Real Estate

'Turkdon' Estate In Doylestown Just Listed For $1.675M

Turkdon, built on a scenic site at the edge of Doylestown, was designed in 1930 by noted architect Oscar Martin.

DOYLESTOWN, PA -- Turkdon, built on a scenic site at the edge of Doylestown, was designed in 1930 by noted architect Oscar Martin. It has been just listed for sale for $1.675M.

Here is the complete listing, via Realtor.com:

  • Address: 2125 S Easton Rd, Doylestown, Pennsylvania
  • Price: $1,675,000
  • Square Feet: 5084
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 6 Full and 1 Half Baths
  • Built: 1932
  • Features: In 1930 noted architect Oscar Martin designed a stunning Tudor Revival mansion for Oscan Bean, politician, prominent attorney, and manager of the Doylestown Daily Intelligencer. Turkdon, built on a scenic site at the edge of Doylestown, now encompasses 9.58 acres that includes what was once the Doylestown ice house and is an extraordinary natural wildlife preserve. The interior of the house features exceptional millwork, oak floors, ten panel doors, leaded glass windows with stained glass detail,a dramatic living room fireplace with a Tudor style surround and flush hearth of Mercer tile, and a spacious front to back entrance hall with heavy double oak doors that look as if they had been transported from Hampton Court. At the end of the hall is a pretty mirrored half-bath with hand-painted floral pedestal sink. The formal living room opens to a glass-enclosed terrace with a view of the lush landscape. In a nod to the 21stC, the sunny kitchen has been completely renovated with an abundance of cabinets, granite countertops, island, two separate sinks, and upgraded appliances with gas cooking. The second floor includes a spacious main bedroom with alcove and separate sitting room. The main bath includes a double vanity and an oversize shower with jets and double shower-heads. Two other bedrooms and a hall bath with tub/shower complete the second floor. The third floor includes a bedroom and another full bath. The walk-out lower level features a large family room with stone walls accented by Mercer tile, as well as another bedroom and full bath. The original attached garage has been converted to an additional living suite with kitchen, living room, two bedrooms and two full baths. A detached over-sized two car garage was built of brick in keeping with the style of the house and features a new roof. Situated far off the road, the house, garage, swimming pool and pool house form a cluster. The driveway extends to the rear of the acreage an ultimately the ice house, which includes a two bedroom, one bath living space with kitchen, great room and enclosed porch. **Discover one of Doylestown's hidden treasures!**

This listing originally appeared on realtor.com. For more information and photos, click here.

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