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4 Beds
3 Baths
1,832 SqFt
SOLD DATE : 04/22/2020
Key Details
Sold Price $185,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,832 sqft
Price per Sqft $100
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID PABK353690
Sold Date 04/22/20
Style Cabin/Lodge,Cottage
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,832
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1910
Annual Tax Amount $1,466
Tax Year 2020
Lot Size 0.380 Acres
Acres 0.38
Lot Dimensions 140 x 120
Property Description
Not your great grandfather's cabin. Saying this property is unique might be the understatement of the year. I am calling this a luxury cabin. It sits just north of Shartlesville above Route 78 up N Northkill Rd. Northkill Rd ends in a cul-de-sac like parking area that is the beginning of the Sand Spring Trail. Just 1.5 miles up that trail takes you to the Appalachian Trail. The cabin sits on the east side of N Northkill Rd along with several other cabins and bungalows. On the west side runs the Northkill Creek, which, I am told, has over 3,000 naturally raised trout. I am also told that two black bears were taken close by within the past year. The Lowe Trail also borders the creek. The cabin sits adjacent to Pennsylvania State Gameland District 110, which is part of the vast 30,000+ acre Weiser State Forest of which over 10,000 acres are used for hiking and 5,000 for hunting. There are also great snowmobile and horseback riding trails throughout the forest. Do a google search, and you will be amazed at the natural beauty that lies to the north of Berks County. All this beauty can be at your doorstep if you make this cabin yours. Now about the cabin The public record states the cabin was established in 1910, but the owner says the locals told him it was built in the 1950s. The main level has a living room with patio doors leading to the front deck. The country kitchen is large and has a breakfast bar, fans, sky tubes, and an excellent array of appliances. It is undoubtedly the center of the home. Just off the kitchen are a full bath and laundry, bedroom with its bathroom, and two other bedrooms. The second floor has an efficiency apartment featuring a kitchenette, full bath, sitting area, doors leading to the rear deck, and front balcony, and there is still space for a double bed. It may be possible to use the cabin or part of it as an Air BnB or VRBO. If you are interested in the rental prospect, you will have to check with Upper Bern Township regarding their ordinances. The basement is partially block, concrete, and natural stone. The cabin was built right into the natural contour of the land. There is a spring-fed stream in the front of the property that is a tributary to the creek. The home has propane forced air heat and a wood or coal stove backup alternate system. There are two garages that you can park cars in, and there is still ample storage. If you are a hunter, hiker, camper, landscape or wildlife photographer, or you just want to get away, grab your checkbook and gear because the start of your adventure is now available for purchase.
Location
State PA
County Berks
Area Upper Bern Twp (10228)
Zoning RESIDENTIAL
Direction West
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Efficiency (Additional), Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Basement Full, Sump Pump, Outside Entrance
Main Level Bedrooms 4
Interior
Interior Features 2nd Kitchen, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Efficiency, Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Country, Primary Bath(s), Solar Tube(s), Water Treat System
Hot Water Electric
Heating Forced Air, Baseboard - Electric
Cooling None
Equipment Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Dryer
Appliance Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Dryer
Heat Source Propane - Leased, Wood, Coal
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony, Deck(s)
Parking Features Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry
Garage Spaces 2.0
Water Access N
View Creek/Stream, Trees/Woods
Roof Type Metal,Shingle
Accessibility None
Porch Balcony, Deck(s)
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Backs to Trees, Partly Wooded, Stream/Creek, Trees/Wooded
Story 1.5
Foundation Block
Sewer On Site Septic
Water Well
Architectural Style Cabin/Lodge, Cottage
Level or Stories 1.5
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
High Schools Hamburg Area
School District Hamburg Area
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 28-4454-00-12-9331
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Financing Cash,Conventional
Special Listing Condition Standard
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