1581 Dowlin Forge Road

DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335

  • 4 Bed(s)
  • 5.0 Bath(s)
  • 4,347 Sqft
  • 130680
    Sqft(Lot)
$2,190,000

Description

Rarely do you see a three acre property with such incredible privacy made possible by being surrounded by one hundred forested acres of township park land! overlooking the brandywine valley and close to the struble trail, this property features a circa 1800 four bedroom, five bathroom home with a fabulous combination three car garage and pool house that was beautifully designed by period architecture. the house overlooks a picturesque pond and spring house. the current entry into the home is by way of a covered flagstone patio into an 1800’s entrance room with open beam ceiling. the original cooking pots and beehive oven have been preserved. housed in an addition, the fabulous newer kitchen features beautiful quartz countertops and ample cabinet space. all of the stainless appliances are high-end. adjacent to the kitchen is a breakfast area with lofted ceiling, perfectly set under a palladian window to capture the view. two atrium doors access the expansive deck which offers further private views of the pond and brandywine valley. the kitchen overlooks the family room with a cozy gas fireplace, ceiling fan, and lots of windows, perfect for enjoying the fabulous view. off the family room is a full bathroom and a spiral staircase to the primary bedroom. the current entry also leads one to the antique part of the home. here we find a dining room used by the present owners as a sitting room. this room features the original cooking fireplace, complete with the original crane. from the sitting room one proceeds to the home’s original entrance hall with front door and main staircase to the upper level. the living room features a fireplace and several south-facing, nine over nine windows which fill this room with natural light. off the living room is a library with book shelving and storage closet. it is important to note that all of the rooms on this level, including those in the antique section, feature nine foot ceilings - a rarity in antique homes of this vintage. also note that all of the antique section’s floors feature the original wood flooring. at the top of the staircase is the primary bedroom suite. located here is a large room set in the home’s antique section that features a ten foot ceiling! here is the convenient location for the home’s laundry and accesses to a private deck overlooking the entry and pool area. this space could easily house a home office or dressing room. the carpeted primary bedroom features five windows which offer fantastic views, access to the spiral staircase to the family room, and a ceiling fan. off the bedroom is a large walk-in closet and the primary bathroom. found here are “his and her” vanities, a shower, commode closet, and a jacuzzi tub set under a palladian window. bedroom 2 has a fireplace and easy access to the hall bathroom. bedroom 3 also has a fireplace and has an en-suite bathroom. on the third level is found bedroom 4 which has a large cedar closet and access to the attic. there is also a hall bathroom. all of the home’s windows were either rebuilt and insulated or are new. the newer pool house and three car garage features a sitting area with a beamed ceiling and massive stone fireplace adjacent to the magnificently designed pool which is surrounded by a stone deck, stone walls, and stunning landscaping. the spacious c.1830 stone barn has two levels. the voluminous top level is currently used to house the owner’s car collection but also sports a basketball net. the lower level has sufficient storage space for lawn tractors and assorted equipment. there is also a large workshop that would be perfect for a woodworker. an additional stone building awaits your vision. located in the sought-after downingtown school district, this property is conveniently located for the commuter.

  • Property Type

    Residential
  • Subdivision

    None Available
  • County

    CHESTER
  • Style

    Colonial
  • AD ID

    46975058

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Property Details

  • Bedroom Information

    • Total Bedrooms : 4
    • Total Bedroom (Upper): 4
    • Bedroom Upper Level 1: 3
    • Bedroom Upper Level 1: 1

    Bathroom Information

    • Total Baths: 5
    • Full Baths: 5

    Laundry Source

    • Laundry Type : Upper Floor

    Water/Sewer

    • Water Source : Well

    Room Information

    • Patio/Porch Features: Deck(s),Patio(s)

    Interior Features

    • Ceiling Fan(s),Additional Stairway
    • Exterior Property Features : Extensive Hardscape,Exterior Lighting
    • Basement Description: Full
    • Fireplace: Gas/Propane,Wood

    Heating & Cooling

    • Cooling: Central A/C
    • Heating: Forced Air,Heat Pump(s)
    • Cooling Fuel: Electric
    • Heating Fuel: Electric,Propane - Owned
  • Building Information

    • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape,Exterior Lighting
    • Year Built: 1832
    • Structure: Detached
    • Fireplace: 5
    • New Construction: No
    • Built: 1832
    • Construction Material: Stucco
    • Foundation/Basement: Brick/Mortar
    • Architecture: Colonial
    • Pool/Private: Yes - Personal

    Pool Information

    • Pool: Yes - Personal

    Utility Features

    • Sewer: On Site Septic

    Water

    • Water Heat: Electric
  • Lot Information

    • Lot Size: 130,680
    • Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
    • Lot Size (Acres): 3.00
    • Architectural Style: Colonial
    • Main Square Feet: 130,680

    Property Information

    • SQ ft: 4,347
    • SQ ft (Living Area): 4,347
    • Total Lot SQ ft: 130,680
    • Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
    • Appx. Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
    • Total Acreage: 3.00
    • New Construction: No
    • Type: Colonial
  • Listing Information

    • Possession: Negotiable
    • Days Of Market: 21
  • Tax Information

    • Annual Tax: $15,700
    • Tax Year: 2024
    • Total Taxes Payment Frequency: Annually

    Possession

    • Negotiable

    Assessment Information

    • Taxes Assessment Amount: $458,700
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    Parking Information

    • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
    • Garage: 3
    • Garage Type: Garage - Front Entry
    • Parking Type: Detached Garage,Driveway

    Homeowners Association Information

    • Direction: From 100 North to Rte 113 S in Lionville. Make a right on Dowlin Forge Road to property on your right (approximately 2.5 miles).
  • School Information

    • Elementary School: EAST WARD
    • Middle OR Junior School: DOWNINGTOWN
    • High School: DOWNINGTOWN HS WEST CAMPUS
    • School District: DOWNINGTOWN AREA

    Fire Place Information

    • Total Fire Place: 5
    • Fire Place Features: Gas/Propane,Wood

    Utility Information

    • Water Source: Well
    • Sewer: On Site Septic
    • Cooling Fuel: Electric
    • Heating Fuel: Electric,Propane - Owned
    • Hot Water: Electric

    Location Information

    • Direction: From 100 North to Rte 113 S in Lionville. Make a right on Dowlin Forge Road to property on your right (approximately 2.5 miles).
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BuyOwner last updated this listing 11/21/2024 @ 09:28

  • MLS: PACT2074334
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is a Home, with 4 bedrooms which is recently sold, it has 4,347 sqft, 130,680 sized lot, and 3 parking. A comparable Home, has bedrooms and baths, it was built in and is located at and for sale by its owner at . This home is located in the city of DOWNINGTOWN , in zip code 19335, this CHESTER County Home , it is in the NONE AVAILABLE Subdivision, are nearby neighborhoods.