720 Swedesford Road, Lower Gwynedd, PA 19002-1926 $5,390,000
Interior Sq. Ft: 6,920
Acreage: 23.99
Age:282 years
Style:
Colonial, Farmhouse/National Folk
Subdivision: None Available
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
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!
In-Law/auPair/Suite: Upper 1
Great Room: Main
Dining Room: Main
Kitchen: Main
Office: Main
Mud Room: Main
Breakfast Room: Main
Media Room: Lower 1
Exercise Room: Lower 1
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Buyer Agency Comp*: 2.5 % Of Gross
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Water
Water Oriented: Yes; Water Front: No; Water Access: Yes; Water Body Type: Pond;
Utilities
Baseboard - Electric Heating, Forced Air Heating, Hot Water Heating, Programmable Thermostat, Radiant Heating, Zoned Heating, Electric, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Propane, Public Water, On Site Septic, 440 Volts, Generator, Upper Floor Laundry, Cable TV, Phone Available, Phone Connected, Propane, Water Available
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Driveway, Built In, Garage Door Opener, Garage - Side Entry, Inside Access, Oversized, Private Parking, Attached Garage Spaces #: 3; Detached Garage Spaces #: 1;
Interior
Attic, Bar, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Combination Dining/Living, Additional Stairway, Improved Basement, Interior Access Basement, Partial , Partially Finished Basement, Poured Concrete , Hardwood Flooring, Stone Flooring, Wood Flooring, Gas/Propane Fireplace, Mantel(s), Stone Fireplace, Wood Fireplace, Accessibility - 48"+ Halls, Accessibility - Elevator, Double Pane Windows, Energy Efficient Windows, Insulated Windows, 24 hour security, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Exterior Cameras, Fire Detection System, Monitored
Exterior
Concrete Perimeter Foundation, Stone Foundation, Shake Roof, Stone Exterior, Balcony, Patio(s), Roof Deck, Terrace, BBQ Grill, Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Outbuilding(s), Play Area, Secure Storage
Lot
Backs to Trees, Cleared Lot, Front Yard, Landscaping, Level Lot, Open Lot, Partly Wooded Lot, Pond, Premium Lot, Private Lot, Suburban, Courtyard View, Creek/Stream View, Garden/Lawn View, Panoramic View, Pasture View, Scenic Vista View, Trees/Woods View, Water View, Masonry/Stone Fence, , Partially Fenced, Split Rail Fence, Paved Road
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Public Elementary (18 schools)
Public Middle (4 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Pennbrook Middle School | North Penn School District | 7–9 | North Wales | 1.73 mi |
Penndale Middle School | North Penn School District | 7–9 | Lansdale | 2.81 mi |
Wissahickon Middle School | Wissahickon School District | 6–8 | Ambler | 2.85 mi |
East Norriton Middle School | Norristown Area School District | 5–8 | Norristown | 4 mi |
Public High (4 schools)
School | District | Grades | Place | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Wissahickon Senior High School | Wissahickon School District | 9–12 | Ambler | 2.71 mi |
North Penn Senior High School | North Penn School District | 10–12 | Lansdale | 3.69 mi |
North Montco Technical Career Center | North Montco Technical Career Center | 9–12 | Lansdale | 3.88 mi |
Upper Dublin High School | Upper Dublin School District | 9–12 | Fort Washington | 4.68 mi |
Private (31 schools)
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This report is a detailed community overview for Ambler (19002), Pennsylvania.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 28
- Average salary of people in this community: $84,448
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,549
- Household Size (ppl): 2.59
- Households w/ Children: 59%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 9,378 (73.5%)
- Rented: 2,804 (22.0%)
- Vacant: 577 (4.5%)
- Total: 12,759
Population Demographics
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Climate and Weather
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Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 1.0%
- Some High School: 2.6%
- High School Graduate: 17.2%
- Some College: 11.3%
- Associate Degree: 7.1%
- Bachelor's Degree: 32.9%
- Graduate Degree: 28.0%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $110,041
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Studio: $2,257
- One Bedroom: $1,132
- Two Bedroom: $1,264
- Three Bedroom: $1,444
- Four Bedroom: $1,781
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