720 SWEDESFORD ROAD, Lower Gwynedd, PA 19002

$5,390,000 Asking Price

4 beds
7 baths
6,920  sqft

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!


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Additional Stairway,Attic,Bar,Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Combination Dining/Living,Combination Kitchen/Dining,Combination Kitchen/Living,Dining Area,Double/Dual Staircase,Efficiency,Elevator,Exposed Beams,Family Room Off Kitchen,Floor Plan - Open,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Eat-In,Kitchen - Gourmet,Kitchen - Island,Kitchen - Table Space,Pantry,Recessed Lighting,Sauna,Skylight(s),Soaking Tub,Upgraded Countertops,Walk-in Closet(s),Studio,Wet/Dry Bar,WhirlPool/HotTub,Window Treatments,Wine Storage,Wood Floors
Rooms:
Dining Room,Sitting Room,Kitchen,Den,Breakfast Room,Exercise Room,Great Room,In-Law/auPair/Suite,Mud Room,Office,Media Room
Appliances:
Built-In Microwave,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Dryer,Energy Efficient Appliances,Exhaust Fan,Freezer,Icemaker,Microwave,Oven - Double,Oven - Self Cleaning,Oven - Wall,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Water Heater,Washer
Laundry:
Upper Floor
Basement:
Improved,Interior Access,Partial,Partially Finished,Poured Concrete
Flooring:
Hardwood,Wood,Stone
A/C:
Central A/C
Heating:
Y, Baseboard - Electric,Forced Air,Hot Water,Radiant,Programmable Thermostat,Zoned, Electric
Fireplace:
Gas/Propane,Mantel(s),Stone,Wood, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 4
Disability Feature:
48"+ Halls,Elevator

Exterior

General:
BBQ Grill,Extensive Hardscape,Exterior Lighting,Outbuilding(s),Play Area,Secure Storage,Sport Court,Stone Retaining Walls,Tennis Court(s),Other,Gutter System, Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Colonial,Farmhouse/National Folk
Parking:
Circular Driveway,Private

Construction

Roofing:
Shake
Windows:
Double Pane,Energy Efficient,Insulated
General:
Stone, 2, Stone,Concrete Perimeter

Location

Originating MLS:
BRIGHT_MAIN
School District:
WISSAHICKON
County:
MONTGOMERY

Lot

Zoning:
AA1, 39-00-04162-002
View:
Courtyard,Creek/Stream,Garden/Lawn,Panoramic,Pasture,Scenic Vista,Trees/Woods,Water
Fencing:
Partially,Masonry/Stone,Split Rail,Other

Utilities

Utilities:
Cable TV,Phone Available,Phone Connected,Propane,Water Available, 440 Volts,Generator
Water:
Public
Sewer:
On Site Septic

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN
Exclusions:
See Listing Agent

This listing courtesy of:
Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty, Cary Simons

About Ambler, PA

Housing

Number of Units
14,241
Median Home Value
$467,696
Median Rent
$1,270

25.87% of housing units are renter occupied.

4.42% are vacant.

Commute

Car
54.75%
Public Transportation
3.06%
Walk to Work
1.82%
Work from Home
40.08%
Other
0.21%

The median travel time to work is 18 minutes.

People

Population
35,681
Median Age
43.90
Median Household Size
2.83

Education

High School
16.63%
Associate’s Degree
6.49%
Bachelor’s Degree
35.75%
Graduate Degree
26.97%

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