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261 MAPLE AVENUE
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
MLS#: PABU2120608
$3,150,000
Property
Beds
4
Full Baths
2
1/2 Baths
1
Year Built
1895
Sq.Footage
3,544
Quietly elegant, strong in character but with a simpatico for all its strikingly beautiful elements, this American Queen Anne style home is singularly, one of Doylestown borough’s finest residences. Inherent architectural qualities are faithful and true in their character & traditional period details. Winner of the Stewardship Award, this marvelous property enjoys a coveted location, environment and rests on a splendid, rare half-acre in a fine neighborhood & surroundings. Built at a time of outstanding craftsmanship, pride in workmanship and a sense of balance to its unique refinements, which are rare today & easily savored. Beautifully accented stone & brick trimmings, tall chimneys, slate, copper roofs & intricate woodwork make this “a house like no other!” With respect for the past, maintaining & making improvements that go well beyond exceptional, it’s plain to see the benefits of commitment given to this “Grand Dame”. Much consideration and thought were made in its restoration and improvements. 10-foot ceilings, finely crafted woodwork, crown moldings, uncommon multipaned windows throughout + 4 finely accented fireplaces are only a few credits added to its personality. Exceptional pine floors, understated use of marble, stone, custom English lighting & plumbing fixtures & exquisite wall coverings contribute to understated aesthetics. Your first encounter is an inviting covered front porch. Fabricated with exceptional artistry, a solid mahogany door flanked by period gaslights is a portal opening to the foyer & stunning staircase enhanced by its striking newel post. Your eye is quickly drawn to a finely detailed pastel-leaded glass window and original panel doors throughout. The living room & banquet sized dining room with large bay window, oversized raised panel pocket doors add to the elegance. Bright & sunny, the adjacent breakfast area with built-in pantry is perfect for informal, relaxed dining. The kitchen with large center island has a definite European vibe with tall wrap around cabinetry complemented by arched glass pediments to display your pottery & memorabilia. Counters & backsplash are classic Correra marble. Appliances include Stainless Wolf Professional, Sub-Zero, and Asko. An adjacent family room with wrap around windows, exposed brick wall & heated honed stone floor includes a large French door looking on to a private side & rear yard oasis! The second floor provides an extraordinary suite of rooms, which includes a primary bedroom with a mantled fireplace, a sizeable walk-in closet with custom built-in storage. Indulge in the spectacular & luxurious marble bath offering a soaking tub, oversized shower & double vanity. An adjacent room with fireplace & built-in bookcase provides a potential additional bedroom. Convenient laundry room completes this floor. The third floor offers 3 spacious bedrooms with abundance of windows, a skylit sitting room, and a sensational bath. Detached guest suite/studio with full bath above the oversized 2 car garage enjoys same quality characteristics of the main residence. Inviting walkways, exceptional cut stone & brick serpentine walls, finely detailed artisan fencing surround & shelter the heated in-ground pool & spa. A whimsical gothic style children’s playhouse, gazebo, croquet court adds to the charm & mystique of this breathtaking, one-of-a-kind property. Neatly surrounded by mature trees, well planned professional landscaping, and perennial gardens to appreciate the ever-changing seasons. Enjoy the value of state-of-the-art wiring, plumbing, high efficiency zone heating and air conditioning. Natural gas for heating, pool, and generator. This spectacular home is located in fabulous Doylestown borough, an architectural feast with a myriad of striking 18th & 19th & early 20th century homes. Outstanding museums, a very active arts community, parks, restaurants & convenient shopping add to quality of life, making this one of America’s finest small towns!
Features & Amenities
Interior
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Other Interior Features
Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Crown Molding
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Total Bedrooms
4
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Bathrooms
2
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1/2 Bathrooms
1
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Above Grade Finished Area
3544.0
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Basement YN
YES
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Cooling YN
YES
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Cooling
Central Air, Electric
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Fireplace YN
YES
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Heating YN
YES
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Heating
Exhaust Fan, Natural Gas, Central, Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned, Heat Pump
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Pet friendly
N/A
Exterior
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Garage
Yes
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Garage spaces
2
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Construction Materials
Brick Veneer, Block, Brick, Frame, Glass, HardiPlank Type, Spray Foam Insulation, Stone
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Other Exterior Features
Lighting
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Parking
Oversized, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, On Street, Private, Gravel, Garage, Driveway, Detached
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Patio and Porch Features
Patio, Porch
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Pool
Yes
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Pool Features
Fenced, Filtered, Heated, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo, Private
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Waterfront YN
NO
Area & Lot
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Lot Features
Front Yard, Level, Private, Cleared, Back Yard
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Lot Size(acres)
0.57
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Lot Size(square feet)
25,000
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Property Type
Residential
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Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
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Architectural Style
Other
Price
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Sales Price
$3,150,000
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Tax Amount
$11,239
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Financing Options
Cash, Conventional
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Sq. Footage
3,544
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Price/SqFt
$888
HOA
-
Association
No
School District
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Elementary School
N/A
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Middle School
N/A
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High School
N/A
Property Features
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New Construction
NO
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Foundation Details
Block, Pillar/Post/Pier, Stone
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Senior Community YN
NO
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Sewer
Public Sewer
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Tax Lot
207
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Water Source
Public
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Listing Courtesy of Daniel J Leuzzi, Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
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