$1,299,000
215 E Dark Hollow Rd, Pipersville, PA 18947
Listed by Gina Spaziano Real Estate & Concierge Services
Perched 300 feet above the winding Tinicum riverbed, this 6,200-square-foot architectural masterpiece sits on 13 acres surrounded by 91 acres of preserved land. It is a study in contrasts—a seamless marriage of grounded permanence and ethereal transparency. Originally conceived in 1987 by architect Warren Beltz and fully revitalized with state-of-the-art systems, the estate feels less like a traditional house and more like a sensory vessel, shifting fluidly from the raw weight of the earth to the weightlessness of the open sky. The journey begins a third of a mile off the main road, past a remotely activated contemporary gate that acts as your first threshold to total seclusion. As the long private drive unfolds, it builds a quiet anticipation that culminates at the front entrance. Here, massive chiseled local slate steps—each individual block weighing a staggering ton—anchor the structure firmly into the cliffside. On the southern exposure, this geological theme echoes outward into a stone amphitheater overlooking the water, transforming the landscape into a functional piece of land art that doubles as an acoustic and meditative sanctuary. Stepping inside, the home opens into a breathtaking Great Room defined by 20-foot ceilings and expansive floor-to-ceiling glass that dissolves the boundary between the interior and the river valley below. To counteract the vastness of the scale, the layout relies on zonal intimacy. Mid-century-inspired sunken living rooms, a step-down fireplace area, and sweeping 20-foot curtains create a cocoon of warmth. The interior walls follow a fluid, organic, curvilinear path designed to trace the sun's natural East-to-West transit, guiding you effortlessly through the home's three distinct living spaces, dedicated entertainment rooms, and quiet work-from-home offices. Ascending to the second level, which houses five bedrooms in total, the primary suite serves as a private observatory. Dual walk-in closets maintain a minimalist sense of order, while a 10-foot sliding glass door pulls you outward onto a private 15-foot suspended deck, hanging high above the riverbed where the breeze and sounds of the water become part of the room's atmosphere. As the day fades, the architecture performs its most magical trick: it pivots toward the Northwest. This wing of the home transitions you away from the high-energy river views and into the dappled, quiet seclusion of the surrounding forest. Fully glazed doors and walls turn the house into a glowing lantern at night. Without the glare of the sun, leaving the curtains open invites the moonlight to dance across the curved interior walls, transforming the forest canopy into a living, silver-and-black mural. It is a space deliberately crafted to help you unplug, offering a rare brand of quiet luxury that forces a complete mental shift from the outside world. Complementing the main residence is a fully climate-controlled, heated and air-conditioned four-car garage built to shelter an automotive collection. Resting just above it is a generous 1,200-square-foot, open-concept one-bedroom loft apartment. Fitted with its own structural glazing and modern amenities, it provides an entirely independent, private haven for guests or staff, ensuring the entire compound functions with effortless sophistication.
How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2026 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000 |
Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.
Estimated value
$2,291,000
Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.
Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Bucks County assessment ratio, and this home's own February 2022 sale grown with the local market, weighted toward the current asking price.
| Address | Closed | Sale price | Bd/Ba | Sqft | Adjusted value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 174 SMITHTOWN RD, PIPERSVILLE, PA 18947 | January 2026 | $1,300,000 | 5/3 | 6,127 | $1,341,531 |
| 6 BRIDGE ONE LANE, PIPERSVILLE, PA 18947 | September 2026 | $2,750,000 | 6/3 | 5,640 | $2,986,353 |
| 6 BRIDGE ONE LN, PIPERSVILLE, PA 18947 | December 2024 | $2,750,000 | 5/3 | 5,640 | $3,190,800 |
| 395 HOLLOW HORN RD, PIPERSVILLE, PA 18947 | August 2025 | $2,600,000 | 4/4 | 5,800 | $2,632,954 |
| 354 CAFFERTY RD, PIPERSVILLE, PA 18947 | June 2026 | $1,725,000 | 4/4 | 5,307 | $1,790,798 |
| 260 CAFFERTY RD, PIPERSVILLE, PA 18947 | May 2026 | $2,600,000 | 4/3 | 7,486 | $2,210,297 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| February 2022 | Sold | $1,000,000 |
From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.
Estimated at current rates
$17,229 / year
≈ $1,436 per month
MLS shows (2026)
$17,557
-1.9% at current rates
School tax
PALISADES · 120.40 mills (2025-26)
$13,084
County tax
Bucks County · 29.65 mills (2026)
$3,222
Municipal tax
As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality
$923
Recomputed from the county assessment ($108,670, 1972 base year) × current millage. School millage is from the latest year certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (2025-26); districts adopt the next year's budgets each June, and we update when the state certifies the statewide file in the fall. Portals typically reprint the recorded 2026 bill. Pennsylvania does not reassess on sale. Estimate only. Verify with Bucks County before relying on it. Learn more: PA property tax calculator · Common Level Ratio by county.
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$14,714/mo
Taxes use NookLocal's estimate at current millage rates, not the stale figure on the MLS. The default rate is the average 30-year rate as of July 2026; insurance is estimated at 0.35% of the price per year. Below 20% down, lenders usually add mortgage insurance, which this estimate doesn't include. Estimate only; verify before relying on it.
School district
Palisades
2025 PA state assessments (PSSA / Keystone) and graduation data. The index measures student outcomes, not school effectiveness, and is not adjusted for demographics. Districts serve all residents; verify enrollment boundaries with the district.
Safety data
Bucks County crime & safety numbers →
County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.
Property taxes
Bucks County taxes, explained →
Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.
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