A long gated, tree lined driveway leads one into this cloistered family compound with a custom reproduction manor house, a  4 bedroom carriage house with a gated private motor court, and breathtaking gardens. Espalier fruit trees guide one through hidden stone paths to a potting house and a fenced orchard. A conservatory opens out to expansive terraces, leading to the heated in ground pool, hot tub, and stone deck, bordered with lush perennials and manicured privet. Beyond the pool is a pond with a fountain surrounded by verdant landscape and a foot bridge to the hen house. This magnificent property is set on 5 secluded acres in the heart of Upper Makefield Township. The main house features an elegantly appointed foyer with sweeping circular staircase. To the right, a formal living room with fireplace and sitting room, to the left, a formal dining room. An expansive library with fireplace provides access to the terrace. Beyond you’ll discover the commercially appointed gourmet kitchen, a breakfast room with walk-in fireplace overlooking the pool, a glass conservatory opening to expansive terraces on one side and secret gardens on the other.  The main house features 6 bedrooms, 5 are en-suites with fireplaces, one has a hall bathroom. There is also a powder room and laundry room on the main level. On the lower level one will discover an additional bedroom, full bath, a full bar, game room with pool table, workout room and storage rooms. The carriage house has 4 en suite guest rooms with outdoor living spaces, and a large conference room with hall bath. This property has 5 oversized garages, lush grounds, full irrigation system supplying the hanging planters flanking the driveway and motor court, and security system. This is a rare opportunity to become the next steward of such a significant and iconic property.
Sold for $2,900,000 on 02/16/24
$2,900,000
518 Lurgan Rd, New Hope, PA 18938
12beds
6,943sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
5 Acres Lot
$3,055,800 Zestimate®
$418/sqft
$4,763 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago
Listing updated: February 17, 2024 at 12:33am
Listed by:
Laurie Madaus 203-948-5157,
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty,
Co-Listing Agent: Christopher Preston 215-262-9609,
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Kevin Steiger, RS273446
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABU2048428
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 12
 - Bathrooms: 14
 - Full bathrooms: 12
 - 1/2 bathrooms: 2
 - Main level bathrooms: 2
 - Main level bedrooms: 1
 
Basement
- Area: 0
 
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil, Geothermal
 
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
 
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Ice Maker, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
 - Laundry: Main Level
 
Features
- Additional Stairway, Breakfast Area, Bar, Built-in Features, Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Curved Staircase, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Wainscotting, Walk-In Closet(s)
 - Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Heated, Tile/Brick, Wood
 - Windows: Skylight(s), Window Treatments
 - Basement: Full,Concrete,Partially Finished
 - Number of fireplaces: 12
 
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,943
 - Total interior livable area: 6,943 sqft
 - Finished area above ground: 6,943
 - Finished area below ground: 0
 
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 20
 - Parking features: Storage, Garage Faces Front, Oversized, Attached, Detached, Driveway, Off Street
 - Attached garage spaces: 5
 - Uncovered spaces: 15
 
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
 
Features
- Levels: Three
 - Stories: 3
 - Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Terrace, Deck
 - Exterior features: Barbecue, Extensive Hardscape, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Street Lights, Water Fountains, Stone Retaining Walls, Balcony
 - Has private pool: Yes
 - Pool features: Private
 - Has spa: Yes
 - Spa features: Bath, Hot Tub
 - Has view: Yes
 - View description: Courtyard, Garden, Panoramic, Pond
 - Has water view: Yes
 - Water view: Pond
 
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
 - Features: Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Open Lot, Wooded, Pond, Poolside, Premium, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Sloped
 
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
 - Parcel number: 47007020001
 - Zoning: JM
 - Special conditions: Standard
 
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
 - Architectural style: Colonial,Carriage House
 - Property subtype: Single Family Residence
 
Materials
- Frame
 - Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
 
Condition
- New construction: No
 - Year built: 1978
 - Major remodel year: 2000
 
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic
 - Water: Well
 
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security Gate, Fire Alarm, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
 
Location
- Region: New Hope
 - Municipality: UPPER MAKEFIELD TWP
 
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
 - Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
 - Ownership: Fee Simple
 
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