2744 RIVER RD New Hope, PA 18938

Created to take advantage of the panoramic river views, this understated yet elegant 7 year old farmhouse style home is in total synch with it's Bucks County environs. A long drive between the canal & the river through 13 acres of park-like fields & woods leads you to the stone & stucco house on the river's edge. Designed by locally renowned architect, Lynn Taylor, the exterior of the home features a large rocking chair porch overlooking the serene countryside to the front & a bluestone patio/veranda overlooking the river out back. Once inside, you will find warm mahogany floors both upstairs & down, 9 foot ceilings, wainscotting generously applied, built-in shelving & cabinetry. The designer kitchen features a Wolf range, a Sub-Zero refrigerator & beautiful granite countertops. A breakfast room overlooking the river awaits you & a relaxing cup of coffee. A unique stone surround leads to the great room with a stone fireplace & a wall of windows & doors viewing the water. The large dining room takes full advantage of the river views as well as the sweeping lawn. The partially finished basement makes a terrific rec room/media room. The master bedroom features walk-in closets & a luxurious tiled bathroom. Over the garage is a great room for a man cave or for the youngsters when the grownups want some quiet time. All above grade living space is built above the flood plain as are the utilities & there is a whole house generator. There is another detached 2 car garage with the most charming 2 room guest or caretaker's quarters on the second floor & a shed for the tractor & lawn equipment. Adjacent to the property is 27 acres of wooded park. Enjoy bike rides along the towpath, walks on wooded trails, kayaking on the river, badminton on the lawn or sitting on the veranda watching the river run all on your own piece of paradise. A fabulous property for entertaining friends & family. Property taxes are very reasonable! All this just 3 minutes from New Hope with easy access to Princeton, Philadelphia & New York. Flood insurance is a very reasonable $671/yr as the home is elevated.