495 River Rd, Yardley, PA 19067

Spectacular views of the Delaware from the glass front of this custom Lindal cedar home with Bucks County woodlands behind. Atop the entry staircase, leaded glass doors lead to the great room with soaring ceiling, pine paneling, a floor to ceiling river stone fireplace and nearby wetbar. There is a cozy dining atrium for quiet dinners & river watching. An L-shaped counter defines the kitchen area, serving for both eating and food prep. KitchenAid appliances, built-in Sub Zero refrigerator, and a Dacor smooth top range with downdraft fan provide style and convenience. Off the kitchen is a climate-controlled 600 bottle wine closet. The first level master bedroom (currently an office) features plush carpet, beamed ceiling and large closet. The en suite bath offers a granite topped vanity, fully tiled tub/shower, custom lighting and linen closet. Completing the first level are the powder room, storage room, and exercise room. From the exercise room, there is a circular stairway to the second level spa with regular and steam shower and jetted bathtub. A curved oak stairway leads from the great room to the second level open balcony/loft with the omni-present river beyond. On one side, the second level master suite offers a vaulted ceiling and river stone fireplace, river views through the sliding glass doors, and a recently updated bathroom. There is access to the front deck from both the master bedroom and spa. On the other side of the balcony, there is conveniently located laundry, the main bathroom, and bedrooms three and four. Both of these bedrooms have vaulted ceilings and large closets; bedroom three includes river views while bedroom four overlooks the woodlands. The ground level 4-bay garage is double depth with room for tools and other equipment. A stairway at the rear of the garage leads to the Gentlemen's Retreat, a spacious room with wet bar and refrigerator, a large seating area in front of the big screen TV, and a table area for snacks or games. The Retreat has its own ventilation system and newer (2016) heater/air conditioning unit. There are 2 tax parcels; owner's information is house lot 1.67 acre, riverside lot .88 acre with 446 feet of river frontage. Two heater/air conditioner units (2015) service the house. Heat and hot water are via propane with hot water on demand. Flood insurance is required, but the house is raised eight feet off ground level, so rate is $558 yearly. Showings by appointment only. 2019-05-08