7 Beds
4 Baths
7,132 SqFt
7 Beds
4 Baths
7,132 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Coming Soon
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 7,132 sqft
Price per Sqft $434
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID PACT2136084
Style Manor
Bedrooms 7
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 7,132
Year Built 1858
Available Date 2026-10-02
Annual Tax Amount $12,731
Tax Year 2026
Lot Size 2.400 Acres
Acres 2.4
Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Taylor himself is said to have overseen the construction of the home, a magnificent brick Italianate residence that he described as “large and stately, simple in its forms, without much ornament … expressive of strength and ornament.” More than 160 years later, Cedarcroft remains an exceptional example of its period, thoughtfully updated while retaining the character and grandeur that define this remarkable property.
The first floor features impressive 13-foot ceilings and a gracious Entry Hall anchored by a grand staircase leading to the upper levels. The spacious Living Room and Library—currently used as the Family Room—each feature handsome fireplaces, and are separated by a Billiards Room. The elegant Dining Room found at the end of the Foyer and off the Library, is highlighted by another beautiful fireplace.
The well-appointed Kitchen is conveniently accessible from both the Entry Hall and Dining Room and features a comfortable Breakfast Area. Just beyond the Kitchen, the back hall provides access to a Pantry and Powder Room. A spacious Mud Room is located adjacent to the Kitchen and offers a practical transition to the attached two-car garage, providing exceptional convenience for everyday living.
The second level features a spacious Primary Suite with fireplace, private bath accessible from both the bedroom and second floor landing, and a generous walk-in closet and dressing area. Through the dressing area is another large bedroom with its own fireplace. Five additional bedrooms provide exceptional flexibility, with several offering the opportunity to be opened up and reconfigured into larger spaces. The second floor also includes three bathrooms.
A charming Tower, accessed from the second level, offers a unique retreat with its own mini-split system. Whether envisioned as a private reading room, creative studio, or simply a quiet place to take in the views, this distinctive space invites the imagination.
The third floor includes an additional bedroom and storage rooms, as well as the air-handling equipment serving the home's central air-conditioning and heating system.
The basement is accessed from the garage and includes a root cellar with tremendous potential for restoration into a spectacular wine cellar—an opportunity befitting a home of this stature.
The current owner has undertaken extensive updates to the property's systems, including a new roof, updated electrical, installation of a geothermal heating and cooling system, and connection to public water and sewer, providing modern infrastructure while preserving the home's historic character.
Set on 2.3 picturesque acres within the highly regarded Unionville-Chadds Ford School District, Cedarcroft represents a rare opportunity to own not simply a historic home, but a genuine piece of American literary history. Properties of this stature and significance rarely come to market, making Cedarcroft an extraordinary offering for the discerning buyer who appreciates architecture, history, and the enduring legacy of a truly remarkable home.
Location
State PA
County Chester
Area East Marlborough Twp (10361)
Zoning R10
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Library, Breakfast Room, Other, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom
Basement Full
Interior
Hot Water Electric
Cooling Central A/C, Geothermal, Ductless/Mini-Split
Flooring Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 5
Fireplace Y
Heat Source Electric, Geo-thermal
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Water Access N
Accessibility None
Garage N
Private Pool No
Building
Story 3
Foundation Brick/Mortar
Above Ground Finished SqFt 7132
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Manor
Level or Stories 3
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings,Plaster Walls
New Construction N
Schools
School District Unionville-Chadds Ford
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 61-05 -0139
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 7132
Special Listing Condition Standard
Nearby Locations
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