864 GRUBBS MILL RD
NEWTOWN SQUARE, PA 19073

$5,475,000

Beds: 3
Baths: 3 | 1
Sq. Ft.: 3,184
Type: House
Listing #PACT2115406
Rooted in the traditions of Chester County's early Quaker homesteads, this remarkable property dates to 1699 and is surrounded by hundreds of acres of conserved open space and walking trails. The main house has been thoughtfully reimagined to align with today's aesthetics while preserving its historic integrity and exceptional craftsmanship. The owner, a highly respected designer, carefully leveraged the home's orientation, long pastoral views, and abundant natural light to enhance the home's original architectural character. Original floors were refinished rather than replaced, reinforcing authenticity. Select walls were removed on the main level to create a more open and gracious flow. What was once a smaller kitchen and dining area has been joined to form a generous family room anchored by a striking, impeccably designed kitchen. Similarly, the former parlor and music room are now combined to create a bright and expansive living and dining space. The family entry--finished with large-format Belgian bluestone floors and custom cabinetry--elegantly doubles as an independent dining room for hosting larger gatherings. The second floor features three ensuite bedrooms. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet, a custom bath with steam shower and thoughtfully selected fixtures. Two additional bedrooms, each with their own bath and reach-in closets, retain their original fireplaces for charm and historical resonance. A traditional staircase leads to the third level--left unrenovated because the space was not needed by the current owners. With high ceilings, existing plumbing, and an expansive open footprint, it presents an ideal opportunity for an additional two bedrooms and bathroom as well as an adjoining sitting room. Attached to the three-car garage is a two-story stone barn built in 1804. The first floor is finished as a guest or au pair suite and the second floor, accessed by a separate entrance, is ready to be finished as another living suite. Further down the private drive, at the entrance of the property, is a beautifully renovated post-Civil war Victorian house which features five bedrooms and two and half bathrooms. A renovation of the third floor would offer three more bedrooms and another bath. Directly across Grubbs Mills Rd is the 102-acre Kirkwood Preserve with magnificent walking trails and unparalleled views of the surrounding horse farms and open fields. Completing the property is an extraordinary stone bank barn--among Chester County's most significant in both scale and architectural importance. The historic three level barn is ready for a creative renovation, while the finished lower level houses a renovated professional woodworking shop with heat and ac, studio lighting and 220V power. In every respect, this property has been transformed by its current stewards--artfully, carefully, and with deep reverence for both past and future. It is a rare and meaningful estate, and one the original owners would undoubtedly recognize with pride. Simply extraordinary.
Listing Courtesy of: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC (610) 615-5400
Property Features
Location Information
County: CHESTER-PA
Municipality: WILLISTOWN TWP
Latitude: 39.99082184
Longitude: -75.46470642
MLS Area: Willistown Twp (10354)
Subdivision: RADNOR HUNT
Directions: From 252 North...right on Goshen Road. Right on Grubbs Mill Road.
Interior Features
Interior: Bar, Built-Ins, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Crown Moldings, Kitchen - Island, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wainscotting, Wood Floors
Full Baths: 3
1/2 Baths: 1
Has Family Room: Yes
Has Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 8
Fireplace Description: Gas/Propane
Heating: Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central A/C, Electric
Floors: Hardwood
Laundry: Upper Floor
Water Heater: Multi-tank
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, WaterHeater, Range Hood
Basement Description: Unfinished
Has Basement: Yes
Accessibility: None
Exterior Features
Style: Carriage House, Contemporary, Converted Barn, Cottage, Farmhouse/National Folk
Is New Construction: No
Construction: Copper Plumbing, Stone, Wood Siding
Exterior: Stone Retaining Walls, Exterior Lighting
Foundation: Stone
Septic or Sewer: On Site Septic
Has Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Spaces: 3
Patio / Deck Description: Patio, Breezeway
Has a Pool: Yes
Pool Description: Heated, Saltwater
Is a Horse Property: Yes
Lot Features: Front Yard, Premium, Private, Adjoins - Open Space
Lot Size in Acres: 6.56
Lot Size in Sq. Ft.: 285,535
Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Garage Description: Covered Parking, Garage - Rear Entry
Has Waterfront: No
Has Water Access: No
View Description: Scenic Vista
School
School District: GREAT VALLEY
Additional Information
ListDate: 2026-01-06 00:00:00.0
Possession: Negotiable
Property Type: SFR
Property SubType: Detached
Levels: 3
Year Built: 1730
Status: Active
Active Adult Community: No
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Amount: $29,629
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Available For Lease: No
Square Feet Source: Estimated
Is A Condo: No


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