216 Merwinsburg Rd, Effort, PA 18330

Behind a winding 2,400-foot paved drive, 72 acres of rolling countryside unfold into one of the most distinctive private estates in the Poconos. The approach alone sets the tone — a gradual transition from the outside world into a landscape defined by open pasture, mature woodland, and panoramic views that stretch uninterrupted across the horizon. The setting feels expansive, private, and remarkably self-contained. Pohopoco Creek winds naturally through the acreage, shaping a distinct ecological corridor of mature riparian trees, native wildlife, and seasonal movement. The presence of water introduces environmental depth rarely found at this scale — enhancing privacy, biodiversity, and long-term land value while creating a setting that feels both protected and alive. At the heart of the estate stands a 6,400 square foot French-inspired stone residence designed with structural integrity and architectural permanence in mind. Full masonry stone construction, exposed timber trusses,...