Escape to the peace and tranquility of your own 34 acre paradise. This 1850's 4 bedrm, 3.5 bath stone farmhouse with a 2007 addition and updating offers the perfect blend of new and old. This home is located in Pike Township, Berks County on a quiet country road with easy access for commuting. You can be in Philadelphia in an hour and 2hrs. to NYC. The grounds offer open fields and acres of woods with trails and the Oysterville Creek flowing through the property. The heated in ground pool will be perfect for the hot summer days ahead.
There are so many highlights to this amazing center hall farmhouse. The large dining rm. is perfect for gatherings with friends and family. It's adjacent to the updated country kitchen. The LR features beautiful original wood floors and one of the original fireplaces. There is a den with 1/2 bath and the stunning family room addition has vaulted wood ceilings and skylights. The exposed stone wall of the original house highlights this room. The adjoining primary bedroom suite and full bath with walk in tile shower and double sinks offers options for in-law quarters. Outside this bedroom there is a convenient coffee bar/kitchenette and the 1st flr laundry. Upstairs you'll find 3 additional bedrooms and 2 full baths. The attic is full walk up for great additional storage and all roofs on the building have been updated. At the rear of the home is a large heated enclosed porch overlooking the backyard and attached to home is the original dwelling/summer kitchen dating back to the 1700's with so many original features, it's your own step back in history. The covered front porch overlooks the mill pond across the street and you'll love relaxing and watching the wildlife. The back of the home has another covered porch overlooking the heated in-ground pool and spa and the large level back yard area. There is a large detached 2 story garage with capacity for 2-3 vehicles plus lots of storage and there is also a sm barn. Additional outbuildings include the original smoke house, a building for pool equipment storage and the enclosed chicken coop, ready for new residents and even the outhouse. Come explore this special property – This is the country escape you're looking for.