Country escape, 2 hours from Manhattan in SE Pennsylvania. Elegant historic Manor House on 18+ acres with frontage along the headwaters of the Brandywine River. Completely updated, 5 bedrooms plus outbuildings and 2 rental units or Caretaker accommodation -2 bedroom Victorian Cottage (c1850) and a 1.5 bedroom Guest House. Near horse & Amish country, total privacy. Move in ready. Built in 1757, 9 ft ceilings on 1st and 2nd floors and full dormers on the 3rd floor. 6 working fireplaces, original doors, hardware and period millwork. Beautifully maintained hardwood floors. Overly large windows with deep sills to allow natural light to flood in. Access this elegant Estate is via private stone walled drive. Amenities include 3 car garage, fenced paddocks with run-in shed, gardens, heated pool with spa, pool house, gazebo, brick patios and walks, porches, and full basement. The parklike setting, manicured lawns, mature trees, original barn and mill race ruins add character and maintain the history of this Manor Home. Low Taxes Act 319/315. Current rental income on cottage and guest house $2,400 monthly. Award-winning Downingtown School District and STEM Academy. Private, picturesque country living at its best. Separate driveway provides access to the cottage and guest house and maintains privacy for main house. So many uses possible ? bed and breakfast, special venues, organic farming, horse pasture boarding, studio, separate in-law residence or care taker residence. Private sanctuary.
Off market
$1,612,500
681 Fairview Rd, West Brandywine, PA 19343
8beds
5,288sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1756
18.6 Acres Lot
$1,612,500 Zestimate®
$305/sqft
$6,046 Estimated rent
What's special
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced air, Oil
Cooling
- Central, Wall
Appliances
- Included: Range / Oven
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 5,288 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage - Detached
Features
- Exterior features: Stucco
- Has spa: Yes
Lot
- Size: 18.60 Acres
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Year built: 1756
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: West Brandywine
Services availability

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