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Key Details
Sold Price $1,390,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 6,173 sqft
Price per Sqft $225
Subdivision Gwynedd Valley
MLS Listing ID PAMC686178
Sold Date 05/17/22
Style Georgian,Manor,Traditional
Bedrooms 7
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 2
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 6,173
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1939
Annual Tax Amount $23,066
Tax Year 2020
Lot Size 6.100 Acres
Acres 6.1
Property Description
***NEW PRICE*** An opportunity to own 6+ pristine acres in Gywnedd Valley. Penlyn Farm combines a classic, refined approach to living with all of the conveniences of modern life. Nestled on 6+ acres in the award winning Wissahickon School District, this equestrian estate was designed by renowned Philadelphia architect Edmund B. Gilchrist. The grounds are park-like with mature hardwood trees, scenic views and a gazebo for summer outside parties. In addition to the manor house is a renovated bank barn for horses, a regulation dressage ring, and post and rail fenced pastures. If you have always wanted to bring your horses home, this is a horse enthusiast's dream. Eight big matted box stalls, a feed room, a tack room, a H/C wash stall with heat lamps, a large lighted outdoor ring, ten grass or "dry" pasture choices and run-in sheds complete the equestrian side of the property. For those who appreciate timeless traditional elegance, the stately manor home, perfectly situated on the property, has retained many of it's beautiful original details. A few examples: the copper roof and four beautiful wood burning fireplaces, without sacrificing modern amenities like central air conditioning and updated bathrooms. Built in 1939 for E. George Lavino, a Philadelphia Industrialist, the property has only witnessed 2 owners in 82 years. Completely updated in 1980, this residence boasts 7 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, 2 half baths, a linen room, a cedar room, a butler's kitchen, a trophy room along with the other standard rooms found in a home with over 6000+ square feet of living space. When entering the oversized foyer you will instantly be drawn to the details in this house: high ceilings, the rich patina on the hardwood floors, a grand staircase, strategic room layouts, superb classic woodworking, detailed moldings, decorative fireplaces, gorgeous light and bathroom fixtures, and doors and windows arranged to enhance your view of the bucolic grounds. Much like many houses found in Chestnut Hill and Mt. Airy designed by Gilchrist, he designed rooms with beautiful windows and French doors to bring in natural light and nature into view from every angle. Gilchrist used exterior metals and metal designs to enhance his exterior architectural revival styles. This property is a 1 of kind estate, created specifically for entertaining and relaxing. Come and see the magic for yourself. Do you and your horse enjoy a break from training and ring riding? Hacking out to two local indoor rings, Horseways trails, Wissahickon Watershed trails, and Pennlyn Woods, it's as simple as ride out and ride in. Preserving the privacy and peaceful enjoyment of nature's undisturbed beauty on this estate is a Conservation Easement. Location, location, location: this property is close to so many amenities it is too numerous to mention all of them. A sampling of the surrounding area: Bluestone, Cedarbrook and Blue Bell Country Clubs, Germantown Academy, Gwynedd Mercy Academy, Ambler and local favorite restaurants, Gwynedd Valley Septa R5 train line to Center City, Wings Field, Routes 309, 476, 202, Starbucks, McCaffrey's and so much more. If you have been driving by this property for years and hoping it would come on the market in your lifetime, your dream just came true. This is an opportunity to purchase 1 of the most beautiful, classic, manageable estates in Montgomery Country! The property is also listed in residential: PAMC685356
Location
State PA
County Montgomery
Area Whitpain Twp (10666)
Zoning 1101, 1112
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Foyer, Laundry, Mud Room, Other, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 3, Additional Bedroom
Basement Full, Unfinished
Interior
Interior Features 2nd Kitchen, Additional Stairway, Bar, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Recessed Lighting
Hot Water 60+ Gallon Tank, Natural Gas
Heating Zoned, Radiator
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 4
Fireplaces Type Wood
Equipment Dryer - Electric, Washer - Front Loading
Fireplace Y
Window Features Bay/Bow
Appliance Dryer - Electric, Washer - Front Loading
Heat Source Natural Gas
Exterior
Exterior Feature Porch(es), Balcony, Patio(s)
Parking Features Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces 8.0
Fence Split Rail, Invisible
Utilities Available Under Ground
Water Access N
View Garden/Lawn, Pasture, Trees/Woods, Creek/Stream, Panoramic
Roof Type Copper
Farm Horse
Accessibility None
Porch Porch(es), Balcony, Patio(s)
Attached Garage 2
Total Parking Spaces 8
Garage Y
Building
Story 2
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Georgian, Manor, Traditional
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Blue Bell
Middle Schools Wissahickon
High Schools Wissahickon Senior
School District Wissahickon
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 66-00-03122-205 AND 66-00-03122-277
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Estimated
Security Features Monitored
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Horse Property Y
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Financing Cash,Conventional
Special Listing Condition Standard
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