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Listing description

Perched atop over ten picturesque acres in Rapho Township, this extraordinary one-of-a-kind log home offers a rare blend of history, craftsmanship, privacy, and natural beauty. Originally constructed with hand-carved 18th-century logs and beams, the residence was meticulously relocated from the Mahantango Valley and thoughtfully rebuilt to preserve its timeless character while embracing modern comfort. Featured in Early American Life and Country Gardens magazines, the property is a remarkable showcase of authentic architectural heritage set amid sweeping farmland and meadow views. Rich with warmth and authenticity, the home offers an atmosphere that feels both historic and timeless. Original hand-hewn logs, exposed beams, pumpkin pine flooring, antique doors, vintage hardware, and period details throughout create a remarkable sense of character. Soft candle-style wall sconces throughout the residence further enhance the home's Early American ambiance, complementing the handcrafted architectural elements and creating a warm, inviting glow. Multiple living and gathering spaces provide flexibility for both everyday living and entertaining, while two wood-burning fireplaces serve as stunning focal points that reinforce the home's historic charm and cozy appeal. The gourmet kitchen blends modern luxury with period-inspired character, featuring premium Viking appliances including a never-used 48-inch Viking Tuscany range, abundant workspace, and beautiful views of the surrounding property. The home offers four spacious bedrooms and four full baths, including two private suites on the second floor and two charming third-floor bedrooms with vaulted ceilings. A well-appointed lower level offers additional living space, complete with a family room, full bath, and a second kitchen equipped with a range, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator. Throughout the home, large windows with window seats showcase panoramic views of the meadows, gardens, and surrounding countryside. Outside, the property unfolds into a gardener's paradise. Professionally designed landscaping surrounds the home with natural stone pathways, continuously blooming perennial gardens, vegetable and rose gardens, a charming chicken coop, and a breathtaking waterfall pond enhanced with upgraded lighting, filtration, and automatic water replenishment systems. Antique stone pillars, gates, troughs, and outbuildings are thoughtfully incorporated throughout the grounds. Two streams—Little Chiques Creek and Brubaker Run—border the property, enhancing its peaceful setting. The 10.02-acre property consists of three combined parcels. Portions of the acreage are also tillable, offering flexibility for agricultural use and reduced lawn maintenance. Significant recent improvements further enhance the property's value and stewardship, including extensive tree removal and woodland management, conversion of meadows into lush lawn areas across approximately five acres, installation of matching gutter guards, and comprehensive well system upgrades including a newly fracked residential well, new well pump, booster pump, and whole-house filtration system. The property also benefits from two geothermal heat pump systems, separate wells for household and irrigation use, and enrollment in Clean & Green. Offering exceptional privacy while remaining conveniently located just minutes from major highways, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, this remarkable estate provides easy access to Lancaster City, Lititz, Hershey, and Harrisburg, while presenting a rare opportunity to own a piece of Pennsylvania history. A truly irreplaceable property where historic character, natural beauty, and modern convenience come together in perfect harmony.

Rooms by level

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

  1. Lower level1 full bath
  2. Upper level2 bedrooms · 2 full baths
  3. Upper level 22 bedrooms · 1 full bath

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4 full
Living area
3,220 sq ft
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central A/C

Property & construction

Property type
Residential · Detached
Architectural style
Farmhouse/National Folk
Year built
1800

Lot & parking

Lot size
10.02 acres (436,471 sq ft)

Financial

Price / sq ft
$466
HOA dues
None

Listing details

MLS #
PALA2090684
County
Lancaster County
School district
Manheim Central
Days on NookLocal
51 days

Interior features

Appliances
Built-In Microwave, Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer, Dryer
Interior features
2nd Kitchen, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, Chair Railings, Exposed Beams, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Water Treat System, Window Treatments, and 1 more
Fireplace
2
Fireplace type
Wood
Basement
Daylight, Partial, Full, Walkout Level
Laundry
Basement
Levels
2.5
Accessibility
None
Security
Smoke Detector

Exterior & construction

Construction
Log
Roof
Metal
Foundation
Block
Exterior features
Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Outbuilding(s), Sidewalks, Water Falls
Patio & porch
Enclosed, Patio(s), Porch(es), Brick, Screened, Balcony
Windows
Wood Frame

Systems & utilities

Heating fuel
Geo-thermal
Cooling fuel
Geothermal
Hot water
60+ Gallon Tank, Other
Water source
Well
Sewer
On Site Septic

Parking

Parking
Driveway
Total spaces
4
Driveway spaces
4

Community

Subdivision
JAMESFIELD MANOR

Lot & zoning

Lot features
Stream/Creek, Private, Open, Landscaping, Front Yard, Cleared
Zoning
RESIDENTIAL

Included in the sale

Inclusions
See Bright MLS documents
Exclusions
See Bright MLS documents
Possession
Settlement

Price history

DateEventPrice
Jul 2, 2026Listed for sale$1,500,000

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 taxes

Estimated at current rates

$6,062 / year

$505 per month

MLS shows (2026)

$6,061

School tax

MANHEIM CENTRAL · 17.14 mills (2025-26)

$4,671

County tax

Lancaster County · 3.20 mills (2026)

$872

Municipal tax

As recorded for 2026, varies by municipality

$518

Assessment note: this home is assessed at $272,500, well below the ~$750,000 its asking price implies at Lancaster County's common level ratio (50.0%). A sale near asking can invite a school-district assessment appeal that could raise the bill by roughly $9,714/year. Factor that into an offer.

Recomputed from the county assessment ($272,500, 2018 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 Lancaster County before relying on it. Learn more: PA property tax calculator · Common Level Ratio by county.

Estimated monthly payment calculator

$300,000 (20%)
6.43%

Loan term

Estimated monthly payment

$8,472/mo

Principal & interest
$7,530
Property taxes (current rates)
$505
Home insurance (est.)
$438

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

Manheim Central

Academic index
58.4/100
Graduation rate
91.1%
PSSA ELA proficient
50%
PSSA Math proficient
42.5%

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

Lancaster County crime & safety numbers →

County figures from FBI and Pennsylvania source data.

Property taxes

Lancaster County taxes, explained →

Millage, the Common Level Ratio, and what changes after you buy.

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IDX listings are displayed pursuant to broker of record United Real Estate Strive 212, Frank Ramos, Broker/Owner, PA Broker License RM424345, 1220 Broadcasting Rd, Suite 201, Wyomissing, PA 19610, (610) 372-0212.

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Data last updated: August 22, 2026 at 2:12 PM EDT

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