Description
Welcome to "stirling" an extraordinary and welcoming, one of a kind estate with incredible architectural details and history to match. originally built in 1892 and designed by philadelphia architect theophilus p. chandler for industrialist james hervey sternbergh and his family. the property remained in the sternbergh family for over 100 years eventually being sold and used as a inn/bed and breakfast. the property has been updated with newer slate roof, upgraded electric, fire suppression system and central air, while still maintaining the original historic character and details as a grand residence. a list of the room sizes and description can be found in the attached addendum. the property also features a carriage house, now converted to six guest suites. the main house and carriage house both sit on a 1.62 acre
landscaped parcel featuring mature specimen trees. the property also includes the adjacent lot (1130 centre ave) consisting of 2.48 acres and features inground pool, koi pond and pool cabana along with expansive lawn with wooded backdrop in a park like setting. the property is also in close proximity to philadelphia and new york city by plane or car. although the photos convey the quality to be found in the interior and grounds, this is definitely a "must experience in person" property.
Property Type
ResidentialSubdivision
None AvailableCounty
BERKSStyle
Beaux Arts,VictorianAD ID
49168976
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Property Details
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Interior Features
Bedroom Information
- Total Bedrooms : 11
- Total Bedroom (Upper): 11
- Bedroom Upper Level 1: 6
- Bedroom Upper Level 1: 5
Bathroom Information
- Total Baths: 9
- Full Baths: 8
- Half Baths: 1
Laundry Source
- Laundry Type : Basement
Water/Sewer
- Water Source : Public
Room Information
- Patio/Porch Features: Balcony,Terrace
Interior Features
- 2nd Kitchen,Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Dining Area,Skylight(s),Sprinkler System,Stain/Lead Glass,Window Treatments
- Roof : Slate
- Exterior Property Features : Awning(s),Fire Escape,Outbuilding(s)
- Basement Description: Full,Fully Finished,Heated,Interior Access,Outside Entrance,Windows
- Fireplace: Brick,Gas/Propane,Wood
Roofing Information
- Slate
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling: Central A/C
- Heating: Baseboard - Electric,Forced Air,Hot Water
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas,Electric
Window Information
- Window Treatments: Bay/Bow,Skylights
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Exterior Features
Building Information
- Exterior Features: Awning(s),Fire Escape,Outbuilding(s)
- Year Built: 1892
- Structure: Detached
- Fencing: Decorative
- Fireplace: 9
- New Construction: No
- Built: 1892
- Construction Material: Stone,Brick
- Security System: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s),Fire Detection System,Smoke Detector,Sprinkler System - Indoor
- Roof: Slate
- Foundation/Basement: Stone
- Architecture: Beaux Arts,Victorian
- Pool/Private: Yes - Personal
- Roof Type: Slate
Pool Information
- Pool: Yes - Personal
Utility Features
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Fencing
- Decorative
Water
- Water Heat: Electric
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Property / Lot Details
Lot Information
- Lot Size: 70,567
- Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.62
- Architectural Style: Beaux Arts,Victorian
- Main Square Feet: 70,567
Property Information
- SQ ft: 15,551
- SQ ft (Living Area): 15,551
- Total Lot SQ ft: 70,567
- View: Scenic Vista
- Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
- Financing: Cash,Conventional
- Appx. Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Total Acreage: 1.62
- New Construction: No
- Type: Beaux Arts,Victorian
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Listing Information
Listing Information
- Possession: Negotiable
- Days Of Market: 1
Lease Information
- Lease Considered: No
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Taxes / Assessments
Tax Information
- Annual Tax: $15,081
- Tax Year: 2024
- Total Taxes Payment Frequency: Annually
Possession
- Negotiable
Assessment Information
- Taxes Assessment Amount: $334,600
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Virtual Tour, Parking, Multi-Unit Information & Homeowners Association
Parking Information
- Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
- Parking Type: Driveway,Parking Lot
Multi-Unit Information
- Acceptable Financing: Cash,Conventional
- Roof: Slate
Homeowners Association Information
- Direction: Route 61 South which becomes Centre Ave. Property on the right side before Robeson Street. Main entrance gates will be open. Proceed under Porte Cochere to parking between main house and carriage house.
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School, Utilities & Location Details
School Information
- School District: READING
Fire Place Information
- Total Fire Place: 9
- Fire Place Features: Brick,Gas/Propane,Wood
Utility Information
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas,Electric
- Hot Water: Electric
Location Information
- Direction: Route 61 South which becomes Centre Ave. Property on the right side before Robeson Street. Main entrance gates will be open. Proceed under Porte Cochere to parking between main house and carriage house.
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BuyOwner last updated this listing 04/06/2025 @ 03:52
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is a Home, with 11 bedrooms which is for sale, it has 15,551 sqft, 70,567 sized lot, and 0 parking. are nearby neighborhoods.