Description
"the barrens" in doylestown, bucks county is an impressive approx. 8,700-square-foot prominent mansion built over a three years span between 1912 and 1915, featuring reinforced concrete construction and situated on an unspoiled 3.4 acres. the property includes an in-ground pool, tennis court, detached three-car garage and beautifully manicured grounds. the home combines classic architectural details with modern amenities, creating a timeless and elegant living space.
this extraordinary home presents a gated entrance with a circular driveway. starting at the impressive front porch you then enter the grand foyer with a turned staircase. the stately living room features a gas fireplace with mercer tiles and leads to a sunroom with a bar and french doors opening to the backyard. there is a 2nd sunroom with french doors to the pool area. there is a formal dining room and a spacious private office. the kitchen features custom cabinetry and a large butler’s pantry all adjacent to an expansive breakfast room/dining area. the second floor consists of 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with a fireplace, private balcony, and ensuite bath.
the third floor offers 4 additional bedrooms, full bath and a sitting room, while the lower level includes 2,000+/- square feet of space with a wine cellar. a detached 3-car garage features a 500-square-foot finished 2nd floor (unheated). the grounds consist of a brick patio, private tennis court, pool with cabana, fountains and a pergola and mercer's tile accents.
this extraordinary home and remarkable property must be seen to truly be appreciated. with countless features and unique details, it's impossible to capture them all in a description.
Property Type
ResidentialSubdivision
Tower HillCounty
BUCKSStyle
Manor,MediterraneanAD ID
48940025
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Property Details
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Interior Features
Bedroom Information
- Total Bedrooms : 8
- Total Bedroom (Upper): 8
- Bedroom Upper Level 1: 4
- Bedroom Upper Level 1: 4
Bathroom Information
- Total Baths: 7
- Full Baths: 4
- Half Baths: 3
Laundry Source
- Laundry Type : Basement
Water/Sewer
- Water Source : Well
Room Information
- Patio/Porch Features: Balconies- Multiple,Brick,Patio(s),Porch(es)
Interior Features
- Additional Stairway,Bathroom - Soaking Tub,Bathroom - Stall Shower,Bathroom - Tub Shower,Built-Ins,Butlers Pantry,Ceiling Fan(s),Chair Railings,Crown Moldings,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Island,Laundry Chute,Pantry,Primary Bath(s),Recessed Lighting,Wainscotting,Walk-in Closet(s),Water Treat System,Wet/Dry Bar,Wine Storage,Wood Floors
- Roof : Tile,Other
- Exterior Property Features : Extensive Hardscape,Tennis Court(s)
- Basement Description: Full
- Property Appliances: Cooktop,Dishwasher
- Fireplace: Gas/Propane,Wood
Roofing Information
- Tile,Other
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling: Central A/C
- Heating: Baseboard - Hot Water,Radiator
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Fuel: Oil
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Exterior Features
Building Information
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape,Tennis Court(s)
- Year Built: 1890
- Structure: Detached
- Fireplace: 4
- Major Appliances: Cooktop,Dishwasher
- New Construction: No
- Built: 1890
- Construction Material: Frame,Concrete,Stucco
- Security System: Security Gate,Security System
- Roof: Tile,Other
- Foundation/Basement: Concrete Perimeter
- Architecture: Manor,Mediterranean
- Pool/Private: Yes - Personal
- Roof Type: Tile,Other
Pool Information
- Pool: Yes - Personal
Utility Features
- Sewer: On Site Septic
Water
- Water Heat: Oil
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Property / Lot Details
Lot Information
- Lot Size: 148,322
- Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Lot Size (Acres): 3.41
- Architectural Style: Manor,Mediterranean
- Main Square Feet: 148,322
Property Information
- SQ ft: 8,733
- SQ ft (Living Area): 8,733
- Total Lot SQ ft: 148,322
- Subdivision: TOWER HILL
- Appx. Lot Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Total Acreage: 3.41
- New Construction: No
- Type: Manor,Mediterranean
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Listing Information
Listing Information
- Possession: Immediate,Negotiable
- Days Of Market: 8
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Taxes / Assessments
Tax Information
- Annual Tax: $21,627
- Tax Year: 2024
- Total Taxes Payment Frequency: Annually
Possession
- Immediate,Negotiable
Assessment Information
- Taxes Assessment Amount: $118,880
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Virtual Tour, Parking, Multi-Unit Information & Homeowners Association
Virtual Tour
Parking Information
- Parking Features: Circular Driveway,Asphalt Driveway
- Garage: 3
- Garage Type: Additional Storage Area,Other
- Parking Type: Detached Garage,Driveway
Multi-Unit Information
- Roof: Tile,Other
Homeowners Association Information
- Direction: Main St. south, left on Elfman, driveway entrance on right
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School, Utilities & Location Details
School Information
- School District: CENTRAL BUCKS
Fire Place Information
- Total Fire Place: 4
- Fire Place Features: Gas/Propane,Wood
Utility Information
- Water Source: Well
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Hot Water: Oil
Location Information
- Direction: Main St. south, left on Elfman, driveway entrance on right
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BuyOwner last updated this listing 03/28/2025 @ 11:55
- MLS: PABU2089762
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is a Home, with 8 bedrooms which is for sale, it has 6,833 sqft, 148,322 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 DOYLESTOWN , in zip code 18901, this BUCKS County Home , it is in the TOWER HILL Subdivision, and are nearby neighborhoods.