$4.1M Montco Estate Has Courtyard, Fountain, Indoor Pool, History

GWYNEDD VALLEY, PA — Entering this property is like stepping back into a piece of history. This sprawling Montgomery County estate, custom built at the end of the 19th century for a local businessman, has a majestic courtyard, tree-lined drive, a pool, eight bedrooms, ten fireplaces, and much more.

• Address: 1336 Gypsy Hill Rd, Gwynedd Valley, Pennsylvania
• Price: $4,195,000
• Square Feet: 12299
• Bedrooms: 8
• Bathrooms: 7 Full and 3 Half Baths
• Built: 1898
• Features: Legendary Gwynedd Valley Estate property notable for its world class architecture and history of owners and guests. It was built in 1898 as a Country Estate for Edward Smith, founding partner of the Philadelphia Investment Firm, Smith Barney and has had several significant visitors including Princess Grace and General MacArthur to name a few. This three story residence was constructed with 18 thick granite walls and showcases incomparable craftmanship throughout its 13,000 square feet including over 8 Bedrooms, 7.2 Bathrooms and 10 Fireplaces. Breathtaking at every turn, it effortlessly exceeds the most discriminating requirements for living, entertaining and recreation with exquisite design and materials used throughout. Enter the private grounds through a gated tree lined winding drive, pass the courtyard fountain and behold a truly historic mansion, beautifully maintained with breathtaking scale. First floor features Main entrance to marble floored sitting area, Living room with fireplace overlooking grounds, handsome study/office with mahogany paneling, elegant dining room into chef's kitchen with terrace overlooking dramatic rear woodlands, Paneled family room with fireplace, game room with extended sunroom with jacuzzi whirlpool and tiled mudroom with custom cabinetry leading to 4 car garage with bonus finished second floor space. Second floor features 5 spacious en suite bedrooms many with fireplaces, all with views. Master Bedroom suite is spacious and features his and her separate bathrooms and closets. Third Floor features several more bedrooms which could serve as playroom, craft room, etc. Lower level includes over 1600 square feet of finished space including caterer's kitchen, newer wine cellar and indoor exercise swimming pool. Luxury country living in sought after Gwynedd Valley. Close to train and all major arteries.

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