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Listing description

Sequestered at the end of a long drive through mature woodland, this enchanting estate is as unique as its location. The 12,000-square-foot home is nestled into a sun-dappled hillside, with vistas that blend harmoniously with its architectural design to create a living environment that is both distinctive and soothing. Built by Zaveta Custom Homes in 2002, the handsome stone-and-stucco manor is entered through an oversized, solid mahogany door. Inside, high ceilings, extra-wide crown molding, and thoughtful architectural details speak to the care and elegance of the interior design. A formal library boasts floor-to-ceiling bookcases, a rolling ladder, and a gas fireplace with a marble hearth. Bright and airy, arched entryways lead to the expansive living room, which features its own fireplace and access to the bluestone terrace. The formal dining room is large enough for holiday gatherings, while a butler’s pantry provides additional preparation and storage space. The floor plan flows naturally into the well-appointed kitchen, featuring radiant-heated floors, wood cabinetry, granite countertops, and top-of-the-line stainless-steel appliances. Gas cooking, double ovens, and a walk-in pantry will please even the most discerning chef. The breakfast room boasts a cathedral ceiling and a double-sided stone fireplace that also warms the adjacent sunroom. The open and airy first-floor primary suite is designed to soothe and pamper. The bedroom is warm and welcoming, with hardwood floors and access to a private balcony overlooking the woods and creek. Heated floors and a gas fireplace ensure a luxurious experience in the ensuite bath, complete with a frameless-glass steam shower and a soaking tub with a granite surround. Multiple walk-in closets include built-in organizers. Turned wood stairs lead to the second floor, where a large landing overlooks the foyer and includes a built-in China cabinet with interior lighting. The west wing includes two spacious bedrooms, each with dual closets, that share an updated hall bath. In the east wing, two additional bedrooms are connected by a shared bath, while two more rooms are suitable for use as offices, hobby spaces, or guest rooms. The expansive lower level provides additional finished living space. An open-sided corner fireplace adds both light and warmth to the recreation and game rooms. A built-in wood bar provides storage and preparation space for entertaining, while the den offers large windows and another gas fireplace. A carpeted hallway provides access to an exercise room, a wine cellar with a 2,500-bottle capacity, and a home theater complete with acoustic panels, a ceiling-mounted projector, and a 120-inch screen with velvet curtains. The lower level opens to a covered patio with an outdoor kitchen and built-in grill. From here, take the bluestone steps up to the terrace to enjoy views of the surrounding woodlands, or follow the stone path to the infinity pool. Surrounded by tall trees, the pool area features a firepit for chilly evenings and a picturesque shed nearby. A detached studio building is currently used as a home-based business, but its high ceilings, kitchenette, and full bath make it a flexible space suited to a variety of purposes. This intimate and rare Bucks County setting is a perfectly private oasis, just 90 minutes from New York City and Philadelphia and within easy driving distance of shopping, dining, and recreation. Briar Rose Manor is an elegant estate home, meticulously crafted and cared for to embody the ultimate in rural luxury.

Rooms by level

How the bedrooms and baths are distributed across the floors, as reported by the listing agent.

  1. Lower level1 half bath
  2. Main level1 bedroom · 1 full bath · 1 half bath
  3. Upper level4 bedrooms · 3 full baths
  4. Upper level 21 bedroom

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
4 full · 2 half
Living area
14,364 sq ft
Heating
Heat Pump - Gas BackUp
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Colonial
Year built
2002

Lot & parking

Lot size
8.94 acres (389,426 sq ft)
Garage
3 spaces

Financial

Price / sq ft
$223
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PABU2129400
County
Bucks County
School district
Palisades
Days on NookLocal
6 days

Interior features

Appliances
Central Vacuum, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Interior features
Attic, Bar, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Wood Floors, Wine Storage, Window Treatments, Wet/Dry Bar, Water Treat System, Walk-in Closet(s), Wainscotting, Sound System, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, and 17 more
Fireplace
7
Fireplace type
Double Sided, Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Marble, and 1 more
Basement
Fully Finished
Laundry
Main Floor
Levels
3
Accessibility
Elevator

Exterior & construction

Construction
Frame, Stucco, Stone
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Patio & porch
Terrace, Patio(s), Balcony
View
Creek/Stream, Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Other
Cooling fuel
Electric
Hot water
Propane
Water source
Well
Sewer
On Site Septic

Parking

Parking
Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
Garage type
Additional Storage Area, Built In, Garage - Side Entry, Garage - Rear Entry, and 2 more
Parking features
Circular Driveway
Total spaces
10
Driveway spaces
7

Community

Subdivision
NONE AVAILABLE

Lot & zoning

Lot dimensions
0.00 x 0.00
Zoning
RA

Included in the sale

Possession
Negotiable

Price history

DateEventPrice
Sep 4, 2026Listed for sale$3,200,000

Price changes are tracked from when NookLocal first indexed this listing; earlier history may not appear. Tax & assessment details are in the section below.

The NookLocal estimate

Estimated value

$3,014,000

Automated estimate, not an appraisal. Sale records through July 2026.

About this estimate

Based on 10 comparable sales nearby, the Bucks County assessment ratio, and this home's own April 2021 sale grown with the local market, weighted toward the current asking price.

Last sold
April 2021 for $1,800,000
About $2,370,440 in today's market
Current list price
$3,200,000
County assessment implies
$2,673,929
Est. property taxes at today's rates
$26,902/yr

Comparable Sales

AddressClosedSale priceBd/BaSqftAdjusted value
5895 RODGERS RD, PIPERSVILLE, PA 18947May 2026$3,550,0006/68,900$3,730,284
5 KNOWLES CREEK RD, NEW HOPE, PA 18938December 2024$6,900,0006/515,587$4,940,978
8 SHADY PINES DR, WARMINSTER, PA 18974October 2025$3,350,0006/612,771$2,921,160
6024 STOVERS MILL, DOYLESTOWN, PA 18902January 2025$650,0005/58,000$709,935
RD, DOYLESTOWN, PA 18902December 2025$1,980,0006/49,467$2,351,113
170 BUCKMANVILLE RD, NEW HOPE, PA 18938June 2025$2,905,0006/49,199$3,196,146

Sale history

DateEventPrice
April 2021Sold$1,800,000

From closed MLS and county deed records. Earlier transactions may exist.

Estimated taxes

Estimated at current rates

$23,742 / year

$1,979 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$23,742

School tax

PALISADES · 120.40 mills (2025-26)

$18,029

County tax

Bucks County · 29.65 mills (2026)

$4,440

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$1,273

Recomputed from the county assessment ($149,740, 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.

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$640,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$18,975/mo

Principal & interest
$16,063
Property taxes (current rates)
$1,979
Home insurance (est.)
$933

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.

Area statistics

School district

Palisades

Academic index
68.9/100
Graduation rate
91.2%
PSSA ELA proficient
61.7%
PSSA Math proficient
57.9%

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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Data last updated: September 9, 2026 at 8:24 PM EDT

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