2885 MILL RD, Doylestown, PA 18902
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2885 MILL RD, Doylestown, PA 18902
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Jill Babnew / Mike Friedman

Jill Babnew / Mike Friedman

+1(215) 805-6688
Listed by Angie Haug • Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
$ 1,650,000
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2885 MILL RD Doylestown, PA 18902

4 Beds

5 Baths

4,381 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 4,381 sqft

Price per Sqft $376

Subdivision None Available

MLS Listing ID PABU2116514

Style Converted Barn

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 2

HOA Y/N N

Abv Grd Liv Area 4,115

Year Built 1805

Available Date 2026-04-06

Annual Tax Amount $11,806

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 10.000 Acres

Acres 10.0

Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00

Property Sub-Type Detached

Source BRIGHT

Property Description

Set quietly within the pastoral landscape of Buckingham Township, Forebay is a rare and compelling example of Bucks County's architectural heritage—an early nineteenth-century Pennsylvania forebay bank barn thoughtfully reimagined for modern living. Constructed circa 1805, the barn once served the surrounding mill community, its elevated form designed for both function and endurance. For generations, it stood overlooking the valley and nearby Watson Creek, a defining element of the Spring Valley landscape. In 1955, renowned Bucks County master craftsman Luther Nash undertook the original conversion of the structure into a residence, preserving its architectural integrity while introducing a new chapter of life within its stone walls. Subsequent expansions and updates have enhanced the home while honoring its historic character. Today, Forebay unfolds across more than 4,000 square feet, where the craftsmanship of another era remains vividly present. Hand-hewn American chestnut beams, pegged construction, and exposed, re-pointed fieldstone walls rise to meet soaring ceilings, while skylights and deep-set windows within 18-inch stone walls draw natural light into every space. The reimagined bank entrance, approached by cobblestone pavers and framed by a Dutch door, opens to interiors rich in texture and warmth. Mercer tile floors, a commanding fieldstone fireplace, and thoughtfully connected living spaces create an atmosphere that is both refined and inviting. The kitchen is designed for contemporary living, offering a 5-burner gas cooktop, copper prep sink, custom cabinetry, and generous workspace, all set against the backdrop of deep window sills and views of the surrounding landscape. Bathrooms throughout the home have been tastefully updated, blending modern comfort with timeless materials. A defining feature of the home is its seamless connection to the outdoors. With access to the exterior from every level, the living experience extends naturally into the landscape. A wall of glass opens to a screened porch and four-season room, while the covered patio below creates an exceptional setting for entertaining. Here, the property reveals its full expression—a summer kitchen, hot tub, shuffleboard court, curated gardens, and an antique stone paddock thoughtfully integrated into the design. The grounds unfold into rolling lawns and woodland, where Watson Creek meanders quietly through the property, leading to a nearby historic stone bridge. Modern systems provide peace of mind, including a whole-house generator, 7-zone heating system, updated electrical, water treatment systems, comprehensive security system, a heated workshop and newer roof. All just moments from the cultural destinations of Doylestown and New Hope, yet set within a landscape that feels timeless, Forebay offers a rare opportunity to inhabit a place where history, architecture, and lifestyle exist in perfect balance.

Location

State PA

County Bucks

Area Buckingham Twp (10106)

Zoning R1

Rooms

Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Mud Room, Other, Office, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath, Screened Porch

Basement Full, Improved, Outside Entrance, Partially Finished, Walkout Level

Main Level Bedrooms 2

Interior

Interior Features 2nd Kitchen, Additional Stairway, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Built-Ins, Exposed Beams, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Studio, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors

Hot Water Oil

Heating Hot Water

Cooling Central A/C

Flooring Hardwood, Tile/Brick

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Stone, Wood

Inclusions Washer/Dryer, Refrigerators (2), Hot Tub, Whole House Generator, Two Propane Tanks.

Fireplace Y

Heat Source Oil

Laundry Main Floor

Exterior

Exterior Feature Balcony, Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)

Parking Features Additional Storage Area, Oversized, Other

Garage Spaces 7.0

Water Access Y

View Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods

Accessibility None

Porch Balcony, Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)

Total Parking Spaces 7

Garage Y

Building

Lot Description Open, Partly Wooded, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Stream/Creek

Story 3.5

Foundation Stone

Above Ground Finished SqFt 4115

Sewer On Site Septic

Water Well

Architectural Style Converted Barn

Level or Stories 3.5

Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade

New Construction N

Schools

Elementary Schools Buckingham

Middle Schools Holicong

High Schools Central Bucks High School East

School District Central Bucks

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 06-010-152

Ownership Fee Simple

SqFt Source 4381

Special Listing Condition Standard

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