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604 Penllyn Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422
$1,825,000
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Property Description
Meadow Farm, the storied 1922 estate in Lower Gwynedd is surrounded by 48 acres of protected land and consists of three magnificent homes. One of these homes is now available. The long, tree-lined, lantern-lit entrance lane leads to this all stone remarkable home. There is 5722 sq ft of living space with 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, and 3 half baths. It sits on 2.1 acres of rolling terrain. It is a masterpiece. As you enter through the oversize front door you are immediately struck by the elegance of the marble foyer which gives way to an architecturally acclaimed floating staircase. Through the hall you can see through one of many French doors that offer beautiful glimpses of the property. Off the foyer is a large formal living room with an oversized original basket weave brick fireplace, hardwood floors, original plaster crown moldings, & double French doors leading to a large flagstone patio. Opposite the living room is the grand dining room which also has an oversized marble fireplace & French windows with deep sills. The large and recently renovated gourmet kitchen features a 4 long country sink, 2 built-in Thermador refrigerators, separate Thermador freezer, Viking ice maker, wine cooler, double Viking ovens & range, warming drawer, trash masher & custom cabinetry. A granite island houses a microwave drawer. The breakfast dining area features a corner gas fireplace and large, shuttered wraparound windows overlooking a pond & patios. As you step down into the family room, enter into a large, fully stone walled room which features a wooden, cathedral beamed ceiling, a huge woodburning fireplace, hardwood floors, & a long granite bar that sits atop ample custom cabinets. There are large windows through which you can see the beautiful yard, original springhouse, pool, putting green and fantastic nightly sunsets. A home office is off the family room and serves as a cozy library and houses the Sonos sound system. Sunlight streams through the window which overlooks a private courtyard for an amazing work from home space. Two powder rooms complete this floor. The upstairs consists of multi level bedroom suites. The master suite boasts a wood burning fireplace, dressing room with lighted tray ceiling leading to a marble bathroom with double sink vanity, large steam shower, soaking tub, & heated towel rack. The other bedrooms are all remarkable with deep window sills, period moldings, built ins, and window seats. The finished basement has a wine cellar, powder room, & exercise room. There is an oversized, 3 car detached garage with stairs to a second floor. Throughout the house on many of the doors and windows is original refurbished brass and gold-plated hardware. The outdoor space at this lovely home is truly amazing! Enjoy the gorgeous views while dining outdoors with two separate in-ground gas hookups for a grille. The stone surrounding the enormous pool deck continues down curved steps to a private tennis court which is partially enclosed by stone walls. The rolling landscape includes eight raised beds from which to gather fresh flowers & home-grown produce. The pond is beautiful & requires no maintenance. The location of this home is ideal. You are minutes from supermarkets, specialty shops, local restaurants, & cultural activities. This home sits within the top rated Wissahickon school district. There is easy access to the PA turnpike, blue route, Rt 309, Wing s Field airport , & within walking distance from the train. Meadow Farm was originally built by Albert L. Smith of the Smith Barney investment firm. It was then conveyed to the Lippincott family of publishing fame, who published The Story of the Trapp Family Singers which inspired the beloved Sound of Music. It is said that Maria Von Trapp stayed at this home during the writing of her story. It has the feel of a historic country manor with all the modern conveniences. It truly blends the past with the present. Don t miss the chance to own a spectacular piece of history.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 604 Penllyn Pike
General
- Sold For: $1,825,000
- Taxes: $26,132 (2021)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- MLS ID: PAMC638914
- Added to Site: 1, 527 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 13
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Office, Recreation Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Bar, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Carpet, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Curved Staircase, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Pantry, Skylight(s), Soaking Tub, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, WhirlPool/HotTub, Wine Storage, Wood Floors, Exposed Beams, Recessed Lighting
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace(s): Fireplace - Glass Doors, Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Marble, Stone, Screen, Wood, Fireplace - Glass Doors, Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Marble, Stone, Screen, Wood
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Commercial Range, Compactor, Dishwasher, Disposal, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Intercom, Oven - Double, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Partially Carpeted, Terrazzo, Wood, Marble
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 7
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 3
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 4
- Upper - Full Baths: 4
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 2
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Primary Bathroom - C, Upper 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 5
- Bedrooms-Up2: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Primary Bedroom - Dressing Area, Flooring - Carpet, Upper 1
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 3 - Cedar Lined Closet, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet, Upper 2
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom 4 - Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Carpet, Upper 2
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom 5 - Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood, Upper 2
- Bedroom 4: Bedroom 2 - Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet, Walk-In Closet(s), Upper 1
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Crown Molding, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Main
- Family Room: Family Room - Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Countertop(s) - Ceramic, Crown Molding, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Skylight(s), Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Countertop(s) - Granite, Double Sink, Flooring - Terrazzo, Island, Kitchen - Eat-in, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Built-Ins, Crown Molding, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Crown Molding, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Main
- Breakfast Room: Breakfast Room - Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Fireplace - Gas, Flooring - Terrazzo, Skylight(s), Main
- Office: Office - Built-Ins, Flooring - HardWood, Main
- Laundry: Upper Floor, Upper 1
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground, In Ground
- Security/Safety: Intercom, Security System
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Hot Tub, Outbuilding(s), Tennis Court(s)
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway
- Other Parking Total: 6
- Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Location
- Area: Lower Gwynedd Twp (10639)
- Municipality: LOWER GWYNEDD TWP
- County: Montgomery
- Development Name: Penllyn
- Subdivision: Penllyn
- Cross Streets: Gypsy Hill
- Driving Directions: .
School Information
- School District: Wissahickon
- Elementary School: Lower Gwynedd
- Middle School: Wissahickon
- High School: Wissahickon Senior
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric, Geothermal, Natural Gas
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Geo-thermal, Electric
- Water Heater: Natural Gas, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Community Septic Tank, Private Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Colonial
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Fully Finished
- Roof: Shingle, Shake, Pitched
- Walls/Ceilings: 2 Story Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Cath
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Skylights
- Doors: French
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 5,772
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 5,772 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 5,772 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1912
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Good
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Spring House
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.1
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 91,476
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 266.00 x 0.00
- Lot Features: Front Yard, Level, Pond, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
- Zoning: AA
- Lot Description: Front Yard, Level, Pond, Private, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
- Fencing (Description): Wood, Rear
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $346.5
- Assessment Year: 2021
- School Tax: $21,427
- City/TownTax: $1,185
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $3,520
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $969,100
- Tax Amount: $26,132
- Tax Year: 2021
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 5772
Disclosures and Reports
- Buyer’s Brokerage Compensation: 3%
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: washer, dryer, refrigerator, freezer, refrigerator in basement all in "as is" condition
- Lot Number: 22
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Schools
Schools serving 604 Penllyn Pike
School District:Wissahickon School District
Rating | Name | Grades | Distance |
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571 Houston Rd, Ambler, PA 19002 | K-5 | 0.6 mi | |
500 Houston Rd, Ambler, PA 19002 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi | |
521 Houston Rd, Ambler, PA 19002 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 604 Penllyn Pike
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/28/2022
Sold
$1,825,000
-8.75%
MLS
2/21/2020
Listed
$1,999,999
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
604 Penllyn Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422 (MLS# PAMC638914) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,825,000 on April 28, 2022. This property was listed by Diane Reddington from our Blue Bell Office.Want to learn more about 604 Penllyn Pike? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Blue Bell? You can browse all Blue Bell real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.