Real Estate

Historic, $1.8 Million Gwynedd Estate Dates To 1751

A collection of sealed parchment documents bearing the signatures of the Founding Fathers of Lower Gwynedd is included with the property.

GWYNEDD, PA — A historic Montgomery County estate is now on the market for $1.8 million.

The secluded home in the countryside is filled with modern amenities, but also a breath of the 18th century: a collection of sealed parchment documents bearing the signatures of the Founding Fathers of Lower Gwynedd is included with the property.

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  • Address: 1221, Gwynedd, Pennsylvania
  • Price: $1,895,000
  • Square Feet:
  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 5 Full and 1 Half Baths
  • Built: 1751
  • Features: Perched in Historic Gwynedd, Glendower Farm exudes character, charm & elegance at every turn & offers all the convenience & luxuries of today. Documented as one of the most important colonial homes of Phila and its neighborhood, & dates back to a patent granted directly to William Penn in 1699. Largest of the original four Evans homes remained w/ the family from 1699 to 1812, however, its well-preserved legacy of owners includes Phila wealth, society and influence in every generation. Pre-dating the American Revolution, folklore has it that William Penn himself was an overnight visitor. Collection of sealed parchment documents bearing the signatures of the Founding Fathers of Lower Gwynedd is included w/ property. One of the last of its kind for historic importance. A sweeping driveway leads to breathtaking setting nestled on 3.7 ac dramatic homesite with stately hardwood trees, specimen plantings, gardens, stone entry walls, walkways, additional two-car Garage, Pool & Pool House. One of a kind! Expansive 1st Floor offers multiple formal, informal & leisure living areas including Library/Den/Study & Music Rm. Fam/Great Rm is perfect spot to cozy up & relax after a busy day. The Gourmet Kitchen is chef's delight with custom cabinetry, full appliances, granite countertops & Breakfast Bar! The Breakfast Rm greets you with a walk-in fireplace, beamed ceiling & outdoor vistas. The unique charm of these living areas are enhanced by the interest & warmth of wood fireplaces, deep window sills, wide planked hardwood flooring, beamed ceilings, antique built-in furniture & corner cabinets, & custom craftsmen millwork. The impeccable attention to detail is unsurpassed! The 2nd & 3rd floors are accessible by grand stair case off the centralized center hall. Here your Master Suite awaits! This retreat includes a Dressing Rm, lavish Bath & 2 Fireplaces. 5 add'l Bedrms, 3 add'l Baths, Laundry Rm, & Office can also be found on these levels. The great outdoors offers a Pool House with custom built Pool Area with elevated spa, 2 outdoor cooking grills, sound system & professionally landscaped & manicured to perfection. Outside living and entertainment is conveniently just off the Family Rm. and offers nestled seclusion and vistas of the yard and gardens kick up and relax or fire up the barbeque! Truly a dream come true! Note: Subject to Seller securing subdivision approval. Lot sizes and taxes are estimated.

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