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2 Beds
2 Baths
1,350 SqFt
SOLD DATE : 05/31/2023
Key Details
Sold Price $885,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,350 sqft
Price per Sqft $655
MLS Listing ID PABU2046198
Sold Date 05/31/23
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,350
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1775
Annual Tax Amount $7,336
Tax Year 2022
Lot Size 2.295 Acres
Acres 2.3
Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00
Property Description
One of the oldest residences in Solebury Twp, this historic property known as Sheildaig Cottage
dates to circa 1705. The setting, house, separate cottage, and garage will captivate you.
Whether for a full-time residence or a get-away, this picturesque house retains original features
with many modern amenities and upgrades that blend seamlessly. The natural beauty, inside and
outside, architectural features, and historical provenance set this property apart. Random width
pine plank floors throughout the house, wood beams, plaster over stone walls, solid wood doors,
period hardware, and two fireplaces are highlights of one of the oldest and most picturesque
houses on one of the most scenic and old roads in Solebury. Stone stacked walls, landscaping, a
creek, front and rear entrances, and a 270 sq ft cottage set back from the house. To enter the house in the
front, open the vintage iron gate to a bluestone patio leading past a reflecting pool and to the
front door. The sense of history and bygone days are felt when you enter and see one of the two
massive stone fireplaces with an enormous, thick hand hewn beam built into it. Another one has been fitted with an energy efficient wood burning stove is in the custom designed kitchen that is beautiful and efficiently utilizes every inch of space. It has a vaulted ceiling with a skylight, window seat, Wolf, Liebherr, Miele, and Viking appliances,custom soft close cabinetry, and a deep farm sink. On the other side of the great room, step down into a bedroom/office with built-ins and direct access into a bathroom with marble shower. The rear house entry is through a charming Dutch door and there are doors into the bathroom and a speakeasy door to the second floor oasis of the main bedroom and gorgeous bathroom. At the back of the property is a one-room cottage with a woodburning stove and front sitting area. It is bonus space to suit your needs. A detached, 2-car garage has been rebuilt and it is a solid structure with a side
staircase to the second floor storage. Over the years, $200,000 was put into the upgrades and
remodeling of this extraordinary and idyllic home to make it the special home it is today. It is
move-in ready and amazing. Imagine if the walls could talk. Convenient to the best if shopping,
dining, recreation and entertainment in New Hope, Doylestown, and Bucks County. It is an easy
commute to Philadelphia, Princeton, and NYC. Welcome home to history and gracious living.
Location
State PA
County Bucks
Area Solebury Twp (10141)
Zoning R1
Rooms
Other Rooms Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
Basement Partial
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Interior
Interior Features Exposed Beams, Stove - Wood, Built-Ins
Hot Water Electric
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Wood
Fireplaces Number 2
Equipment Dryer - Electric, Washer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Furnishings No
Fireplace Y
Window Features Double Hung
Appliance Dryer - Electric, Washer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Heat Source Electric, Propane - Owned
Laundry Basement
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s)
Parking Features Garage - Front Entry
Garage Spaces 2.0
Utilities Available Propane, Phone, Cable TV
Water Access N
Roof Type Copper,Other
Accessibility None
Porch Patio(s)
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Landscaping
Story 2
Sewer On Site Septic
Water Private
Architectural Style Colonial
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type Masonry
New Construction N
Schools
School District New Hope-Solebury
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 41-013-109
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA
Horse Property N
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA
Financing Cash,Conventional,FHA
Special Listing Condition Standard
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