Homes are generally a family’s retreat, a spot to escape from the hurly-burly of 21st Century life, nestle in, relax, and renew. And this Newtown estate offers all that.

But for those in search of maintaining an active lifestyle at home, especially outdoors, this property will set hearts thumping.

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This five-bedroom, 4.5 bath, stone-and-cedar front, custom-built home sits on 6.5 acres in Upper Makefield Township. It has a a one-of-a-kind layout with generously sized rooms and a smartly designed floorplan.

The foyer entry reveals beautiful oak hardwood floors, living room and office to left.

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The living room boasts extensive moldings, raised paneling, and a fireplace. The office also has its own fireplace.

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The large gourmet kitchen features designer appliances, two dishwashers, cherry cabinets, granite counters, a center island, and a walk-in pantry.

The expansive breakfast/dining/lounge area with volume ceiling offers walls of windows with great views, a back staircase, and an exit to the pool.

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A second family/great room offers additional entertainment and flexible space. Laundry, powder room, and garage entry complete the first floor. 

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The landing at the top of the staircase is large enough for a sitting room or even a nook for a desk as a secondary office, a convenient spot for doing household paperwork, or nestling in with a novel.

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The remainder of the upper floor includes the luxurious and spacious master suite. This bedroom has gorgeous built-ins and a fireplace, two giant walk-in closets, and a second laundry.

The bathroom has a large steam shower with multiple sprays, jetted tub, marble counters, tumbled stone flooring with radiant heat, and elegant cabinetry.

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The remaining bedrooms are roomy and inviting.

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The lower level offers generous finished space for entertainment and gaming.

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But the outdoors is where this home really shines.

Its amenities list is long: gorgeous saltwater gunite pool and spa, built-in outdoor grill, and full-sized, lighted tennis/sport court with basketball hoops.

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.The barn/outbuilding offers a third garage bay, ample storage, floored attic, and large finished conditioned space for gym, flex, or entertainment.

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This home is located at 915 Mount Eyre Drive in Newtown. It is in the Council Rock School District and is located just minutes from I-95 and the New Jersey bridges.

Downtown Newtown is a ten-minute drive away; lively and historic New Hope is just five minutes’ drive further.

The home lists for $1,795,000, and further details on it are at Realtor.com.

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