$5,390,000
Beds: 4
Baths: 4 full, 3 half
Sqft: 6,920
Sqft lot: 1,045,004
Acre lot: 23.99
45 Days On Market -

Courtesy of Cary Simons, Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty

Status: Active
Property Type: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1742
Neighborhood: None Available
Days On Website: 45
Tunnel Farm is a stunning, jewel-box estate located in the heart of Montgomery County. Beautifully situated on 24 tranquil acres and surrounded by the permanently preserved 375+ Natural Lands Trust Gwynedd Wildlife Preserve. Enjoy state-of-the-art living with multiple residences and incredible recreational amenities in a peaceful country setting, yet close in proximity to everyday essentials and a short drive to center city! This quiet and serene property provides lush grounds, a beautiful pond, arboretum, organic vegetable garden, orchard, walking trails, world-class equestrian facilities and pickleball courts. In addition to the breathtaking main residence, the property also offers 2 additional residences, a bank barn, incredible indoor arena and more! Enjoy the resort-lifestyle without leaving home! The circa 1742 main residence is a gorgeous manor home which has recently undergone an extensive 3-year renovation and expansion by architects Archer & Buchanan and Casella Builders. The home has been reimagined by a designer with discerning taste and is the perfect blend of modern-day amenities and old-world charm. Rich in period details, such as exposed stone walls, barn-beamed ceilings, restored original fireplaces, antique mantel and stone floors. The stunning kitchen, by Blue Bell Kitchens, features gorgeous granite countertops and backsplashes, antique exposed beams, hardwood floors, top-of-the-line appliances and a retractable appliance bay that disappears into the countertop. The open floor plan flows into a cheerful breakfast room and custom bar area with zinc countertops. Completing this space is a cozy living room with a fireplace and peaceful pond views. Enjoy the integration of indoor and outdoor spaces with multiple outdoor seating areas with beautiful stone patios and covered porches, overlooking a serene pond and small walking bridge which leads to the pickleball courts. Also on the main level, a formal dining room, sleek home office with exquisite wood paneling and fireplace, a den with original stone fireplace, mudroom and powder room. Take the lovely sweeping staircase to the upper level to a magnificent main bedroom suite with exposed beams, private outdoor covered deck with pond views and walk-in closets. The sumptuous bathroom boasts a jetted slipper tub, mosaic marble floors, granite vanity with vessel sinks, wood-paneled alcove, Juliska lighting fixtures, granite steam shower, Sunlighten Infrared sauna, Toto sensor toilet and Smart Glass technology with privacy 'fog' at the click of a button. There are 3 additional lovely ensuite bedrooms, each with their own character and charm and gorgeous bathrooms. The 4th bedroom suite is complete with a large sitting room and private entrance, via a back staircase, perfect in-law or au pair suite! Finished lower level w/ fitness area and bathroom. The home also has an ELEVATOR. 3-car heated attached garage and 4th garage bay located in the bank barn. The exterior of the home is surrounded by a variety of specimen trees and pristine flower beds which are archived in photographs in the Smithsonian. The horse facilities are an equestrian's dream! Renovated 200-year-old bank barn in impeccable condition w/ 6 matted stalls, air conditioned feed room, bathroom & social room. Automatic waterers in stalls & fields. Extraordinary 200 x 86 custom-built indoor riding arena which features 24 electrically operated, oversized glass doors, Attwood Equestrian dust-free footing, 4' angled rider guard w/ mirrors, 2 wash stalls w/ hot/cold water, temperature-controlled tack/viewing room w/ kitchenette & bathroom. Two 5-stall shed rows for overflow horses w/ 2 tack rooms. All fields have access to 3 run-in sheds. Caretaker home attached to the barn 3 BR, 1 1/2 baths and guest house w/ 2 BR & 2 full baths. Whether you're looking for a family compound, country/nature retreat, resort lifestyle or state-of-the-art equestrian facilities, this property has it all!

Features

Property Access

  • Road Responsibility: Boro/Township
  • Paved

Appliances & Equipment

  • 1 elevator
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Dryer
  • Energy Efficient Appliances
  • Exhaust Fan
  • Freezer
  • Icemaker
  • Microwave
  • Oven - Double
  • Oven - Self Cleaning
  • Oven - Wall
  • Range Hood
  • Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Water Heater
  • Washer

Basement

  • Improved
  • Interior Access
  • Partial
  • Partially Finished
  • Poured Concrete

Bathrooms

  • 7 total bathrooms
  • 1 bathroom on all lower levels
  • 5 bathrooms on all upper levels
  • 4 full bathrooms
  • 3 half bathrooms
  • 1 half bathroom on main level

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms on upper levels
  • 4 bedrooms

Building

  • 6,920 sqft living area
  • 5,920 sqft above grade (finished)
  • 1,000 sqft below grade (finished)
  • Built in 1742
  • Major renovation in 2015
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • 2 levels
  • Colonial
  • Farmhouse/National Folk
  • Stone

Cooling

  • Central Air
  • Electric
  • Central A/C

Accessibility Features

  • 48+ Halls
  • Elevator

Exterior Features

  • BBQ Grill
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outbuilding(s)
  • Play Area
  • Secure Storage
  • Sport Court
  • Stone Retaining Walls
  • Tennis Court(s)
  • Gutter System

Fence

  • Partially
  • Masonry/Stone
  • Split Rail

Fireplaces

  • 4 fireplaces
  • Gas/Propane
  • Mantel(s)
  • Stone
  • Wood

Floors

  • Hardwood
  • Wood
  • Stone

Foundation

  • Stone
  • Concrete Perimeter

Garage

  • 4 garage spaces

Water Features

  • Water Access
  • Water Body Type: Pond
  • Water Oriented

Heating

  • Electric
  • Baseboard - Electric
  • Forced Air
  • Hot Water
  • Radiant
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Zoned

Interior Features

  • Additional Stairway
  • Attic
  • Bar
  • Breakfast Area
  • Built-Ins
  • Combination Dining/Living
  • Combination Kitchen/Dining
  • Combination Kitchen/Living
  • Dining Area
  • Double/Dual Staircase
  • Efficiency
  • Elevator
  • Exposed Beams
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Floor Plan - Open
  • Formal/Separate Dining Room
  • Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Kitchen - Gourmet
  • Kitchen - Island
  • Kitchen - Table Space
  • Pantry
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Sauna
  • Skylight(s)
  • Soaking Tub
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Walk-in Closet(s)
  • Studio
  • Wet/Dry Bar
  • WhirlPool/HotTub
  • Window Treatments
  • Wine Storage
  • Wood Floors

Laundry

  • Upper Floor

Listing

  • 45 days on market
  • $910 per sqft
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residential

Location

  • Municipality: LOWER GWYNEDD TWP
  • County: Montgomery
  • Location Type: Suburban
  • MLS Area: Lower Gwynedd Twp (10639)
  • Subdivision: None Available

Lot

  • 1,045,004 sqft
  • 23.99 acres
  • Backs to Trees
  • Cleared
  • Front Yard
  • Landscaping
  • Level
  • Open
  • Partly Wooded
  • Pond
  • Premium
  • Private
  • Rear Yard
  • Road Frontage
  • SideYard(s)
  • Stream/Creek
  • Trees/Wooded
  • Vegetation Planting
  • Backs - Parkland
  • Not In Development
  • Secluded

Parking

  • Circular Driveway
  • Private

Property

  • Horse
  • Other Structures: Above Grade,Below Grade
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s),Balcony,Roof,Terrace
  • View: Courtyard,Creek/Stream,Garden/Lawn,Panoramic,Pasture,Scenic Vista,Trees/Woods,Water

Roof

  • Shake

Schools

  • School District: WISSAHICKON

Sewer

  • On Site Septic

Taxes

  • Tax Annual Amount: $16,843
  • Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

  • Electric Service: 440 Volts,Generator
  • Hot Water: Propane
  • Cable TV
  • Phone Available
  • Phone Connected
  • Propane
  • Water Available

Windows

  • Double Pane
  • Energy Efficient
  • Insulated

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$5,390,000 - 720 Swedesford Road, Lower Gwynedd, PA 19002

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720 Swedesford Road
Lower Gwynedd, PA 19002
Municipality: LOWER GWYNEDD TWP

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This content last updated on May 2, 2024 6:12AM.