Golf Course
Address
1336 Gypsy Hill Road Ambler, PA
Price
$ 2,997,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#PAMC677454
- TypeSingle Family
- CountyMONTGOMERY
- CityAmbler
- AreaLower Gwynedd Twp
- NeighborhoodNONE AVAILABLE
- Zip19002
- StyleColonial
- Year Built1898
- Taxes27779
- Price$ 2,997,000
- Bedrooms8
- Full Bathrooms7
- Half Bathrooms2
- Sqr Footage13924
- Lot Size3.41 Acres
Listing Provided Courtesy Of:
Coldwell Banker Preferred-Blue Bell
Property Description
Relaunched with a NEW, and improved price for this EXQUISITE ESTATE "Second Tamora" was built in 1898 as a quiet retreat and summer home outside the hustle and bustle of the city. This charming and stately home was named by its founder and creator, Edward B. Smith, of the Philadelphia investment firm, Smith Barney, who also happened to be a real estate mogul and planning and development visionary. Responsible for bringing the railway to Gwynedd Valley from Philadelphia, Smith had a keen sense of his town's history, and he recognized the uniqueness and cache of the area that residents still enjoy today. Elegant "country" living can be enjoyed in this grand stone manor home offering 13,000 sq. ft. of living space sited on nearly 3.5 park-like acres in the heart of Gwynedd Valley. This home will impress you the moment you drive through the gated entrance down a long, winding, tree-lined driveway with a circular courtyard, fountain, and 4-car garage. As you enter the home into the large formal foyer with marble flooring, you'll instantly be struck with the home's grandeur. Extraordinary hand-painted walls and trim, 3 staircases, 18" thick granite walls, more than 8 bedrooms, 10 distinctive fireplaces (3 of which are gas), 7 full and 2 half bathrooms, a full catering kitchen (accessed by original barn doors), a wine cellar, formal gardens, a 50' long outdoor swimming pool and spa, and an indoor exercise pool are only a few of this spectacular home's singular features. Every room is lovely and has a special story to tell (-if only walls could speak). Do you want some more history? Aside from being the inspiring getaway of the notable Mr. Smith, this property has entertained numerous luminaries for over a century, furthering its historical importance. For example, Princess Grace of Monaco (Oscar-winning actress and proud Philadelphian) enjoyed her stay at "Second Tamora" as did legendary war hero General Douglas MacArthur. This magnificent residence is seeking its next steward (its 7th to be exact). Breathtaking at every turn, this property easily exceeds the most discriminating requirements for living, entertaining, and recreation with exquisite design and materials used throughout. Located within the award-winning Wissahickon School District, this home is also near to numerous private schools. If you're the outdoorsy type, you may fancy the golf, hiking, biking, tennis, and cricket options in the area. Commuting convenience abounds via close proximity to local trains, the PA & NJ Turnpikes, and Routes 309, 476, 76, and 95. Surrounded by a substantial array of both gourmet and casual restaurants as well as local markets, including Whole Foods, McCaffrey's, Wegmans, Trader Joe's, and Costco, you'll never be at a loss for dining and shopping options. If you'd like to know more, I'd love to take you on a private tour!
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Shady Grove Elementary School | Wissahickon Middle School | Wissahickon Senior High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 12/1/2020 | Listed $2,997,000 |
General Features
| Accessibility | 2+ Access Exits, 48 + Halls, Doors - Recede |
|---|---|
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Association Y/N | No |
| Condo/Coop Association Y/N | No |
| Construction Materials | Stone |
| Cool Fuel | Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central A/C |
| County | MONTGOMERY |
| Elementary School | SHADY GROVE |
| Garage Spaces | 4.00 |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Heating | Forced Air, Central, Baseboard - Electric |
| High School | WISSAHICKON SENIOR |
| High School District | WISSAHICKON |
| Levels | 3 |
| MLS Area | Lower Gwynedd Twp (10639) |
| Middle/Junior High School | WISSAHICKON |
| New Construction | No |
| Other Structures | Above Grade, Below Grade |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Pool Features | In Ground |
| Possession | Negotiable |
| Price Per Sq Ft | 243.68 |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Real Estate Owned Y/N | No |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Subdivision Name | NONE AVAILABLE |
| Tax Annual Amount | 27779.0 |
| Tax Year | 2020 |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Water Access Y/N | No |
| Zoning | AA |
Interior Features
| Above Grade Finished Area | 12299 |
|---|---|
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Basement | Full, Walkout Level, Water Proofing System, Windows, Workshop |
| Basement Y/N | Yes |
| Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 7 |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 2.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 4.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 3.00 |
| Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 7 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 4 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 2 | 3 |
| Bathrooms Half Main Level | 2 |
| Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 8 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 5 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 3 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 1625 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin Sqft Source | Assessor |
| Central Air Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Features | Brick, Gas/Propane, Marble, Mantel(s) |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Full Baths | 7 |
| Half Baths | 2 |
| Heating Fuel | Natural Gas |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Hot Water | Natural Gas |
| Laundry Type | Upper Floor |
| Living Area | 13924 |
| Room Type | Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Study, Sun/Florida Room |
| Total Baths | 9 |
| Total Bedrooms | 8 |
| Total Fireplaces | 10 |
Exterior Features
| # Of Attached Garage Spaces | 4 |
|---|---|
| Garage Features | Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Additional Storage Area, Oversized |
| Lot Dimensions | 320.00 x 0.00 |
| Lot Size Acres | 3.41 |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 148540.00 |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Pool Y/N | Yes - Personal |
| Total Parking Spaces | 4 |
| Type of Parking | Attached Garage, Driveway |
| Water Oriented Y/N | No |
| Water Source | Public |
| Water View Y/N | No |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
Room Details
| Room | Dimensions | Level | Flooring | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breakfast Room | Main | |||
| Dining Room | Main | |||
| Family Room | Main | |||
| Game Room | Main | |||
| Kitchen | Main | |||
| Living Room | Main | |||
| Study | Main | |||
| Sun/Florida Room | Main |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Master On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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