3648 Fretz Valley Road, Ottsville, Pennsylvania 18942
Listing IDPABU2042368
Price$5,500,000
StatusACTIVE
Bedrooms3
Total Baths3
Full Baths2
Partial Baths1
SqFt
1,882
Acres
43.030
CountyBucks
Year Built1900
Property TypeResidential
Property Sub TypeDetached
"Serenity Farm" is a curated compound designed around 40+ rolling acres of preserved Bucks County, PA farmland creating the ultimate weekend retreat or full-time home. Your journey begins as you drive through the beautiful winding lane to arrive at the restored 19th Century farmhouse overlooking two repurposed barns, an orchard and a vegetable garden perfect for entertaining family and guests. This awe-inspiring private estate is the realized vision of luxury and comfort in a pastoral setting creating a magical paradise to be restored and rejuvenated with stone patios, communal niches, fire-pits, and meditation stones all focusing toward the beautiful views of the country landscape.
The restored farmhouse exudes a contemporary style with newly plastered walls, plank flooring and period moldings bringing the perfect blend of history and modern design. The main living area has an open concept living and dining room with a cozy fireplace, large windows with country landscape views and inviting door to the outdoor patio. The dining area is set up for intimate gatherings around the designer table and chairs illuminated by a Lindsey Adelman chandelier. The patio is accessed through the kitchen and features a covered pergola and fireplace perfect for dining al fresco.
The custom kitchen with center island with a French La Cornue gas stove/oven and breakfast bar appeals to the inclusive chef. The oversized sink is framed by large windows for viewing the changing seasons. A working pantry, display niches, bookshelves, bench seating, waterworks lighting and fixtures complete the designer kitchen. A half bath is also located on this entertaining floor.
The bedrooms on the 2nd level both enjoy a private balcony and the bathrooms offer top quality fixtures. The primary bedroom overlooking the meditation garden is the larger of the two with custom paneled closets, wall of windows and a walk-in shower. The 3rd level brings a flexible floor plan and loft style study perfect for a home office, meditation room or guest area. The lower level of the house offers a walk out to the garden area and is the perfect place for canning, storage and a home gym as well as housing the utilities.
The organic vegetable garden and fruit trees are located just off of the main house to provide farm to table cuisine at the end of each day. Beyond the vegetable garden you will find a chicken coop for those fresh eggs, a field of flower orchards, a greenhouse built from reclaimed treated cedar and sheep grazing on the hillside.
The accomplished owner has repurposed each of the vintage agricultural barns. These barns were individually and specifically created to deliver a special experience. Exposed beams, wide board floors and oak paneling offer the authentic aura of the original barns while tying together the themes of entertainment, artist's studio, media room, office space and yoga studio. The largest barn featuring soaring ceilings, glass wall is an extraordinary space ideal for cocktail parties and social gatherings. The placement of these unique dwellings creates an amazing courtyard in which to enjoy endless opportunities to entertain.
The 3 car garage is heated and has an upper studio/loft with a bath. The Property has 400 AMP electric service and enjoys the tax benefits of ACT 319 status. Included in the agreed upon sale is a Porsche tractor, all farm equipment, livestock and furnishings. Artwork and personal belongings are excluded.
The estate is privately situated and surrounded by other large estates and protected land. It is in close proximity to local farm stands, wineries, golf courses and equestrian facilities.The property is located in an area of the county famously known for its scenic beauty, its outdoor sporting events, its culinary heritage and farm to table restaurants, offering an unparalleled country retreat in the heart of the Bucks County, PA. The property is a rare and exceptional offering with easy access to NYC, NJ and Philly.
County
Bucks
Half Baths
1
Price/SqFt
2922.42
Property Sub Type
Detached
Property Type
Residential
Subdivision
BEDMINSTER
Year Built
1900
Zoning
R1
Above Grade Finished Area Units
Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source
Assessor
Basement
yes
Basement Type
Full
Bathrooms Count Main Level
3
Bathrooms Full Main Level
2
Bathrooms Half Main Level
1
Bedrooms Count Main Level
3
Below Grade Finished Area Units
Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source
Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units
Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source
Assessor
Central Air
yes
Cooling Type
Central A/C
Fireplace
yes
Fireplaces Count
1
Heating
yes
Heating Type
Forced Air
Laundry Type
Basement
Levels Count
3
Living Area SqFt Source
Assessor
Total Below Grade SqFt Source
Assessor
Total SqFt
1882
Total SqFt Source
Assessor
Construction Materials
Masonry
Cooling Fuel
Other
Electric Service
200+ Amp Service
Foundation Details
Other
Garage
yes
Garage Features
Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces Count
3
Heating Fuel
Oil
Hot Water
Natural Gas
Lot Dimensions Source
Assessor
Lot Size Dimensions
0.00 x 0.00
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Lot Size Units
Square Feet
Lot SqFt
1874430
New Construction
no
Number of Detached Garage Spaces
3
Other Structures
Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures
Patio(s), Balcony
Parking Features
Heated
Pool
No Pool
Sewer Septic
On Site Septic
Tidal Water
no
Total Garage and Parking Spaces
3
Type of Parking
Other, Detached Garage
Water Access
no
Water Oriented
no
Water Source
Well
Water View
no
Condo/Co-op Association
no
Country
US
High School
PENNRIDGE
HOA
no
Location Type
Rural
MLS Area
Bedminster Twp (10101)
Municipality
BEDMINSTER TWP
School District Name
PENNRIDGE
School District Source
Listing Agent
Senior Community
no
Waterfront
no
Accessibility Features
None
Days on Market
64
Land Use Code
1056
Story List
Main
Year Assessed
2023
Year Built Source
Assessor
Association Recreation Fee
N
Automatically Update Tax Values
yes
Exclusions
Artwork and personal belongings.
Inclusions
Porsche tractor, all farm equipment, livestock and furnishings.
Ownership Interest
Fee Simple
Possession
Negotiable
Riparian Rights
no
Sale Type
Standard
Tax Annual Amount
7500
Tax Assessed Value
44590
Tax Data Updated
yes
Tax Lot
072
Tax Total Finished SqFt
1882
Tax Year
2023
Vacation Rental
no
Listing courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC (267) 435-8015
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Contact - Listing ID PABU2042368
Brett Furman
528 East Lancaster Avenue
St. Davids, PA 19087
Phone: 610-687-6060
Phone Alt: 610-687-6060
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