465 E State St, Doylestown, PA 18901
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465 E State St,Doylestown, PA 18901
$2,600,000
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,552 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: brooke mary black, caryn m. black
Office: b&b luxury properties
MLS#:PABU2120210
Source:BRIGHTMLS
Price summary
- Price:$2,600,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$731.98
About this home
Steeped in Revolutionary-era history and set on over TWO acres, The John Fell House is one of the largest parcels in Doylestown Borough. This is a rare and remarkable property featuring a fully renovated and restored farmhouse with a permitted guest house, together totaling 7 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, and 5,500 square feet across both homes. Situated just moments from the heart of town, the property offers both walkable convenience and exceptional tranquility.
As part of the Fell family’s 18th-century holdings, this property is deeply tied to the region’s colonial past—during the summer of 1778, General George Washington stayed in this very house and the Continental Army camped on the grounds as they advanced from Valley Forge. Today, the home seamlessly blends the original 18th-century heritage with refined modern living and creates a lasting link to American history.
The original section of the home preserves the earliest craftmanship, featuring a dramatic living room with a 9-foot walk-in fireplace, exposed beams, restored stonework, and wide-plank floors. A thoughtful addition, executed by Jarret Vaughn, harmoniously blends old and new. The main level is designed for everyday living and entertaining and includes a custom chef’s kitchen, sunlit living spaces, walk-in pantry, powder room, welcoming foyer with sweeping staircase, and a sunken living room with walls of windows overlooking the spectacular gardens and grounds.
The home underwent a comprehensive renovation by Jarret Vaughn, with architecture by Period Architecture. New roof, new electrical, new plumbing, new everything - including a high-velocity central heating and cooling system with heat pumps. Smart home automation quietly controls lighting, blinds, and irrigation throughout, delivering modern ease without compromising the home’s historic soul.
The expanded layout includes 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, including a beautifully appointed primary suite with a spacious walk-in closet and sumptuous bath. The third-floor bedroom provides a second en-suite, with the remaining two bedrooms sharing a beautifully designed his-and-hers bathroom.
The separate guest house is fully permitted as a second residence and offers exceptional flexibility, with a full kitchen, expansive living room, 3 spacious bedrooms, and 2 full bathrooms, ideal for extended family, guests, a private office, or rental income.
A four-car garage with two new automatic openers offers significant covered parking and storage. Above it, a large bonus space with electricity is currently used as a gym, with the bones to finish into living space.
The captivating grounds are designed by award-winning Jerry Fritz of Linden Hill and feature lush, layered gardens with multiple patios for entertaining. An exceptionally rare in-borough heated pool with all-new equipment anchors the backyard, while a 400-year-old giant sycamore stands sentinel over the front of the property. The original 18th-century springhouse has been beautifully restored with a new floor beneath its historic roof, creating a magical open-air retreat within its ancient stone walls. At the rear of the fenced grounds, a private gate provides direct access to walk into downtown Doylestown, offering effortless reach to restaurants, shops, and the train station.
The John Fell House is a once-in-a-generation opportunity: documented colonial history, an iconic stone farmhouse, fully renovated for modern living, on one of the largest private parcels in the borough....
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Home facts
- Year built:1725
- Listing ID #:PABU2120210
- Added:8 day(s) ago
- Updated:May 15, 2026 at 01:48 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:3
- Half bathrooms:1
- Flooring:Hardwood, Heated, Solid Hardwood, Stone
- Dining Description:Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area
- Bathrooms Description:Primary Bath(s)
- Kitchen Description:Breakfast Area, Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Built-Ins, Carpet, Combination Kitchen/Living, Crown Moldings, Dishwasher, Disposal, Freezer, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Refrigerator, Upgraded Countertops, Water Heater
- Bedroom Description:Carpet, Walk In Closet(s)
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Outside Entrance, Unfinished
- Living area:3,552 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central A/C
- Heating:Electric, Heat Pump(s)
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Architectural Shingle, Metal, Shake
- Year built:1725
- Building area:3,552 sq. ft.
- Lot area:2.25 Acres
- Lot Features:Downtown, Front Yard, Landscaping, Not In Development, Partly Wooded, Private, SideYard(s)
- Architectural Style:Farmhouse/National Folk, Federal, Traditional
- Construction Materials:Masonry, Stone, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features:Brick, Deck(s), Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Gutter System, Lawn Sprinkler, Patio(s), Stone Retaining Walls
- Foundation Description:Stone
- Levels:2 1/2 Stories
Schools
- High school:CENTRAL BUCKS HIGH SCHOOL WEST
- Middle school:LENAPE
- Elementary school:LINDEN
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:On Site Septic
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$2,600,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$731.98
- Tax amount:$18,666 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Washer, Washer - Front Loading, Washer In Unit, Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Amenities:Built-Ins, Cable TV Available, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Carpet, Crown Moldings, Exposed Beams, Fire Detection System, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments
- Pool features:Fenced, Filtered, Heated, In Ground
- Smart home:Yes
Parking
- Parking description:Additional Storage Area, Asphalt Driveway, Detached Garage, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Lighted Parking, Oversized
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:4
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