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
$3,000,600 Zestimate®
$418/sqft
$5,123 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,000,600
$2.76M - $3.27M
$5,123/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 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
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/16/2024 | Sold | $2,900,000-14.7%$418/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PABU2048428 | ||
| 1/11/2024 | Pending sale | $3,400,000$490/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABU2048428 | ||
| 12/10/2023 | Contingent | $3,400,000$490/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABU2048428 | ||
| 10/19/2023 | Price change | $3,400,000-8.1%$490/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABU2048428 | ||
| 8/8/2023 | Price change | $3,700,000-7.4%$533/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PABU2048428 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $31,895 -22.6% | $182,600 -22.6% |
| 2024 | $41,190 +5% | $235,810 |
| 2023 | $39,231 +0.5% | $235,810 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 18938
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Sol Feinstone El SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 2.2 mi
- 8/10Newtown Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 6.7 mi
- 9/10Council Rock High School NorthGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Council Rock
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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