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216 Merwinsburg Road

EFFORT, PA 18330

5 beds
4 baths
6,400 sqft
~72 acre lot
$289 per sqft
2002 build

Paradise-Found! Rare is it that such a large piece of awe-inspiring preserved land (72+ acres) with unrivaled views & a masterfully crafted home comes on the market in North-East PA. Welcome to the recently created B&B, Chestnuthill Countryside Manor, also home to Pohopoco Creek Alpacas. A 2400’ paved driveway leads to a 6400’ French-inspired stone estate with 5 bedrooms, 3 ½ bathrooms, 4 car garage, in-ground pool & 6 stall barn. A private setting with stunning views seen from just about every window. An impressive entry with massive double French doors sets the stage for the magnificence of this home. The foyer is spacious and has a spiral wooden staircase with wrought iron banisters. It opens to a dramatic great-room with timber rafters complementing a soaring tongue & groove ceiling. A 2-story stone fireplace flanked by built-in stone log huts, porcelain tiled floors & arched windows complete this large room. Adjacent is a unique polygon room with a rustic log & plaster wet-bar cleverly incorporated into this perfect entertainment space. A near-by half bath is decorated with a beautiful painted mural & nice fixtures. Radiant heat Terracotta tile floors, granite counter tops, tile backsplashes & a walk-in pantry are some of the features of the gourmet custom kitchen. It’s equipped with a Viking stove, double ovens & a Subzero refrigerator. The formal dining room has a kitchen & foyer entry. French doors open from the foyer into a spacious sunken office w/ handsome custom wood paneling & a decorative mosaic design in the middle of the tiled floor. Craftsmanship & character continue to the upper level with an elongated loft enhanced by wood & wrought-iron banisters. Another vantage point of the great-room & raftered ceiling had to be the goal of this design. The master bedroom suite enjoys privacy being at one end of the corridor. It has an abundance of windows, a balcony, 2 large walk-in closets & luxurious bathroom with a radiant heat floor . Located at the other end are 4 spacious bedrooms which are serving as guestrooms for the B&B. 2 Jack & Jill bathrooms create a semi-private bathroom for guests. The laundry room is conveniently located on this floor. A 2nd staircase leads back down to a hall with a separate entrance. The barn has 6 box stalls with upper bars as dividers so horses can socialize & a sizable loft for hay storage. Aisleway & wash/grooming area. Attached is a dry-lot that opens to larger pastures. A small building has been converted to a cute boutique that sells Alpaca fleece products. There is a run-in shed in a small paddock. A large pole building can be used for equipment storage, cars, supplies or tools. A creek runs through the lower portion of the property. An older barn used for storage is located near the road by the driveway entrance. One of the finest views & settings I’ve encountered in all my years of brokerage. Eagles can be seen flying to their nest in the woods. This is a very special property. Continue on with the B&B, expand to a vineyard, a horse breeding or training farm or simply enjoy as a second home oasis. Seller is an inactive real estate broker - license is in escrow.

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Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Oct 17, 2024 •

MLS# PAMR2003412 —

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The Building

Year Built:

2002
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Stone
Structure Type:

Detached
Architectural Style:

Craftsman, French
Historic:

No
Levels:

2
Roof:

Asphalt
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Unfinished, Outside Entrance
Total SqFt Source:

Estimated
Total Below Grade SqFt:

1500
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

6400
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Estimated
Above Grade Unfinished SqFt:

1200
Above Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Estimated
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt:

1500
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Estimated

Interior

Interior Features:

Additional Stairway, Attic, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Curved Staircase, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Spiral Staircase, Upgraded Countertops, Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors
Room List:

Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Game Room, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Great Room, Laundry, Other, Office, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
Room Count:

13
Flooring Type:

Hardwood, Heated, Partially Carpeted, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplaces:

1
Fireplace Features:

Stone, Wood
Living Area SqFt Source:

Estimated

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

9100
Living Area SqFt:

6,400 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Acceptable Financing:

Cash, Conventional, VA
Possession:

Negotiable

Location

Directions:

209 South from Stroudsburg, right on Route 115 at split. Left on Merwinsburg Rd, Driveway on right just before barn with green roof.
Latitude:

40.95413000
Longitude:

-75.44736000

The Property

Property Type:

Farm
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

72.15
Lot Size Source:

Estimated
Lot Size Dimensions:

0.00 x 0.00
Lot Dimensions Source:

Assessor
Lot Features:

Cleared, Irregular, Landscaping, Not In Development, Open, Partly Wooded, Rural, Secluded, Stream/Creek
Lot SqFt:

3,142,854 Sqft
Zoning:

RR & GC
Zoning Description:

2 parcels are included: 71.53 acres & .62 acres large parcel = rural residential zoning small parcel - general commercial zoning
View:

Mountain, Panoramic, Pasture
Outdoor Living Structures:

Balcony
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Horse:

Yes
Horse Amenities:

Horses Allowed, Paddock, Stable(s)
Farm Operation:

General, Horse, Livestock, Preserved
Farm Features:

Corral, Shed(s)
Water View:

No
Crops Included:

No
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Farm Land Preservation:

Yes
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

02-623900-55-9239
Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

$25,917.61
Tax Assessed Value:

$921,270
Year Assessed:

2024
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

5
Upper Level Bedrooms:

5
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:

5

Baths

Total Baths:

4
Full Baths:

3
Half Baths:

1
Main Level Baths:

1.00
Main Level Half Baths:

1
Upper Level Full Baths:

3
Upper Level Total Baths:

3
Upper Level Total Baths:

3.00
Upper Level Full Baths:

3

The Listing

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Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Central A/C
Central Air:

Yes
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Hot Water, Zoned
Heating Fuel:

Oil

Utilities

Sewer/Septic:

On Site Septic
Hot Water:

Oil
Water Source:

Well

Appliances

Appliances:

Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven - Double, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Wall, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer

Schools

School District Name:

Pleasant Valley
School District Source:

Listing Agent

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Not In Developement
Senior Community:

No
Exterior Features:

Outbuilding(s)
Pool:

Yes - Personal
Pool Features:

In Ground, Heated
HOA:

No
Condo/Coop Association:

No

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

4
Garage:

Yes
Garage Features:

Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Garage - Front Entry
Garage Spaces:

4.00
Type of Parking:

Attached Garage, Driveway
Parking Features:

Asphalt Driveway
# of Attached Garage Spaces:

4

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,850,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$9,906
Taxes	$2,159
Insurance	$508
Utilities	$362 See report
Total	$12,935/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
9/21/24 Sep 21, 2024	Price Changed	BRIGHT	$1,850,000	-7.5%
8/16/24 Aug 16, 2024	Price Changed	BRIGHT	$2,000,000	11.1%
6/3/24 Jun 3, 2024	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$1,800,000

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