5 Historic Farmhouses and Turnkey Estates Across PA and DE

Set on a generous 10-acre parcel in New Hope, this residence sits far back from the road, offering a quiet, work-with-the-land kind of setting. Gardening takes center stage here, with an attached greenhouse and a meeting house shed designed to keep tools and equipment close at hand. Inside, the layout includes five bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, anchored by a main-level primary suite with its own fireplace for an extra layer of comfort. Upstairs, a second primary suite is paired with a substantial attached office/studio located over the garage, opening to a private rooftop deck. Outdoors, a pool and fenced area—formerly a clay tennis court—adds flexible space, with a natural fit for raised gardens and open-air afternoons that unfold at an unhurried pace.

Size: 10.00 acres

Set on 7.6 acres in Elverson, this circa-1770s Colonial farmhouse

balances early character with modern comfort. Inside, the light-filled layout offers four bedrooms, exposed beams, and a mix of stone and wood accents, with four fireplaces anchoring flexible living spaces. A finished walkout basement extends the home’s everyday versatility, creating room to spread out without losing a sense of warmth and history. Outdoors, patios and a deck invite long meals and quiet afternoons, while a saltwater pool and a two-story treehouse bring a playful, resort-like rhythm to the property. For those drawn to farm living, a barn, paddocks, and a chicken coop are already in place. With two parcels and potential to build another home, the setting leaves space for future chapters.

Originally built in 1745, this rare pre-Revolutionary residence offers a lived-in sense of American history without surrendering modern comfort. Recognized by Historic Gettysburg-Adams County as “The Historic Spangler Farm,” it sits in Adams County on almost 12 level acres, with easy access to Gettysburg, Hanover, York, Rt 15, and Harrisburg. Inside, the preservation is tangible: authentic stone and hand-hewn log walls wrapped in exterior clapboard siding, original virgin chestnut and early American pine floors, and exposed beams that lend warmth and structure. Three fireplaces anchor the home’s most intimate moments, while a tasteful historical color palette highlights original architectural details, including interior plaster and beaded board walls. Featured on the covers of Early American Life and Country Living, it’s a place where daily life feels quietly storied.

On a tree-lined street in Wayne, just moments from the heart of town, this beautifully updated, turnkey residence pairs timeless charm with modern convenience. Boutique shopping, top-rated restaurants, the train, parks, and the Radnor Trail are all a short distance from the front door. Set on a flat, fenced-in lot, the home opens to a spacious backyard with both a deck and patio—ideal for everyday lounging and easy entertaining. Inside, hardwood floors, elegant architectural details, and sun-filled living spaces create a warm, inviting rhythm. The renovated kitchen anchors the layout with modern finishes and stainless steel appliances, including a Wolf range and steam oven, plus direct access to indoor and outdoor gathering areas. Multiple living zones, a bright sunroom, and a finished third floor with a full bath offer flexibility for work, guests, or a potential primary suite. Two garages and off-street parking for up to five cars round out the ease.

With heritage dating to the local peach era, Monterey is a brick Federal-style residence with subtle Georgian characteristics, listed on the National Historic Register. Set across 14.6 acres in Middletown, the grounds are defined by mature trees, magnificent boxwoods, and a sense of deep privacy that feels increasingly rare. The main house is joined by a collection of historic outbuildings that carry their own story: several barns, a four-car garage, and distinctive ice and smoke houses, plus a three-hole privy also on the historic register. A second three-bedroom home broadens the possibilities for multigenerational living or flexible use. Offered as an opportunity to add restoration touches, the estate invites a slower, hands-on rhythm—an old farmette setting where days are shaped by land, animals, and tradition.