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c. 1783 Carriage House
Hatboro, Pennsylvania 19040
Bishop Burns Historic Carriage Hourse/Spring House
Priceless Panorama! Fabulous water & nature views permeate this enchanting c.1783 Montgomery County, "Bishop Burns" Carriage House & Spring House perched on the hillside among towering trees and a sweeping meadow; sited on 1.34 acre parcel in the heart of Hatboro Borough; highlighted by premium wood trims, exposed stone and hand-hewn open beamed ceilings. Endless special touches and uncompromising quality confirm this home to be an investment that will bring many happy returns.
Totally renovated; quality appointed inside/outside in 1996 blending masterful, traditional styling with an assortment of up-to-date amenities and beautiful modern open space. Main entry via mullioned-glass double doors that lead to front-to-back Living/Dining Room Combo, accented by brick hearth f/p with custom wood mantel and w/b stove insert, recessed lights and hardwoods.
Main level back wall has been opened by large floor-to-ceiling windows bringing breathtaking views of nature indoors. Custom Granite kitchen boasts imported cabinetry; hardwood floors, built-in desk, pantry, designer sink with G/D, built-in appliances and a generous island--perfect for entertaining. Powder room adjoins Kitchen & completes main level.
Upper Level hall Laundry and two spacious Bedrooms with large windows, hardwood floors, spacious walk-in closets with built-in shelves. Main bedroom features sit area; second bedroom features plant shelf--both have 9.5' ceilings. Ceramic tiled Main Bath is both fashionable and functional with oversized French pedestal sink, large mirror w/theatrical lighting and glass-door shower with German fixtures and a marble sill.
Lower Level stairway has open stairway/exposed stone walls and leads to a spacious walk-out Family/Home Office combo (can be configured to your need) with new Berber carpet, built-in flat screened TV and built-in fireplace (electric). Large powder room plumbed for shower addition. Blue Stone front patio; Side & Rear Deck, rear Brick patio, meandering walkways & more!
Whole house exterior painted 2012/13; Interior painted (most rooms) 2014--very neutral throughout. Gas (hot water) HVAC (3 zones), Central Air, prof designed landscaping & utility shed. Award winning Hatboro-Horsham Schools. Walk to town/public transportation. Minutes to PA Turnpike. Short commute to NJ & NY. Quality of Life Winner!
Totally renovated; quality appointed inside/outside in 1996 blending masterful, traditional styling with an assortment of up-to-date amenities and beautiful modern open space. Main entry via mullioned-glass double doors that lead to front-to-back Living/Dining Room Combo, accented by brick hearth f/p with custom wood mantel and w/b stove insert, recessed lights and hardwoods.
Main level back wall has been opened by large floor-to-ceiling windows bringing breathtaking views of nature indoors. Custom Granite kitchen boasts imported cabinetry; hardwood floors, built-in desk, pantry, designer sink with G/D, built-in appliances and a generous island--perfect for entertaining. Powder room adjoins Kitchen & completes main level.
Upper Level hall Laundry and two spacious Bedrooms with large windows, hardwood floors, spacious walk-in closets with built-in shelves. Main bedroom features sit area; second bedroom features plant shelf--both have 9.5' ceilings. Ceramic tiled Main Bath is both fashionable and functional with oversized French pedestal sink, large mirror w/theatrical lighting and glass-door shower with German fixtures and a marble sill.
Lower Level stairway has open stairway/exposed stone walls and leads to a spacious walk-out Family/Home Office combo (can be configured to your need) with new Berber carpet, built-in flat screened TV and built-in fireplace (electric). Large powder room plumbed for shower addition. Blue Stone front patio; Side & Rear Deck, rear Brick patio, meandering walkways & more!
Whole house exterior painted 2012/13; Interior painted (most rooms) 2014--very neutral throughout. Gas (hot water) HVAC (3 zones), Central Air, prof designed landscaping & utility shed. Award winning Hatboro-Horsham Schools. Walk to town/public transportation. Minutes to PA Turnpike. Short commute to NJ & NY. Quality of Life Winner!
3 Stories | |
Bedrooms | 2 |
Full Baths | 1 |
Half Baths | 2 |
Heated Sq. Ft. | 1,783 |
Acres | 1.3 |
Lot Size | 58,170 |
Features.
- 2nd Floor Laundry Room
- Bonus Room
- Dining room
- Finished Basement
- Kitchen
- Living room
- Walk out Basement
- Driveway - Paved
- Fenced Yard
- Patio
- Pond
- Porch
- Rear Deck
- Restored exterior
- Storage Building
- Storm Windows
- Built-in Bookcases
- Built-in Cabinets
- Ceramic Tile
- Fireplaces
- High Ceilings
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Wood floors
- Shingle Roof
- Central air
- City sewer
- City water supply
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Gas heating
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Water Heater - Gas
- Hand-hewn Beams
- Close to Train/Bus
- Low Utility
- Walk to Everything
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Archived in April, 2015
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