Property Description
As America celebrates its 250th birthday you can celebrate the approx. 225 years of rich history of your truly one-of-a-kind home and 10+ acres! Originally established as a 19th-century Chester County farmstead during the post-American Revolution farming expansion, the historic Smoke House Farm reflects Chester Countys agricultural heritage, complete with stone barn structures, preserved pastureland, and an estate-style addition & enhancements that preserve its historic character. In Downingtown Schools, and featuring 5 Bedrooms (including main level In-Law Suite); 3 Full Baths; 3 Half Baths; and outside multi-tier Patios surrounding the 20x40 In-Ground Infinity Pool with cascading waterfall and jetted Spa --- set in a backdrop of the stone walls & wood doors of the original barn. Only Class 2 historic so you have flexibility to make changes & make it your own! Plus the Act 319 status means low taxes along with the bucolic setting of grassy yards, preserved pastures, mature woodlands, and ponds & creek. This is a property perfectly curated for elevated everyday comfort, plus exceptional & memorable entertaining! Inside original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, exposed beams, deep-set sunlit windows, and generously sized rooms reflect the historic craftsmanship. A Study/Parlor has a fireplace with Mercer-tiled surround, and is adjacent to the spacious Living Room/Library also with fireplace. Down the hall are a Powder Room; Mudroom; and versatile Workroom with utility sink and abundant storage, ideal for hobbies, projects, gardening supplies, more. The Primary Suite includes a striking exposed timber-frame entrance into the Bedroom with built-in cabinetry and a walk-in closet; Sitting Room; and remodeled Full Bath with sculpted freestanding soaking tub and glass-enclosed shower with marbled surround. On this main floor are also the remodeled Kitchen with gas range and overhead vent hood, built in fridge & pantry, raised panel cabinetry and glass curios, and onyx granite counters; an elegant Dining Room; Powder Room; Laundry; and Breakfast Room with pocket doors into the Family Room showcasing a soaring two-story ceiling, hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, bumped-out bay window, and door out to the side Porch overlooking the woods & old smoke house setting. Upstairs (a conventional staircase plus an original winder staircase!) and also in the original build are 3 more Bedrooms; Full Bath; and spacious cedar closet. The new addition is a true testament to intentional design, thoughtfully integrating modern sophistication. There is the 5th Bedroom en-suite with a Full Bath that could be a second Primary Suite or In-Law/Guest Suite. The second Kitchen includes a soaring ceiling, expansive sit-up peninsula w/pendant lighting, and walk-in Pantry room. And the Breakfast Room is the ideal gathering space! The tiled Vestibule area with walls of sun-filled windows includes a charming built-in bench seating area, Pool Shower/Changing Room, Powder Room, and of course doors out to your Patios & In-Ground Pool oasis! The oversized, heated 4-Car Garage has planned space for a potential elevator to the Main Floor (via Powder Room in the addition). The expanded driveway could park up to 10 to 15 vehicles/RVs/etc. (remember, no HOA!). Radiant and gas heating, plus centralized A/C, and every room has its own thermostat. Just minutes to Marsh Creek State Park, Rtes 322/30/Bypass/PA Turnpike, train station, shopping, dining, STEM Academy & everywhere you want to be! Property is meticulously maintained so the included AHS ShieldComplete Home Warranty with Pool Coverage (their highest level of coverage!) is just added peace-of-mind for you! Some photos virtually staged. Verification (including sq ft/size/lay-out/more) lies with the consumer.