Storybook Stone Cottage - Historic Home in Woodland Setting

Step into a fairytale when you visit this charming 240-year-old cottage tucked away on five serene woodland acres. Surrounded by lush gardens, the rustic stone home is perfectly nestled into the hillside, creating a unique backdrop for film or photo. The light at the golden hour is magical, casting subtle but dramatic shadows of elegant walnut branches across the lawn and front of the house. The gardens are notable for their natural monolithic stone features that evoke the pages of a storybook. A stepping stone path leads you from the drive, meandering through the cottage gardens, teeming with vegetables and native plants. The path splits before the house and leads you down 3 steps to an 18th century stone root cellar that has been converted into a patio space, enchantingly tucked beneath hanging vines and fragrant honeysuckle. Like something out of Middle Earth, it is the perfect place to share a bottle of wine in the evening by the outdoor fireplace. A few more steps, and you arrive at the front door where a lift of the iron latch opens to reveal the interior. Inside, your eye is immediately drawn to the huge walk-in fireplace, a fire crackling merrily in the woodstove. A stack of dry firewood and a cozy armchair make an ideal spot to curl up with a good book. Colonial built-in cabinets, exposed stone walls and beams, and a curving pie stair to the next level complete the unique architecture. No television or other tech devices disrupt the charm of this inviting living room. From there, a stone step leads up to the kitchen, which is fully-equipped and includes a large, wood-topped island. The original floors featured throughout the house are old growth oak, charmingly rustic and unfinished. Connected is a dining room with lovely, natural light. A characterful old farm table takes center stage, while antique cabinetry highlights homemade preserves, vintage crockery, and an abundance of house plants. The main bedroom leads off the dining room and features a charming, built-in bed, complete with luxurious linen bedcovers and hand-printed curtains. The views from every window are private and serene. Perfect for capturing cozy moments on screen. Outside again, a custom-made treehouse offers incredible birds-eye views of the entire property. From there a woodland path leads you through the private forest, lush and green where native wild ramps, ferns, and mayapple dance in the dappled sunlight. The cottage and property are a unique choice for location scouts seeking a tranquil setting that evokes a favorite fairytale. Located within easy distance of Philadelphia (45 minutes) and NYC (90 minutes). In 2026, the cottage was featured in a travel documentary by UK-based Burning Bright Productions.