1231 Cheyney Rd, West Chester, PA 19382
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1231 Cheyney Rd,West Chester, PA 19382
$1,150,000
- 7 Beds
- 3 Baths
- - sq. ft.
- Single family
- Coming Soon
Listed by: scott laughlin
Office: bhhs fox & roach wayne-devon
MLS#:PACT2130024
Source:BRIGHTMLS
Price summary
- Price:$1,150,000
About this home
In 1875, Thomas H. Dallett purchased 123 acres of the Squire Cheyney Farm to construct a substantial “summer home” on the crest of the farmland in 1879, overlooking the original Cheyney homestead, using the rather rare & fashionable local Chester County stone called serpentine. Only the finest of materials were used, from the rare green stone outside, to the Walnut trim and doors. Four generations of the Dallett family owned the home until the current owners bought it privately. It has never been offered for sale in 147 years. What stands today is an intact residence that retains nearly 100% of its original elements. One of the most unique items is the walnut & copper tub on the 2nd floor that was heated by the original cookstove in the kitchen. All of the Walnut woodwork & imported Victorian hardware from England remains in pristine condition. The double entry doors on the south side have detailed etched glass. Sited on an extremely private 8.4 acre parcel, two sides of the neighboring lands are permanently preserved, while 3 of the property’s 8.4 acres are woods to the north. Approach down a long driveway and the property begins to unfold into a wide expanse of lawn. You’ll immediately appreciate all of the original details and the 10.5’ tall ceilings. The parlor occupies the entire front of the first floor, anchored by an amazing faux fireplace and huge windows that provide views out to the wrap around porch. With detailed plaster moldings & the original picture rails, it’s a gracious space. Flanking the stair hall is the sitting room on the southern end with a functioning fireplace (with a wood stove insert) and the dining room with another faux marble fireplace & two china closets. Access to the kitchen is from the dining room (past the rear staircase) or behind the main staircase from the entry hall. Tucked under the main staircase, there is a tidy powder room, with a diminutive sink repurposed from an antique camper. The eat-in kitchen retains two original cupboards, the original cook stove as well as a vintage sink and the “modern” stove with additional cabinets. From the kitchen, one enters into the summer kitchen. This space has another of the original cupboards, a wood stove for heat, two original slate wash basins and access to the basement. One more storage room towards the rear of the house is where you will find the original outhouses. Ascend to the 2nd floor, and the hallway is the same size as the entry hall downstairs. There are four spacious bedrooms located off the 2nd floor hallway. One of those bedrooms was converted to a library with two walls of bookshelves & base cabinets for storage. One can access the rear staircase from this library. One of the other bedrooms has yet another faux fireplace. Across the rear of the 2nd floor, one finds the renovated full bathroom, the antique bath with the walnut & copper tub, and a large walk-in linen closet. On the 3rd floor, one room was converted to a full kitchen to accommodate a family member. The 5th bedroom has a wall of built-in bookshelves. There is a large walk-in storage closet, The 6th & 7th bedrooms are quite spacious. The full bathroom has a European washer/dryer combination unit. There is a ladder to access the floored attic for additional storage. In the basement is another washer & dryer. A historical element in the basement are portions of the greenhouse that used to be attached directly to the house. The story that was passed down to the current owners was that it was severely damaged during a major hailstorm in 1916, so it was dismantled and portions of it were stored. Who knows, maybe the next steward of the home can creatively repurpose these unique elements. Behind the house, one finds the original 18th century Cheyney barn that provides so much potential for the next owner. It is an amazing building that requires some restoration. The privacy of the property is amazing, yet it is conveniently located near so many amenities....
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Home facts
- Year built:1879
- Listing ID #:PACT2130024
- Updated:July 09, 2026 at 07:46 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:7
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:2
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:12
- Kitchen Description:2nd Kitchen, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Kitchen - Eat-In
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Full, Unfinished
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central A/C
- Heating:Forced Air, Oil
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt, Copper, Flat
- Year built:1879
- Architectural Style:Colonial, Georgian, Victorian
- Construction Materials:Stone
- Exterior Features:Porch(es)
- Foundation Description:Stone
- Levels:3 Story
Utilities
- Water:Well
- Sewer:On Site Septic
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,150,000
- Tax amount:$8,587 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Amenities:Attic, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings
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