dating back to circa 1725, features 11 rooms, 5 acres of land, beautiful outdoor gardens, and modern conveniences. Listed on the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County, the home is carefully preserved and well maintained. The home was originally built by a French Huguenot settler on land granted by William Penn. The property was nearly abandoned when it was purchased and restored with love by the current owner and her husband in 1985. History was maintained while adding a modern kitchen, bathrooms, central heating and air conditioning. The 3600+ sq. ft. of living space accommodates four bedrooms, two full baths and one half bath. The home offers a full length "front" porch that overlooks a large portion of the five acre lot. The property is bordered on one side by a stream. The house sits well above the stream's flood plain. The home features pocket doors between the living and community rooms and candles in each of the thirty-three windows. To preserve the historic value, all windows have "old" wavy glass. Additional features consist of rough hewn exposed beams in the modern kitchen and community room, a candle cupboard, and a Bible cupboard. A section of the basement contains a unique, arched stone ceiling.
There are three fireplaces: one is wood burning and is located in the community room, and a second in the living room is lit by gas logs. The third fireplace, in the summer kitchen, is wood burning. It has never been used by the current owner. The "summer kitchen" is believed to be historically accurate. It was possibly the original kitchen, or one added sometime close to the original construction. That fireplace has one large hanging kettle and double doors to close it off. The owner utilized this room for her antique shop before retirement.
There is a main staircase to the second floor inside the "front" hallway off the porch, and a second "back" staircase located near the modern kitchen. there are two separate attics over the house with steps ascending to each. The house has seven exterior doors.
The entire five acres of land is mown and manicured. The property has several decorative flower beds. Upon entering this very private property via a short, paved lane, you encounter a bank barn constructed in 1990 on the original barn's stone foundation. The two story barn has 1,683 sq. ft. of usable space.
The home includes a generator in the event of a power failure. You can enjoy all the modern comforts of the 21st century while surrounded by a historic home dating back to the earliest era of colonization. If you treasure history, this is the home for you.
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MLS# PALA2039026 —
The Building
Year Built:
1725
Year Built Source:
Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel:
1985
New Construction:
No
Construction Materials:
Stone
Structure Type:
Detached
Architectural Style:
Colonial
Historic:
Yes
Levels:
2
Roof:
Pitched, Shake, Metal
Security Features:
Smoke Detector
Window Features:
Double Hung
Accessibility Features:
None
Other Equipment:
See Remarks
Foundation Details:
Stone
Basement:
Yes
Basement Type:
Outside Entrance, Interior Access, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Walkout Stairs, Full
From Center City Lancaster, take E King St. to Route 30 East. Travel approximately 10 miles. Turn left on Leacock Rd. Cross over the bridge to Old Leacock Rd. Property is IMMEDIATELY on left after crossing the bridge.
Cross Street:
SingerAve.
Latitude:
40.01354000
Longitude:
-76.13258000
Location Type:
Rural
The Property
Property Type:
Residential
Property Condition:
Excellent
Lot Size Units:
Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:
5.00
Lot Size Source:
Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions:
0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source:
Assessor
Lot Features:
Flood Plain, Front Yard, Irregular, Landscaping, Not In Development, Rear Yard, Secluded, Sloping, Stream/Creek
Lot SqFt:
217,800 Sqft
Inclusions:
Washer / Dryer,
Exclusions:
Free standing cabinets in bedrooms.
Zoning:
RESIDENTIAL 113
Zoning Description:
Residential Single-Family
View:
Creek/Stream
Outdoor Living Structures:
Patio(s), Porch(es)
Other Structures:
Above Grade, Below Grade
Water View:
Yes
Waterfront:
No
Water Oriented:
No
Water Access:
No
Navigable Water:
No
Tidal Water:
No
Land Use Code:
113
Riparian Rights:
No
Listing Agent
Contact info:
Office phone:
(717) 553-2500
Taxes
Tax ID Number:
350-51941-0-0000
Tax Year:
2022
Tax Annual Amount:
$7,797
Tax Assessed Value:
$412,400
Year Assessed:
2023
School Tax:
6466.0
County Tax:
1200.00
City/Town Tax:
130.00
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:
Annually
Beds
Bedrooms:
4
Upper Level Bedrooms:
4
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:
4
Baths
Total Baths:
3
Full Baths:
2
Half Baths:
1
Main Level Baths:
1.00
Main Level Half Baths:
1
Upper Level Full Baths:
2
Upper Level Total Baths:
2
Upper Level Total Baths:
2.00
Upper Level Full Baths:
2
The Listing
Close Sale Type:
Standard Sale
Buyer's Brokerage Compensation:
2.5%
Buyer Agency Comp Type:
% Of Gross
Buyer Agency Comp Selection:
Percent
Heating & Cooling
Cooling Type:
Central A/C
Central Air:
Yes
Cooling Fuel:
Electric
Heating:
Yes
Heating Type:
90% Forced Air, Heat Pump(s), Ceiling
Heating Fuel:
Propane - Owned
Utilities
Sewer/Septic:
On Site Septic
Electric Service:
200+ Amp Service
Hot Water:
Electric
Water Source:
Well
Appliances
Appliances:
Built-In Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven - Single, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
Laundry Type:
Has Laundry, Main Floor, Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
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