Active

720 Swedesford Rd

Lower Gwynedd PA, 19002

$5,390,000


$778.90 per sqft

Active

4 Beds

7 Baths

6,920 sqft

Residential

Built in 1742

Tunnel Farm is a stunning, jewel-box estate located in the heart of Montgomery County. Beautifully situated on 24 tranquil acres and surrounded by the permanently preserved 375+ Natural Lands Trust Gwynedd Wildlife Preserve. Enjoy state-of-the-art living with multiple residences and incredible recreational amenities in a peaceful country setting, yet close in proximity to everyday essentials and a short drive to center city! This quiet and serene property provides lush grounds, a beautiful pond, arboretum, organic vegetable garden, orchard, walking trails, world-class equestrian facilities and pickleball courts. In addition to the breathtaking main residence, the property also offers 2 additional residences, a bank barn, incredible indoor arena and more! Enjoy the resort-lifestyle without leaving home! The circa 1742 main residence is a gorgeous manor home which has recently undergone an extensive 3-year renovation and expansion by architects Archer & Buchanan and Casella Builders. The home has been reimagined by a designer with discerning taste and is the perfect blend of modern-day amenities and old-world charm. Rich in period details, such as exposed stone walls, barn-beamed ceilings, restored original fireplaces, antique mantel and stone floors. The stunning kitchen, by Blue Bell Kitchens, features gorgeous granite countertops and backsplashes, antique exposed beams, hardwood floors, top-of-the-line appliances and a retractable appliance bay that disappears into the countertop. The open floor plan flows into a cheerful breakfast room and custom bar area with zinc countertops. Completing this space is a cozy living room with a fireplace and peaceful pond views. Enjoy the integration of indoor and outdoor spaces with multiple outdoor seating areas with beautiful stone patios and covered porches, overlooking a serene pond and small walking bridge which leads to the pickleball courts. Also on the main level, a formal dining room, sleek home office with exquisite wood paneling and fireplace, a den with original stone fireplace, mudroom and powder room. Take the lovely sweeping staircase to the upper level to a magnificent main bedroom suite with exposed beams, private outdoor covered deck with pond views and walk-in closets. The sumptuous bathroom boasts a jetted slipper tub, mosaic marble floors, granite vanity with vessel sinks, wood-paneled alcove, Juliska lighting fixtures, granite steam shower, Sunlighten Infrared sauna, Toto sensor toilet and Smart Glass technology with privacy 'fog' at the click of a button. There are 3 additional lovely ensuite bedrooms, each with their own character and charm and gorgeous bathrooms. The 4th bedroom suite is complete with a large sitting room and private entrance, via a back staircase, perfect in-law or au pair suite! Finished lower level w/ fitness area and bathroom. The home also has an ELEVATOR. 3-car heated attached garage and 4th garage bay located in the bank barn. The exterior of the home is surrounded by a variety of specimen trees and pristine flower beds which are archived in photographs in the Smithsonian. The horse facilities are an equestrian's dream! Renovated 200-year-old bank barn in impeccable condition w/ 6 matted stalls, air conditioned feed room, bathroom & social room. Automatic waterers in stalls & fields. Extraordinary 200 x 86 custom-built indoor riding arena which features 24 electrically operated, oversized glass doors, Attwood Equestrian dust-free footing, 4' angled rider guard w/ mirrors, 2 wash stalls w/ hot/cold water, temperature-controlled tack/viewing room w/ kitchenette & bathroom. Two 5-stall shed rows for overflow horses w/ 2 tack rooms. All fields have access to 3 run-in sheds. Caretaker home attached to the barn 3 BR, 1 1/2 baths and guest house w/ 2 BR & 2 full baths. Whether you're looking for a family compound, country/nature retreat, resort lifestyle or state-of-the-art equestrian facilities, this property has it all!

PAMC2054666

MLS ID

October 8, 2022

Listed

February 21, 2025

Updated

Interior Features

Total Stories

2


Bedrooms

4


Total Bathrooms

7


Full Bathrooms

4


Half Bathrooms

3


Interior Features

Elevator, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Sauna, Bar, In-Law Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)


Appliances

Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Double Oven, Oven, Washer


Floor Description

Wood, Hardwood


Fireplace

Yes


Fireplace Description

Gas, Wood Burning


Cooling

Yes


Cooling Description

Central Air


Heating

Yes


Heating Description

Forced Air, Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiant, Zoned, Electric, Exhaust Fan

Exterior/Building Features

Lot Size

23.99 Acres


Exterior Features

Tennis Court(s), Balcony, Barbecue


Lot Features

Cleared, Wooded


Architectural Style

Colonial, Farmhouse/National Folk


Sewer

Septic Tank


Patio And Porch

Patio


Security

Security System, Smoke Detector(s)


Window

Skylight(s)

School Information

School District

WISSAHICKON

Other Property Details

Area Name

LOWER GWYNEDD TWP


Taxes

$16,117


Tax Frequency

Annually


Days on Market

468


Accessibility

Therapeutic Whirlpool


Garage

Yes


Garage Spaces

4


Parking

Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Attached, Detached


Parking Total

4


View

Yes


View Description

Water, Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods, Panoramic, Pasture


County

MONTGOMERY


Water Source

Public


Pool

No


Waterfront

Yes


Waterfront Features

Pond


Utilities

Propane


Zoning

Conservation Easement

Listed by Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
Listing Contact: 4844319019 

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