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Property Description
The Andrew Downing house is a farmhouse reproduction built by master craftsman Bruce T. Lesser in 1998. This home is situated in Upper Makefield at a location that is steeped in history and surrounded by over 150 acres of preserved open space. Adjacent to London Purchase Farm, across the road from the Revolutionary War hospital (Antrobus Farm) and abutting the open space of Tory Ponds and Doan Hollow, this location is filled with wildlife and peaceful serenity. This home offers three levels of living space, along with a stairway to a fourth level. The stately front entrance is flanked by custom woodwork and lanterns. The tall dining room windows face the circular driveway, giving a welcoming feeling to family and guests. Ceiling medallions are prominent in the home. The formal living/music room has a coffered ceiling that supports the acoustics of the 9 foot ceilings. The main floor study has built-in shelves and cabinets with a double pocket door to the living room and a glass French door to the back hallway. The family room has a 9 foot ceiling that cascades to 14 feet at the gas fireplace with custom over mantle. The fireplace is framed by two tall windows with plantation shutters overlooking the spring house in the back yard. A private balcony is accessible from the family room through a double French door where the beautiful sunset can be appreciated. The kitchen suite includes an eating area with a wall of windows, open access to the family room, double French doors to a covered porch and a gathering space. The kitchen boasts hand crafted fruitwood cabinetry, new granite countertops, center island, dry beverage bar, a convection oven and microwave/oven and a sub zero refrigerator. The mud room/drop zone is off of the kitchen with access to the front porch, garage & laundry area. The laundry room has a newer washer/dryer and a folding/hanging system. There is a utility sink in the laundry room where you can wash up after a day in the perennial gardens. Pocket doors are in the kitchen and laundry access to the mud room to provide a safe haven for family pets. The second floor has 4 bedrooms (2 are ensuites) and a 2nd floor home office. The main bedroom has a large future closet with a new rolling custom barn door. This bedroom area has 6 windows (front, side & back breezes are calming) and Bowman's Tower illumination can be enjoyed each year. The second en-suite bedroom has windows on every side, a locker room style walk in closet and Mercer tiles in the shower. From the second level, there is access to a staircase leading to the attic. Storage galore! The lower level is a finished climate controlled 1900 foot space with double French doors to a patio and resort style pool, including a spa, easy entry and several safety features. A gas fireplace is in the lower level living room. There is a full bathroom, eating area, gym area, a workroom, home theater, kitchen and more storage on this level. There is a storm cellar accessible from the back patio, The home has a full house generator and two newer HVAC units. This home has been lovingly cared for and is a rare gem!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1293 Eagle Rd
General
- Sold For: $1,900,000
- HOA FEE: $500/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: One Time
- Taxes: $14,986 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PABU2096320
- Added to Site: 224 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Additional Stairway, Attic, Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Breakfast Area, Central Vacuum, Chair Railings, Curved Staircase, Crown Moldings, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Water Treat System, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Brick, Gas/Propane, Marble
- Appliances: Central Vacuum, Cooktop - Down Draft, Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 3
- Upper - Full Baths: 3
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Gunite, InGround, Heated, Pool/Spa Combo
- Spa: Yes
- Spa Description: Heated
- Equipment: Negotiable
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Chimney Cap(s), Flood Lights, Gutter System
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Balcony, Patio, Porch, Deck, Brick
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 7
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage - Side Entry
Location
- Area: Upper Makefield Twp (10147)
- Municipality: UPPER MAKEFIELD TWP
- County: BUCKS
- Cross Streets: Thompson Mill Road
- Driving Directions: I95 to New Hope Exit. North on Taylorsville to North on River to Left on Lurgan to Left on Eagle
- Direction Faces: East
- Location Details: Rural
School Information
- School District: Council Rock
- Elementary School: Sol Feinstone
- High School: Council Rock High School North
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: TORY PONDS
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned
- Water Heater: 60+ Gallon Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well, Private
- Utility Description: Cable TV, Phone, Propane
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Builder: BRUCE LESSER
- Model: ANDREW DOWNING HOUSE
- Construction: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished, Heated, Daylight, Full, Drainage System, Outside Entrance, SumpPump, Walkout Level, Windows, Workshop, Other
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
- Roof: Shake, Metal, Pitched
- Walls/Ceilings: 9'+ Ceilings, 2 Story Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Dry
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 5,990
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 5,990 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 4,090 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 1,900 Sq. Ft.
- Basement Finished: 90%
- Year Built: 1998
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Spring House
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden/Lawn, Mountain
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.58
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 68,903
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: CM
- Lot Description: Backs - Open Common Area, Backs to Trees
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $488.75
- Association Fee: $500
- Assoc Fee Freq.: One Time
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $12,078
- City/TownTax: $553
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $2,355
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $85,800
- Tax Amount: $14,986
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Framingham mirror and console table in foyer
- Inclusions: Washer/Dryer all other negotiable
- Lot Number: 054-008
Listed by Keller Williams Real Estate - Princeton, Ellen Petri
Sold by Coldwell Banker Hearthside, Heather E Waters
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Schools
Schools serving 1293 Eagle Rd
School District:Council Rock School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Sol Feinstone El School 1090 Eagle Road, Newtown, PA 18940 | K-6 | 1.5 mi |
Newtown Middle School 116 Richboro Road, Newtown, PA 18940 | 7-8 | 5.8 mi |
Council Rock High School North 62 Swamp Road, Newtown, PA 18940 | 9-12 | 5.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1293 Eagle Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/26/2025
Sold
$1,900,000
-4.95%
MLS
6/06/2025
Listed
$1,999,000
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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.
1293 Eagle Road, New Hope, PA 18938 (MLS# PABU2096320) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,900,000 on August 26, 2025. Want to learn more about 1293 Eagle Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in New Hope? You can browse all New Hope real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

