If you loved the fabulous images of Scott Bessent’s Charleston mansion, you’re going to fall head-over-heels in love with this 1700s equestrian mansion located just outside of Philly. It’s a stark departure from the nearby Poconos palace we recently looked at and a shocking upscale find priced below $5 million USD (by comparison, a smaller home with less history in New York was listed for five times as much).
“This incredible, turn-key, equestrian treasure offers the ultimate lifestyle for the most discerning buyers with its peaceful setting, recreation facilities, low taxes and renowned public and private schools,” begins the listing for this jaw-dropping 1742 equestrian mansion located in posh Gwynedd, Pennsylvania.
It’s a “breathtaking, private 24-acre property that features endless views of its beautiful pond, arboretum and orchard.”
Four bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms and nearly 7,000 square feet of living space in the main home offer more than enough room to comfortably spread out. And this equestrian estate sits on nearly 24 acres of lush, green land.
“Rounding out the incredible lifestyle afforded by this gorgeous enclave is an equestrian’s dream riding facility including an incredible, custom-built 200’x86′ indoor riding arena, walking and riding trails leading to the adjoining permanently preserved 280+ acres surrounded by the Gwynedd Wildlife Preserve.”
“Grounds include a spa tucked next to a quaint spring house, two lighted pickleball courts with ultra-mat cushioning system and viewing area, a guest cottage with two bedrooms and two full baths and additional caretaker’s home with three bedrooms and one bathroom.”
“The main farmhouse residence dates from 1742 and boasts new, exquisite appointments and amenities from an extraordinary three-year renovation, expansion and restoration. Custom antique glass and mirror shelved bar with zinc countertops, wine refrigerators and gourmet kitchen.”
The entire home is loaded with light, bright rooms and sophisticated details. By the way, if you love this, you absolutely need to check out this Tudor-style castle only an hour away by car.
“Adding to the rustic elegance are original stone walls and ceiling barn beams, stunning quartzite backsplash and countertops, built-in Thermador appliances, Miele coffee maker and electric appliance lift. The breakfast area leads to a barbeque, deck, and stone patio overlooking a charming bridge.”
“His and her office/dens, with restored original fireplaces, stone floor, wood beams and antique fireplace mantels lead to a covered porch with retractable screens. Original deep window wells complete the hallways and dining room.”
“The second-floor primary suite includes a walkout, covered deck, built-in his/her walk-in closets, stunning bathroom with floating cabinetry, quartzite countertops and shower, mosaic marble floor, hand blown light fixtures, soaking jacuzzi bathtub, Toto sensor toilet and Sunlighten far-infrared sauna.”
“Switchable Smart Glass technology changes the views into complete privacy at the touch of a button. Three other beautifully appointed bedroom suites, each with full bathrooms. The fourth bedroom suite also includes a large sitting room and private entrance, perfect in-law or au pair suite.”
And every room is ripe for adding your fave indoor house plants.
“Access floors by the lovely sweeping staircase or elevator.”
“A full finished lower level with a fitness area, powder room and extra storage areas. The entire house controlled by a state-of-the-art, smart home system.”
The indoor riding arena (gasp!) contains 24 electrically operated oversized glass doors, Attwood Equestrian dust-free footing, 4-foot angled rider guard with mirrors, a heated two-horse wash stall and a heated and air-conditioned tack/viewing room with kitchen and bathroom.”
“The renovated 200-year-old bank barn with six large stalls with mats, automatic waterers, temperature-controlled feed room and powder room,” is sure to impress. Not convinced yet? The “expansive hayloft, feed storage and space for large equipment,” is a real charmer.
Additional features of this stunning compound include two side-by-side shed rows with ten 10’x10′ stalls including mats and two tack rooms. Four expansive turnout paddocks with two 20’x12′ run-in sheds, 18′ wide tracks with gates surrounding all four paddocks, 150′ round pens and four 50′ round pens.
The property is close to the famous King of Prussia Mall, 45 minutes to Philadelphia and nearby airports and just 90 minutes to New York City.
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