One of the oldest residences in Solebury Twp, this historic property known as Sheildaig Cottage dates to circa 1705. The setting, house, separate cottage, and garage will captivate you. Whether for a full-time residence or a get-away, this picturesque house retains original features with many modern amenities and upgrades that blend seamlessly. The natural beauty, inside and outside, architectural features, and historical provenance set this property apart. Random width pine plank floors throughout the house, wood beams, plaster over stone walls, solid wood doors, period hardware, and two fireplaces are highlights of one of the oldest and most picturesque houses on one of the most scenic and old roads in Solebury. Stone stacked walls, landscaping, a creek, front and rear entrances, and a 270 sq ft cottage set back from the house. To enter the house in the front, open the vintage iron gate to a bluestone patio leading past a reflecting pool and to the front door. The sense of history and bygone days are felt when you enter and see one of the two massive stone fireplaces with an enormous, thick hand hewn beam built into it. Another one has been fitted with an energy efficient wood burning stove is in the custom designed kitchen that is beautiful and efficiently utilizes every inch of space. It has a vaulted ceiling with a skylight, window seat, Wolf, Liebherr, Miele, and Viking appliances,custom soft close cabinetry, and a deep farm sink. On the other side of the great room, step down into a bedroom/office with built-ins and direct access into a bathroom with marble shower. The rear house entry is through a charming Dutch door and there are doors into the bathroom and a speakeasy door to the second floor oasis of the main bedroom and gorgeous bathroom. At the back of the property is a one-room cottage with a woodburning stove and front sitting area. It is bonus space to suit your needs. A detached, 2-car garage has been rebuilt and it is a solid structure with a side staircase to the second floor storage. Over the years, $200,000 was put into the upgrades and remodeling of this extraordinary and idyllic home to make it the special home it is today. It is move-in ready and amazing. Imagine if the walls could talk. Convenient to the best if shopping, dining, recreation and entertainment in New Hope, Doylestown, and Bucks County. It is an easy commute to Philadelphia, Princeton, and NYC. Welcome home to history and gracious living.
Sold
$885,000
6753 Phillips Mill Rd, New Hope, PA 18938
2beds
1,350sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1775
2.3 Acres Lot
$1,001,300 Zestimate®
$656/sqft
$3,278 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 31, 2023 at 10:22am
Listed by:
Jim Briggs 215-518-6977,
Keller Williams Real Estate-Doylestown
Bought with:
Laurie Madaus, RS321292
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
Chris Preston, 0017267
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PABU2046198

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Exposed Beams, Built-in Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Double Hung
- Basement: Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,350
- Total interior livable area: 1,350 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,350
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2.29 Acres
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 41013109
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonry
- Roof: Copper,Other
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1775
- Major remodel year: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Less than 60 Amp Service
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Private
- Utilities for property: Propane, Phone, Cable Connected, Cable
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: New Hope
- Municipality: SOLEBURY TWP
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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