171 Mechanics St, Doylestown, PA 18901

Sited atop the highest ground in Doylestown Borough, this 3 bedroom 2 ½ bath Victorian twin was built in 1895 and recently renovated by Jarrett Vaughan, one of Bucks County’s premier builders. From this elevated vantage point, occupants are afforded spectacular views of the horizon with breathtaking sunsets and the twinkling town lights as night falls. Original pumpkin-colored knotty pine floors have been beautifully refinished on both the first and second floors, including the wide staircase and hallways. High ceilings and updated lighting include a Kate Spade candelabra with handblown glass shades in the dining room. A gas fireplace flanked by bookshelves centers the living room. Original crown, bullseye molding and baseboards as well as picture frame wall molding continue throughout the main living areas. Any cook will delight in the designer kitchen featuring leathered granite counters with subway tile backsplash, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances and ceiling-high cabinetry. Double cabinet doors open to reveal a large pantry with inside outlets for microwave and other appliances. A picture window overlooks the tiered stone terrace, sun and shade gardens and cottage studio/office – all surrounded by a copper-capped privacy fence. The sun-filled cottage features a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, and a separate HVAC system. There is even enough room to add a small bathroom, if desired. A side entrance leads back into the main house and conveniently opens into a mud room with built-in coat rack and shelving. A pocket door separates the adjacent powder room. Upstairs, a spacious bedroom offers a double closet with lighting and built-in organizers and a privacy door to the exquisite main bathroom. This bathroom features radiant heated floors, a tiled walk-in shower with seamless glass, and a luxurious Japanese-style upright sitting tub with a spectacular view. The second floor also houses another nicely-sized bedroom or sitting room, and a stackable laundry station hidden behind an antique door. A historic spindled banister, with original bas relief carvings up to the second floor, continues to the top floor where a gorgeous full en suite bedroom awaits. Here, you will find a sitting area, large closet and full bathroom with stall shower. The walk-out basement provides direct access to the terrace, and sparkles with a new epoxy floor and commercial stainless steel garden sink. Large enough to accommodate an exercise nook, workroom and storage needs. More embellishments include a whole house generator, high-speed wireless internet which reaches every room of the house, including the front porch, garden terrace and cottage. Historic windows were outfitted with custom storms and screens, while others were replaced with Pella High-Efficiencies. All windows have been treated with high-end shades customized to each room’s needs. Some offer light blocking, others top to bottom, and still others a luxurious transparent to opaque function. Located on a quiet one-way street in the heart of Doylestown Borough, this home offers ample off-street parking, and is just a few blocks from the center of town. The best uses for all these flexible spaces will be determined by the new occupants’ lifestyle, allowing the most convenient personal choices for a primary bedroom, office, artist studio and/or recreational areas. Make this your in-town dream home TODAY!