$2,350,000

Historic 42-Acre Estate w/ Opportunities Abound

Ottsville , Bucks County , Pennsylvania

42.61
ACRES

3
BEDROOMS

2.5
BATH

2910
SQ FT

hay barn • second house • pool • 1 barn

Property description

Welcome to 569 Geigel Hill Rd, Ottsville, PA – a rare opportunity to own a 42.61-acre estate rich with history, character, and limitless potential. Once the cherished property of Alfred Bester, the legendary science fiction writer, this estate is ready for a new chapter, offering the perfect canvas for those with a vision.

Whether you dream of creating a world-class equestrian training facility, a peaceful horse farm, or a private countryside retreat, this expansive property delivers the space, setting, and structures to bring that dream to life.

This historic estate is being sold as-is, providing the perfect opportunity for a buyer with vision to restore and reimagine its full potential. Located in beautiful Bucks County, this property offers both privacy and convenience, with easy access to local amenities, dining, and outdoor recreation.

Bring your horses, your creativity, and your dreams—this estate is waiting for its next great story to be written.

Details

Home Features

Property Highlights:
Historic Main House (Built in 1790): 2,910 sq. ft., featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and endless possibilities for restoration or transformation.
Equestrian & Agricultural Potential: With its rolling acreage and existing structures, the land is perfectly suited for horses, livestock, or farming. A two-story barn offers a solid foundation for a stable conversion, while the open pastures provide ample room for riding trails, paddocks, and arenas.
Additional Living & Working Spaces: A detached garage includes a finished apartment, offering income potential or private guest quarters.
Endless Outdoor Enjoyment: The property includes an in-ground pool, a chicken coop, and serene wooded areas—perfect for those who appreciate nature, farming, or sustainable living.

Lot Features

Opportunities Abound:
Equestrian Training & Boarding Facility – Convert the barn, build out stables, and create a premier horse-training destination.
Luxury Country Estate – Restore the main house to its former grandeur and design a stunning private retreat.
Airbnb or Event Venue – With its history and setting, the property offers great potential for short-term rentals or a rustic wedding/event space.
Sustainable Living & Farming – Raise livestock, cultivate organic gardens, or establish a homestead with ample acreage to expand.
Subdivision Potential – A prior survey indicates the possibility of subdividing into five separate lots, offering an excellent investment opportunity.

Horse Facility Features

Current Features:
42.61 acres of open and wooded land, perfect for riding trails.
Two-story barn with ample space for conversion into stalls, tack rooms, and storage.
Expansive pastures ideal for grazing and paddocks.
Potential Features:
Custom-built stables with indoor and outdoor arenas.
Training and boarding facility for equestrian professionals.
Miles of scenic riding trails across the estate.
Fenced paddocks and turnout areas for multiple horses.

Distances

4 miles to schools
1 miles to airports
7 miles to hospitals
2 miles to shopping

Information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. Buyer to verify all information

Location

569 Geigel Hill Rd, Ottsville, Bucks County, Pennsylvania

For more information about this property, contact:

Susan Langenstein

RE/MAX 440

(267) 446-6201

Doylestown , Pennsylvania

(267) 446-6201

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