This stunning custom-built French Normandy estate is set on 5 private acres, backing to over 800 acres of preserved land within the Pennypack Trust. Originally designed as the personal residence of a renowned luxury builder, the home exemplifies exceptional craftsmanship, remarkable efficiency and extremely low property taxes. Secluded yet convenient, the property is just minutes from I-95 and the PA Turnpike, and only 5 minutes from shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences—offering the perfect balance of privacy and accessibility. The grand foyer features limestone floors, a coffered ceiling, and a double-sided gas fireplace shared with the formal dining room. The formal living room includes its own fireplace and French doors opening to a terrace ideal for elegant gatherings. The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream, with custom cabinetry, Calacatta marble countertops, hardwood floors, a spacious island, breakfast room with serene views, and a cozy hearth room with fireplace. Anchoring the main level, the two-story great room boasts a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and panoramic year-round views of the grounds. A private office and dual staircases complete this level.Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite features a sitting room, fireplace, multiple walk-in closets, a spa-inspired bath with double-headed shower, and private balcony overlooking the grounds. Three additional en-suite bedrooms and a conveniently located laundry room complete the upper floor. The finished lower level is perfect for entertaining, featuring a full bar, catering area, second kitchen, expansive seating and game spaces, a fifth bedroom with full bath, and a gym with glass walls offering stunning views that make you feel like you are exercising in nature. Outdoor living is exceptional, with expansive terraces overlooking peaceful, scenic grounds. A carriage house connected by a walkway with soaring 22' ceilings provides flexible space for an office, studio, or guest suite, with a three-car garage below—plus an attached four-car garage at the main residence.
Bryn Athyn is located in Pennsylvania. Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania 19009has a population of 1,126. Bryn Athyn 19009 is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 27% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 34.89%.
The median household income in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania 19009 is $117,727. The median household income for the surrounding county is $99,361 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Bryn Athyn 19009 is 44.7 years.
The average high temperature in July is 85.3 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 23.7 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 47.9 inches per year, with 16.3 inches of snow per year.
