• Bucks County is Home to Five Castles. Read to Learn Where They Are and How to Enjoy Your Visit

    Bucks County is Home to Five Castles. Read to Learn Where They Are and How to Enjoy Your Visit

    Bucks County is home to five castles, with a sixth one just outside of the county, and locals and visitors can now learn where they all are. Staff writers from Visit Bucks County wrote about the local castles. Fonthill Castle in Doylestown is Henry Chapman Mercer’s former home. It features 44 rooms, over 6,000 books,…

  • Meridian Bank House of the Week: $3.5M Stunning French Rambler in Erwinna

    Meridian Bank House of the Week: $3.5M Stunning French Rambler in Erwinna

    A French rambler home set on 22.54 acres with four bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Erwinna. This striking residence, located at the end of a secluded lane, offers a rare sense of privacy paired with far-reaching views across rolling landscapes and the river below. . . Architectural details…

  • Bucks County Pilot Wins Gold in National Champion Air Race in Roswell

    Bucks County Pilot Wins Gold in National Champion Air Race in Roswell

    Tom Marden, a pilot from Bucks County, won gold in the National Championship Air Race in Roswell, New Mexico, writes Melinda Rizzo for the Bucks County Beacon.   Marden flew No. 66 in the Biplane Division and won the six-lap race with a time of 219.9 mph. The Reno Air Racing Association hosted this year’s…

  • Cescaphe CEO Renovating 51-Year-Old Sand Castle Winery in Erwinna

    Cescaphe CEO Renovating 51-Year-Old Sand Castle Winery in Erwinna

    Joe Volpe, CEO of Philadelphia events company Cescaphe, is renovating the former Sand Castle Winery in Erwinna and reopening under the name Blind Fox Vineyard, working alongside his wife and daughters, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Volpe expects to reopen the 72-acre property to the public this fall, with wine tasting experiences…

  • Cescaphe CEO Acquires Erwinna’s Sand Castle Winery for $2.35M 

    Cescaphe CEO Acquires Erwinna’s Sand Castle Winery for $2.35M 

    Sand Castle Winery is officially off the market, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.   Joe Volpe, co-founder and CEO of Philadelphia’s Cescaphe, has personally acquired the 50-year-old winery in Erwinna.   The purchase was made through 755 River Road LLC for $2.35 million in mid-May, according to Bucks County property records. Volpe…

  • Meridian Bank House of the Week: Delightful Stone Farmhouse in Erwinna Overlooks Covered Bridge

    Meridian Bank House of the Week: Delightful Stone Farmhouse in Erwinna Overlooks Covered Bridge

    A charming stone farmhouse set on 8.01 gorgeous acres with two bedrooms and three bathrooms is available for sale at 85 Geigel Hill Road in Erwinna. …. …. This stunning residence boasts original architectural features that create an air of vintage splendor while also offering all modern conveniences. Highlights include a foyer with a staircase…

  • Meridian Bank House of the Week: Luxurious de Kooning-Inspired Modern Home is Surrounded by Enchanting Woodlands

    Meridian Bank House of the Week: Luxurious de Kooning-Inspired Modern Home is Surrounded by Enchanting Woodlands

    A modern home set on 13.65 lovely, enchanting acres of woodland with five bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Erwinna. This gorgeous property is approached over its bridge and through a stand of native cedar trees. The de Kooning-style home looks like it belongs on the East End of…

  • Meridian Bank House of the Week: ‘Dancers Dream’ Contemporary Estate in Erwinna

    Meridian Bank House of the Week: ‘Dancers Dream’ Contemporary Estate in Erwinna

    A unique estate has gone up for sale in Bucks County, offering tranquil space and close proximity to several popular areas. . . “Dancers Dream” is a unique contemporary residence with unparalleled long distance views.  . . Built in 1982, the main house is a solar envelope design with main living space, dramatic greenhouse room…

  • This Bucks County Winery is Among the 12 Best Around the Philadelphia Area

    This Bucks County Winery is Among the 12 Best Around the Philadelphia Area

    The Philadelphia region is home to its share of great wineries and vineyards, and one of the best is in Bucks County, writes Brian Nagele for Restaurant Clicks. Sand Castle Winery, located at 755 River Road in Erwinna, has ranked among the twelve best wineries and vineyards near Philadelphia. The spot is located right by…

  • Erwinna Winery Make Changes to Bottles in Order to Beat Supply Chain Issues

    Erwinna Winery Make Changes to Bottles in Order to Beat Supply Chain Issues

    A winery in Bucks County is making changes to their operations in order to combat the economic impact of their industry. Staff writers at Wine Industry Advisor wrote about the winery’s business strategies. Sand Castle Winery, located at 755 River Road in Erwinna, is changing the look of some of their wines for business reasons.…

  • This Airport in Erwinna Has Become Known for Using Classic Aviation Methods

    This Airport in Erwinna Has Become Known for Using Classic Aviation Methods

    A small airport in Bucks County is being praised by aviation fans and traditional travelers for offering a throwback to order travel methods. Staff writers for AVweb wrote about the local airport. Van Sant Airport, located at 516 Cafferty Road in Erwinna, is one of the last “classic country airport” in the country. Offering flights…

  • Author Who Popularized Eastern Spirituality, Yoga in the West Gave a Talk in Bucks County in the Late-60s

    Author Who Popularized Eastern Spirituality, Yoga in the West Gave a Talk in Bucks County in the Late-60s

    One of the most influential leaders in the world of spirituality gave a talk in Bucks County that later became part of his breakthrough book. Ram Dass, a former Harvard professor who became one of the leading promoters of Eastern spirituality and yoga, gave a talk at the Seminar House in Erwinna in the late…

  • Meridian Bank House of the Week: Exquisite French Tudor-Style Estate in Erwinna

    Meridian Bank House of the Week: Exquisite French Tudor-Style Estate in Erwinna

    A unique, luxury home in Bucks County has recently hit the market, and homeowners need to take a look at this one-of-a-kind house. . . Located in Tinicum Township, this amazing home is located with the Palisades School District, making it a great spot for families looking to move into the area. . . Surrounded…

  • Great Skates: Bucks County Is Graced with Numerous Sites for Traditional Pond Ice Skating

    Great Skates: Bucks County Is Graced with Numerous Sites for Traditional Pond Ice Skating

    The blustery January weather has gotten Bucks County off to a full-bore parka, mittens, scarf, double-socks, chapped skin winter. But there’s something bracing in facing the cold outside, on its own terms, and finding enjoyable things to do. Like good, old-fashioned ice skating — traditional, outdoor-style. Visit Bucks County has a list of fresh-air sites…

  • Bucks County Wineries’ Harvest Celebration, Which Starts Today, Is Sure to Give Attendees a Grape Time

    Bucks County Wineries’ Harvest Celebration, Which Starts Today, Is Sure to Give Attendees a Grape Time

    Harvest Celebration 2021, running today and tomorrow, is one of the last opportunities to taste the fruits of the grape-growing season. The Reporter Online served up the information on this sweet opportunity. The event, coordinated by the Bucks County Wine Trail, offers the expected wine tastings. But it also enables visitors to try some of…