Posted on Sun, May. 11, 2008
$1,100,000
Lumberville
3658 River Rd.
Taxes: $6,304
Dating from the 1740s, this fieldstone house features a walk-in fireplace in the living room, the original random-width pine floors, and panoramic river views from every room. There are four bedrooms, two updated bathrooms, and a country kitchen with exposed beams.
Pros: Two outdoor terraces, plus a spacious yard. A detached two-story garage has a walk-out space with French doors that could be converted to a studio or guest quarters.
Cons: Colonial-era spiral staircases could be a tough climb.
Broker: Lisa James Otto, Lisa James Otto Country Properties; 215-862-2626, Ext. 215.
$995,000
Lumberville
3755 River Rd.
Taxes: $6,947
Featured along with this four-bedroom, 21/2-bath house are a beautifully landscaped backyard with a multi-level brick courtyard and terrace, plus gardens, a koi pond, and a swimming pool. Several rooms offer glimpses of the Delaware.
Pros: The sunlit, well-appointed kitchen has a breakfast area. There are three fireplaces.
Cons: The property has no garage, and there is parking space for just two cars.
Broker: Lisa Frushone, Lisa James Otto Country Properties; 215-862-2626, Ext. 238.
$485,000
Lumberville
3673 River Rd.
Taxes: $4,509
This little charmer features a front porch with river views, an updated galley kitchen, random-width plank floors, and three bedrooms. The nice-sized, terraced backyard has a secluded feeling and backs onto 80 acres of preserved land.
Pros: The 21-by-25-foot master bedroom is spacious and sunny. The property includes a one-car attached garage.
Cons: There is only one bathroom.
Broker: Mary Walrond, Lisa James Otto Country Properties; 215-862-2626, Ext. 217.