Very few properties combine the presence of the Governor's Palace in Colonial Williamsburg with a dramatic hill top view. Ascending 'Wallet Valley” an automobile magically transforms into a carriage and as your coachman pulls the left reign to circle in front, you begin to appreciate the 180 degree view of Pennsylvania's revered rolling countryside. Although challenging to favor the symmetrical brick mason's masterful creation over the property's 60 acres of natural beauty, the fact is, they come together as a perfect package. Historically, fireplaces were primary design elements of building and the 8 functioning are welcoming as necessary in colonial times. The grand entry way is flanked by a cozy library and a formal appointed dining room. The majority of the first floor is finished with quarter sawan old growth NH red oak. These floors continue into the grand living area and into the sought after, first floor, master retreat featuring a 5-piece bath, bedroom patio door access, lounge and loft large enough to comfortably run a home office enterprise. Equally visually interesting, a skyway and a descending lower level staircase open up the core interior and maximize the vast windows pouring in light. All new state of the art Anderson windows and French doors were replaced throughout the entire home. The second floor strategically places 4 bedrooms which include two Jack and Jill bathrooms and all bedrooms are equipped with California closets. The finished third floor is a large additional suite with dual vanities, granite countertops, custom tile shower/tub and California closets. There is another large bedroom suite above the 3 car garage with dual vanities, granite countertops, custom tile shower/tub, and California closets. A state of the art kitchen area with custom designed cabinetry, ceiling beams, enormous kitchen island that seats 8, granite surfaces, farmhouse sink, wood fire pizza oven, and wolf appliances acts as the central command center for all things family and entertaining. The finished lower level is well appointed with a TV lounge with custom cabinety and granite surfaces, wine storage and seating area, full wet bar with granite surfaces and a 10 seat movie theater room. As you continue down yet another level you approach an NBA regulation basketball backboard and rim for a half court game as well as a full functional workout gym. Mechanically speaking, three new geothermal heating and cooling zones are present, two new hot water tanks, a separate forth heating and cooling area for guest suite and 800amps of service are available. The three car Garage is heated, equipped with a custom tile and cabinetry pet shower, as well as storage . Two semi-remote barns, with electric and plumbing, are a quick gator ride away through your own cut path system and a shed that is located closer to the home for easily access to tools, equipment, toys, etc. Extensive planning and use of architectural pavers, complementary brick walls and landscaped beds directly tie the grounds to the house. Private client tours of 'Walnut Valley’ are available, please inquire and we welcome you!
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